From Coach Toby…..

Great job conquering Twin Peaks! This week, enjoy a recovery run in the park with an optional tempo component.

Ask your Run Club mates and many will confirm: tempo runs aren’t just for elite athletes. They are a powerful tool for every runner.

By incorporating tempo sessions into your training, you will reach new levels of fitness, endurance, and mental resilience. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned runner, I encourage you to embrace the tempo. Your full potential awaits!

Meet-Up: 6:30pm, 7th Ave and MLK Jr Drive (Golden Gate Park)

Warm-Up

– 1/2 mile group jog to Rideout Fountain in front of the Academy of Sciences, followed by range of motion exercises.

– Strava route: https://www.strava.com/routes/3146256359791159304

Workout (4.25M total)

– 2.25 miles: Easy, conversational pace.

– 1 mile tempo: Begin at the intersection of Middle Dr and MLK Jr Dr, continue to MLK Jr Dr and Traverse Dr. This is where we transition into the uphill portion of the run. Push yourself to a challenging but sustainable pace.

– 1 mile regular pace: Continue to MLK Jr Dr and 9th Ave. Allow your body to recover from the uphill effort.

– 0.15 mile cool down: Jog/walk back to the start.

– Strava route: https://www.strava.com/routes/3146259770049052680

Post Run Social: Crepevine! I’m delighted to share that one of Run Club’s favorite spots is now open past 8 pm again. This marks our first visit since the pandemic, and I can’t wait to catch up with everyone and celebrate Jon & Jess’s epic Chicago Marathon.