By Dawn Emanuele
We currently have 29 participants in our training group that have been very dedicated to their training. While this group is smaller than our first group this year, their drive is just as strong. Our Tuesday weather has been very rainy the last two sessions and yet we have the determination of …
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From Margaret Rorrio to all Rockin’ Walkers
On May 5th we hit our first 8 miler..Double yippi!
But with the longer miles and the rising of heat we will need to start meeting earlier. On May 5th we start at 7:30 AM.
Rogue walkers may choose to stay at 8 AM or change to 7:30 …
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Our 5K Beginner Training Group program begins on Saturday, April 28th and we are looking for volunteers.
I can only speak for myself and what other coaches have told me, but I can honestly say what a rewarding experience it is to help our 5K Beginner Training Group participants. It only takes a small about …
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After nine weeks of training, our beginner group showed up to accomplish their goal and they did it!!! They finished their training strong. Each person had their personal goal for the race, went out and succeeded. This was no different from what we saw during their individual efforts throughout this training program. This group was …
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By Dawn Emanuele
A big CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS FOR OUR NRG ENERGY FIRECRACKER 5K Beginner Program! Yes, we are starting another beginner training session on April 28th for our next club sponsored race, the NRG Energy Firecracker 5K which will be held on July 1st.
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By Dawn Emanuele
As this training session is almost over and the beginners will be accomplishing their goal by completing our Spicy Green Bean Diva Race on April 15th, I want to make sure that all of the volunteers are recognized and they know how very much I appreciate their support. Without the support of …
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By Dawn Emanuele
Only two group training sessions remain before these dedicated beginners will be crossing over the Spicy Green Bean DIVA 5K finish line on April 15th!
After nine weeks of training we have participants that are thoroughly excited with the journey they have been on and how far they have come. It’s a …
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By Dawn Emanuele
Despite the threat of snow almost 40 dedicated and motivated people showed up to begin their 5k training journey on Saturday, February 11th. They completed 1.25 miles with warm ups, run / walk intervals and a cool down.
Our session started with an explanation of our program, a brief talk from Erik …
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From Dawn Emanuele
Hello all fellow club members. Do you remember when you finished your first 5k? I do and I remember what an accomplishment that was for me. I know how very thankful I was to the GRR people that supported me through that process. Someone was always there for me two days a …
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By Margaret Rorrio
Let’s roll, Connecticut, and make 2012 the year of good health!
Come join the Glastonbury River Walkers new training program: “Walk Your Way to a Marathon” AKA Rockin’ Walkers. Challenge yourself!
In 2010, Connecticut had an obesity rate of 22.5% according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). We want …
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Check out the 2012 dates for our popular nine-week beginner training programs!
February 11th, 2012: Start of nine-week beginner program leading up to the 2nd Annual Run Diva Run on April 15th. April 28th, 2012: Start of nine-week beginner program leading up to the 4th Annual Firecracker 5k on July 1st. September 8th, 2012: Start …
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It’s New Year’s Resolution time!
Join the Glastonbury River Walkers – a.k.a. Rockin’ Walkers. A brand new offshoot of the Glastonbury River Runners coordinated by Margaret Rorrio.
Want the fun and challenge of a marathon or half marathon without the pressure of having to run the whole way? Looking for a supportive group of training …
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