OVERVIEW & PHILOSOPHY
Endurance Matters offers year-round solution for runners of all abilities and experience levels. Clinics target a variety of marquee races on the Manitoba road-racing calendar. The in-store clinics have helped many runners and walkers complete and achieve their goals. It provides proven, safe and supported programs for the beginner to advanced participants. Endurance Matters aspires to give people a healthy and enjoyable exposure to endurance sports. We strive to deliver a fun, friendly, non-intimidating atmosphere, where anyone, of any physical level, feels welcome. We have a proven system that helps endurance participants reach their individual goals. Our club atmosphere helps keep participants motivated and moving toward the next goal.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS JOINING A RUNNING CLINIC? People get into running for a variety of reasons whether it is to relieve stress, lose weight or achieve fitness goals. Whatever your reason most individuals need a bit of help in achieving their goals. The support of a group and guidance from experienced coaches can provide the necessary motivation.
WHAT CLINIC IS BEST FOR ME? Take a clinic best suited to your fitness level. Talk to one of our in-store staff and they will help you make the right decision. Making the correct choice will help prevent injuries allowing you to train at the optimal intensity.
WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT WHEN I SHOW UP? We usually start with a talk relating to what is planned for that night. We also invite special guests in to talk about their experiences and pass along their knowledge on a range of subjects from nutrition, injury prevention, running technique, to shoes and clothing. We begin with a warm up run or walk to a number of different locations close to the store followed by some stretching, then the workout and then a cool down back to the store. Sessions will last 90 minutes or less.
HOW DO I REGISTER FOR A CLINIC? Sign up at Stride Ahead Sports located in the Grant Park Shopping Center.
WHAT IS THE COST? $85 per clinic.
RUN CLUB When: Every Saturday Time: 8:30am Where: Stride Ahead
COACHES PROFILES
Mike Booth Chad Fowlie Bradley Keefe Dwayne Sandall Corey Gallagher
Running is for me a passion first, a vocation second. I have already represented Canada in variety of disciplines whether it be cross country, track or mountain running. My ultimate goal is to wear the maple leaf at the 2012 Summer Olympic Games in the marathon.
I began running in junior high as part of our schools running club. After an extended period away, I returned to road races in 1999. I'm an active member of Athletics Manitoba and Manitoba Runners Association having completed 5 full marathons, and 7 half marathons. When not running, working at Stride Ahead or instructing clinics, I work at Great West Life full time.
I began running in 1999 and have made it an important part of life ever since. I ran recreationally for 2 years and then in the fall of 2001, I made the University of Manitoba Cross Country and Track & Field Teams, where I ran as a Bison for 4 years. Over the four years, I competed in a variety of track and cross country meets through out Canada and United States.
Over the past couple of years, I completed my undergraduate and post-graduate studies cumulating in the attainment of my Chartered Accountant designation in 2006. During this time, running allowed me to stay active and fit while at the same time providing much required stress relieve. I plan on running competitively for the next few years.
I have the opportunity to lead running clinics in the past (i.e. 10km and half marathon) and really enjoyed my experience. It is very rewarding to work with fellow runners in the attainment of their goals.
Dwayne was on his high school's cross country team, but let running slide to the background while pursuing his university educaction. After grad school and realizing that he was no longer the skinny kid he was in high school, Dwayne started running again in 2001. Since then he has competed in road races from 5k to the marathon, and starting in 2006 has become a trail running convert, completing both 100km & 50km trail ultra-mararathons. He plans on tackling a 100 mile trail in 2007, along with at least two marathons and some 'shorter' ultramarathons.
Corey has competed for the University of Manitoba Track & Field/Cross Country program. Year after year, performing as one of the top road racers in Manitoba. In 2005 finishing 3rd in the Manitoba Half Marathon. Corey is an employee at Stride Ahead.