Fall 50K Ultra Training — Frederick
First Run
Wednesday, June 28, 2023Start Time
6:00 pmTraining Runs
Every Wedensay Every SundayStart Time
6:00 pm 7:00 am
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Coach: David Welch
David ran his first race at the 2004 Edinburgh, Scotland 10K and his first marathon in Barcelona, Spain in 2006 but it wasn’t until moving to Frederick in 2011 that he began racing more regularly. It was also in Frederick where David discovered ultra running, completing his first Catoctin 50K in 2013. He has since completed over 35 ultra distance races, including seven 100-mile races.
David began coaching in 2015, after receiving his RRCA coaching certification. Since then, he has coached athletes of all abilities training for 5K PRs to 200 mile races, last person standing backyard ultras, and everything in between. But his passion lies with helping runners conquer ultra distance races, particularly those on the beautiful trails of Frederick.
In addition to his coaching certification, David has a Ph.D. in Plant Molecular Biology, a certificate in plant-based nutrition, and is currently Chief Scientific Officer and Co-founder at Synthesis Capital, an investment manager created to transform our food system through food technology.
Virtual Training
All groups will provide virtual training resources, but if you would like to sign up for the totally virtual training option, please select that in the drop down below when registering.
Sponsored by Altra
Description
At Charm City Run our goal is to safely train runners towards reaching their goals of finishing your first ultra, achieving PR and everything in between. The power of the group atmosphere makes the journey fun and enjoyable while encouragement from your coaches makes the long runs much easier.
Each group will meet twice a week for 16 weeks for runs and learn about hydration, trail running, easy runs, recovery runs, hydration, nutrition, injury prevention and much more along the way. Weekday runs will consist of hills and track workouts. Weekend morning runs will be trail runs at local parks, unless weather forces us to stay on the roads.
Our fall ultra group will start on July 8th and train for Patapsco Valley 50K & 25K on October 21st, or any other ultra in the same time frame.
Requirements
To safely meet your goal of the 50K, we do ask that you have completed at least one marathon distance and have a strong base level of trail running under your belt. Trail running experience is a plus. Are you not sure if you meet these requirements? Don’t worry, ask the coach at your location on the information night.
What To Expect
WHAT TO EXPECT
- Supported group runs and workouts twice a week with planned routes, refreshments and companionship
- Weekly training plans.
- Access to expert coaching services and advice
- Altra training premium
- Gait analysis with footwear recommendations
- 10% store discount at Charm City Run
- 15% Charm City Run owned race discount
- Nutrition, gear and injury prevention education
Questions
Do you have a question about our training programS? Email our training director, Kelly Maurer, at kellym@charmcityrun.com and we will get back to you with more information..
Fall 50K Ultra Training — Frederick
First Run
Wednesday, June 28, 2023Start Time
6:00 pmTraining Runs
Every Wedensay Every SundayStart Time
6:00 pm 7:00 am
Sponsored by Altra
Description
At Charm City Run our goal is to safely train runners towards reaching their goals of finishing your first ultra, achieving PR and everything in between. The power of the group atmosphere makes the journey fun and enjoyable while encouragement from your coaches makes the long runs much easier.
Each group will meet twice a week for 16 weeks for runs and learn about hydration, trail running, easy runs, recovery runs, hydration, nutrition, injury prevention and much more along the way. Weekday runs will consist of hills and track workouts. Weekend morning runs will be trail runs at local parks, unless weather forces us to stay on the roads.
Our fall ultra group will start on July 8th and train for Patapsco Valley 50K & 25K on October 21st, or any other ultra in the same time frame.
Requirements
To safely meet your goal of the 50K, we do ask that you have completed at least one marathon distance and have a strong base level of trail running under your belt. Trail running experience is a plus. Are you not sure if you meet these requirements? Don’t worry, ask the coach at your location on the information night.
What To Expect
WHAT TO EXPECT
- Supported group runs and workouts twice a week with planned routes, refreshments and companionship
- Weekly training plans.
- Access to expert coaching services and advice
- Altra training premium
- Gait analysis with footwear recommendations
- 10% store discount at Charm City Run
- 15% Charm City Run owned race discount
- Nutrition, gear and injury prevention education
Questions
Do you have a question about our training programS? Email our training director, Kelly Maurer, at kellym@charmcityrun.com and we will get back to you with more information..
Share With Friends
Coach: David Welch
David ran his first race at the 2004 Edinburgh, Scotland 10K and his first marathon in Barcelona, Spain in 2006 but it wasn’t until moving to Frederick in 2011 that he began racing more regularly. It was also in Frederick where David discovered ultra running, completing his first Catoctin 50K in 2013. He has since completed over 35 ultra distance races, including seven 100-mile races.
David began coaching in 2015, after receiving his RRCA coaching certification. Since then, he has coached athletes of all abilities training for 5K PRs to 200 mile races, last person standing backyard ultras, and everything in between. But his passion lies with helping runners conquer ultra distance races, particularly those on the beautiful trails of Frederick.
In addition to his coaching certification, David has a Ph.D. in Plant Molecular Biology, a certificate in plant-based nutrition, and is currently Chief Scientific Officer and Co-founder at Synthesis Capital, an investment manager created to transform our food system through food technology.
Virtual Training
All groups will provide virtual training resources, but if you would like to sign up for the totally virtual training option, please select that in the drop down below when registering.