Run For Your Life

New Training Class Just for Kids!

jenni-walker — Wed, 09 May 2012 14:08:51 +0000

This summer RFYL-University will be hosting a mini-camp for middle school kids in 6th-8th grade. Teaming up with *Michelle Larson, this camp will help your child gain skills in speed, agility, dynamic stretching and injury prevention. This will be a great opportunity for your young athlete to stay “ahead of the game” this summer.

Location: Run For Your Life-University (1816 East Arbors Drive)

Dates: Tuesdays/Thursdays – June 12, 14, 19, 21

Time: 9:00-10:30AM

Cost: $45 for all 4 classes

Registration is due by Monday, June 4, and space is limited. Sign up today!

For Questions or to register, email Michelle at michelle@xsvlyfit.com.

*Michelle Larson is a competitive triathlete and marathoner. She is a certified personal trainer through the American Council of Sports Medicine, and is a Level 1 Coach through USA Track & Field. Michelle also serves as the Head Coach at Hickory Grove Christian for the Middle and High School Cross Country team.

Montrail Trail Run – May 1

jenni-walker — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 21:42:39 +0000

University City RFYL is hosting another Montrail Trail run on Tuesday, May 1 at Reedy Creek Park. Meet at 6:30pm in the first shelter on the left. Come out and try some of Gatorade’s newest products AND try out some … Continue reading →

Apply for a 2012 Grand Prix Series Scholarship by 4/27

jenni-walker — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 21:34:42 +0000

Are you or do know someone who is unemployed or facing another financial hardship? We are offering two free entries to the 2012 Grand Prix Series thanks to an anonymous donor and a matched donation from RFYL. Send your story and contact information to registration@runforyourlife.com with subject line “Reason Why I Should Be Comped” by noon on Friday, April 27.

USA FIT 2012 Registration Open

jenni-walker — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 14:16:46 +0000

USA FIT 2012 registration is open. Regular price is $125 for new members and $100 for returning members.

Half and full marathon training will kick off June 9 and last for 22 weeks
Questions? Visit the below websites, or email Justin@runforyourlife.com (Dilworth or Piper Glen training) or chriselk@runforyourlife.com (University training)

www.usafitcharlotte.com (Dilworth and Piper Glen Groups)
www.usafitnorthcharlotte.com (North Charlotte / University Group)

Mothers Morning Out Running Class

jenni-walker — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 13:33:56 +0000

Mothers Morning Out running class is back!
Run For Your Life-University. It’s FREE!
Thursdays from 9:30am – 10:30 am beginning April 19
-If you have a little one in a jogging stroller, this group is for you.
-If you drop your kids off at preschool, this group is for you.
-If you have taken the last 9 months off, this group is for you.
Perfect for beginners or intermediates.

Questions? Email: michelle.xsvlyfit@gmail.com
or call the store: 704-503-1105

Good Form Running Clinic – April 14

jenni-walker — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 15:09:59 +0000

Sign up today for our next Good Form Running Clinic! Come learn 4 simple elements of form that will make running more efficient.

Saturday, April 14 - 9:00-9:45AM

Run For Your Life-University (1816 East Arbors Drive)
The class is FREE, but limited to the first 20 who RSVP to Keara@runforyourlife.com
or call 704-503-1105

Run For Your Health Fun Run – April 20

jenni-walker — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 17:13:37 +0000

Let’s run for our health! Mark your calendar for 6PM Friday, April 20 for the Run For Your Health Fun Run! This FREE nighttime 5K will take you through the streets of Dilworth and wrap up at our Dilworth store (2422 Park Road). Enjoy a post-run celebration with food, drinks, massages and give-aways from Nathan and Headsweats!

RSVP for the Run For Your Health Fun Run to Jen at jen@runforyourlife.com.

Saucony Elite Compression Socks Land at RFYL University Store

jenni-walker — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 01:20:14 +0000

Check out what just landed at RFYL University — the Saucony Elite compression sock! Looking for a great happy medium between ultra-thin and winter-thick? Wanting to try out a sock that will give you that extra oompf on long runs and help speed your recovery? These babies are for you! Our wear-testers loved the arch support band and the super-stretchy fit, as well as the great all-the-way-to-the-knee length and the padded forefoot and heel. Come try a pair today!

Easter Fun Run – April 6

jenni-walker — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 21:28:21 +0000

Hop into Easter weekend with a free 5K and Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by Nunn and Nathan. Our Easter Fun Run takes place on Friday, April 6 at 6:00PM. The first 25 registrants will receive a free Nathan water bottle.

We’ll be running the 4 Mile Creek Greenway and wrapping up at our Piper Glen store (6416 Rea Road) with a post-run celebration. RSVP to zach@runforyourlife.com

Saucony Mobile Tour at RFYL-SouthPark

jenni-walker — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 20:43:53 +0000

Come take the new Saucony shoe line for a test drive – or run – when the Saucony Mobile Tour Van pulls up to Run For Your Life – SouthPark (Sharon Corners) on Thursday, March 22 from 3-7PM. It’s like a showroom on wheels, chock-full of their latest and greatest! Free gait analysis, free food – prizes, too! Questions? Call or SouthPark team at 980.224.8702.