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2010-11 Group
Training Programs
Securely sign up on-line for any of our group training programs or run coaching services.
On-line registration

Marathon - 1/2 Marathon
Weekend Program
Sat Long Run Support
Registration Open Thru Sep 30th
Season Runs Thru Feb 13, 2011
Cost: $160.00

Designed for those who cannot to commit to mid week training but want a weekend only program that includes essential long run support. This includes an 8 month marathon or half marathon training program with weekly Saturday long run support. Our Weekend Warrior Program provides more than adequate coaching to get you to the finish line. For a detailed list of what is included or to register on-line check out the link below.

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Marathon - 1/2 Marathon
"Essentials" Program
Sat Long Run Support
Wed Track & Hills
Registration Open Thru Sep 30th
Season Runs Thru Feb 13, 2011
Cost: $240.00

For runners that want more coaching support than just the Saturday long run. Our "Essentials" program includes 8 months of our marathon or half marathon training program with weekly Saturday long runs, a 12 week season of Wednesday hill workouts and a 12 week season of Wednesday speed/track workouts. All of the "Essential" running tools to take you to the next level. For a detailed list of what is included or to register on-line check out the link below.

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Marathon - 1/2 Marathon
"Excel" Program
Sat Long Run Support
Mon Track & Hills
Wed Track & Hills
Registration Open Thru Sep 30th
Season Runs Thru Feb 13, 2011
Cost: $310.00

Our best value for those that can commit to a comprehensive running program. This includes 8 months of our marathon or half marathon training program with 24 weeks of both Monday and Wednesday hills and track/speed workouts. Everything you need to "excel" and maximize your training and racing performance. For a detailed list of what is included or to register on-line check out the link below.

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"Essentials"
Interval Training
Wed Hills & Speed
Training Starts July 12th
Ends December 22nd
Registration Open Thru July 21st
Cost: $160.00

This program offers 24 weeks of Wednesday am or pm interval training workouts. The first 12 weeks are hill training workouts on Buffalo Bayou. The second 12 weeks are speed training workouts alternating between track work on the Lamar High School Track and speed play workouts on the outer trail at Memorial Park. Great for pure short distance road racers, triathletes or marathoners or half marathoners preparing for the Houston Marathon. This program can be purchased separately or is also included in our "Essentials" marathon & half marathon program. 12 weeks of hills or track can also be purchased separately (scroll down for those options). For a detailed list of what is included or to register on-line check out the link below.

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Hill Interval Training
 12 Weeks - $85
Summer or Fall Season

US Marathon Olympic Gold medalist, Frank Shorter, once said that hill training is "speed work in disguise" . In our opinion hill training is the missing link that most runners need to take their running to a whole new level. Mimicking hilly terrain during training physically and mentally prepares runners for what they may face on the race course and can help improve race times from the 5K to marathon distance and beyond. This program can be purchased separately or is included in our "Essentials" or "Excel" marathon & half marathon program. For a detailed list of what is included or to register on-line check out the link below.

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Speed Interval Training
 12 Weeks - $85
Summer or Fall Season

Do you have the need for speed? Who doesn't and honestly the only way you will run faster is to practice running faster in a controlled environment. Improved times with various interval distances on a 400 meter track improves turnover, form, power and can really help bring those race times down. This program can be purchased separately or is included in our "Essentials" or "Excel" marathon & half marathon program. For a detailed list of what is included or to register on-line check out the link below.

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In Flight Blog
Tune In & Tune Up
Coach Michael is finally breathing some much needed life into the In Flight Blog. Whether you train with us or not every runner world-wide is welcome here as Michael shares running and marathon training tips. He will also cover the Houston and International running and racing scene.

In Flight Running Blog


Metabolic Testing
RMR & VO2 Max
Call 713-523-2577
To Book Your Testing
Whether you are looking to loose weight or increase peformance, metabolic testing can help you reach your goals. Our resting metabolic rate tests rates your metabolism and gives you a gauge of how many calories per day that you need to maintain or lose weight. Our VO2 - anaerobic threshold tests let you know your true heart rate zones to get the most out of your fat burning ability while you do your cardio workouts. Runners and cyclists can also take their sport and racing to the next level by getting heart rate zones to help with realistic heart rate training goals. Check out the links below for more info or to book your test on-line. Call us at 713-523-2577 if you have questions about testing and how it can benefit your fitness goals.

More Info

Recommended Reading
Run Fast by Hal Higdon

Whether you are a beginner road racer or shooting for a new personal best, this book does a great job of breaking down training schedules and drills to run smarter and prepare for race day.

  More book reviews

 

In Flight Running
Houston Run Coaching, Road Racing, Marathon & Half Marathon Training Programs
 2010-11 In Flight Informational Meetings

Registration Now Open For Our 2010-11 Marathon & Half Marathon Program.
New Members Will Continue To Be Accepted Through August 31st or Until 350 Cap Is Reached

Sponsored by Fleet Feet Sports Houston

 Want to learn more about our group marathon and half marathon training programs? Join us for an informational meeting this Spring at the Fleet Feet Rice Village store. We will present a free, quick presentation, "The Top 10 Things You Need To Know Before Training For A Marathon or Half Marathon". After the presentation learn more about our programs, ask questions during our Q & A session, meet the head coaches and sign up for In Flight programs on the spot on-line.

More meetings may be added to this list and meetings dates and times may change so bookmark this page and check the schedule often for updates. If meeting times change and you have already RSVPed we will notify you of the change via email. If you have a running club at your company or organization contact us for your own private brown bag lunch meeting to learn more about long distance running and our run coaching programs.

All Meetings Will Be Held At:

Fleet Feet Running Store
Rice Village Location
2408 Rice Blvd .
Houston TX 77005
713.520.6353
Google Map Link

Parking:
Meet inside the store. Parking is available in front of the store, at adjacent spots in front of other shops or on adjacent streets.

In Flight Info Meeting Times- Fleet Feet Rice Village
Learn More About Our Programs - Register On The Spot
Please RSVP Here
These meetings are designed for runners who have never trained with us who want to learn more about our programs and ask questions. Each meeting will include general information about our programs and our run coaching philosophy. We will also present a quick talk entitled "Top 10 Things You Need To Know Before Training For A Marathon or Half Marathon". We highly recommend attending one of these meetings before training with our group.

Thursday - June 10, 2010 - 7:00 - 7:45 PM - Just Added!

In Flight Orientation Meetings - Fleet Feet Rice Village - New This Year!
Designed For Runners Who Have Enrolled In Our 2010-11 Season
Packet Pickup - Runner Mixer - Registered Members Only
These meeting are designed as kick off orientation meetings for all runners who have enrolled in our program. Runners will be able to pick up their training packet (shirts, coupons, goodies), meet In Flight coaches, sponsors and sports docs, o over some housekeeping items and share an overview of what we have planned for the season. This is also a chance for In Flight veterans and rookies to meet others they will be training with during the season.

Thursday - June 3, 2010 - 6:30 - 8:00 PM

Thursday - June 24, 2010 - 7:00 - 8:30 PM


4 Easy Ways To Sign Up For Our Programs
On-line Registration Now Open - Sign Up Today!
Don't Wait! Lock Down Your Training With Us For The 2010-11 Season Now
Mark Your Calendar For July 27th - Register For The 2011 Houston Marathon & Half Marathon
In Flight Registrations Accepted Through July 31st Or Until 350 Runner Cap Is Reached
  1. Register On-line at InFlightRunning.com
    Register quickly, easily & securely by visiting our website. Click on the link below or the "Register On-line" button on our homepage. We accept MaasterCard, VISA, Discover & American Express.

  2. Register In Person at One of Our Info Meetings
    Attend one of our meetings listed on our meetings page link above and sign up on the spot using our wireless internet sign up kiosk. We accept all major credit cards, check or cash. If you plan on attending please fill our our RSVP Questionnaire while visiting the meeting page.

  3. Register by Phone
    Call Us At 713-523-2577 - menu option 3 and we can easily take your credit card order over the phone.

  4. Register by Mail
    Pick up our program brochure at Memorial Park, Greater Houston Area YMCAs, Running Stores & Bike Shops. Fill out our application and mail it with a check payable to In Flight Running to:

    In Flight Running
    1302 Waugh Drive PMB 267
    Houston TX 77019

Fill Out Our Runner Questionnaire When You Sign Up
As soon as you register please fill out our runner at the link below. We use the information on this runner profile to gauge your current running skill level and design your training schedule. DO NOT fill out the questionnaire until you have purchased a training program.