CS Employee Engagement Team Run/Walk Clinic

| Let’s Get Moving Together! 🚶‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Presented by the P&WC Customer Service Employee Engagement Team

Ready to get active, improve your health, and have fun with your colleagues?

The 2026 P&WC Run/Walk Clinic begins August 17 and runs through October 24, culminating in our annual Graduation 5K at P&WC Plant 1.

Whether you're a walker, a beginner runner, or an experienced athlete looking for extra motivation, this 10-week clinic is designed to help you build healthy habits, gain confidence, and achieve your personal goals in a supportive and welcoming environment.

❗ No Fundraising Required to Participate
Participation in the Run/Walk Clinic is completely free and does not require participation in the Montreal Marathon or the MUHC fundraising program.

Whether your goal is to:

Become more active
Improve your fitness
Complete your first 5K
Return to exercise after a break
Meet new colleagues
Train for a personal race goal
You are welcome to join.

The Montreal Marathon and MUHC fundraising opportunities described below are entirely optional.

 
🌟 New This Year: Train for the Montreal Marathon and Support a Great Cause

For employees looking for an additional challenge, this year's clinic can also serve as a training program for the Montreal Marathon Weekend.

In partnership with P&WC Run for the Funds Committee, interested employees will have the opportunity to participate in the Montreal Marathon while supporting the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) Foundation.

Funds raised help support:

Patient care
Medical research
Innovation in healthcare
Healthcare services throughout our community
Participation in the marathon and fundraising program is completely optional.

🔗 P&WC MUHC Fundraising Program Registration: Employee MUHC participation link

🔗 Donate to the MUHC Foundation: Link to MUHC Fundraising / Donation

 
🎓 Graduation 5K – October 24, 2026

The clinic concludes with our annual Graduation 5K at P&WC Plant 1.

Whether you walked, jogged, or ran throughout the clinic, this event is an opportunity to celebrate your accomplishments alongside your fellow participants.

🏅 Every finisher will receive a custom finisher medal to commemorate their achievement.

(Registration details for the Graduation 5K will be shared closer to the event.)

 
🗓 What’s Included?

✨ Motivation Mondays
Virtual Session Every Monday | 12:15 PM – 12:45 PM
Kick off your week with practical tips, education, and motivation.

Topics include:

Running and walking fundamentals
Footwear and gear
Hydration and nutrition
Injury prevention
Training strategies
Race preparation
Staying motivated
Please note: Motivation Mondays are educational sessions and not workout sessions.

 
👟 In-Person Walk/Run Sessions
Throughout the clinic, we'll organize optional in-person walk/run meetups from Plant 1 whenever possible.

These sessions provide opportunities to:

Train with colleagues
Build accountability
Learn from experienced participants
Have fun while staying active
Session details will be communicated through the clinic Teams channel and weekly emails.

 
📬 Weekly Clinic Emails
Each week you'll receive:

Training guidance
Upcoming session information
Motivation and success stories
Educational content
Clinic updates and announcements
 
📈 Training Plans for Every Level
👟 Walker Group
Perfect for individuals who are just getting started or returning to activity.

We'll gradually build endurance, confidence, and walking pace through structured progression.

🏃 Beginning Runner A
Designed for those who are new to running.

We'll help you safely progress from walk/run intervals to completing a full 5K.

🏃‍♂️ Beginning Runner B
Already able to run for a few minutes at a time?

We'll build your endurance and confidence toward a successful 5K finish.

💨 Intermediate Runner
Comfortable with a 5K but still taking occasional walk breaks?

This group focuses on improving consistency, endurance, and overall fitness.

🔥 Advanced Runner
For experienced runners looking to improve performance, increase mileage, prepare for longer races, or train for the Montreal Marathon.

 
🌟 Interested in Volunteering as a Clinic Leader?
We're always looking for enthusiastic leaders to help support participants.

Clinic leaders may:

Lead virtual discussions
Organize walk/run sessions
Encourage participants
Help create a positive clinic experience
No coaching certification is required—just a passion for helping others succeed.

 
Questions?
Clinic Director: Laura Babbitt
📧 Laura.Babbitt@pwc.ca

Lace up your shoes, bring your energy, and join us for another exciting year of movement, wellness, and community.

Whether your goal is to walk your first mile, complete your first 5K, train for the Montreal Marathon, or simply enjoy an active lifestyle with coworkers, we're here to support you every step of the way.

Let's get moving together!

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P&WC Customer Service Employee Engagement Team