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No Boundaries Starts TOMORROW
Product Spotlight: Nuun
Sports Bras Are Like Shoes
Annual Spike Event
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Weekly Fun Runs
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7/2011 v42
Distributed every other Wednesday

Greetings!

 

We recently had the distinct and honorable pleasure of meeting marathon great and revolutionary within the movement of women's athletics; Katherine Switzer. An amazing woman with an amazing story, I'm particularly excited to have a story to someday share with Lucy when she sees her autographed copy of Katherine's book for her.

 

Who knows if Lucy will like running? She comes from a long line of athletic women--not, highly talented, but active. Lucy's Great-Great-Great Aunt was a P.E. Teacher and tennis standout during a time when few women were involved in sports. Her Grandmother, my mom, ran her first marathon at 60 and hasn't looked back.  

 

As a new mom I am acutely aware of how my choices will affect her. In our line of work, I see mothers and fathers every day modeling positive behaviors & choices. Their children are watching. I'd like to think that eventually I will get back to marathoning when our lives settle down a bit; maybe there's even another Ironman left in me. In the meantime, the image of Lucy riding a bike next to mom on a morning run seeps into my mind on busy days and keeps me looking forward to that shared time. 

 

If similar thoughts/concerns cross your mind, I invite you to join us for No Boundaries. Why? Because every session I see people changing their lives. Because of the women I see completing things they didn't think their bodies could do. Because of men who have survived health issues and are making better choices for themselves and in turn their families. Because of the Mentors, past participants who want to share their experiences with others in the same boat.

 

Lucy will be there...will you? 

  

Cheers!

Jeremy, Leah, and Lucy 
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The Experience and Camaraderie is Life-Changing! 

Be The Movement STARTING TOMORROW 

 

 

No Boundaries focuses on beginners, but all levels of walkers and runners are welcome. The program is structured to help you cross the finish line of your 5K race in just 10 weeks!  Along the way we'll provide you with motivation to keep you moving, guidance and advice, weekly group training runs or walks, and educational clinics on topics such as proper nutrition, choosing the right gear, and avoiding injury. Plus, you'll have the camaraderie of others just like you!

 

Unsure if the program is for you?! Join us for our first workout and then decide... 

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No Boundaries 5K training group (cost $85)

 

Designed for beginners and re-entry runners and run/walkers, we'll get you from the couch to walking/running a 5K in 10 weeks.

 

  • The Appleton program will meet at the Fox Valley Tech Campus and starts Thursday July 14, training for the Time Warner Cable 5K (Fox Cities Marathon Wkend) Sept 17.
  • The Oshkosh program will meet downtown Oshkosh (near the City Center) and starts Thursday, July 21, training for the Dragon Boat 5K (Oshkosh Fall Fest) Sept 24.

Click here for more information.

 

Join US and find the camaraderie of others like YOU!

Product Spotlight: Nuun
Enhance Your Water, Boost Your Performance

 

NUUN is an electrolyte enhanced drink tablet formulated to dissolve in water and designed to keep you optimally hydrated wherever you are. NUUN's special formulation of electrolytes helps increase the amount of water that's absorbed into the blood stream. That means more of the water you drink is actually used to hydrate you instead of being eliminated because the electrolyte balance wasn't right.

 

NUUN is not energy. NUUN was designed just for hydration.

 

Keep yourself hydrated during these hot summer months with New Flavors of NUUN: Grape, Fruit Punch, Tropical Punch, Lemon Tea, and Strawberry Lemonade

 
Sports Bras Are Like Shoes...
They Don't Last Forever!

Have you been FIT lately for a Sports Bra?  If not, we'd love to take you through our FIT Process and help you find the right solutions to help you feel as comfortable as possible when you're active!

  • 80% of women are wearing the wrong size bra.
  • The average life of a sports bra is 6-8 months, unless you put it in the dryer...then it's less time.
 
XC Runners--Mark Your Calendars!
Annual Spike Event Saturday, August 6

 
Hey all you high school track coaches, athletes, and families...join us for our Annual Spike Event sponsored by Saucony!
  • 15% off the purchase of a trainer or a spike
  • 25% off the purchase of a trainer and spike combo
  • $5 off apparel or sports bra purchase
  • Buy 3 Get 1 Free Socks
  • 10% off Nutrition items
  • Giveaways with spike purchase
  • Raffle prizes, food and drinks
Watch our website for more information...
Important Thing To Watch For...
In Our Summer Line-Up

Late July: Fox Cities Marathon/Half-Marathon FINISHER apparel
available--pre-book your limited edition apparel and wear your 'medal' any time you feel like it

Late July: New Balance at our Monthly Pub Run
--wear-test New Balance shoes, giveaways, food & beverages, and great company!

Early August: Sidewalk Sales
--take advantage of great deals & stock up in preparation for the final heat of summer and back-to-school excitement

Early August: Wednesday Seminar, August 3 @ 6:30 PM
--Get more from your Foam Roller--A Core Workout!!

Mid August: The Brooks Last Chance Extravaganza
--don't forget to get your new shoes before the Fox Cities Marathon

Late August: Mizuno at our Pub Run--our regular Fun Run/Walk sponsor, come out and have some fun...giveaways, food & beverages, and more!
Fun Runs Are Now Weekly
Join Us Every Tuesday and Saturday of the Month

Grab a friend and meet other runners/walkers

Tuesdays @ 6:00PM in Appleton**
Location: Just Act Natural, 129 E College Avenue in downtown Appleton

Routes: 2-4 miles available


**Last Tuesday Location: Stone Cellar BrewPub, 1004 S Olde Oneida (Between the Locks) for a Pub Run
Routes: 3-6 miles available
Next Up: July 26, 2011...New Balance will be there. First drink on us!

 
Saturdays @ 7:30AM in Town of Menasha

Location: Fritse Park (East of Hwy 41 on Lake St)

Routes: 2-8 miles available

 

NOW SPONSORED BY MIZUNO!! For both runs, log your miles to earn rewards (!), stay motivated by meeting others w/ similar fitness goals, and stick around for some post-run socializing.

We are often asked about club discounts and school discounts. Our Personal Rewards Program is our way of offering all of our customers an equal opportunity to save.
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Fleet Feet Sports Fox Valley issues you a $15 store credit for every $150 you spend!

 Thank You is nice, but $15 is nicer!

Get signed up for our Personal Rewards Program.
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Fleet Feet Sports Fox Valley is locally owned and committed to enhancing and growing our local running, walking, and triathlon communities by offering specialty products, educational resources, and training opportunities to assist you in achieving your fitness goals.
 
Sincerely,
 

Jeremy and Leah Schapiro and the
Fleet Feet Sports Fox Valley Team
 
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