Social Events
21ST Annual CSPG / CSEG 10k/5K Road Race & Fun Run
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Race Course: The race begins and ends at the Eau Claire YMCA, and is a 10km route along the Bow River pathway. There is a 75 minute cut off time.
Entry Deadline: Registration Deadline 12:00pm, Friday, September 11, 2009.
Race
is capped at 200 participants, so register early to avoid disappointment!
There is no race day registration.
Event Registration
2009 Road Race & Fun Run Waiver & Registration Form
Please note: A Waiver must be signed by EACH participant 1 day prior to the Road Race and Fun Run. A waiver form will be distributed to you once your registration form has been processed. If a waiver is not signed prior to the race, your registration will be removed from the race.
All registrations must be accompanied by full payment. Registration will be accepted on a fi rst-come, fi rst-paid basis until September 11, 2009. All entries are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Gord's 12 Week Training Guide for Novice Runners
Gord Hobbins of Gord's Running Store has developed a 10km race training guide for novice runners. Try it out and benefit from some expert advice, you may be surprised how easy it can be to gently get yourself in condition for your first race.
Printable
12 Week Training Guide for Novice Runners (PDF)
Guidance/Tips: For novice runners who wish a do-it-yourself program at your leisure.
- Run for short durations between 3 and 5 times per week according to schedule, with your long run days being the key to your training program.
- If your running shoes are giving you some problems, get some which fit and match your gait.
- Guide allows for a gradual increase to a comfortable load; your legs may need some conditioning at first.
- Yes, times are in minutes. The secret is to be regular and not beat yourself up.
- Wear a hat and cool shades. Keep well hydrated. It really helps.
- Gently stretch those calves and quads afterwards.
- Take along a friend and convince them to sign for CSPG, CSEG and the RoadRace as well.
- There are many running/training groups in town if interested in more.
Many thanks go out
to our sponsors and volunteers who make this event possible each
year!
We hope to see you there!




