D.C. Fit Marathon/Half-Marathon Training Orientation April 29, 2006

"DC Fit members are just like you. We each decided one day that we would like to get into better shape, to make new friends, and maybe run or walk a half or whole marathon! Some of us are just starting an exercise program, others have been exercising for a while, and some are Boston Marathon qualifiers. But regardless of the specifics, we all share one common goal - to have fun.

Our members join to train for the Marine Corps Marathon, Baltimore Marathon, Montgomery County Marathon In The Parks, Richmond Marathon, New York Marathon, or Chicago Marathon?well, you get the picture.

If you want to make new friends, get into the best shape of your life, and maybe even run that marathon you've always dreamed about, or get in great shape, come out and join DC Fit. Ask previous members, this is a non-intimidating environment, and we really do motivate people to get fit, and have fun.

The general format of DC Fit is as follows:

* An organized training run or walk each Saturday morning with a group of runners or walkers whose training pace is similar to yours. Each group is designated by a color - Blue, Green, Yellow, Red or Orange.
* A seminar on training, stretching, nutrition or other related topic each Saturday before or after our run / walk to help you learn the fundamentals of successfully improving your fitness.
* Lots of time for discussion with your color group members and instruction from your coaches each week after the seminar.
* A schedule of training runs or walks to be completed each week on your own, or if you choose, with other members of your color group.
* Organized weekly speed-training sessions once the group has built a sufficient training base to handle speed work safely and comfortably, about 10 weeks into the program.

DC Fit works because it follows the successful format of the USA Fit program, which has been refined and improved over the past 14 years. The USA Fit programs have improved the health, fitness and wellness of thousands of people each year throughout the USA, Canada and around the world. Our DC Fit coaches are certified by USA Fit, and are CPR and Sports Safety trained. Each coach has successfully completed marathons themselves. Come out and join us and see for yourself."

Official Website: http://www.dcfit.net