| Dear *****, |
What a Thanksgiving Day! Many thanks to everyone who
joined us at our first Hot To Trot 5K/10K Race. There were 985
registrants . . . unbelievable! Special thanks to our major
sponsors Mercy Health Partners and New Balance. From the food
drive we were able to donate several boxes to Sister Martha's Food
Pantry. Mark your calendar for next year's
event.
Getting ready for Christmas? Have you been
making your list and checking it twice? So have we! With
winter weather taking over, we have picked out some fun and
practical gifts that will please anyone on your list!
Check out our 12 Days of Christmas Shopping deals. Every day
from Dec 13th to Dec 24th we will have a special deal at the
store.
Lastly, take time this holiday for yourselves
and your families. When I think about Christmas past, I
remember most the moments shared with loved ones. The most
precious gift you can give is yourself.
Train smart, live well, and make a
difference.
-
Shahin |
Holiday
Lights Run
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Holiday Lights Run & Walk
When:
Thurs, Dec 17th at 6:00pm
Where: Fleet
Feet Sports Cost:
Free
Join us for a fun and festive
Holiday Lights Run & Walk. The Thursday night run/walk
group will take a tour of holiday lights in the
neighborhoods.
We encourage caroling by those who can carry a
tune while running or walking. There is also a rumor that
Santa and his reindeer might make an appearance!.
Come in the
store for:
 hot chocolate & tasty holiday treats,
free Christmas wrap,
12 Days of Christmas Shopping
deal
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Gift
Cards
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Gift Cards Available
For that special friend or loved one who you would like to buy
a great gift, but don't know their size or what color to
choose?
A Fleet Feet Sports Gift Card is the
perfect FIT.
Cards can be purchased in any denomination
Cards can be redeemed at any Fleet Feet Sports location
Remaining balance stays on the card for the next visit
Card balances can be checked online with
card number
Special offer for the holiday
season...
Free gift with the
purchase of any gift card over $25.
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| In Store
Events |
 Dec 5: Cades
Cove Social Dec 10: Pub
Run Dec 17: Holiday
Lights Run Sept - Jan: Long Distance
Training - Half Marathon/ Marathon training, goal race
Disney Marathon
weekend |
Personal
Rewards
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Earn Reward Points As You
Shop!
Receive a $15 voucher for every $150 you spend
with us.
 No card to carry.
No sign up fees.
No club membership.
No minimum purchase.
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Twelve Days
of Christmas
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Click here for a
printable copy.
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Long
Distance Training Program
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 Are you're
looking to . . .
- take your running to the
next level,
- achieve a race distance you've
never run before, or
- have others to run
with as you train . . .
then come join our Long Distance training
program.
The goal of the program is to take
someone who is currently running 6 miles and help them finish a half
marathon or someone who is currently running 12 miles and help them
finish a marathon. The goal race is the Knoxville
Marathon/Half Marathon at the end of March.
Program
participants receive:
A complete 12-week training program
and calendar with detailed workouts
Weekly coach led training sessions
with hydration provided
Series of seminars on topics such as
injury prevention, nutrition, and stretching
Weekly e-mail from the coach with
tips, advice and motivation/encouragement
E-mail support - the coach will answer
individual questions regarding training and running related issues
Weekly Group Runs available from Fleet
Feet Sports
Technical fiber shirt & water
bottle - valued at $30
Questions? Check our website,
send us an email, call
the store (865)675-FEET, or
attend the Orientation
Meeting to learn more:
When:
Tuesday, Dec 29th at 6:00pm
or
Monday, Jan 4th at 5:30pm
Where:
Fleet Feet Sports
Ready to
Sign Up? Download the application
form, fill it out and bring it to the
store.
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Holiday Gift
Ideas
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Sweaty Bands are made for
women and girls who still want to look put together while they are
dripping with sweat! They are the ultimate exercise and sport
headband. And, just like potato chips, you can't just have one
Sweaty Band!
 
Mizuno's Breath Thermo
apparel or accessories. The unique thermal material absorbs moisture
from the body and converts it into heat via a complex chemical
exchange. Ask for a demonstration to see for yourself!
Timex Ironman
Sleek 150-Lap Watch with TapScreen Technology allows you to work
your watch by tapping the screen. Without buttons to push, there's
no fumbling with your watch allowing you to monitor your performance
without breaking stride.
Hats, gloves and mittens -- these
work well for the runner or walker in your life! These items
are also great for folks who brave the cold weather to walk
their dogs, etc.
 Give the Gift of
Running. Our No Boundaries Begin
to Run Training Program has helped many people start an active
lifestyle. No Boundaries is a coached, 12 week program
designed to prepare participants to complete a 5K race. Each session
includes both run and walk/run groups. The next session starts in
February. If you know someone who would benefit from beginning an
active lifestyle in a supportive, educational, fun and
non-intimidating environment, a No Boundaries Gift Certificate would
be the perfect gift.
 The Stick or Foam Roller are great
gifts to help your favorite runner pamper him/herself. Both help to
work out kinks and muscle stiffness.
 We have a lot of great
stocking stuffers for the runner, walker, and fitness enthusiast on
your list: ornaments, stickers, chocolate mint GU, night lights,
Balega sock gift pack, water carriers, etc....
Come in
and let us help you find the right
gift. |
| At the
Races |
  1st Pub Run (Nov 11, 2009)
We have
started a Pub Run once a month. Several of our Thursday night
running group met for a 3 to 5 mile run, then headed over to Irish
Times to socialize. The first of many to come, join us one
night.
Buddy's 5K (Nov 15,
2009)
Great cause . . . great race. Thousands were out
supporting this race. Even with the unseasonable warm weather,
everyone enjoyed themselves. Check out the race results here.
 Oak
Ridge Half Marathon (Nov 21, 2009)Several folks from
our current and past training programs ran in the half: Robin
Auerbach, Matt Casey, Tom Clary, Tim Ford, Eva Freer, Jamie King,
Wayne Lambert, Sharon Rivers, Charlotte Sorensen, and Eleanore
Womac. For some it was there first half marathon, for others
they set a PR. Congratulations to everyone! Check out the
race results here.  Hot to Trot 5K/10K (Nov 26,
2009)The first annual Hot To Trot race started off on
a beautiful day! Congratulations to everyone that came out to
race. Special kudos to our No
Boundaries - Begin to Run training program
participants. It is amazing to watch people who never dreamed
they could complete 3 miles cross that finish line! You
inspire us to continue living the dream. Check out the race
results here.
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Coach's
Corner - Running In the Dark
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Running
in the Dark
For some of us, running
in the dark is a necessity. The manufacturers of technical apparel
and accessories have gone a long way to provide us with 360 degree
reflectivity, high number of candle power on our apparel and
footwear, blinking lights for better visibility or better sight.
There is more to running in the dark than just technical
gear. Common sense that may only come about from experience of
running in different "visibility-challenged" conditions. Here are my
top favorite tips for running in the dark:
1. Wear reflective clothing or accessories so you
are visible. Make it 360 degrees. The more the better. Why it works:
material products use a technology known as retroreflection. It
helps the eye perceive light in low-light conditions. In more
scientific terms, retroreflection
occurs when light rays are returned in the direction from which they
came. A large amount of reflected light is returned directly
to the original light source, such as a car's headlights. Since very
little light is scattered when the light is returned,
retroreflective materials appear brightest to an observer located
near the original light source.
2. Have flashing lights on the front and back,
preferably a white light in the front and a red one in the back. The
idea is to let them see you are coming and see that you are
ahead.
3. Have a cap with a lengthy visor. When
running towards a light, the more upright posture you maintain, and
the lower you keep your hat, the better your sight is. There is
nothing worse than the "deer in a headlight" look that you get when
those brights hit your eyes.
4. When you run in the dark your sense of balance
shifts due to a loss of peripheral vision, so select routes that
don't have a lot of obstacles. This makes sure you don't trip or
worse yet jar a joint. Falling is bad but so is jamming a joint as
you step off a 6" or 8" platform.
5. Select routes that have limited traffic or good
sidewalks. Moving obstacles are worse than stationary
ones.
6. Run with a partner. Running with friends at
night helps gets you out of the door when you might prefer to
stay on the sofa, and it ensures you're safer than if you were
pounding the pavements alone.
7. If running on a sidewalk, try to have the
traffic to your back. If running on the road, then try to have the
traffic facing you.
8. Your senses become more finely tuned when you
run in the dark, which means it easier to assess how you feel. Try
leaving your music at home for a change and use your night-time run
to give your full attention to both your surroundings and how your
body feels.
9. When in doubt, step off to a safe spot and wait
for any traffic to go by. It is not worth the contact. Never assume a driver
can see you! | |
Thurs. Dec 24th 10:00 - 5:00
