Cycle 1, Week 1
Welcome back, group leaders! I am excited to kick off another season of Summer Marathon Training with CARA. We have a record number of participants across all CARA sites and our site has surpassed 160 runners for the first time since I’ve been the site coordinator.
There are currently 22 runners that have indicated that this will be their first marathon. Let’s make sure they feel welcomed and supported.
First Week Considerations
Arrive early! It would be nice for group leaders to all be present by 5:45am. Many runners arrive early these first few weeks (especially first-timers) to make sure they understand the lay of the land. Let’s be there to properly greet them.
Expect a delayed start. In order to give runners time to sort themselves out this first week, I’m going to start announcements at 5-after. We’ll be back to our prompt 6am start next week.
Please wear your blue Puma singlet. I know everyone has their favorite brand/style of shirt to run in, which is why I’m asking just this week that everyone wear the official training shirt.
Shoe Tags are important for their emergency contact information and to add a little flair to your running outfit.
Planned & Unplanned Absences
If you know you won’t be able to group lead for any weeks this summer, please let me know. This includes any planned trips or if you have any unplanned circumstances during the summer. You can email me (david@rovani.net) or text me (812-760-1258).
Notable Path Events
Nothing of note.
Weather, Water Stops, & Turnarounds
🌤️ Partly cloudy, 62°-67°F with humidity in the 70%s; easy running weather.
🚰 Waveland, Diversey, and North Ave
🏃Novice: 6 miles (turnaround at Diversey water stop)
🏃Intermediate: 8 miles (Lincoln Park Zoo entrance)
🏃Advanced: 10 miles (just before Oak St. beach)
Other Items
RushPT returns as our sponsor for physical therapy services. This includes a free assessment and injury prevention services available on-site most weeks after the run. If your runners have any questions or make any comments about pains, strains, or other issues - direct them to talk with the PT on site.
And that’s all I have for this week. See you, tomorrow!
David
812-760-1258