Recommended Training Programs
JTC Running Fall 2011 Half Marathon
Training Class
Beginning Date: Tuesday, August 30, 2011, 6:30 PM
1st Meeting Location: 1st Place Sports - Baymeadows Store
Target Run: Subaru Distance Classic 1/2 Marathon
Training Class Description
The Fall 2011 Half Marathon Class is a 12-week program preparing individuals to participate in a half marathon this Fall. Class start date is August 30, 2011 (6:30 PM 1st Place Sports, Baymeadows Store) The class can serve as a stepping stone for those planning to complete a marathon in December or January of next year. The target half marathon is the Subaru Distance Classic Half Marathon on Thanksgiving Day scheduled for November 24th, 2011. If not planning to be in town for Thanksgiving (or due to other commitments that day), a good alternate half marathon would be the Jacksonville Bank Half Marathon on December 18, 2011.
Your Running Level
Most of the participants will progress towards completing the entire half marathon running, but others may prefer a walk/run combination to complete the race. It is recommended that you be running/walking two to three weeks preceding the class start date. The program will accommodate all levels of runners, so everyone is encouraged to participate in the training classes. Groups will be formed to accommodate most levels, and training will be tailored to reach your specific goal.
Group Runs
The program will consist of group runs two times per week throughout most of the training schedule (minimum of once per week). Be prepared to train 4-5 times per week for a significant benefit. Group runs will be held Tuesday evenings, meeting at 6:30 PM to depart for a training run at 6:45 – 7:00 PM (normally downtown in the Riverside or San Marco areas). We will meet either Saturday or Sunday at approximately 8:00 AM for a group run in varying locations throughout the Jacksonville area: Downtown, Ortega, Orange Park, San Marco, Fleming Island and Jacksonville Beach. Being present at any particular training event or day is not a requirement to benefit from the class.
Topics to be Discussed
Group discussions conducted most Tuesdays prior to Group Runs will cover:
- » Training Plan Development
- » Running Shoe Selection
- » Nutrition
- » Running Clothing and Specialty Products
- » Heart Rate Monitor Training
- » Cross Training
- » Night before and Race Day Preparation
Training Class Coach
The class is conducted by John Metzgar who has led numerous classes preparing participants for distances from the 5K (3.1miles) to the Half Marathon (13.1 miles). He is an experienced runner of more than 25 years and is one of the area’s top runners. In addition to John, there will be other JTC Running members utilized as group leaders that will assist in providing pacing, instruction and encouragement.
Registration Information
You can register at any 1st Place Sports location or you may also sign up online for a small additional fee. John will also accept registration forms and payments at group runs. As part of the program, you will receive a JTC Running Membership (for non-members). If registered on or prior to August 30, 2011 a Training Group performance top will be provided prior to class completion.
The Registration Fee is $65 (or $50 for current JTC Running members) for those registering prior to August 23, 2011. Fee will increase to $75 ($60 JTC members) on August 24, 2011. Make checks payable to: JTC Running and mail to: 3931 Baymeadows Road, Jacksonville, FL 32217.
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» Click Here to Download a Registration Form
Contact Information
For more information e-mail John at johnmetzgar4@gmail.com. If you need to talk to John you may phone him at (904) 716-1020 (please call in the evening between 5 – 9 PM and leave a message if necessary). E-mail is the preferred and primary contact method for the class.
Become a JTC Running Member!
Founded in October 1975, JTC Running is Northeast Florida’s preeminent promoter of healthy lifestyles through running, fitness, and fellowship. It is both a social club with several varying events per year and a philanthropic organization that seeks to benefit runners of all types.
JTC Running membership includes:
- A subscription to “The Starting Line” - our bimonthly newsletter about the club, events, and running information.
- Discounted entry fees at most JTC Running events (Gate River Run, Summer & Winter Beaches, etc.)
- JTC Running apparel at a nice price.
- Social events - A couple times a year we have non-running casual get togethers.
- Local training runs - many of which have running mentors.
- Discounts on merchandise at many sports stores and other stores in Jacksonville area - see website for complete list: www.jtcrunning.com
