* These are not official land practices.  I will only schedule 1 or 2 weeks at a time, so check the website for the schedule.  For now, I will coordinate these only until the Austin event.  

These optional group runs are a fun way to see fellow paddlers during the week, and keep up with training between water practices. Running/jogging builds endurance and aerobic fitness, which helps during long water practices and, most importantly, during a race.

Dragon boat racing relies on a combination of strength and endurance. Good muscle (anaerobic) strength gets those heavy dragon boats moving fast during race starts. Good endurance (aerobic) helps you give 110% all the way to the finish line! :)

The run will be an easy, steady pace. Don't worry if you need to take walking breaks - you won't be left on your own. Afterwards, there will be some short core exercises targeting the back, leg, shoulders and abs. Since we pull with our shoulders/backs/legs during the compression, a strong core will help put more power behind each stroke.

Location: Memorial Park stretching area, next to the Tennis Courts.

Monday:

• 3 mile run
• Easy, steady pace ~ 11 min/mile average.
• After the run, a few core strengthening exercises
• Bring a towel, yoga mat or something similar to stretch out on.

Wednesday:

• Choice of 3 or 6 mile run. We'll take a water break after the first loop (~ 3 mi). Those interested in 6 miles will start a second loop.
• Easy, steady pace ~ 11 min/mile average.
• Maybe some speed intervals starting at mile 5
• After the run, a few core strengthening exercises
• Bring a towel, yoga mat or something similar to stretch out on.

- Open to paddlers from any category (recreational, competitive, permiere). You do not have to be a Houston Heat member.

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