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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.

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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 Program Registration

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

4 Easy Ways To Sign Up For Our Programs
Registration for all of our 2010-11 training programs is now on-line.
Take your running to new heights with In Flight Running. Register today before we reach our 350 member cap.
  1. Register On-line at InFlightRunning.com
    Recommended To Get Your Training Started Quickly!
    Register quickly, easily & securely by visiting our website. Click on the link below or the "Register On-line" button on our homepage. This is the easiest and fastest way to get plugged into our group within a day of registering. We accept MaasterCard, VISA, Discover & American Express.

  2. Register In Person at One of Our Info Meetings
    Attend one of our spring info meetings listed on our meetings page link above and sign up on the spot using a major credit card, 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, any Greater Houston Area YMCA, Fleet Feet Running Stores and other local running stores & bike shops. Fill out our application and mail it with a check payable to Merlino Fitness to:

    In Flight Running
    1302 Waugh Drive PMB 267
    Houston TX 77019

Fill Out Our Runner Questionnaire/Medical Waiver When You Sign Up
Please fill out our questionnaire as soon as you sign up. We use the information on your runner profile to gauge your current running skill level and design your customized training schedule. It also acts as our on-line medical waiver so it must be completed before you can join us for your first run with the group.