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Group Runs Enlarge Photo Thursdays, between 1:30 PM – about 5:00 PM Meet at New York Road Runners, 9 E. 89^th St. Join Diana DiMeo and Phyllis Giarro for various runs in Central Park, length to be determined by the group. Pace is usually 10:00 to 11:00 minutes per mile. Afterwards they frequently go to dinner at Jackson Hole, Madison Ave. & 91^st St. Meet them at NYRR or contact Diana on her cell: 917-975-4704 * * * Saturday Mornings Enlarge Photo Meet: Barbara Curialle, Judith Koster, Susan O’Dell When: 7:00 AM Where: West Drive & 102^nd St. Transverse Route: Loops around Central Park, shorter or longer runs optional Pace: 10:00 to 11:00 minutes per mile Meet them - or contact Judith Koster on her cell 917-528-8939 - for great running and great conversation. * * * Mercury Masters Coaching Offerings By Donna Checkan For Summer Training, starting Thursday, July 1, 2010 see ATTENTION below * Coaching Philosophy: Each runner must improve in some discernable way. My focus is on form: efficient running maximizes available energy and reduces the risk of injury. Stretching is key to keeping muscles and joints in good health. Strength training is an essential supplement to run training. Effort days must be followed by recovery days. Proper nutrition will enhance your performance. Positive energy from the group and the coach are necessary for success, as individually defined. Workouts must push you, but must also be fun. Group safety is a priority. Professionalism from the coach and the participants is imperative. Running and walking are sports for a lifetime. Cross-training can enhance your performance. Each workout must have a purpose, and keep within the goals of the 10-week session/individual’s goals/philosophy of the team. Time must be respected – arriving on time and using time efficiently. Workouts must have a routine – consistent format, meeting time and meeting place. Feedback is encouraged, positive and constructive – this is the only way we grow. Effective communication between all parties in a coaching relationship is necessary for everyone’s success. Women need consistent, positive feedback. I am a coach, not an M.D. Physical, emotional and social needs are of equal value – the body, mind and spirit must be nurtured. Spring 2010 Schedule Schedule subject to change. Ten-week-session from April 08^th to June 10, 2010 (to be selected from 13 dates incl. 3 Saturdays) Thursday, April 08, 2010 (see details) Thursday, April 15^thor Saturday, April 17, 2010 (see details) Thursday, April 22, 2010 (see details) Thursday, April 29, 2010 (see details) Thursday, May 06^th or Saturday, May 08, 2010 (see details) Thursday, May 13, 2010 (see details) Thursday, May 20, 2010 (see details) Thursday, May 27, 2010 Cancelled due to coach’s surgery Thursday, June 03^rd or Saturday, June 05, 2010 dto. Thursday, June 10, 2010 dto. All participants must sign a Training Waiver Form (click here) prior to joining the workout(s). We meet each Thursday evening at 6:30 pm for a group stretch at NYRR, 9 East 89^th Street and return by 7:30 pm. We meet each Saturday morning (unless otherwise instructed) at 9:00 am for a group stretch at the American Youth Hostel Bldg., 891 Amsterdam Ave. at 103^rd Street, First Floor, Suite 108 (Ilana’s Studio) and return by 10:00 am. There is a ramp which takes you to the lobby entrance. Ask security how to get to # 108. Ilana will be there at 8:30 am to accommodate bags. The workout takes place in Central Park, mostly on soft surfaces. The workout is open to all team members regardless of pace. Since stretching is key to keeping muscles and joints in good health, each workout begins with a group stretch and form check, then ends with a group stretch. Purpose: To stay healthy, build team cohesion, nurture body/mind/spirit. The cost is $85 for the 10-week session. Or you can drop in for $10 whenever life allows you to. Please bring cash or a check payable to Donna Checkan. For additional information, contact: Donna Checkan, Mobile  917-416-4845 or e-mail: donnacheckan@gmail.com * ATTENTION (posted 06-22-2010) Due to Donna Checkan’s surgery, as an ALTERNATIVE until Donna is able to resume her coaching, Jerry Macari from Urban Athletics offered to open his Thursday evening group training to include Mercury Masters members at a discount price of $100 per 10 sessions. The group meets at 7:00 pm, leaving the Urban Athletic Store, 1291 Madison Ave. @ 92^nd Street. If you are interested, please contact Jerry beforehand, as he needs to get information from you prior to your signing-up. Jerry Macari: 212-828-1906 or e-mail: Jmacari@UrbanAthleticsnyc.com * * *