Orange Group (10:00-11:30min/mile)
Get Fit Atlanta ~ The Orange Group ~ 10:00-11:30 min/ mile
Get Fit Atlanta ~The Orange Group~ 10:00-11:30 min/mile
The Orange Group is designed to address the needs of those runners looking to run 10:00-11:30min/mile pace. It is suitable for anyone looking to run marathons in the 4:30-5:15 range. This group is one of the larger of the GetFit-Atlanta training groups. The Orange Group is a very friendly and social group that encourages and motivates each other to reach their individual goals. The camaraderie and friendship is evident from the very first run of the season. Being in the “middle of the pack” for marathon times our goal is to help each Orange Group Member realize their potential and move out of their comfort zone as they build their strength and running endurance. As is also the case for the rest of GetFit-Atlanta, the approach of the Orange Group is to use the first part of the season to build a good, solid base. As the mileage increases week-by-week we focus on form and controlled running. The group will run together during the long runs beginning at the 11:30 pace while picking up the pace throughout the long run so that the members can train to run a negative split at their race. As the season progresses we build on this base by adding speed work on the track and tempo runs. This helps develop additional strength and aerobic capacity to sustain a faster pace for a long period of time. We know this approach works because we have the evidence to back it up. Many former Orange Group members have stepped up to the Blue Group at a faster pace and some members are now running at the Red Group pace. Members of the Orange Group (also known as the Orange Road Warriors) consistently improve their marathon times with minimal to no risk of injury. The Orange Group is coached by Cherie Eason, with the assistance of Jennifer Doyle, Teesha McCrae and Cindy Hannafey.
