The "5K"

Lately I have been training for a 5K...I mean really train. I have done a ton of 5K before just for fun and laughs. Due to the lack of time, being a mom and running my own business, a 5K is a great race to train for that doesn't eat up all of your time.

How long is a 5K? A 5K is 3.1 miles. It doesn't seem that far until you try running for time. It then feels like you are sprinting for an eternity! I ran in the Cirque du Soleil 5K this morning at the Las Vegas Springs Preserve (great place to take the kids - check it out HERE). I was trying to get under 20 minutes which would put my mile times at 6:45 mile. I ran a 20:34 - taking 2 place over all for the women and 1 in my age category. I learned that I need to work hill sprints into my workouts! The course had a bunch of hills and I realized that I am not strong enough to hold my pace up the hills.
So how do you train for your first 5K? First, find one that you would like to run and SIGN UP! So many people wait then find every excuse not to do it. Once you have paid you are committed. Start by getting your mileage around 4 miles where you feel comfortable. Next, set a goal time that you want to finish the race. Then speed work, speed work, speed work!

I will be posting some speed work-outs this weekend. I have to run (not literally:)

Boot Camp Is Back

NEW OFFERS: (See pricing packages below)
Campers will have the opportunity to measure their success through before and after body fat testing and body measurements. ($30 see packages below) Body Fat testing/measurements are the best way to track your results.


Red Rock Adventure Boot Camp classes will be offered on Saturday’s. Classes will be 1 ½ hours. Last ½ of the class will be devoted to yoga. Classes will be at 8 -9:30 am at Calico Basin . ($25 per class see packages below) Participates can sign up just for Red Rock Adventure Boot Camp.
Class Dates: March 29, April 5, 12, 19

What is Boot Camp?
Fitness Boot Camp is a comprehensive high intensity 4 week weight and fat-loss program that incorporates: fitness instruction, resistance training, functional training, core work, speed/agility training and motivational training.

Boot camp classes are designed to burn fat, build and tone muscle, rev up your metabolism, lose weight, improve your fitness, save time and money and most importantly HAVE FUN!

What is I haven’t worked out in months or years?
Don’t fret. Boot Camp Fitness is for all fitness levels – whether you work out daily or hasn’t worked out since high school. All activities are structured so that you can choose the appropriate intensity for your fitness level.

Location, time, and days of the week
Gilcrease Park (Gilcrease and Hualapai) Classes are held at 6 a.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for one hour duration.

Here is a list of the boot camp dates:
March 21 – Body Fat Testing/Body Measurements (see packages below - special arrangements can be made if you can not make it on this date)
March 24
March 26
March 28
March 31
April 2
April 4
April 7
April 9
April 11
April 14
April 16
April 18
April 21 - MAKE UP CLASS
April 23 - Body Fat Testing/Measurements
Pricing

Package A:
Northwest Boot Camp Classes: 4 Weeks – 3 x per week
$180 ($15 per class)

Package B:
Northwest Boot Camp Classes: 4 Weeks – 3 x per week
Body Fat Test
Body Measurements (Before and After)
$210

Package C:
Northwest Boot Camp Classes: 4 Weeks – 3 x per week
4 Saturday Adventure Boot Camp and Red Rock
$280

Package D:
Northwest Boot Camp Classes: 4 Weeks – 3 x per week
Body Fat Test
Body Measurements (Before and After)
4 Saturday Adventure Boot Camp and Red Rock
$310

* Veterans refer a friend (new to boot camp) and receive a $20 discount on any package
* Red Rock Adventure Boot Camp classes can be purchased separately

Class Reservations
To reserve your spot in the class, email VO2 Fitness at mbrownfitness@yahoo.com one week prior to your program starting.

Payment
Payment for classes is due 48 hours prior to the start of your program to hold your spot. VO2 Fitness accepts cash, check and credit cards (through PayPal). If you will be paying by credit card, please email mbrownfitness@yahoo.com so VO2 fitness can issue an invoice.

Class Refund Policy


No refunds will be given on session purchases, with the exception that if you signed up for session held at a specific location, time and day, and we no longer offer that location, time and day, you will be offered a refund if you do not wish to sign up for an alternate session.

Weather Policy
Boot Camp class will take place rain or shine! Make sure to dress appropriately for the weather. Each camper will be allowed to make up on session at the end of the program. If the camper misses more than one class there will be no more make up sessions.

Class Minimum
Each program must have a minimum of 5 campers. If a group has fewer campers, special arrangements can be made (pricing will change per person).

What to bring/Wear
Please bring the following to each session:
Mat
Water Bottle
Towel
Comfortable athletic clothing
Running/Walking Shoes
Women 5-10 pound weights (NEW)
Men 8-12 pound weights (NEW)

Questions:
Please contact Vo2 Fitness at mbrownfitness@yahoo.com or (702) 279-8935 with any questions or concerns.