Beginner Running
About this race
Looking for a little motivation to get started running? Not sure where to begin, or hoping to find a supportive group to keep you accountable? You’re in the right place.
Join coaches Miranda, Spring, and Kelsi for a fun and encouraging 7-week beginner training program designed for brand-new runners. We’ll start with walk/run intervals and gradually build your confidence and endurance, with the goal of completing the Skeleton Skedaddle 5K—and, if you’re feeling ready, the Turkey Day 8K!
No experience is necessary—just bring yourself, a positive attitude, and a willingness to give it a try!
Pace doesn’t matter – all you need is the willingness to take the first step. Your goal will be to complete the 5K (3.1 miles) in the Beginner Running 101 class, and the 8K (4.96 miles) in the Turkey Day 8K training class, and our goal will be to inspire you to keep on going long after this training class is finished.
There are two sequential sessions of Beginner Running:
Beginner Running 101:
Class begins Wednesday, September 9th at 6:00 PM and continues through the Skeleton Skedaddle on Sunday, October 26th. We will meet weekly, on Saturdays at 8:30 AM and Wednesdays at 6:00 PM. Location will be communicated by class leaders.
Turkey Day Training Class:
For those who want to keep the momentum going! Class begins Saturday, November 1 at the Run Wild Missoula Beer Run and continues through Thursday, November 27 at the Turkey Day 8K. We will meet weekly, on Saturdays at 8:30 AM and Wednesdays at 6:00 PM. Location will be communicated by class leaders. Registration for the Turkey Day Training Class opens on Wednesday, October 15 at 8:00 AM!
What you get:
- Leadership, support and advice;
- Comprehensive training program to complete a 5K (101) or 8K (TDTC);
- Twice weekly group runs;
- Custom RWM swag;
- Entry into RWM’s Skeleton Skedaddle 5K (101),
- Great people to train with; and
- Inspiration, motivation and fun!
Cost:
- 101
- $35
- Includes cost of Skeleton Skedaddle registration fee!
- Turkey Day Training Class
- $5
- Does not include cost of Turkey Day registration fee.
Run Wild Missoula membership required.
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Beginner Running 101
Turkey Day 8K Training Class
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