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Get up and running: Reebok's Run Club for Marathon fans
Running a marathon is a goal that features on many people’s bucket list. But if you’re someone who doesn’t have a strong running base, you probably have no idea how to get that entry checked off your list.
Completing a marathon – or any considerable distance for that matter – requires lots of preparation, good advice and, most importantly, the right company to keep you motivated.
The Reebok Run Club has partnered up with Urban Energy Fitness to cater to the needs of running enthusiasts in Dubai. Whether you’re looking to run your first marathon, finish a 5k or are just searching for a group of runners to join, the Reebok Run Club sounds like a pretty good idea.
According to the Reebok Run Club, they achieved an 89 per cent success rate in their 5k race entry and an 88 per cent success rate in the 10k by people of all ages and abilities, many of who started their training programme as complete beginners.
With a talented and experienced team of trainers, including one of the fastest women in the UAE – ultra marathon runner Jane Khan – plus information on nutrition and health to keep runners performing at their best, the programme is one of the most comprehensive fitness and training packages in the UAE.
The club promises a supportive and fun environment where participants can forge friendships that only come from running together while getting the necessary motivation to reach their fitness goals.
Running classes are open to all abilities, and whether you are at the front of the field or running at the rear, a trainer will run every step of the way with you.
“We have three, five and eight month programmes on offer this season and people can chose a 5k, 10k, half or full marathon training package,” explains Laurence Arca Bathe, co-founder of Urban Energy Fitness.
“The programmes are tailored to people looking to race for the first time or to build their cardio-fitness and stamina to run the half and full marathons. We have recently expanded the Run Club to include 06:00 classes and more locations, as well as technique clinics and running strength clinics. We are even offering running classes for teens.
“So for anyone thinking about getting started in running, I would recommend they simply give us a call, or take a look at our website, www.urbanenergyfitness.com. We are a friendly team and will help them achieve the fulfilment and fitness levels running can bring.”
Registering for the running and marathon programmes provides unlimited classes, in five convenient locations across Dubai, as well as unlimited ‘run strength’ training classes, monthly breakfast meetings to exchange health tips and share advice, weekly informative emails on nutrition, injury prevention and performance, a pasta night prior to each race day and a great Reebok goodie bag worth Dh500 to get you started.
Prices start from Dh1,200 for a three-month 5k/10k running programme which includes entry to the Dubai Women’s Run. All programmes begin on September 1 and people registering before August 15 will receive a 10 per cent discount.
What: Reebok Run Club in partnership with Urban Energy Fitness
Where: Barsha, Arabian Ranches, Safa Park, Marina Mall, Palm Jumeirah
When: All programmes start September 1
Cost: Starts from Dh1,200, 10 per cent discount for registrations prior to August 15
Contact: Send your email to info@urbanenergyfitness.com or call +971 (0) 55 886 9158
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