Count down to 7/1/07!!!                                                                                                          April 2007

LETTER FROM JUDY

Training program

WVR REGISTRATION

WVR INCENTIVE

WVR CAPTAIN'S CORNER
WALKING TIPS

OTHER WOW EVENTS

 

Letter from Judy

Hi there,

Spring and Summer always bring many wonderful events, providing us the opportunity

and motivation to get up, get outside and get walking!  Whatever your desire; 5K, 10K, marathon or team relay - there is an event for you.

In addition to the many events offered by Wonders of Walking, check out the clinics offered by Erofit and the 11th Annual Discovery Walk Festival or the 4th Annual Lacamas Lake 10 mile/5K Walk & Run.

Intimidated by a longer course?  First time participating in a walk event?  Looking to improve your time this summer?  Try the Wonders of Walking Training Program to help you attain your goal!


For a listing of opportunities, keep a close eye on our Events section at the right. 

Judy

PUT YOUR STEP TO THE TEST
Train to walk a 5K/10K/Half Marathon
May 6 - July 29

Our Spring Session Training Program begins May 6, 2007. Whether your goal is to walk

a 5K, a 10K, or a Half Marathon, this training program helps you cross the finish line.   

For full details, click here.

TIME IS RUNNING OUT - WVR EARLY REGISTRATION

Early registration for this year's Willamette Valley Relay ends on May 15, 2007!

Early registration fee is $775, registrations received after May 15 are $875.

Hurry and register for the Fourth Annual Willamette Valley Relay. 

Download a pdf registration form here.

Or, register online at www.active.com!

Now available in three different sizes:

Willamette Valley Relay 135 miles
New WVHalf Relay 73.5 miles
New WV10K Walk/Run 6.2 miles

TIME IS RUNNING OUT - WVR INCENTIVE
Returning Teams Special Offer: Save 20% off your 2007 registration!

Special this year, we are offering a terrific discount opportunity for all returning teams!  If you bring in one NEW, fully paid team by May 15, 2007, your team will receive a 20% discount off your registration fee.  That’s a savings of $155!   

For full details, click here.

WVR CAPTAIN'S CORNER
Captain Tips for a successful relay!

As the race gets nearer, there are still some important tasks for the captain to complete. Below are a few tips to help in your success for this year's WVR!

Take a ride on the course! A course run is a very valuable piece of visual information. This event wanders through small towns, cities, country roads. Taking a practice ride along the course helps for you to become familiar and reduce the chance for getting lost.

To read the entire list of tips, click here.

For the most up to date information on this year’s event, bookmark and visit http://www.wondersofwalking.com/event_wvr07.php

WALKING TIPS YOU CAN USE! 
Protecting your Feet - Foot care Tips

Did you know that the most important part of caring for your feet is choosing the right shoes for your feet?  Dr. Ray McClanahan of NW Foot & Ankle gives tips on protecting your feet in this article.  Read it here.

For many more walking tips and benefits, visit our WOW Benefits Section.

OTHER WOW EVENTS! 

Sisters Stride into Autumn 10K & 15K, September 23, 2007.

This fun trail walk is hosted by the Sisters Athletic Club in Sisters, Oregon . . .

the Jewel of Central Oregon. Registration is open, click here.

Pumpkin Caper 5K and new 10K, October 28, 2007.

Celebrate Fall with this brisk walk, costumes are optional!

For more information, click here.

WOW WALK CLUB IS ONE YEAR OLD AND 80 MEMBERS STRONG!

 

Join walkers of all levels, skills and goals coming together to support and motivate each other and have fun!

Visit us at REI - Portland, 1405 NW Johnson, every Saturday morning at 9:00 AM.

Enjoy many benefits with your membership:

  • Weekly group walk

  • A WOW Club T-Shirt

  • Weekly email tips
  • Retail discounts
  • Bi-annual group walk training session (TBA)
  • Discounts on WOW events
  • much more!

 

For more info, visit us online.

WALK TRAININGS, CLINICS AND SEMINARS AND OTHER EVENTS!

THE 11TH ANNUAL

DISCOVERY WALK FESTIVAL

Walking, biking and swimming events 

April 27-29 , 2007

Participate in just one event, or as many as you'd like!

For more info, click here.


LACAMAS LAKE

10mile/5K Walk & Run 

May 20, 2007

Fit Right Northwest is excited to present this scenic event

for the Fourth Year! 

For more info, click here.

BUDDY WALKS 

Buddy and his "dog mom" Susan are slower walkers, averaging about 17 minute miles.  Buddy walks are a great way to ease into a training program. Join Buddy and Susan on Thursday evening group walks at Fit Right NW. For more info, email judy@erofit.com.

12th ANNUAL NW REGIONAL RACEWALK RETREAT

May 18 - May 20

Join Philip Dunn, Judy Heller, Kelly Murphey-Glenn & John Hanan for hands-on training.

For more info, click here.

GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR STRIDE!

Nordic Walking Classes

Sunday, May 6

Class held at Grant Park Track. With Nordic Walking, you get a great workout - Distance and intensity can be adapted to weather, terrain, and your physical condition. To sign up, visit www.erofit.com.

Group Walk Trainings  

In Portland, or out of town! Grab your best walking buddies and schedule a Walk Training,

instruction provided by Erofit & Associates. 

For more information,

call 503-282-1677 or email judy@erofit.com.