WeEKLY TRACK WORKOUTS

[Note: Track workouts have now ended for 2024 but we expect to start them again in March or April 2025.]

Weekly Track Workouts will continue on Wednesday evenings through Wed, Nov 20 at Hurrell Field in Glen Ridge starting at 6:30pm. We suggest you arrive early to complete an easy 10 minute jog to warm up prior to the workout. You should also plan to cool down after each workout.

Note: Runners are encouraged to bring a headlamp or light as it gets dark early now and there is very limited lighting on the track.

These workouts are offered as a free benefit to all ERC members and we would encourage everyone to try them no matter what pace you run. Non-members are welcome to attend one free session prior to joining the club.

Paul Kartanowicz (Coach PK) will will be back as our coach and will design the workouts to help keep you motivated and ready to race whether you’re new to running or a seasoned veteran. Coach PK is a certified USATF Level II endurance coach, one of the top coaches in the area and the current head track and field coach at Glen Ridge High School.

You should plan to wear a digital watch for the workouts so you can keep track of your splits (GPS watch is preferred). You should know your current / goal pace for the 5K and for other distances to help you determine the best pace for your workouts. Coach PK suggests using the free McMillan running calculator at www.mcmillanrunning.com to ensure you are running at the correct pace for each workout.

Liz Castillo will be coordinating the workouts with Coach PK and posting the details for each workout on Facebook each week so you can complete them at your own convenience any time during the week if you are unable to attend the workout in person or would prefer to do them on your own. Please contact Liz if you have any questions.