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WalkFIT Program added to Popular No Boundaries: Learn to Run Program
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Ellen Brenner – VP/CFO
Fleet Feet Sports Rochester
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Brighton Location 2210 Monroe Ave Rochester, NY 14618 (585) 697 - 3338 |
Ridgeway Location 2522 Ridgeway Ave Rochester, NY 14626 (585) 270-4334 |
Fleet Feet Sports adds WalkFIT to their Popular No Boundaries: Learn to Run Program
January 22, 2012: Fleet Feet Sports has been offering the No Boundaries: Learn to Run Program for 6 years. February 2012 will mark a new phase in Fleet Feet Sports’ programming division. Fleet Feet Sports will be adding a WalkFIT Program alongside the regular Learn to Run Program. WalkFIT is for those who truly are new to exercise and who just want to walk.
In 2011, Fleet Feet Sports starting offering two locations for this program and with the recent retail expansion of their second store at 2522 Ridgeway Avenue, Fleet Feet Sports will continue to offer an East and Westside location for participants. Having two locations allows participants the flexibility to attend coached group workouts more frequently and to remain committed.
The No Boundaries: Learn to Run & WalkFIT program offers a beginner and an advanced level; the beginners train for a 5K, while the advanced train for a 10K. The programs have coaches who lead workouts and support participants throughout the program. The 12 week program provides participants a workout schedule that can easily adjust to fit almost any lifestyle. The program includes group workouts and a variety of workshops to educate new runners about stretching, nutrition, and injury prevention.
No Boundaries offers 4 different program levels for varying degrees of physical fitness level:
- WalkFIT: This program is perfect for people who don't run but want to stay fit by walking. Perfect for the beginner exerciser to the advanced walker who can walk 3 miles.
- 5K: Perfect for people who don't run at all and want to, have a hard time starting or are unsure what to do. This program starts out walking and slowly builds running in each week, preparing individuals for a 5K (3.1 mile) race.
- NoBo 2.0 – Perfect for those who recently ran their first 5K and want to improve but aren’t yet ready for longer distances. This program improves speed, endurance and performance at the 5K level.
- 10K – Perfect for individuals who can run between 2 and 3 miles but have a hard time going further. This program will train you towards a 10K (6.2 miles).
There are 4 FREE Info Sessions to learn more are:
- Thursday, January 26th @7:15PM at Fleet Feet Sports, 2522 Ridgeway Ave
- Monday, January 30th @6PM at Fleet Feet Sports, 2210 Monroe Ave Brighton
- Thursday, February 2 @7:15PM at Fleet Feet Sports, 2522 Ridgeway Ave
- Monday, February 6th @6PM at Fleet Feet Sports, 2210 Monroe Ave Brighton
Fleet Feet Sports designed the No Boundaries program to help participants train successfully, but safely, all while having fun! With the addition of the WalkFIT program, it allows a more people great access towards a healthy lifestyle.
For additional information about this, or other Fleet Feet Training Programs, visit www.fleetfeetrochester.com, or email Kate Brett at training@fleetfeetrochester.com.
About Fleet Feet Sports - Fleet Feet Sports is a locally owned and operated specialty store carrying footwear, apparel and accessories for walkers and runners. At Fleet Feet Sports, you will find a welcoming environment where runners, walkers and fitness enthusiasts of all abilities receive unparalleled service and support. For more information, visit www.fleetfeetrochester.com.
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Half & Full Marathon Training Program starting mid January
Half AND Full Marathon SPRING TRAINING STARTS the week of JANUARY 16th training towards:
1. Unity Health System Rochester Flower City Challenge Half Marathon on April 29th!
2. Or full or half marathon of your choice
Free Info Sessions will be held on:
- Thursday, December 29th at 7:15PM at Fleet Feet Sports, 2522 Ridgeway Ave., Greece
- Monday, January 2nd at 6PMat Fleet Feet Sports, 2210 Monroe Ave., Brighton
- Thursday, January 5th at 7:15PM at Fleet Feet Sports, 2522 Ridgeway Ave., Greece
- Monday, January 16th at 6PM at Fleet Feet Sports, 2210 Monroe Ave.,Brighton
To register or learn more please visit: http://www.fleetfeetrochester.com/training/distance-training
Dude's Night is Wed., Dec. 14th from 5-8PM at Ridgeway!
Calling all men!
Join us for Dude Night at 2522 Ridgeway Ave at the Fleet Feet Sports Ridgeway locale.
Enjoy
- Beer and snacks
- Specials on footwear & apparel
- FREE Gift Wrapping
- Games and more....
Fleet Feet Sports Ridgeway NOW OPEN!
Fleet Feet Sports Ridgeway location is NOW OPEN - Visit us at 2522 Ridgeway Ave in Greece! We are also hosting a Black Friday Waffle Run/Walk at 9AM on Nov. 25th. Join us for this 3.5 mile run/walk with amazing shoe specials and clearance apparel sales.
40th Webster Turkey Trot is now over 3900!! You can register at Fleet Feet Sports in Brighton.
Fleet Feet Sports Ridgeway location opening any day now!!
Stay tuned...
Why We Don't Use a Foot Scanner
Written by: Stephanie Blozey, Fleet Feet Sports West Hartford, CT
Many people wonder why we don't use a "foot scanner" that you can step on to determine what shoe or insole is right for you. These computerized scanners, which are being installed in drug stores and superstores, show your foot's pressure points and arch type. It's a fancy way of doing the "Wet Test": wet your feet and stand on a surface, like a brown paper bag, that leaves a visible footprint. The wider the band that connects your heel and ball, the lower the arch you have.
Your arch type effects your biomechanics and is an important component of choosing the right shoe for your foot, but it is only part of the FIT story since at least 20% of people's arches act differently than they "should". Here at Fleet Feet Sports, our FIT Process has three main components that help us define your foot and make the best shoe recommendations for you: foot morphology, biomechanical assessment and "other".
Foot morphology is a fancy way of saying that we analyze your foot size, shape and arch type. This is done by visually looking at the foot statically and dynamically (important since you are in motion when you run!) and taking multiple measurements with an old-fashioned Brannock device. This helps us to choose the right size shoe and shoe brand since each shoe company fits a certain shaped foot better. That is why your friend may swear by his Asics shoes, but they cause you pain.
Next, we examine your biomechanics by determining your arch flexibility and doing a gait analysis (either watching you walk barefoot or with our video gait analysis software). This tells us if you overpronate, supinate or are naturally efficient which in turn, governs what type of shoe (neutral, stability or motion control) you need, as well as the curvature of your shoe's last. Key here is arch flexibility since a rigid arch needs extra cushioning to help attenuate the shock produced when the foot hits the ground at forces of 2-4 times body weight. Whereas, a flexible arch disperses shock better, but all that flexibility in the mid and fore foot can cause overpronation which stresses and torques your feet, shins, knees, hips and back causing its own host of problems.
Finally, we take other special considerations into account like your gender, weight, training surface, weekly mileage, injury status, orthotics and structural deviations in the foot like bunions and extra bones. We put all this data together and bring out 2-3 pairs of shoes that we think will fit you best. Don't be surprised if one of those first shoes feels amazing - it means that we did our job right!
When you think about it, the foot is a marvelous structure. It has 28 bones (including the sesmoids), 33 joints, 112 ligaments, plus tendons, nerves and blood vessels that work in unison to support, balance and propel your body. No two feet are exactly the same nor do they always fit into a specific category. Don't cheat your feet and let a computer scan recommend an orthotic or running shoe for you. An injury is going to cost you a lot more, monetarily and mentally, than a good pair of shoes. Invest in your feet. Let our Fit Professionals teach you about your feet and help you find the perfect fit. We guaranteed it!
Tom Raynor Inducted Into NSGA Hall Of Fame
The CEO of Fleet Feet, Incorporated, Tom Raynor, will be inducted into the National Sporting Goods Association (NSGA) Hall of Fame at a ceremony tomorrow, during the 47th Annual NSGA Management Conference. The NSGA has honored Sporting Goods leaders since 1956 but this year’s inductees bring the total number of Hall of Famers to only 150.