The Weekly Pep Talk - July 20 - 26 SFM Here We Come!

The Weekly Pep Talk July 20-26, 2009 Run Like The Wind!

This Week is dedicated to the SFM Competitors. May you all “run like the wind” and cross the finish with a smile on your face.

Hi Everyone,

We have only a few days left before our big race. Are you excited or terrified? Now is the time to get rested and “prime the pump”. I have written a check list for you for pre-race details to take care of. All of this is available at Pre-Race Details

August 1 WOW Kickoff Party – Please RSVP by Wednesday, July 29
Be sure to RSVP for this party. We will go over details for the upcoming Nike Half Marathon, CIM Marathon and Relay and more. If we get 20 people or more to attend, Ben from Mizuno will come and talk shoes. We will also do a drawing for a free pair of shoes and more!

Best of all, we get to have fun together and EAT! Kathleen G is hosting the party at her home in Berkeley. Everyone who RSVP’s is asked to bring something. Kathleen and I will notify you of her address and what to bring by Thursday, July 30.

Time: 2-6:00 PM on Saturday, August 1. Please try to come. Family members are welcome. RSVP at http://meetup.com/gowowteam or E-mail Stephanie@AskAboutrunning.com Thanks!

Start Training for the UN Peace Run 5K/10K, Nike Half and CIM Marathon
Ask for your training program. The Nike training starts July 27, CIM starts on August 3. We‘ve got some pavement pounding ahead of us ladies!

WOW Assistant Coaches Needed
I am seeking women who want to learn more about “coaching”, want to share their enthusiasm with others, and can participate on a regular basis. No prior experience is necessary. While my immediate goal is to train assistants for The WOW Team, the knowledge you receive will be viable for other programs as well.

If you already belong to The WOW Team, you are invited to participate in our Assistant Coach Seminar on August 9 from 10 - 4, in the East Bay. If you are not a 6 month or 12 month member, there is a fee of $79.

More Race Information
Remember to pick up your bibs at the expo if you are running the half marathon. The 5K participants may actually pick up their bibs on the morning of the event. You can even register for the 5K on July 26, Sunday morning. Details at http://runsfm.com

I will not be able to meet with you 5K’ers race morning but will be at Lake Merritt the day before the race and will also be at The Expo (at Running USA booth) if you want to speak with me. Anyone participating is invited to meet at Howard and Embarcadero at 7:00 AM to go the Start together. The race starts at 7:30. Go for it! Please send your race recap afterward.

The 2nd half folks are invited to meet at 7:30AM at Fulton Avenue and 36th Avenue. This is an informal meeting place, about 2 blocks from the START. If you let me know in advance, I’ll look for you. One way or the other, have a great race!

GO WOW Team!

• Jeanetta Mack - 26.2
• Danielle M - 13.1
• Jennifer M-C 13.1
• Marly N - Progressive Marathon
• Stephanie Atwood - 13.1
• Jennifer Birch - 13.1
• Christy G - Progressive Marathon
• Sonia B - Progressive Marathon
• Kimberly L - 13.1
• Alison A - 13.1
• Jen W - 13.1
• Kerry G - 5K
  
  Important Dates to Remember
  July 25 - SFM Pre-race Jitters Workout at Lake Merritt - 8:00 AM and "Cheer'em On!" Get together.
  
  July 26 – SF Full Marathon, Half Marathon, Progressive Marathon, and 5K
  
  August 1 - Kickoff Party for all WOW Members. Backyard barbecue and celebration! Start preparing for the CIM Marathon and 4 Person Relay on December 6. Let's finish the year with a bang!
  
  September 13 – Lazarex Run Walk for Hope 5K, 10K, Half Marathon at Lake Merritt
  
  September 20 – U.N. Peace Walk Run 5K/10K in Cesar Chavez Park, Berkeley Marina
  
  October 10 – Dog Run Dog 5K and 10K - Bring along your favorite pooch! http://dogrundog.com/race-locations
  
  October 18 – Nike Women’s Half Marathon (still time to do the Virtual Half)
  
  November 1 – US Half Marathon in SF – Train with Coach Stephanie and Moms in Motion
  
  Dec. 6 CIM Marathon and 4 Person Relay – All Members are encouraged to participate in the marathon as a big challenge or the 10K Relay as a fun group event.
  
  To Fitness, Fun, The WOW Team, and You!
  Coach Stephanie
  
  Personal Training Offer
  As a WOW Member, you are eligible for up to 5 personal training sessions at a reduced rate of $50/session from Coach Stephanie. As a potential member, the rate of $75/session will be reduced if you sign on as a 6 month or 1 year member within a month of your first training session.