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THE RUNNER'S EDGE/Garry Gribble's Running Sports Clinics 2012 Schedule

Please note: All clinics are free and open to the public. They will be held at either the 119th & Quivira or Ward Parkway Mall Garry Gribble's Running Sports store, 6:30-7:30pm, one Thursday each month. Eladio Valdez III, Coach of The Runner's Edge, will serve as the presenter unless noted. We'll have a drawing for two $25 Garry Gribble's gift certificates at each clinic! RSVP at least 1 day in advance to runnersedge@everestkc.net.

Date/Place Topic
January 26
Ward Parkway		 "Strength Training for Endurance Athletes"
-Sports Chiropractor Dr. Tom Teter will talk about muscle weakness and imbalance as being a major reason for injuries and how to correct these problems. Simply put, ALL runners need to get stronger to stay healthy! He’ll demonstrate cutting edge exercises to target these common problem areas and how to incorporate them into your training.
February 23
Stoll Park		 “How to Train Like the Kenyans”
-No country has dominated any sport like Kenya has with distance running. Learn some of the key things that Kenyans do that are very useful and practical for all runners from beginners attempting their first half marathon to veterans trying to qualify for Boston.
March 29
Stoll Park		 “The SmartPace Team: How to Race a Great Time While Having a Great Time”
-SmartPace Team Coordinator Eladio Valdez III along with SmartPacers will be on hand to explain the advantages in running with pacers such as our highly successful SmartPacing strategy as well as how to best utilize a pace team. The SmartPace Team will provide pacers for 8 spring races such as Rock the Parkway and Hospital Hill Run. Bring your Questions!
April 26
Stoll Park		 “G.I. Issues: How to deal with Nausea and other Digestive Problems”
-Gastroenterologist and marathoner Dr. Stella Quiason will address all the common digestive issues faced by runners and how to effectively deal with them

May 17
Ward Parkway		 “Hospital Hill Run Race Day Tips”
-We’ll discuss the course and learn about the SmartPacing/replenishment strategy as well as how to train for & race the hills, heat, and humidity of this challenging race to set yourself up for success

June 28
Ward Parkway		 “Kansas City Marathon Kickoff Meeting: How to Train for your Hometown Marathon”
-Learn the most important training guidelines to set yourself up for a positive first time experience or PR on October 20. Half marathon training tips will be addressed as well.
July 26
Stoll Park		 “Nutrition for Runners”
-Nutritionist Sally Berry will share sound advice on how to fuel the body for endurance. She’ll address the confusion surrounding protein, carbs, and fats as well as how to safely deal with weight management while training for a marathon. Bring your questions!
August 23
Ward Parkway		 “Efficient Running with better Form & Minimalist Shoes”
-Running Form expert Jack Cady, PT, will demonstrate good running form and how to correct common flaws in most runners to lower the risk of injury while improving training & race performance. He will also talk about barefoot running and minimalist shoes and share his personal experience.
September 27
Stoll Park		 “Marathon Race Day Tips”
-Avoid the most common mistakes in a marathon and learn how to set yourself up for a positive and successful race performance. Get the specifics on how to handle the course and replenish intelligently.