Brainsport Times Nov. 14, 2018

We're pleased to announce the PatTrick course is returning to the Brainsport Running Academy starting later this month. This unique course is led by longtime coach Pat Somerville, who is here to talk to us today about it.

Before we get to our conversation with Pat, all the best to everyone participating in the Gingerbread Run this weekend - good luck catching that speedy Gingerbread Man!

Q&A with Pat Somerville

Tara: A lot of our readers will be familiar with your coaching, but for those who aren't can you tell us about yourself?

Pat: For those who don’t know my coaching style; sign up...you will be shocked by how you progress. They will also be able to find themselves surrounded by a group of like-minded athletes that love not only the sport; but athletes that want to persevere and improve as well as share their knowledge and love of the sport.

Tara: What makes this course unique to other Brainsport Running Academy courses?

Pat: Anyone who has been in the Brainsport Academy knows that it can be as challenging as one makes it. What sets this one apart is that it is a 41-week program that will allow participants to push themselves beyond their known limits. I design a program that is adaptable to the participants’ level of running ability; they may choose to do as little or as many of the workouts that are scheduled.


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Brian Pierce (left), Dennis Furniss, and Colin Chovin ran the New York City Marathon earlier this month after completing our most recent PatTrick course at the Brainsport Running Academy. Photo supplied

Tara: What is your goal with participants of the course?

Pat: My goal for the athletes is to enjoy themselves while running. However more importantly they will find that they personally will set their own goals that they want to achieve over the 41-week period.

Tara: What do you have to say to those who are on the fence about signing up?

Pat: To Anyone on the fence, I say ‘try it.’ You will love the group atmosphere and push yourself harder than you would running by yourself.

Tara: Is there anything else you would like to add?

Pat: Not that I want to turn runners away but a person interested in this clinic should be capable of running a minimum of one hour consistently to be able to fit into this clinic comfortably.

Our plan is set into three phases. One phase ends with the Brainsport Brainfreeze; the next phase ends with the Boston Marathon or Saskatchewan Marathon (full/half). The half/full Marathon. The final phase will end with the Queen City Marathon, Berlin Marathon, or Chicago Marathons.

Upcoming Events

Brainsport Running Academy

Back by popular demand, the 2018/19 installation of the PatTrick run clinic will start on November 27th. Coach Pat will help focus your training and drive you towards your race goals in 2019! This clinic will be on Tuesday evenings at 6 p.m. at Brainsport. There are currently two ways to participate in this clinic with additional options coming in 2019.

PatTrick - 41 weeks
This clinic will run continuously for 41 weeks preparing you for the Brainfreeze (March), the SK Marathon (May), and the Queen City Marathon (September). Signing up for the full 41 weeks is also the best deal: save 25% on the clinic fees by signing up for the41 week option.

PatTrick - 14 weeks
If you are looking for a smaller commitment, there is also a 14-week option. Same great coach, same great training! This 14-week program will run until February 26 and prepare you for the Brainfreeze in March.

Follow the links on the Brainsport website https://brainsport.ca/events/, or register at https://raceroster.com/events/2018/19786/brainsport-run-academy-2018.

Breath Move Be Yoga for Athletes

Breathe Move Be is offering a Yoga for Athletes course starting on Nov. 15 and going until Dec. 20 at Midwest Karate. Pre-register for $85. Drop-in spots will be made available for $18 when space is available. For more information and to register contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

6th Annual Lighten Up Fun Run 

Get out your bells, and battery-op l.e.d. lights. On Dec. 16, decorate yourself for a fun run at the start of winter. Hot beverages and dainties post-run will once again be provided by D'lish.

There's no fee, no registration - just come out and have some fun! Bikes, well-behaved dogs, strollers welcome. For more information click here. 

Gingerbread Run Volunteers Needed



Brainsport's Gingerbread Run is back again this year in support of SaskAbilities! Though this event is sold out, you still have an opportunity to get in on the action on November 18 as a volunteer. For more information and to sign-up contact Lisette - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
 

Transition Sport & Fitness Triathlon Training

Transition's Fall Triathlon Training program runs from November 6 to December 22. The program includes three coached group workouts a week, as well as weekly coach's emails, monthly clinics on topics such as equipment, clothing, nutrition and injury prevention, a guaranteed spot in the winter tri program, and a super supportive environment for newbies and experienced triathletes alike. Limited spots left. To learn more go to www.transitionsportandfitness.ca

Special Olympics Youth Program


Registration is now open for the 2018 Fall session of the Special Olympics youth programs! The Active Start Program (ages 2-7) and FUNdamentals program (ages 7-12) will run Thursday evenings from September 20 to December 6. To register click here. 


Product of the Week

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Thanks for reading the Times this week. 

Gotta run,
Tara