Charlottesville 10 Miler

Quick-hit Thoughts with Pat After the Charlottesville 10 Miler

Quick-hit Thoughts with Pat After the Charlottesville 10 Miler

The 10-miler was the first time in 3-years that I have stepped on a starting line and felt good about my fitness. There have been many factors that led to that . . . The Charlottesville community as a whole has just been so conducive to fitness and running. This is a super active community that is full of people who have welcomed me and helped me get back into the swing of things.

Breaking 5:00, Part II

Breaking 5:00, Part II

Pat’s instructions called for me to hit 40 seconds per 200 during the hard intervals in the first set, take four minutes rest, then resume and aim for 38-40 seconds on the hard intervals. The first set I was dead on the pace, knocking out between 39-41 seconds per lap on every hard 200. After the break I came back and hit 36 seconds and change on the first interval. Blazing. A little too blazing.  That extra two seconds per 200 had me breathing much heavier and feeling “that feeling” in my obliques.

Climbing the Ladder Part IV: Unbridled Success

Climbing the Ladder Part IV: Unbridled Success

 When I passed mile marker one at 6 minutes and 50 seconds, feeling strong, I knew that I was well positioned to meet my goal.  As the pack thinned in the succeeding miles, I concentrated on my form.  On the climbs, I could hear in my head the familiar refrain from Formula: "knees up, toes up."

Success Story: Wendy Harper

Success Story: Wendy Harper

As I was improving my strength and endurance, their guidance in the classes made me realize that I also needed to work on my form and my focus. Within one month I was participating in up to 5 classes each week. 4 months later I feel like I've gone back to the person I was years ago, when running and exercise made me feel confident, fit, and energized rather than exhausted and unhealthy. 

Climbing the Ladder: Ken Begins Life with Formula

Climbing the Ladder: Ken Begins Life with Formula

It only took a few steps on the Woodway to convince me that it was not your ordinary treadmill. It is nice to be able to do speed work in a controlled and predictable environment . . . I was impressed that the Woodway provides a much gentler impact than any other medium I have run on, including my preferred surface, dirt.  That seems particularly beneficial when ramping up the speed.

Life on the Run: A Conversation with Formula Founder Jason Dunn

Life on the Run: A Conversation with Formula Founder Jason Dunn

 I know what it takes help someone get fit, I understand what is necessary to work towards that end in a manner that will minimize the risk of injury, and I believe in the model we have established to provide an ideal balance of cardiovascular work with a functional strength foundation that leads to overall fitness.  While I have stepped away from the collegiate setting, I will always be a coach and I look forward to working with all those aspiring to better themselves - young or old, elite or novice.  

Leveling Up: A Conversation with Formula Founder Ann Dunn on Training for (and winning) the Charlottesville Ten Miler

Leveling Up: A Conversation with Formula Founder Ann Dunn on Training for (and winning) the Charlottesville Ten Miler

Moving to Charlottesville has definitely helped me discover a love for training again; we have the best places to run and I have made so many new friends through running. Jason pushed me to sign up for the 10 Miler and I'm so glad he did.