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Runners & Walkers
Campus Recreation offers a variety of programs and classes for runners and walkers. Maps of local Jogging & Walking Routes and much more. For more information contact us at: fitness.center@bc.edu Make the most out of the runner's favorite season ADD A DAY OF RUNNING - To your current schedule as long as you still have two off days. An off day can be a non impact day on the bike, elliptical or in the pool. There should be at least one full day off from exercise. ADD 5 MINUTES TO YOUR RUNS - This will burn more fat and increase endurance preparing you for longer runs. ADD A RACE INTO YOUR ROUTINE - Either bi-weekly or on a monthly basis, races can increase fitness, boost metabolism and decrease your running time. Perform the following stretch to keep range of motion in the hips The Spiderman stretch - can be performed stationary by alternating legs. Or you can be progressive and lunge forward with alternating legs keeping your hands in contact with the floor.
Right around this time of year people start thinking about training for the grand daddy of them all, the Boston Marathon. Beginner runners should heed warnings of not increasing mileage too fast this time of year. For a beginner, someone who has never run a marathon, you shouldn't go over an eight mile long run prior to January 1st. Too many students have injured themsleves before even getting to the starting line. There is plenty of time for long runs, don't start now. Non impact aerobics and recreation - Are highly recommended as a supplement to an individual's training program. Try a water aerobics class or aqua jogging in our swimming pool.
Local road races and walks of the month B.A.A Half Marathon - Sunday October 11th, 2009 . Boston, MA 8:00AM Roberto Clemente Field, Park Drive 33rd Annual Tufts health Plan 10k for Women - Monday October 12th, 2009 Boston, MA NOON Boston Commom, Boston Common (USA Womens National 10K Championship, all welcome) 27th Annual Boston Fire Fighers Memorial Road Race - Saturday October 18, 2009. Dorchester, MA 10:00AM Florian Hall, 55 Hallet Street (USATF course certified, Flat & Fast, Ocean view. Post race prizes & Refresments)
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| updated on: 12-23-08 |
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