Running Program

Albuquerque Fit members are just like you. We each decided one day that we would like to get into better shape, to make new friends, and maybe run a half or whole marathon! Some of us are just starting an exercise program, others have been exercising for a while, and some are Boston Marathon qualifiers. But regardless of the specifics, we all share one common goal - to have fun.

Albuquerque Fit started in 2000 and has been succesful ever since. Our members join to train for the Duke City Marathon / Duke City Half Marathon, New Mexico Marathon, the Chicago Marathon…well, you get the picture.

If you want to make new friends, get into the best shape of your life, and maybe even run that marathon you've always dreamed about, or get in great shape, come out and join Albuquerque Fit. Ask previous members, this is a non-intimidating environment, and we really do motivate people to get fit, and have fun.

The general format of Albuquerque Fit is as follows:

• An organized training run each Saturday morning with a group of runners whose training pace is similar to yours.
• A seminar on training, stretching, nutrition or other related topic each Saturday before our run to help you learn the fundamentals of successfully improving your fitness.
• Lots of time for discussion with your group members and instruction from your coaches each week after the seminar and run.
• A schedule of training runs to be completed each week on your own, or if you choose, with other members of your group.
• Organized weekly speed training sessions once the group has built a sufficient training base to handle speed work safely and comfortably, about 5 weeks into the program.

Albuquerque Fit works because it follows the successful format of the USA Fit program, which has been refined and improved over the since 1989. The USA Fit programs have improved the health, fitness and wellness of thousands of people each year throughout the USA, Canada and around the world. Our Albuquerque Fit coaches are certified by USA Fit, and are CPR and Sports Safety trained. Each coach has successfully completed marathons themselves. Come out and join us and see for yourself.