Running Program
USA Fit Tampa Bay members are just like you. We each decided one day that we would like to get into better shape, to make new friends, and maybe run a half or whole marathon! Some of us are just starting an exercise program, others have been exercising for a while, and some are Boston Marathon qualifiers. But regardless of the specifics, we all share one common goal - to have fun.
If you want to make new friends, get into the best shape of your life, and maybe even run that marathon you've always dreamed about, or get in great shape, come out and join Tampa Bay Fit. Ask previous members, this is a non-intimidating environment, and we really do motivate people to get fit, and have fun.
The general format of USA Fit Tampa Bay is as follows:
- An organized training run each Saturday morning with a group of runners whose training pace is similar to yours. Each group is designated by a color – Full Marathon - Green, Yellow, Red, Half Marathon – Blue and Orange or Walking Group – Purple.
- A seminar on training, stretching, nutrition or other related topic each Saturday after our run to help you learn the fundamentals of successfully improving your fitness. The seminars will be held after our run.
- Lots of time for discussion with your color group members and instruction from your coaches each week before the training run.
- A schedule of training runs to be completed each week on your own, or if you choose, with other members of your color group.
- Weekly speed training sessions once the group has built a sufficient training base to handle speed work safely and comfortably, about 10 weeks into the program.
USA Fit Tampa Bay works because it follows the successful format of the USA Fit program, which has been refined and improved since it began in 1989. The USA Fit programs have improved the health, fitness and wellness of thousands of people each year throughout the USA, Canada and around the world. Our USA Fit Tampa Bay Head Coaches are certified by USA Fit, and are CPR and Sports Safety trained. Each coach has successfully completed marathons themselves. Come out and join us and see for yourself.
