March 5k walkathon (Walk/Jog/Run)

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Are you ready for a challenge? Consider taking part in a fun and exhilarating walk/run of five kilometres. With FREE entry and prizes for all participants, you can kick-start your fitness or get accustomed to outdoor running! If you are new to walking or outdoor running, take a look at our 5k training programme to prepare you for the big day.

You can take part as an individual or part of a team to support the work of Listening Ears. We are committed to improving the quality of life in our communities in various aspects, including (physical, emotional, mental) health and total well-being. Entry is free but donations to Listening Ears can be made on the day or online. This event is sponsored by Play Sport London.

Schedule
Please endeavour to have registered by 10:30am. The route is along footpaths and quiet roads therefore please be vigilant and respectful to other path/road users. There are no first or last prizes, as long as you complete the 5km distance either by walking, jogging or running, you are a winner!

Starting point
The Pavillion at Bostal Gardens. Registration is 10am – 10:30am. There will be two groups of runners/joggers and walkers. Walkers start at 10:45 am and runners start at 11am and meet at Lesnes Abbey at 11:30am. There will be a short talk/tour of the Lesnes Abbey ruins and all head back to The Pavillion at their fastest pace.

Date and time
Saturday 19th March 2011 Registration starts at 10am. To register in advance complete this registration form. For all enquires relating to this event contact sarahp@listeningears.org or call 07944 734 553

Prizes Best fancy dress Youngest participant Oldest participant

For every participant Sports pack, Complementary drinks and refreshments T-shirt, commemorative medal

Training advice for beginners
For people new to walking or running for fitness, we have designed a 6 week programme to get you conditioned for the event.

Training programme for 5k walkathon
Week 1
Monday	15 minute brisk walk
Wednesday	20 minute brisk walk
Saturday	40 minute steady walk followed by 5 minute jog
Week 2
Monday	20 minute brisk walk
Wednesday	5 minute jog, 15 minute steady walk
Saturday	30 minute steady walk, 10 minute jog
Week 3
Monday	5 minute jog, 15 minute brisk walk, 5 minute jog
Wednesday	5 minute jog, 5 minute walk, 5 minute jog, 5 minute walk, 5 minute jog
Saturday	30 minute steady walk, 10 minute jog
Week 4
Monday	10 minute jog, 15 minute walk
Wednesday	10 minute jog, 10 minute walk,10 minute jog
Saturday	20 minute brisk walk, 15 minute jog
Week 5
Monday	15 minute jog, 5 minute walk, 5 minute jog
Wednesday	5 minute jog, 10 minute walk,10 minute jog
Saturday	30 minute s-l-o-w jog
Week 6
Monday	30 minute jog
Wednesday	20 minute jog, 5 minute walk, 20 minute jog
Friday	30 minute s-l-o-w jog
Saturday	WALKATHON CHALLENGE!

 

Listening Ears would like to thank Play Sport London for their support

 

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