Go from being a couch potato to a 5K finisher with this 8 week training program! If you haven't run before or perhaps you think you can't. We'll show you how to get started, give you training tips, and teach you how to stay motivated; all while training for Pasco’s Lampson Cable Bridge Run 5K. Training will gradually increase your endurance and your fitness level while you receive coaching tips in a fun group setting. There will be a group workout on Saturday mornings and each participant will be given a workout plan to follow during the week. Class fee includes training, registration for the 5K Cable Bridge Run held on Saturday, December 16th, and a customized Cable Bridge Run shirt.

This class will accommodate a wide variety of fitness levels. Anyone under 16 may participate with a parent/guardian that is registered for this course.

The 5K 101 class is taught by Carl Loera, a Physical Therapist with a background in injury prevention and rehabilitation of runners and athletes. In addition, Carl is a long time runner, athlete and running coach who holds certifications with the Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) and the USA Track and Field Association(USATF).