Jetty2Jetty & Lisa's Running Program!

Are you ready to join the DHP Jetty2Jetty Team for 2015?

Register at DHP Reception before the end of April to receive discounted entry into the race.

Challenge yourself on one of Queensland's most scenic courses along the Redcliffe waterfront. Races include the Moreton Bay Regional Council Half Marathon, JT Press 10km, Redcliffe Dolphins 5km & Belvedere Hotel 3km.

Race day is Sunday 19 July.

For further information regarding the race visit (www.j2j.com.au)

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Need some training tips, running advice, race prep and nutrition advice? We have you covered with our comprehensive 10 week program! Our very own Wonder Woman LISA MACLEAN has put together an impressive 10 Week Jetty2Jetty Running Program. 

When: Training is every Saturday at 7am commencing May 9.

What: Improvements in technique and race times. Nutritional and race preparation advice to enhance performance. Increased fitness.Good understanding of the course.

• 10 Training sessions on the course
• Weekly program

Cost: Only $99 (PLUS: THE FIRST 10 PEOPLE WHO REGISTER will receive race entry into J2J 2015 and also receive an official J2J running singlet!

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MY THOUGHTS/TIPS ON RUNNING

By Lisa Maclean

For some of you I will have your attention for most of you, you have already switched off! When I ask people to come for a run with me the response I hear is “I can't run” “Why??” I ask… With that question I hear many many excuses. 

I think the word running for most people means HARD… What about the word Light Jog? Now I have your attention… Running/Jogging is like anything in life, you just need to start somewhere and keep “chipping away” at it. The feeling you get when you start reaching new boundaries with running is unbelievable and I always hear “I didn't know I could even do that!” Ahhhhh music to my ears, people achieving goals and stepping outside their comfort zone (even if it's only for 1 minute).

So if your running shoes are dusty then it's a perfect time for you to clean off the cobwebs and start at the beginning. It's the perfect time of the year with the Jetty2Jetty around the corner, the weather is cooling down to run outside or even hit the treadmill at the gym by yourself or grab a friend to join you. 

My advice for beginners is just one foot at a time and my motto is “your race your rules” go at your own pace and you will be amazed. Before you know it you will be asking for a running program and reaching for the Jetty2Jetty goal you have always wanted to achieve. 

So now you have your shoes and you are itching to get amongst it, what about the fact that “I can't breathe when I run?” Which is another reason why running shoes stay dusty, Well… here are some of my hints that actually work: 

• Keep your mouth open. Your mouth is wider than your nostrils, allowing you to take deeper breaths of air. Allow air to enter through both your mouth and your nose. 
• Find a breathing pattern. Try coordinating your breath with your footsteps. For example, breathe in every other time you take a step with your left foot, and breathe out every other time you take a step with your right foot. This will help you breathe more consistently throughout your run. (Experiment with different breathing patterns to find the right one for you. It will depend on how fast you are running.) 
• Run or jog regularly. Running, just like any other physical activity, improves with practice. The better shape you are in aerobically, the easier it will be for you to breathe efficiently. 

Not only is running so rewarding it is excellent for your cardiovascular system, it's a whole body workout and you will see and feel results in no time at all. 

Why start tomorrow or next week? Try it out today, you will be one step closer to achieving that goal you thought has been out of your reach!