Training

Racefit – 6.15pm
All year (indoors in the winter)

A strength and conditioning session specifically aimed at the core muscles required for running, including some circuit training; often followed by a light mixed-ability run.

Location
Massey Ferguson Clubhouse (winter); Garden of Hope, St Johns, Westwood (summer).

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“Track Tuesday” – 6:30
First Tuesday of each month – spring and summer

Designed and run by qualified run coaches, these sessions focus on structured speed work, using higher intensity intervals to develop running speed, efficiency and confidence.

Although this session is open to all abilities, to make the most of it, a foundation level of fitness is recommended. If you feel your fitness level is not there yet – speak to one of our qualified coaches who can advise.

Location
Lyng Hall School track.

Mixed-ability interval training – 6:30pm
All year

These sessions include running skills (endurance, strength, stability) and/or time or distance based intervals, sometimes combined with a looped run.

Location
Typically War Memorial Park, Xcel Centre or Massey Ferguson Clubhouse.

Ability group training – 6:30pm
All year

Group training according to ability; each week led by a different run leader.

Location
Depending on the Leader’s plans and the season. Typically – War Memorial Park, Allesley Park, Massey Ferguson Clubhouse, Xcel Centre, Castle Farm Leisure Centre (Kenilworth).
Groups

12 – 14 minute mile (37-44 minute 5k)
11 – 12 minute mile (34-37 minute 5k)
10 – 11 minute mile (31-34 minute 5k)
8.5 – 10 minute mile (26-31 minute 5k)
7.5 – 8.5 minute mile (23-26 minute 5k)

Depending on the Run Leader’s plans, these sessions are typically either:

– a standard run
– a standard run incorporating interval training
– a whole session dedicated to interval training
– a social run – a run at a slower pace for a social chat

On the last Wednesday of every month, we aim for every group to run from the same location – a local pub – so we can stop off for well deserved refreshments and a social gathering afterwards.

The famous Massey “Thrilling Thursday” – 6:15pm
All year

Especially designed sessions to improve running endurance and speed with time or distance based intervals, sandwiched between a short run. This is not to be missed – make sure you bring your karaoke feet!

Location
Warwick University Campus (meet at Canley Tesco car park).

Click below to find out more about some recent Thrilling Thursday sessions:

3-2-1 Fast Finisher Ladder
Standing Racefit Workout
4 3 2 1 Whoosh
The Equalizer
Settle and surge
Classic 3min x 8reps
30 second surge

Various dates and times

Several unofficial runs also take place at different times and locations, varying in distance.

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