Grand Opening Extravaganza
Last
week Peachy bragged about Big Doings at Big Peach. Well, Peachy decided big
wasn’t big enough, so this week’s
offerings are truly Grand!
That’s right, it is time to officially
celebrate the recent openings of our Kennesaw & Decatur stores by
having a week long, 4 store Grand
Opening Extravaganza! Our GOE is so huge,
you might have to take notes. So, sharpen your pencil, get out that stylus,
and mark your calendars for the following clinics and group runs. And of
course, Peachy couldn't hold a GOE without offering gifts with purchase,
drawings, and all kinds of special surprises! (Peachy will be getting back
to you in a few days with the details of these planned surprises.) The fun
begins Monday, August 18 and continues through Saturday, August 23. Of course, all BPRC events are free of charge,
and open to runners and walkers of all abilities.
To register for any of these events, go to the clinics page on our website.
Check out our weeknight clinics and events:
EAT TO WIN
Monday, Aug. 18, 7:30pm, Atlanta,
OR Thursday, Aug. 21, 7:30pm,
Decatur
Learn how to identify the proper food choices for optimal health, weight
maintenance and athletic performance with Ilana
Katz. The founder of Optimal Nutrition For Life,
Ilana is a Registered Dietician and Sports
Nutritionist holding a Masters Degree in Nutrition. Additionally, she is a
Certified Personal Trainer, and accomplished marathoner and Triathlete. Ilana will give a
brief overview on nutrition for training and race day, and then answer any
questions you may have.
NO PAIN ALL GAIN
Monday, Aug. 18, 7:30pm, Marietta, or Tuesday, Aug. 19, 7:30pm Atlanta
Dr. Perry Julien and Dr. Charlie Peebles, from
the Atlanta Foot and Ankle Center,
will discuss ways to prevent running injuries. This will kick-off their
series dealing with ways to stay on the road and out of the doctor's
office. Dr. Julien's book, SURE FOOTING, will be
available complimentary to all who attend. Veterans of many marathons, they
will share their insight on how to stay active and injury-free.
RUNNING WITH ROVER
Tuesday, Aug. 19, 7:30pm, Decatur
Join Timothy Crimmins, founder of Atlanta Dog Runner at BPRC
Decatur's fabulous outdoor patio, and learn how to safely and smartly turn
your dog into your favorite running partner. Timothy will provide training
tips to transform your couch potato pooch into a four-legged athlete. Your
well behaved and socialized dog is welcome to attend. Leashes are
mandatory. This one is sure to fill up fast, as space is limited.
TRICKS AND TREATS OF TRAIL RUNNING
Tuesday, Aug. 19, 7:30pm,
Kennesaw
Want to take it off road? Join BPRC founder and trail running guru Mike Cosentino at our Kennesaw
store on Tuesday the 19th at 7:30pm. Learn about some of Atlanta's great trail
running venues, what specific gear may prove helpful, and what cool local
races our town has to offer. Whether you're a runner or a walker looking
for some day hiking options, this event is not to be missed!
SAUCONY SPIKE NIGHT
Wednesday,
Aug. 20, 6:00pm-8:00pm, all 4 BPRC locations
Cross Country Season is here!!! Check out the latest in CC gear. All
participating CC runners will receive a Saucony Spike bag filled with a pair of
socks and all kinds of other goodies! And, the purchase of a Saucony Kilkenny Spike gets
you the chance to enter a drawing to have custom made Kilkenny
Spikes designed for your entire CC team! (No need to register for this
one!)
YOU GOTTA HAVE HEART
Thursday, Aug. 21, 7:30pm,
Kennesaw
Coach Matt Russ from The Sports Factory will
de-mystify the science behind heart rate training, and help you understand
equipment selection, and application. He will explain VO2 max testing,
anaerobic/aerobic thresholds, and lactate threshold testing modalities as
well as how to apply them individually. Followed by a Q&A session, this
is sure to be informative, educational, and of course fun!
PUT THE WOW IN YOUR WALK
Thursday, Aug. 21, 7:30pm,
Atlanta
Are you a fitness walker trying to improve technique and pace? Are you a
run/walker looking to get the most bang for your
buck out of your walk breaks? Perhaps you want to begin a walking program
and don't know how to start. Join BPRC's Karen
Kaye to learn how to walk with your whole body for maximum performance.
Karen is a former competitive Racewalker, and
current USATF Level 1 coach. Please come dressed for an outdoor workout.
Now, check out our incredible group run/walk offerings all scheduled for
Saturday, August 23 at 7:30am:
Kennesaw Mountain Run:
Get the best of road running and trail running by joining us for our first
scheduled group run/walk from BPRC's newest location in Kennesaw. We
will show you our special route to historic Kennesaw Mountain
Battlefield Park.
We will provide maps for runs of varying distances.
Breakfast Run: Check out historic
Decatur, a
charming city within the city. Join us for a morning run (we have maps for
routes of varying distances), and then hang out at BPRC Decatur's
relaxing patio with a delicious breakfast provided by some of Decatur's wonderful
dining spots.
Roller Coaster Run: Hills
Make Us Strong! Hills Build Speed! Don't dread the hills, embrace the
hills! Come to BPRC Marietta
for a “Thrills In The Hillsâ€
run, and learn how beneficial and (yes) fun hill training can be! We have
maps with routes of varying distances.
Scavenger Hunt: Test your trivia
and puzzle solving skills as you navigate the clues for a 4-6 mile journey
starting at BPRC Atlanta.
Open to 70 teams of 2, this event is sure to be a fun way to get familiar
with a beautiful neighborhood. Please
have only 1 team member register. If you are looking for a
partner, contact karen@bigpeachrunningco.com, and she will play
matchmaker.
With so many exciting events to choose from, you are sure to have a 'grand'
time, as your best miles are those covered on foot!
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