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March 11 , 2008
Washington DC |
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| RUN |
Starting March 15, 2008 (then every Saturday until race day) - Zooma Women's Race Training Runs
Be part of the first ZOOMA Women's Race series as they kick-off their 12 week training program leading up to the ZOOMA Annapolis Marathon & 10k on June 1, 2008. ZOOMA Women's Races Series is a new national series of women's running events
Time: 8:15 AM Fairfax, 8:30 AM Annapolis
Where: Pacer's Fairfax, Old Town Fairfax, 10427 North St., Fairfax, VA or Fleet Feet Annapolis, 318 6th Street, Annapolis, MD
Cost: Free
Check it out: www.zoomarun.com
Additional info: ameier@zoomarun.com
March 15, 2008 - 2nd Annual Baltimore Stadium Trek
Check out this unique event. A pledge-based, one-of-a-kind experience where individuals of all ages will walk, jog, run and climb in, up, down and around two of Baltimore's legendary sporting venues, Oriole Park and M&T Bank Stadium, in support of the American Lung Association.
Time: 9:30 AM
Where: Oriole Park at Camden Yards, MD
Cost: $25 if pre-registered or $35 for onsite registration. Plus minimum pledge of $75.
Check it out: www.charmcityrun.com
Additional info: Kristen Penczek at 410-560-2120, ext. 221, Trek2008@marylandlung.org
March 16, 2008 - Four Mile Predicted Time Run
Get out your crystal ball and predict your time during Westminster Road Runners Club 4 mile run.
Time: 9 AM
Where: Westminster, MD
Cost: $1 members, $2 non-members
Check it out: www.carr.org
Additional info: dherlock@mcdaniel.edu
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| BIKE |
March 16, 2008 - Trade Zone Training
Train with first time racers or hardcore cyclists in these training races. Lots of options to choose from, so check it out. It’s a great way to hone your racing skills. Special category for women and juniors.
Time: Between 9:30 AM to 11:45 AM depending on category
Where: Collington Center Industrial Park, Upper Marlboro, MD
Cost: $8-$12 depending on category
Check it out: www.bikedoctor.com
Additional info: 410-544-3532 or sruck@bikedoctor.com
March 16, 2008 - Hudson Trail Cycling Club - Group Bike Rides
Meet new people, find new biking partners, create new adventures. Enjoy a17 mile scenic tour of the National Monuments. The trail is paved and mostly flat, with a few hills.
Time: 8:30 AM
Where: Meet at the Roosevelt Island parking lot
Cost: Free
Check it out: www.hudsontrail.com
Additional info: 800-211-9753 ext.6 or HTO_Customer_Service@hudsontrail.com
March 16, 2008 - Washington Monuments Bike Ride
Take a leisurely 12.5 mile tour of some of Washington's most stately landmarks. See the Lincoln Memorial, the Jefferson Memorial, the Tidal Basin, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Hains Point, the Washington Monument, the Capitol and more.
Time: 10 AM - 1 PM
Where: Washington DC
Cost: $7 members, $12 non-members
Check it out: www.washingtonwomenoutdoors.org
Additional info: 301-864-3070 or wwo@patriot.net
April 25 - 27, 2008 - Lewes Delaware Weekend
Get an early jump on spring and head to Lewes, a small, picturesque, historic town near Rehoboth Beach. This weekend is noted for its sociability and ease in meeting new people. Rides will range in length from 20 to 65+ miles, all flat. Many rides visit nearby wildlife refuges, a winery, and beaches.
Where: 514 Savannah Rd., Lewes, DE
Cost: varies
Check it out: www.bikepptc.org |
| HIKE |
March 22, 2008 - Sugarloaf Mountain Loop Day Hike
Hike an 8.1 mile loop with 4,000 feet elevation gain and loss through the woods and along ridges, stopping at overlooks with picturesque views of the surrounding area.
Time: 8:30 AM - 2 PM
Where: Sugarloaf Mountain, Dickerson, MD
Cost: $10 members, $15 non-members
Check it out: www.washingtonwomenoutdoors.org
Additional info: 301-864-3070 or wwo@patriot.net |
| YOGA |
March 13, 2008 - Yoga Groove with Girish
Go with the flow while accompanied with live music from Girish, a world renowned artist known for his rejuvenating chants with a funk-jazz feel.
Time: 6:30 - 8 PM
Where: Beloved Yoga Studio, 11872 Sunrise Valley Drive, Ste. 101, Reston, VA
Cost: $10 + regular class price ($16/drop-in)
Check it out: www.belovedyoga.com
Additional info: 703-860-9642
March 16, 2008 - Asana Up! Yoga Workshop
Gain a deeper understanding of pranayama (breath work) and bandhas (energetic locks). Learn a variety of inversions such as headstand variations, handstands, and forearm/arm balances. Practice yoga "tricks" in a fun, energetic atmosphere.
Time: 1 - 3 PM
Where: Georgetown Yoga, 1053 31st St NW, 2nd Fl., Washington DC
Cost: $35
Check it out: www.georgetownyoga.com
Additional info: 202.342.7779 or info@georgetownyoga.com
March 26 - May 28, 2008 - Semi-Private Yoga
Enjoy the benefits of private sessions without the cost! This 10-week series is a small class, limited to 10 participants guaranteeing lots of individual attention. Ideal for beginners and advanced beginners.
Time: 7:20 - 8:30 PM
Where: Boundless Yoga Studio, 1522 U St NW, Washington DC
Cost: $195 for 10 weeks
Check it out: http://boundlessyoga.com
Additional info: 202-234-yoga
March 28-30, 2008 - Anusara Yoga Weekend
Enjoy a weekend of yoga events. Pick and choose from five workshops or attend the entire weekend. Events planned include backbends, hand balances or Healing Power of Anusara Yoga sessions.
Time: varies
Where: Willow Street Yoga Studio, 8561 Fenton Street, 2nd Fl, Silver Spring, MD
Cost: varies
Check it out: www.willowstreetyoga.com
Additional info: yoga@willowstreetyoga.com
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| OTHER FUN STUFF |
March 18, 2008 - Metabolic Assessment (VO2 testing)
Get tested. Oxygen consumption and heart rate values are captured during a short treadmill or bike test and the analysis produces a scientific workout plan just for you.
Time: 6 - 10 PM
Where: Tidal EPC, 4123 Wisconsin Ave, Washington DC
Cost: $115 - Peak VO2, $100 Active VO2
Check it out: http://dctriclub.org
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More FUN Events - Sponsored in part by Graceful Edge |
Through March 29, 2008 - HERA Ovarian Cancer Climb for Life
Help fight ovarian cancer and join in the fun at the 3rd annual climbing festival. All month long there are tons of climbing events, clinics and parties to support the mission of HERA (Health, Empowerment, Research and Advocacy, a leading non-profit foundation empowering women, the medical industry & communities in their fight against ovarian cancer.
Time: varies
Where: varies
Cost: $30
Check it out: www.heraclimb4lifedc08.kintera.org
Additional info: REI Fairfax 571- 522-6568, ivamichele@earthlink.net
March 22, 2008 - Run for Water
In the spirit of World Water Day, support efforts to develop new water supply in drought stricken Niger. Runners will run one segment (runner's choice in distance) of a marathon, 26.2 miles, which is the average distance children travel to locate water for their families.
Time: 9 AM
Where: corner of Connecticut and Columbia Roads, NW, Washington DC (close to Woodley Park, National Zoo metro stop)
Cost: runners choose their fundraising goal
Check it out: www.waterforlife.org
Additional info: Laurel at 301-518-8319
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