Couch to 5k Training Group
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Need some motivation to exercise?
Think that running a 5k (equivalent to 3.1 miles) is an impossible feat? With the proper training and lots of motivation, anyone can do it! Join our Couch to 5k Training Group and let the American Red Cross help you! No prior running experience is necessary. Get off the couch and start training for a 5k!

We will provide you with the training to complete a 5k run. Members will meet regularly for group runs/walks. While the ultimate goal is successful completion of the 3rd Annual Turkey Trot, you'll benefit overall from improved strength, increased flexibility, cardiovascular endurance and weight control. In addition, all that working out together has its social benefits. You'll meet a dynamic group of like-minded individuals who will share an exciting experience with you.

Helping others as you improve yourself
In exchange for the training and support, you raise money toward disaster relief and volunteer support. All the money raised will remain in this area and benefit people in our community. Red Cross disaster relief focuses on meeting people's immediate emergency disaster-caused needs. When a disaster threatens or strikes, the Red Cross provides shelter, food, and health and mental health services to address basic human needs. All these services are provided to victims free of charge made possible by the generous contributions of people's time, money, and skills.

The miracle isn't that I finished. The miracle is that I had the courage to start.

Start right now by committing to good health and exercise. Improve yourself, while helping others in the process! Come to one of the Couch to 5k Information Meetings and learn more about this wonderful program. Bring a friend! Information meetings are scheduled for:

BJACH Wellness & Readiness Center (Bldg 3504 on Georgia Ave)
Tuesday, August 31 at 11:30 am
Wednesday, September 1 at 6 pm 
Tuesday, September 7 at 11:30 am
Wednesday, September 8 at 11:30 am
Thursday, September 16 at 11:30 am

You must attend one of the information meetings before coming to the kickoff, or come to a Saturday morning training at Honor Field . The Couch to 5k Training Program kickoff will be Saturday, September 11 at 9 am at Honor Field. If you are unable to come to an information session but want to join the group, please call Jesslyn Langbein at (337) 531-4041.