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2010-11 Group
Training Programs
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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.

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In Flight Running
Houston Run Coaching, Road Racing, rMarathon & Half Marathon Training Program
Where We Train For Long Runs, Hills & Track Workouts
Group Supported Runs For Paid Members Only Unless Otherwise Stated

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

Long Run Meeting Location
Memorial Park - Northeast Corner near Westcott Entrance
Adjacent To Soccer Field & Softball Field
Meeting Dates: Most Saturdays May 29, 2010 - January 23, 2011
Meeting Time: 5:40 AM - 6:00 AM Sharp Running Start Time
Training Duration: Varies depending on training week & mileage

Most long runs originate from our meeting place inside Memorial Park. We meet in the parking lot adjacent to the softball fields in the northeast corner of the park close to the Westcott Drive entrance to the park. On some weeks we mix it up and meet at other locations like Hermann Park, the Houston Heights, Terry Hershey Park and other city parks that have adjacent running trail access. A few times each season we plan long run road trips to Galveston, Seabrook/Kemah Running Trails and Huntsville State Park to vary the terrain a bit in a more scenic setting.





Hill Training Meeting Location
Buffalo Bayou - Allen Parkway Trails
Memorial Drive @ Shephard Dr Across From St. Thomas High School
Meeting Dates: Wednesdays July 29, 2009 - September 30, 2009
Meeting Time: 5:20 AM or 5:50 PM Warm Up - 5:30 AM or 6:00 PM Sharp Start Time
Training Duration: 50 Minute Workout - 5:30 - 6:20 AM or 6:00 - 6:50 PM

During our 10 week hill training season we meet on the hill adjacent to the intersection of Memorial and Shepard Drive facing Buffalo Bayou across the street from St. Thomas High School.

Speed/Track Training Meeting Location
Lamar High School Track
Alabama @ Eastside Drive
Meeting Dates: Wednedays October 7, 2009 - December 9, 2009
Meeting Time: 5:20 AM or 5:50 PM Warm Up - 5:30 AM or 6:00 PM Sharp Start Time
Training Duration: 50 Minute Workout - 5:30 - 6:20 AM or 6:00 - 6:50 PM

During our 10 week speed training seson we meet at the Lamar High School track. That campus is located close to the intersection of River Oaks Boulevard and Westheimer Drive. We meet on the back side of the campus on the track which is closer to the intersection of Alabama & Eastside Drive.



Memorial Park Asphalt Track - PR+ Speed Play Workouts
Meeting Dates: Every Other Monday Between February 22 - May 3, 2010
Meet Time: 5:20 AM or 5:50 PM - Complete 10 minute warmup
Start Time: 5:30 AM or 6:00 PM - Workouts last 50 minutes - 10 minute optional core body workout

PR+ Members can now join Coach Michael on Tuesday mornings for a shorter group run around the Memorial Park loop. Most runs will be 3 to 6 miles in length or 30 - 40 minutes around the Memorial Park loop. Late in our training season we may venture out of the park for 5 - 6 milers. Start time is at 5:30 AM sharp and fluids are provided. Meet behind the stretch area adjacent to the tennis center. Click on the map graphic above for a Google Map link to our meeting location.








Fleet Feet Rice University Thursday Evening Run
Rice University & Hermann Park Trails
Meeting Dates: Most Thursdays Between June 4, 2009 - January 14, 2010
Start Time: 6:00 PM
Training Duration: 30 - 60 Minute Workout

Members can now join an In Flight Coach on Thursday evenings for a mid distance group run from the Fleet Feet running store in West University. On Thursday evenings after work head over to the Fleet Feet Rice store for a 6:00 pm, 30 - 60 minute Rice University/Hermann Park run. Bring your gym bag with you, shop, change at the store and grab a mid week run. Fluids are provided at the beginning and end of mid week runs but we do recommend running with a hydration belt so you have fluids along each route.Fluids at the beginning and end of the run will be provided but on hot days we recommend running with a hydration belt.