TORBAY ATHLETIC CLUB has inspired many over the years to
take up the challenge. Would you like to be a runner?Whether
you want to run for health, fitness and weight loss,
competition, or fun, Torbay Athletic Club has got all the
expertise to help beginners get started. Learn about the
benefits of running & how to run properly.
MEMBERSHIP for Torbay Athletic Club + Torbay Tri Club First run is free
then £1 per session
until you decide to join.
Once you have joined our club, all running sessions will be free.
All Registered Member
of England Athletic
who have paid the additional £5 are entitled to a £2 discount at all affiliated running events.
Club Annual Membership
is from the 1st April is £25
+ £5 UK Fees (English
Athletics Registration). You will become a
first claim member to Torbay Athletic Club.
England Athletic Membership must be received
prior to 29th June, after which time all athletes will have their
registration terminated by them. (UK Fees - English Athletics New Ruling.)
Membership Fee
of £25/£30 is payable to Jenny Lister or Greg Fine. Cheque payable to Torbay
A.A.C. Please ensure all your details are correct. (address, email etc)
If you are already a member of another athletic club, you are more then
welcome to join Torbay Athletic Club as 2nd Claim. Joining fee is £12.50
AUTUMN TRAIL
The Autumn Trail has risen from the ashes. It
is to be held at the same venue over the same course (ish). I have
attached an entry form.
The Date for the race is... 10/10/10 @ 10:10 or
10th October 2010 @ 10:10am
TRAINING FOR THE STAGE 4 TOUR OF BRITAIN PRO RIDE on Sunday 8th August 2010
Five club Members cycled 64 miles along the South Devon Coast To hopes
cove. They
started in Torquay and headed out towards Dartmouth via the higher ferry
and continued along the coast road passing blackpool sands, slapton
sands and on to salcombe via the east portlemouth ferry. they enjoyed
lunch at hopes cove and then continue to kingsbridge before heading
back. great day had by all five!
Sun 5th September Stage 4 Tour of Britain
175km Pro Tour Ride
COACH
TRIP Sunday 26th Sept 2010 Taunton
10k Price £5 each
Subsidized by the club
Pay Tim Peters CLICK HERE >
more info RACE WEBSITEwww.taunton10k.co.uk
This really was excellent fun, canoeing 16 miles on
the
beautiful River Dart in two 12-seater Voyager
canoes. CLICK
ON LINK BELOW
TO VIEW PHOTOS
>Photos <
RAY & TESSA BBQ
Saturday 14th August 6pm
The BBQ at Plant World.
Fireworks and SPECIAL magic lanterns when it
gets dark!
Before you even head
out for a run, take a minute or two to do a safety
check. Are your shoes tied? Are you familiar with
your route? Does someone else know where you'll be
running? Once you start running, continue with the
safety checks. Make sure you're running off the road
or against traffic if you are on the road (so you
can see cars coming at you). Watch out for cracks or
bumps, or rocks and branches on your running path.
2. Dont run
alone at night or in isolated areas.
This may seem like a no-brainer, but don't run in
isolated areas, deserted streets, or overgrown
trails. Never run by yourself at night No matter how comfortable you
feel running alone, there's always more safety in
numbers. If you usually run solo, try to find
someone to run with or find a running group so
you'll have running partners. It's always smart to
carry a phone with you, especially when running
alone. If someone is verbally harassing you and you
feel threatened, call the police. Give them a
description of the harasser and where and when it
happened.
3. Always have identifica-tion on you.
Put your
driver's license and your medical insurance card (in
case you get injured) in your pocket or wear an ID
tag on your shoe. If you're wearing an ID tag or
bracelet, make sure it has an emergency contact
number on it. Whenever possible. Run with your
mobile phone, and it has your ICE (In Case of
Emergency) numbers saved. Many runners use running
belts to hold their ID and mobile phone
4. Limit your
distractions.
I know it's
tough -- maybe impossible -- for some of you to run
without music, but you really shouldn't use your
iPod or MP3 player for outdoor runs and during
races. Cutting off your sense of hearing means you
can't hear oncoming cars, cyclists, unleashed dogs,
or any other potential threat. Save your iPod for
your treadmill runs. And make sure you pay attention
to your surroundings.
5. Make sure you're
visible.No matter time of
day you're running, it's important that you're
visible, especially to drivers. Get in the habit of
wearing white or bright- clothes. When running in
the early morning, night, or dusk, make sure you
have reflective gear on. Although some items
(running shoes, jackets) already have reflective
pieces on them, it doesn't hurt to add more. A
reflective vest can be worn over any form of running
clothing and will definitely help drivers see you.
6. Trust your
instincts.
If you a location or
person makes you feel comfortable, trust your gut
feeling and run in the other direction or to a
nearby house.
Theres
always some idiot who comes along and yells out
something obnoxious "run forest" or "hey sexy!" as
you run past him (or her). Dealing with the
occasional obnoxious heckler is inevitable when you
run outside, especially for female runners. What to
do if someone starts verbally harassing you on the
run:
Keep running.
D
on't
stop and start screaming back at the heckler or make
a sign in the air. Although it may be tough to
ignore them, it's better to keep your distance and
continue moving.
RUN FOR YOUR LIFE
Four running facts speak for themselves. Running
in moderation is one of the best ways to stay in shape,
remain healthy and live longer.
Everyone knows that running is good for you, but just how
good it is.
Everyone can run for their life
1.Burns
fat Most sports and health experts agree
that running is a highly
efficient way of burning calories, and therefore losing
weight.
2.Beats
stress Thanks to the release of
hormones called endorphins that cause euphoria (runner’s
high), running has been shown to have numerous psychological
benefits. Indeed, it has long been recommended as a way to
cope with depression and many forms of addiction. In
studies,
runners are proven to be typically happier and less stressed
than those who do not exercise regularly.
3.Holds
back time Running can help to slow the aging process by
preventing muscle and bone loss. Because of the high-impact
nature of the sport our bones and muscles are stimulated to
grow and become stronger. In addition, running has also been
proven to promote the human growth hormone, which can
naturally keep us young. Statistical evidence reveals that
on average runners live longer.
4.Fights disease All exercise helps in the fight against such
illnesses as heart
disease and diabetes but running is particularly effective.
Running has been proven to reduce our risk of a stroke and
heart attacks by strengthening the heart’s muscles and
lowering blood pressure. Just 4 reasons to start running
AUGUST 2010
Sunday 1st August
TOTNES 10k
Saturday 7th August CORNWOOD
CHALLENGE 10k
Monday
9th August
SIDMOUTH FESTIVAL 10k
Wednesday 11th August ARMADA
5k SERIES
Saturday 14th
August
STICKLEPATH HORSESHOE FELL RUN 9.6 miles XC
Saturday
21st August
JURRASSIC COAST 10k
Sunday 22nd
August TORBAY 10K
Friday 27th August FOREST FLYER 5 miles
Saturday 28th August
DARTMOUTH REGATTA 5
Saturday 28th
August OKE CROAK 10+ miles
Monday 30th August PETER TAVY PLOD
5 miles
SEPTEMBER 2010
Saturday4th September
SALTRAM 5k
Sunday 5th
September
DARTMOOR DASH
PRINCETOWN 5 miles
Sunday 5th September
TORRINGTON BACK IN 5
Sunday5th September
TREGGY 7
LAUNCESTON7 miles
Wednesday 8th
September ARMADA 5k SERIES
Sunday 12th September
IVYBRIDGE BEACON CHALLENGE 7.5 miles
Sunday 12th September
PROBUS 10k CORNWALL
Sunday 19th September
DENES DOONE RUN
LYNTON 11.4 miles
Sunday 19th September
NEWTON ABBOT LADIES 10k
Sunday 19th
September
POLTIMORE POOTLE
Near EXETER 10.6k MT
Sunday
19th
September
TRURO HALF-MARATHON
Sunday 26th
September MUSBURY
CASTLE CHALLENGE
Nr AXMINSTER 7 miles MT
Sunday 26th
September
TAUNTON 10K
Club Coach Trip & Club Championship Race
OCTOBER 2010
Sunday 3rd October CHURSTON FLYER
5 miles
Sunday 3rd October BIDEFORD 10 MILE
Sunday 3rd October
NEWQUAY 10k
Sunday 3rd October TEIGN
VALLEY TODDLE CHRISTOW 10+ miles
Sunday 10th October
EDEN MARATHON
(& HALF MARATHON)
Sunday 10th October
SOUTH MOLTON STRUGGLE
7 miles MT
Sunday 17th October
DARTMOOR VALE HALF & FULL MARATHON & 10k
NEWTON ABBOT
Sunday 24th October
GREAT SOUTH RUN PORTSMOUTH 10 miles Sunday
Sunday 24th October THE
'ELLER
MILLBROOK, CORNWALL
10 miles
Saturday 30th October
SOURTON SCRAMBLE 6 miles
TRAINING October to May Tuesday & Thursday 630pm
The club will be starting
their winter training from the Rivera Centre.
Free Swim after training on Thursdays. Make
sure you collect your free pass from lifestyle before entering the pool.
TRAINING May to end of
September Tuesday & Thursday 630pm
The club will be based at Torre Valley North Sports Field.
The sport field is by Cockington School on Avenue
Road. The entrance is near Walnut Road side of field.
Entry level from walking to being able to run 5/6 miles
without stopping and at their own pace. Introduction to
running including what to wear, warming up /warming down,
simple stretches, basic drills and running technique. Target
two training runs a week.
LEVEL 2 IMPROVERS Tuesday & Thursday 630pm
Improver level. To run at this level you should be able to
run 5/6 miles easy without stopping and run the time trial
under 50 minutes Aim to improve speed and endurance. To
include longer runs and speed work. Training sessions up to
7/8 miles unlimited regroups. Target three training runs a
week
LEVEL 3 INTERMEDIATES Tuesday & Thursday 630pm
Intermediate level runners able to run 7/8 miles and be
competitive, run time trial 45 minutes or under. Steady
running with regrouping. Training sessions up to 10 miles.
Target three or four training runs a week.
Level for the stronger and experienced runner able to run
sub 40 minute time trail and racing from 10k to marathon.
Training sessions up to 11 miles regrouping in some sessions
when required. Target four or five training runs a week.
Advance, level only for the fit athlete able to handle hard
sessions of speed and endurance Training sessions up to 11
miles no regrouping. Target five or six training runs a
week.
WEEKEND SOCIAL RUNS NON COACHED SESSIONS Saturday & Sundays
Runs are organised by small groups of club
members who meet up for a long social run at a steady pace. There is no
coach. Details will be available soon.
TIME TRIALS All group levels First Tuesday of the month
After a warm up jog.
Time trail is usually on the 1st Tuesday of every month.
Time Trail starts from bus stop opposite Livermead
House Hotel heading to Paignton Green, 2 laps of the
green (anti clockwise) then heading back to Torquay
finishing on the headland at Corbyn Head. Distance 5.3 miles.
Slow job back to base.
JUNIOR
ATHLETIC Summer
Outdoor Training 8-16 year olds.
Starts from May every Tuesday & Thursday at 6.30pm at
the Torre Valley North Sports Ground.
£2
per session
JUNIOR
ATHLETIC Winter indoor Training 8-16 year olds
start from October every Friday evening at 7.00pm at
the Torquay Boys Grammar School Sports Hall. £2 per session
PEARSONS CUP Sunday 17th July
2010 CLICK HERE FOR >>
RESULTS &
PHOTOS
BRIXHAM LIGHTHOUSE
AQUATHON
600 or 2000 metre sea swim
followed by a 7.5 mile run Friday 23rd July 2010
Helen Dyke
Wins Brixham Aquathlon (long) Wins Plymouth Triathlon
Wins Rempstone Roast Mountain Bike Duathlon
2nd Cornwall Tor 103 miles Jason Mann
Wins Brixham Aquathlon (long)
Hadleigh Davies
Wins Brixham Aquathlon (short)
Gerald Barlow
3rd Brixham Aquathlon (short)
AWARDS NIGHT 31st October 2009
Pete Monaghan won Ron Taylor Cup
(Vet Male)
Adam Carlson
Sid Rowe Cup
for Club Champion win at Newquay 10k
He also won
Male Runner of the year
& 5000m track champion
Helen Dyke
Most outstanding performance of the year -
London Marathon
She also won
Female Runner of the year
& Club Champion
Lee Turner
Most Consistent athlete
Rose
Most Improved senior lady
Terry Moxhay
Marsdon Merit Trophy - Coaching the Wednesdays
level 1 Beginners group
Tim Peters
Most Improved male runner
Vernon
Life membership award
Wendy Urban
Brenda Peers Cup
(Vet Female)
Glynn Hughes
For level 1 coaching / helping junior coaching
Tessa Hearfield
Most Consistent Athlete
CLUB PHOTOS 2010
Teignbridge Ten
2009 Dartmouth Regatta 5miler
