Train for a summer race or join for fun and accountability!
Women’s Training Group
Running with others is so much more fun!
Join us for weekly group runs with local coaches and guides where we will explore new places, meet new running buddies and support and encourage each other. Options available for runners of all levels looking to train for a race or just benefit from coached/structured runs.
Spring sessions begin in February!
Who is this program for?
Social runners and Serious runners welcome!
Social runner=
Newer or just getting back to running runners working up to a 10k distance OR runners who just want to focus on wellness and maintaining a running routine/habit with the support of the group.
Serious runner=
Women who have been running regularly but seeking more structured training under the guidance of a professional coach who may be interested in training for a race with the group.
Pre-requisites:
All levels welcome. There are no pace requirements*, routes will be out/back so runners can go their pace/distance. Many runs also have a Trailblazer volunteer who runs at the back to make sure no one is left behind.
*Power hiking is an important part of trail running!
How does the group work?
After registering, you have access to our Google calendar with full details for 2+ options each week for all levels!
Sunrise sessions on either Tues/Thu or Fri- coached conditioning workouts including hill repeats, stair and track workouts, and intervals with specific objectives to accomplish.
Wednesday social run club in Fruita at 6:00pm
A few Thursday evening sessions
Weekend long runs mostly Saturdays at 8:30am with a few Sunday mornings (out/back your pace and distance to accommodate all levels!)
Skills based sessions and special clinics including running form drills, injury prevention and tackling technical terrain and steep inclines/descending.
Occasional social run or hike including warm-up, guided intervals, stretching and occasionally post run libations
Option to train for a race with the group!
There will be specific sessions to train for the Desert Rats 10k/half and Fruita trail half
Locations:
Runs will take place along I-70 between Palisade and Loma.
Program includes:
Join unlimited sessions (we offer 2-3 a week)
8 week training plan for you to follow outside our group runs (includes run/cross training and strength training recommendations)
Meetup on race weekend/connect for carpooling, lodging, guided warm-up and group photos
Sports nutrition resources
Race planning strategy chat w/coaches
In-person, skill-based training and clinics to help you improve your trail running technique, fitness, speed, and strength. This includes running in the dark and winter running skills!
Programming by exercise physiologists, physical therapists and professional running coaches who are seasoned trail runners.
Private Slack group to communicate with other program participants and coaches.
Local running route suggestions.
Discounts on race entries, shoes, and gear.
When:
10 week program begins week of Feb 16th-May 2nd
8 week session begins week of March 1st-May 2nd
Program cost:
10 week program= $225
8 week program= $179
(for 8-10 weeks of in-person coached runs/workouts 2-3x week + 8 week custom training plan and all other perks listed above).
This program is priced to consider plans and busy schedules missing sessions or a week at a time.
----> This breaks down to less than $9 a session to work with a professional coach!
Who coaches the program?
Lauren Jones has a degree in exercise science and sports performance with certifications in sports medicine and has explored trails and raced all over the world.
Kriste Peoples is the head coach for the L2S beginner trail running course and has years of experience on the trails and in the wilderness. As a mindfulness coach she brings encouragement and energy into each session she leads.
Lindsay LaForce has been practicing physical therapy for 10 years, specializing in endurance athletes and return to run programming. She is a Certified POSE Running Technique specialist and an ultra runner, Ironman, and momma of two.