Place
Ridgewood, NJ US 07463
Description
Join us for an 8-week socially distanced in-person or VIRTUAL, all-women's training program that will prepare you to run a 5K (3.1 miles)!!!
Designed with the beginner runner in mind, this gradual, walk-to-run program is perfect for first-time runners or those who are coming back to the sport after a layoff.
"Absolutely loved this program! It was so motivating to see everyone's progress and kept me on track much better than if I were following another program or app on my own!" --UCAN5K Spring 2020 participant
Weekly meet-ups (Sunday mornings) will take place socially-distanced in person (masks required before and after workouts and any time social distancing is not possible; masks must be accessible at all times) or VIRTUALLY via ZOOM on the following Sundays:
3/21, 3/28, 4/4, 4/11, 4/18, 4/25, 5/2, 5/9, 5/16
Cost is $75 for the training program and includes 8 weeks of professional group run coaching, team tech shirt, and race bib belt, discounted JWS membership option following completion of the program, team mentor program, unlimited email support from Coach Dana, plus top-notch motivation and support from northern NJ's largest all women's running, walking and multi-sport group.
100% money-back guarantee! Stick with us for 8 weeks and follow the program — and if you’re not happy we’ll give you back every penny. What do we need from you? We need you to take the first step with us!
In addition to virtual sessions, workout schedules will be emailed weekly and are designed for individuals with limited to no running experience. Daily private app support will include wellness-related information, nutrition tips, and motivational posts, along with unlimited question/answer opportunities.
The program is led and moderated by JWS Founder and RRCA Certified Head Coach Dana Anello White. You can learn more about Coach Dana here.
What is the time requirement? You will be given three walk/run workouts per week and are encouraged to work in cross-training when you can. Walk/run workouts take no more than 40 minutes
What if I have to miss a session? It's OK! You'll have the workouts for each week ahead of time. If you can't make it to our weekend meetup, you can do that workout on your own, or even arrange to meet up with another group member at a different time. This program is extremely flexible!
What if I’m “too slow”? Honestly? There’s no such thing! We’ve put 100s of runners at EVERY level through this program. Many had never run a day in their lives We are here to make a believer out of YOU!
Questions? Please contact Coach Dana at dana@jerseywomenstrong.com
Come take this journey with us. UCAN5K with Jersey Women Strong!
Get fit. Give back. Change lives.
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