Programs

Winter REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
Remember, if you've ever completed a 2 month program, you're eligible for the Alumni Club! Any program, one low price.

Overview:

Become A Runner Training

0 - 5K training for Novice or those returning after a hiatus. Open every 7-8 weeks. ​(More information below)

Striders - Walking Group

A free supported but unguided walking group. Ongoing, join anytime.
(More information below)

HIIT Walking Workout

High intensity, Low-impact cardio by walking. Open monthly.
(More information below)

Half Marathon Training

15 weeks to reach a Fall or Spring Half Marathon. Offered 2x per year.
(More information below)

Intermediate 5K-10K Training

Maintain and improve your 5K - 10K Distance - ongoing, join anytime.
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 ALUMNI CLUB

Keep going! Discount loyalty plan for all returning members. Ongoing, join anytime. If you have EVER completed a program with ACT Running, you are eligible to join the Alumni Club!  Jump into ANY workout/program for one low LOW price!
(More information below)

Program Details: 

Become A Runner
A Beginner 5K 
7-8 week programs
Next Session Begins:
January 7

If you are able to walk for 30 minutes, this group will help you Become a Runner, in ability and in spirit. By gradually increasing your distance and building walk breaks into the program, you'll discover that not only is a 5k (3.1 mile) distance within your reach, it is enjoyable, gratifying and quite possibly addictive.

This group is about completing not competing - there will not be a specific time-goal. By the time you graduate, you will be able to call yourself a Runner.

Become A Runner: 
Late Fall: October 22 - December 14 , 2018 (8 weeks)
Winter: January 7, 2019 - February 22, 2019 (7 weeks)
Early Spring: February 25 - April 12, 2019 (7 weeks)
Late Spring: April 15 - May 31, 2019 (7 weeks)

No Summer sessions offered.

Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays AM
6:00am - 7:00am
  • 7-8 Week session - three days per week
  • Weekly Training Tips sent via e-mail
  • Running Form Clinic
  • Attentive Coaching that adjusts for your needs/goals
  • Meets at: Ramsey Neighborhood Park 4301 Rosedale Ave, Austin, TX ‎
  • Price: $119.00 Training Program Fee - Includes Technical Shirt
Want to Become A Runner but can't meet at 6am?
You can get the training plan ONLINE HERE: https://www.finalsurge.com/coach/Ashley

Intermediate 
5K - 10K 
  Maintain & Improve 
Monthly
(Join Anytime)



You are fairly comfortable with 3 miles but would like to improve your speed and stamina. Compare and improve your times against yourself, with the help of a team. Work on eliminating walk breaks, increasing your distance and quality runs. 

 NOTE: If you have never run or have not run consistently in the last 3 months, "Become A Runner" would suit you better.

NOTE: We use run/walk method to train. 
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Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturday
6:00 - 7:00 am
Ongoing (start anytime*) - registration for 8 weeks
Meets at: Ramsey Neighborhood Park
4301 Rosedale Ave, Austin, TX 
Price: $119.00 Training Program Fee - Includes Technical Shirt

Goal Races:  Any 5K, Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 5 MILE race, Cap10K
 
UPCOMING DATES: 
Start anytime! (Note: no workouts between Dec 23- Jan 2)

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   Distance & Half Marathon
        Beginning September 2018 & January 2019

Ever wanted to log a double digit run?!? This 15 week program uses interval running (3 minutes run: 1 minute walk) to build up to your choice distance. You'll be a part of a supportive & social team that will help you reach your goal. Runs will be approximately 10-13 minute miles**. Participants will receive weekly training tips via e-mail, including suggested supplement training, and are welcome to participate in weekday shorter morning runs. 
Participants should have at least 2 months base of 5-10 miles per week and should be comfortable run/walking for 3 miles. The first run will begin with a 3-4 mile run.
$185 Registration (race not included) for new participants.
Meets Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays

Fall 2018 Goal Races:
Run for the Water 10 Miler
Decker Challenge
3M Half Marathon
Austin Half Marathon
Spring 2019 Goal Races:
Cap10K
ZOOMA 13.1

**Please contact me if you have questions about the training/race pace - there is flexibility. 

NOTE: We use run/walk method to train. 

Saturdays - all runs finish by 8:30am (start times vary based on distance)
Optional (but highly recommended) Tuesdays and Thursdays 6:00am - 7:00am
  • Weekly Training Tips sent via e-mail
  • Post Run Clinics provided by professionals such as massage therapists, chiropractors, dietitians, shoes specialists and more
  • Meets at: Ramsey Neighborhood Park 4301 Rosedale Ave, Austin, TX ‎
  • Price: $185.00 Training Program Fee - Includes Technical Shirt
Remember: ALUMNI, register under the ALUMNI group in order to receive your discount. 

Striders
Free Walking Group
Ongoing

Whether you're returning to fitness, looking for partners to add to your routine, working your way to Become A Runner or just out to socialize, rise and shine for a 20-60 minute walk at dawn.  Nothing melts away the miles like good conversation! Takes place only when "Become A Runner" programs are in session.  Walks are informal and do not include coaching. 

Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays
6:00am-7:00am
Meets at: Ramsey Neighborhood Park
4301 Rosedale Ave, Austin, TX 
FREE

UPCOMING DATES - Drop in whenever you'd like!
Early Fall: August 27 - October 19, 2018 (8 weeks)
Late Fall: October 22 - December 14, 2018 (8 weeks)
Winter: January 7, 2019 - February 22, 2019 (7 weeks)
Early Spring: February 25 - April 12, 2019 (7 weeks)
Late Spring: April 15 - May 31, 2019 (7 weeks)


HIIT 
Walking Workout

HIIT Walking takes the principal of higher effort with the accessibility of walking to provide an aerobic exercise that is accessible to all, low-impact and loads of fun!

High Intensity Interval Training (or HIIT) is a cardiovascular exercise strategy alternating short periods of intense anaerobic exercise with less intense recovery periods.
These certified coach-led workouts will include a focus on proper walking form, warm ups, a variety of games/drills and stretches. Walkers will hit 4000-7500 steps per hour. Powered by the great outdoors and friendships, HIIT Walking will become your favorite exercise!

Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays    
5:15 AM - 5:55 AM

Meets at: Ramsey Neighborhood Park
4301 Rosedale Ave, Austin, TX 
 
UPCOMING DATES: 
Start anytime! (Note: no workouts between Dec 20-Jan 6)
  • Price: $119 for 8 weeks

ALUMNI CLUB

A reward for loyalty! Once you've completed ANY group with us, we'd love to help you keep training! Run, run/walk or Walk for any distance at a discount. 
The Run Clubs allow you to choose your schedule and distance based on your goals - Coach Ashley will work with you to map out a plan. All runs are an opportunity to maintain/hone your base miles, add variety with quality runs and new routes, and, of course socialize! 

 If you’re looking to continue your 1/2 marathon training, improve your 5K or push your distance beyond 3.1, add a longer, slow run on Saturdays! The Alumni Run Club includes all of the Weekly runs PLUS the Saturday Long Run, PLUS all of the HIIT Walking groups!

Open to all ACT Become A Runner alumni, Intermediate 5K, 1/2 Marathon group runners. and HIIT Walkers.

FYI: No workouts scheduled on a "Goal Race Day" or December 20-Jan 2, 2019.
  • Price: $60 for 8 weeks (yes, seriously that cheap!)
​(Note - All alumni plans have been merged in one option)
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Last updated 10/10/2018