Happy Summer!
Hopefully all of you have started your summer training. If not, lace up those sneaks and start today! Click HERE for your summer mileage guide. If you hit Week 8 before August 12th, simply repeat that last week until preseason begins.
New Shoes: Everyone should start their summer training in a new pair of running shoes. I recommend the Delaware Running Company in Greenville. They are staffed by runners, give a discount to high school athletes, and have the best return policy around. If a new pair of shoes are not working for you in the first 30 days, they will replace them. Click HERE for store information.
Running Watch: We would like every runner to purchase a running watch to be used in training. It does NOT have to be a fancy one with GPS. You only need the stopwatch function. If you would like to invest in one with GPS features, that is fine too. Below are two examples of running watches in each category.
Strength Training We would like every runner to incorporate some strength training into their summer routine. Click HERE for a great article on how to get started.
State parks are great places to run in the summer. Lots of trails and shade. Please keep in mind that there is a fee to enter the parks. The fee season runs through November so you may want to purchase a pass for your vehicle. Click HERE for information or visit any park office.
The Captains will be organizing some runs this summer. If you are new, please email me your cell phone number and the captains will add you to their summer group text.
First Day of Practice: Monday August 12th 8AM at Bellevue State Park. We meet by the picnic tables next to the track.
Eligibility: You must have a current DIAA Sports Physical on file with the BHS nurse BEFORE the first day of practice. The physical must be dated after 4/1/24. Bulldog Sports lists locations where you can get your physical. You can also find the DIAA forms you need in the bottom left hand corner of the page. Click HERE. Please do not wait until August to schedule your physical. You cannot practice without one.
Email me with any questions! That's All for Now!
Happy Running!!!!
Coach Flanagan
michelleluceyflanagan@gmail.com
