Running muscles! Wednesday 24th April, strength and conditioning.

Lift off with strong muscles.

We’ve just had another wondrous weekend of running. The sun was shining for our Bluebell 10k and 10 milers and our weekly Sunday run club. It doesn’t stop there as there’s always new goals to aim for on our running calendar.

In order to achieve our running dreams, improve our performance and prevent injury from kicking in, we need to do regular strength and conditioning. It can be a costly decision not to include strength work in your training. The session will be quite dynamic with some floor work included. If you are coming along, would like a lift or have any questions then please leave a comment.

What to bring: If you do have a mat then bring it along. There are spares.

Meet: The lawns adjacent to King Alfred car park (bottom of Hove Street) 7.30 – 8.30pm

£5 drop in.

Coach: Kate. 07702983744

Beginners-Intermediate Running Course starts Jan 30th

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Are you one of these runners?

‘I don’t like running but feel like I should to keep fit’

‘I wish I could run but I’m not good at it.’

‘I like running but get bored after ten minutes.’

‘I can never get past 5k.’

‘I used to be able to run but I’ve lost my mojo.’

Then you are not unlike hundreds of women who have joined our running club in the last three years but who now love running.

We’ve helped coach hundreds of women to distances they never imagined they would be capable of, much less enjoy. And we are talking 0-5k in four weeks, and to half marathon and marathon level in a year.

But the great thing about running is not the distances or the PBs, it’s that huge endorphin buzz you get, along with the feeling of confidence when you realise you really can achieve anything that you set your mind on.

And then there’s the side effect on your body shape too, no bad thing!

If you want to feel the Fitbitch effect for yourself, join us in training for either 10k or 10miles.

The training group will be geared towards the BlueBell Trail Race  April. You don’t HAVE to run this but it’s great to have a goal and will keep you motivated, especially as you’ll be running it with a group of women who you will have trained with for 12 weeks.

Both courses will start at a distance of four miles (perfect if you have just finished our Beginners 0-5k course). The price of the package will include a training plan, Wednesday (7.30pm) and/or Sunday (8.30am) training, as well as a Fitbitch race t-shirt. (you can choose both sessions or use a half package across either session).

Most Weds sessions take place in Hove, Sunday sessions start from different locations.

For prices and bookings, visit our brand website. If you’re a complete beginner then don’t miss our next 0-5k course, details via the same link.

Wednesday 29th August. Pace and speedwork.

 

Jump, smile and run.

Get the trainers back on tomorrow for some more running. This week it’s pace and speed training to help improve your overall running performance. As with all our Wednesday sessions, this is suitable for all abilities and there is no set distance. Goals will be set depending on individual abilities. We aim to keep you motivated throughout your training and help you become a more conditioned runner, reducing the risk of injury.

Garda girls, Firle and Rise runners keep on top of your training and join us this Wednesday. Please comment if you are coming along.

Coach: Kate 07702983744

Meet: Hove Street,  Promenade near King Alfred car park.

Time: 7:30 – 8:30 pm

Drop in £5

 

Beginners women’s running group starting Weds 15th Aug

Train for 8k Rise Undercliff Run for Women

Have you been inspired by watching the Olympics and want to start running but don’t know where to start?

All our Wednesday running sessions at 7.30pm are suitable for ALL, including new runners and you can drop in at any time.

But having a goal and starting with a group who are all at the same level can make it more approachable for some. So don’t miss out this coming weds on our next beginners group.

Beginners – Zero to The 8k Undercliff Run for Women starts Weds 15th August

Perfect if you are a complete beginner, come and join our group training for this race (a nice flat one) along the coastal path from Rottingdean on October 7th.

We are the official training partner for the charity and if you are a new member to our run club and register to run with Rise 8k (we have now changed this to allow those who have signed up to raise sponsorship, and those who have registered to run)  sign up to raise money for their charity, our Weds sessions are FREE.

If not, pay £5 drop ins or £43 for a package including 8 training sessions (Weds or Sun), a training plan and t-shirt.

Interested? All you have to do is subscribe to this site so you receive email notifications on a weekly basis telling you where the training will be. Then comment here if you are coming to any training sessions.

If you wish to book a package of training runs email info@fitbitchbootcamp.com.
Drop in sessions on Sunday are £5.

Sea to Downs Training, Sunday 12th August

Nothing beats a Sunday run on the Downs

Beginners got their first taste of the beauty of off road running last weekend and we continue this week with this stunning sea to downs run.

Starting at Brighton Marina, you will run along the cliff path heading to Rottingdean before climbing up past the windmill and looking out over the azure green sea. It’s a beautiful run and ends on a downhill.

This is a five mile run but if you wish to go shorter, you can join us and turn before we head up on to the Downs as the route is straightforward until this point.
For those going longer there are three distances, 10, 11 or 12miles. PLEASE stick to the distance you should be doing on your training plan and DON’T over run.
The start times and locations vary accordingly (or start at the 12mile route but just walk the last bit back as a warm down).

The route again will go along the cliff path before going up behind Rottingdean and up around Castle Hill National Reserve. IF YOU have paid for a plan, you will be able to see the route on http://www.mapmyrun.com if you are a friend of FbBootcamp.

WHICHEVER MILEAGE YOU DO PLEASE COMMENT BELOW AND TELL US SO WE ARE AWARE OF WHO IS COMING.

Details for meeting

Beginners 5miles

Meet Asda Car Park Brighton Marina for an 8.30am start

Coach: Melissa, Running Ambassador Karen Russell

Going longer

(Ensure you are at each location ready to go at this time – if you are on time and you don’t see us stay where you are and wait as it just means we haven’t reached you yet.

hOWEVER, if you are late we can’t stop the run to wait so be there. We will stop if we arrive at the location earlier than anticipated).

12 miles Meet 8.15am Brighton Pier

11 miles Meet 8.20am Yellowave Madeira Drive

10miles Meet 8.30am entrance to undercliff path Brighton Marina as we come past

Please note on the longer runs we will team you up with someone of approx the same pace who you must stay with.

Coaches: Rachael,  and Kate

Lake Garda 15k Runners & Beginners

Who needs caffeine when running gives you this much of a buzz?

Last Wednesday,  and this morning we  had a fantastic turn out for our new beginner’s running group.

If you are a beginner, and haven’t joined us yet - or saw us at parkrun.com, it is never too late to join as you can drop in for £5 whenever you want on Wednesdays. These sessions are suitable for all.

Plus, we  have another group starting on August 8th -  our group who are training for the Lake Garda 15k on October 14th. All the spaces for our international run have been filled but that doesn’t stop you joining our training if you want to just build your distance.

If you are already confirmed for Lake Garda, the package price is payable NOW.

That is £71 for a half package of 10 runs (minus £20 if you have paid the admin fee) or £107 for 19 runs. It is due now.

Pay to the same bank as usual.

From sea to downs, Sunday 22nd July, 8.30am

Well done to our new runners on Wednesday night, and we look forward to welcoming you to this, your first Sunday run.

For the beginners, don’t panic, as this training run will be a lovely flat route from Hove out towards the marina and back.  We are aiming for 2.5 -3.5 miles but it’s easy to turn back when you are ready.

We will have our running ambassadors on hand to help you with your technique – and to help keep you motivated. They’ve all been where you are and many have trained with England Athletics so they are perfectly placed to help you.

For our intermediate and advanced runners training for the Firle Half Marathon, and Lake Garda races, there will be a 7-8mile and 10mile choice.

These will go up and over the undulating cliffs towards Rottingdean before heading up and out over the Downs and returning back to the seafront for a final pacey finish.

PLEASE COMMENT HERE IF YOU ARE COMING. ALSO FOR THOSE WHO DID NOT READ THE POST REGARDING NET WEEKENDS RUN, FOR THIS WEEK ONLY WE WILL BE DOING OUR LONGER RUN ON SAT.

Location: Meet Hove Lawns cafe (NOT the meeting house near the Peace Statue)

Time: 8.30am

Coaches: Rachael, Melissa

Run Ambassador: Mel L

If youare new to run club, don’t forget to like us on Facebook where you will be able to see more training news, tips and advice.

Wednesday Welcome to New & regular FitBitch Runners

Whether you are a regular FitBitch runner, or a completely new to FitBitch (or to running), this Wednesday’s session is not to be missed.

It will be at Hove Lawns, adjacent to Hove Street South, at 7.30pm. Parking in King Alfred centre car park. We’ll be looking at biomechanics, technique and a pace run for Berlin runners.

This is also an opportunity to meet all three running coaches, Rachael, Kate and Melissa, as well as our team of running ambassadors, Tor, Karen, Melanie and er, Melanie.

Who, and what are, FB running ambassadors? They are women just like YOU. Most started as beginners with us, and have now run a few half marathons and even marathons between them.

They are now part of our friendly crew, who are here to help YOU on Sunday runs. They will use their experience to help you run that extra mile, or up that hill, when everything in your brain is telling you to stop.

Why are they qualified? Because they’ve been there and done it – muscles screaming, lungs on fire , but they’ve got up that hill, and overcome that obstacle. (Plus, they have all been trained at our Running School).

This is also an opportunity to discuss up coming training packages for forthcoming events, and our run specific training, for those who have entered other races and want to ensure they get the right type of training.

Want to know what we’ve got lined up, and which package/race might suit you? Read on…

Our training packages include:

Friston Forest 10k, Sunday June 24th. Who is this best for? Beginners who want to train to 10k, and those who can already run 10k who want to focus on speed, and tackling hills. (Scan down our blog posts for training package costs).

Brighton Trail Blazer, 10km Trail Race, Sunday 29th July. Who is this best for? Everyone and anyone who wants to explore the Downs on a beautiful sunny morning. If you miss the Friston Forest package, join us for this.

Firle 7mile and Half Marathon, September 30th. Who is this best for? Beginners who want to train to 7miles, and those who have tackled BlueBell and Friston Forest who want to take on a half marathon. (package prices to come).

Rise The Undercliff Run for Women, October 7th. Who is this for? Everyone but particularly beginners as it is a flat route (although not necessarily wind-free!) and all for women.

Royal Parks Half Marathon, October 7th. Who is this best for? Anyone looking for a  half marathon challenge. That said, it’s sold out so you need to sign up for a charity if you want to do this.(package prices to come)

Fun in the Sun! Lake Garda 15k (less than 10miles) and Marathon, October 14th. Who is this best for? Anyone who wants a rewarding holiday with a group of like minded women!

Also for those who want to go beyond 10k, but don’t want to spend the summer putting in miles for a half marathon.(15k is just under 10miles) Plus our more experienced runners who would really like to smash their PBs by working on speed.

Er, and those who have got the marathon bug, or want to pop their marathon cherry! (package prices to come).

Run Specific Training geared to the following:

South Downs Half Marathon, Sunday 9th June. Who is this best for? Those who are already up to 10miles, who want to focus on building distance and mastering hills.

Spartan Super Sprint,  Redhill, Sunday July 22nd. Who is this best for? Those who just want to get fit and don’t want to run miles (it’s only 3miles) and for the seasoned FitBitch runner who wants to add a different element to training – you’ll be amazed at how obstacles change your running experience!

North Devon Half Marathon, Sunday 24th June. Who is this best for? As above

Whether you are part of our club, a complete beginner, returning to running or just want to be part of a friendly, sociable and inspirational women’s running revolution, NOW is the time!

Please comment here if you are coming, and tell us which runs you are interested in. Don’t worry, commenting here is no obligation!

See you on Wednesday, rain, shine, wind or snow!

FitBitches at the Brighton Half Marathon – are you ready to join?

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Congratulations to all our the incredible FitBitches who ran this weekend’s Brighton Half Marathon. If you’re reading this and thinking, ‘Ooh, yes but they’re proper runners. I couldn’t do that.’

They are all runners, but around half of they started from not being able to run 5k. And they have got to where they are now, not through blood and tears but with laughter and new-found friends.

If you want to train with us and transform your running or experience of running, now is the time to join us. We’re training for 10ks, (BlueBell Run, April 29th), Half Marathon, 25ks and Brighton Full Marathon.

Drop in for training either Wednesday or Sunday, or pay for a package of runs and a training plan. We are a women’s running group but we focus on the individual.

And special mention must be given to Elsbeth Hayde for her genius cut off tights to keep her arms warm. And the attention to detail from Belinda Muir. The new wait listed Chanel nail varnish to match her sunglasses (she said it wasn’t deliberate. Yeah, yeah).