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 3-Fitness & Wellness
  
October 2012, #2       
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RecPlex Run & Tri Club 
The RecPlex Run & Tri Club is for those interested in running and multisport training and racing.  It is for beginners and newcomers as well as advanced athletes. Workouts and runs can be done at your own pace, so you don't have to worry about going too slow, or too fast.
 - Monthly Meeting &      Seminar, followed by group run or workout - Monthly Calendar posted on the  club web page 
 - Training Runs, Bike Rides,      Swim Workouts
 - Coordination of members'      workouts if you'd like some company
 - Monthly/Quarterly contests      to keep you motivated 
 - Club tent at selected      races
 - Private Facebook group for      members to find a training partner, ride to a race, etc.
 - Discounts on running & triathlon gear 
 
 Club dues: RecPlex Members: $15/quarter; Non-members $30/quarter.   For more information: e-mail fitness@plprairie.com or call 262-925-6742.  
 
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                      October 15 - 21
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 Thursday, Oct 18, 7pm - Tri Cycle (drop-in).  
This class focuses on specific cycling skill sets needed for optimal  performance in the bike leg of Sprint and International distance triathlons.  These include fixed interval sets, ladders, superspins, standing sprints, tempo  sets, one-leg spinning drills, and recovery. 
Drop-in Core pass: $10 RecPlex member, $15 non-member 
 
  
   Saturday, October 20, 7am - Running Water Class. Take you running shoes off & jump in the pool.  Great for runners who need to take a break from the pavement or are recovering from an injury.  The class aims to aid runners and athletes by offering a low impact cardiovascular and strength workout to enhance their current programs.  The class is also ideal for beginning runners as it allows them to perform their routines with minimal impact to their bodies & it can aid in recovery.   
October Session: October 20 & 27 
Saturdays: 7:00-8:00am  
Fee: $19 RecPlex member, $29 non-member
  
Individual classes available on drop-in basis ($10/$15) 
  
   Saturday, October 20, 8:30am - 5K Run Training. Training is geared towards new runners who want to run a 5K successfully. The key is in the recipe that includes a perfect blend of easy running days, endurance runs, cross-training, a run/walk schedule, and rest days. Training class fee includes entry into the Run with the Turkeys 5K on November 17.  
October 20 - November 10  
Saturdays: 8:30-9:30am  
Fee: $49 RecPlex member, $59 non-member Note: no drop-in available for this class  
  
   Sunday, October 21, 8:30am - Cycle, Run, Repeat. Aerobic & anaerobic cycling workout plus run intervals.  For triathletes, this brick workout modification will help improve the anaerobic & muscular endurance you need for racing.  
October Session: October 21 & 28 
Sundays,  8:30-10:00am  Fee: $19 RecPlex member, $29 non-member
  
Individual classes available on drop-in basis ($10/$15)   
 
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 October 22 - 28
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Thursday, Oct 25, 7pm - Tri Cycle (drop-in).  
This class focuses on specific cycling skill sets needed for optimal  performance in the bike leg of triathlons, including fixed interval sets, ladders, superspins, standing sprints, tempo  sets, one-leg spinning drills, and recovery. 
Drop-in Core pass: $10 RecPlex member, $15 non-member 
 
  
Saturday, October 27, 7am - Running Water Class (drop-in). Take your running shoes off & jump in the pool.  Great for runners who need to take a break from the pavement or are recovering from an injury.    
Drop-in pass: $10 RecPlex member, $15 non-member 
  
   Sunday, October 28, 7am -  Indoor Triathlon Prep Training.  New to triathlons or ready to get a start on the 2013 race season? These workouts will prepare you for our Indoor Triathlons; each session will cover aspects of the Indoor Tri's swim, bike, run & transitions. At the end of your session you'll compete in one of our races. Training class fee includes entry into the Turkey Indoor Triathlon on November 18.Sundays, 7:00-8:00am  Oct 28, Nov 4, & Nov 11  
$49 RecPlex member, $59 non-member
  
Individual classes available on drop-in basis ($10/$15)
  
   Sunday, October 28, 8:30am - Cycle, Run, Repeat (drop-in). Aerobic & anaerobic cycling workout plus run intervals.   Drop-in pass: $10 RecPlex member, $15 non-member   
   
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                    October 29 - November 4
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   Thursday, November 1, 7pm - Tri Cycle Class (Fall II session). This class focuses on specific cycling skill sets needed for optimal  performance in the bike leg of triathlons, including fixed interval sets, ladders, superspins, standing sprints, tempo  sets, one-leg spinning drills, and recovery. 
Thursdays, 7:00-8:00pm Nov 1 - Dec 20 $24 RecPlex member, $34 non-member Individual classes available on drop-in basis ($10/$15)  
 
  
   Saturday, November 3, 7am - Running Water Class. Take your running shoes off & jump in the pool.  Great for runners who need to take a break from the pavement or are recovering from an injury.    
November Session: November 3 & 10 
Saturdays, 7:00-8:00am  
Fee: $19 RecPlex member, $29 non-member  Individual classes available on drop-in basis ($10/$15)  
  
 Sunday, November 4, 7am -  Indoor Triathlon Prep Training (drop-in).  These workouts will prepare you for our Indoor Triathlons; each session will cover aspects of the Indoor Tri's swim, bike, run & transitions.
Individual classes available on drop-in basis ($10/$15)
  
      Sunday, November 4, 8:30am - Cycle, Run, Repeat. Aerobic & anaerobic cycling workout plus run intervals. For triathletes, this brick workout modification will help improve the anaerobic & muscular endurance you need for racing.   
November Session:  November 4, 11, 25 
Sundays,  8:30-10:00am  Fee:  $29 RecPlex member, $39 non-member 
Individual classes available on drop-in basis ($10/$15)  
  
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Sunday, November 18
 First wave at 7:30am  10 minute swim, 10 minute transition, 20 minute spin bike, 5 minute transition, 15 minute treadmill run. 
  Race Fees: Thru October 31: $35  November 1-12: $40  November 13-18: $45  
  
  
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                    | Run with the Turkeys 5K |   |  
Saturday, November 17
 9:00am   Chip Timed Clydesdale & Athena divisions  Age group awards 3 deep Post-race raffle
  Race Fees: Thru October 31: $18      November 1-15: $20      November 16-17: $25  
  
  
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 Turkey Combo Championship
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 2011 Turkey Combo Championship winners Bill Gilmore & Jodi Staral 
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Awarded for best overall performance in both the Run for the Turkeys 5K and the Turkey Triathlon on   
November 17 & 18
  No registration needed; just sign up for both races  
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 Coach Ken Johnson 
3-Fitness & Wellness 
Grayslake, IL & Pleasant Prairie, WI 
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
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