Current Community Classes

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Lora aka Blonde Runner offers a wide variety of classes in the community. Below are the classes currently available. For information on how to register for a program contact her directly: Lora Erickson 801.299.1601 or by email lora@blonderunner.com. Classes can also be set up for your group or company anytime.

Note: Outdoor classes are rarely (if ever) canceled due to inclement weather (we are water-proof so dress accordingly). Please make sure Lora has your cell phone number if needed for a venue change in the case of lightning. Thank you.

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Private individual one-on-one consultation and gift certificates are available all year; buy a class pass, gift certificate to the Blonde Runner Store, training program or personal training gift certificate for a loved one or friend anytime. Give the gift of health.

Current Classes

Indoor Personal Training - Offered every winter in the Davis County area. Individual consultation supplement available. Call Lora at 801-299-1601 to reserve your spot. Pre-registration is required, limited spots. This is a popular class and fills quickly.

Upcoming 2010 programs & classes

Team Blonde Runner - Triathlon Women: Half (3 months) and full-season (6 months) training programs available. Have you ever wanted to do a triathlon before? Now is your chance. This training is for beginners and intermediate athletes and will focus on the sprint and olympic distance triathlons. Group training begins in mid - March. Membership applications for T.E.A.M. 2010 are now available. Participant numbers are limited. All fees are non-refundable. Contact Coach Lora at 801-299-1601 or lora@blonderunner.com.

Team Blonde Runner- Triathlon Women - learn more

Please indicate your interest on T.E.A.M. 2010 Facebook

Indoor Fitness Class - Starting Feb 6, 2010, Farmington. Individual consultation supplement available. This unique training regimen combines a blend of circuit weight training with military style discipline and will help you tone, get lean, build strength and gain endurance. Call Lora at 801-299-1601 to reserve your spot. All ages welcome. Pre-registration is required, limited spots. This is a popular class and fills quickly. Please note: If you are interested in setting up your own class for a group of friends call Lora at 801-299-1601. Many classes are offered including weight loss and small group swimming.

Lose Big Challenge - Thursday January 28, 2010. 8 - 9 p.m. Centerville City Hall. Cost: only $35.

Need some motivation to over-haul your lifestyle? Are you ready to get in great shape, tone up and feel great?! This class will give you the accountability you need to stay on track with your goals and earn points for extra incentive. Want to get results? It’s time to make a new commitment and take the challenge to Lose Big! Taught by a certified personal trainer and coach with over 25 years of experience.

Class is held once a week for five weeks on Thursday evening from 8 – 9 p.m. Starting on January 28^th, 2010. Space is limited, call to reserve your spot. Contact Lora Erickson, 801-299-1601 or lora@blonderunner.com. All community members welcome.

Optimum Weight Loss Class. Starting Wednesday March 3, 2010. 10 - 11 a.m. - Davis County area.

This class will cover realistic diet strategies, nutrition, and exercises that will help lean and tone your body. Learn realistic solutions that can fit into everyday life that work and help you live the healthy lifestyle you have always wanted. This is an hour long class meeting once a week for four weeks. Contact Lora at 801-299-1601 or lora@blonderunner.com to reserve your spot. Pre-registration and payment is required to reserve your spot, limited spots. This is a popular class and fills quickly. Note: Please indicate your interest on the Blonde Runner Health LLC Event page.

Couch to 5K Running class - Wednesday April 14, 2010 - 7:30 - 9 p.m. Cost $15/ participant. Davis County, Utah area.

Get off the couch and onto your feet and complete a 5K (3.1 miles). Learn everything you need to know to run for fun, fitness, and competition. Discover the health benefits of running from certified coach and award winning distance runner Lora Erickson, also known as Blonde Runner. In-depth coverage of running including step into good shoes, proper stretching techniques, injury prevention and resistance training, training fundamentals and form, cross-training, sports nutrition - fueling up, racing strategies, and 5K training program will be covered in this lecture-style class. A six-week training program will be included. Class participant numbers will be limited. This class is a one-time 90 minute class a six week training program will be given. Contact Lora Erickson, 801-299-1601 or lora@blonderunner.com to register. All area community members are welcome to attend, any age.

Intermediate Running Class - Starting Tuesday April 20 - May 11, 2010. 6 - 7 p.m. Davis County area. Sign-up deadline (if space is still available) - Fri. April 15.

Please note: This is a popular class and fills quickly. Pre-registration and payment is required to reserve a spot.

Are you ready to take your training to the next level? This class is for you! All the training fundamentals that will get you running faster will be covered including; speedwork, intervals, pyramids, ladders, lactate threshold, heart rate zone training, form efficiency drills, and core training/ resistance will be covered. Chi Running and Barefoot Running will also be covered. This class is held once a week for four weeks. Each class is one hour long and will be a blend of lecture and a workout, so come prepared to run. All levels welcome. Contact Lora at 801-299-1601 or lora@blonderunner.com. Pre-registration and payment is required to reserve your spot, limited spots.

Note: Outdoor classes are rarely (if ever) canceled due to inclement weather (we are water proof so dress accordingly). Please make sure Lora has your cell phone number if needed for a venue change in the case of lightning. Thank you.

Running Form Analysis - Thursday April 15 OR Tuesday May 18, 2010 at 6 p.m. Location: Davis County. Get feedback on your running form and learn efficiency techniques that will help you run easier and faster. Complete with video review, estimated VO2max, race performance projection and appropriate speedwork and drills to help you reach your running or triathlon goals. Call for pricing (ask about the discounts for South Davis Road Runners, Team Blonde Runner, & Northern Utah Triathletes). Pre-registration and payment is required to reserve your spot. Contact Lora at 801-299-1601 or lora@blonderunner.com. Indicate your interest on Facebook.

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Kids Triathlon Class - Wednesday May 19, 2010. 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. Centerville, Utah. Cost: $10/ person

Triathlons are fun and challenging. Learn why triathlons are so great and growing in popularity in Utah. This class will cover swimming education, bike helps and running training tips. This lecture style class is fun and informative! Ages 10 and up welcome to attend. Parents or older siblings who would like to attend will need to pay the class fee. Class fee: $10 per person. Learn about the Kids Triathlon training TEAM. Get training tips and advice from an experienced triathlete and certified running coach with over 25 years of experience. To learn more visit www.blonderunner.com or contact Lora Erickson at 801-299-1601 email lora@blonderunner.com. Click here to learn about the Kids Triathlon TEAM training.

Corrective Exercise Assessment -Call to schedule your individual appointment

Muscle imbalance is common, but can place enormous strain on the human body. Corrective exercise is used to relieve ailments causes by imbalances or injury. Through movement and motion assessments underactive, weak and overactive muscles can be indentified and a customized program can be developed to help with the conditions like low back pain, plantar fasciitis, runners knee, shin splints, IT band syndrome and other problems. If you are looking for maximizing your body function then consider having a Corrective Exercise Assessment done. Call Lora at 801-299-1601 to schedule. Click here to learn more

Outdoor Fitness Class - Starting Tuesday June 29, 2010 6 - 7 a.m. Davis County area. Registration deadline (if spots are still available): Tuesday. June 15, 2010.

Please note - This is a popular class and fills quickly. Pre-registration and payment is required to hold a spot. Limited spots.

This unique training regimen combines a blend of circuit weight training with military style discipline and will help you tone, get lean, build strength and gain endurance. All ages and levels welcome. Everyone will work at their own pace (beginner to advanced). This class will continue through the summer on Tuesday mornings at 6 a.m. starting in June and ending in August. Contact Lora at 801-299-1601 or lora@blondrunner.com to reserve your spot. Individual private consultation supplement available.

Kids Triathlon Training Program - Starting the week of July 26th, ending Sept. 6, 2010 Sign-up deadline: June 30, 2010 - Davis County, Utah area.

This TEAM group triathlon training is for kids who are new to triathlons or want to improve their performance. All aspects of the triathlon will be covered: including swimming technique, cycling, running, sports nutrition, transitions, and racing tips. Make friends, have fun and get fit. Two weekly workouts will be provided along with a participant t-shirt. No Sunday workouts will be given or supported.

The group kids Triathlon TEAM training program will begin the week of July 26th ending Sept. 6, 2010. This class is a perfect father & son or mother & daughter class that teaches all the fundamentals of triathlon training and racing. Age 10 and up. Must provide proof of passing a Level 4 swimming class. Adults are required to be a Northern Utah Triathlete member to participate. Call coach Lora at 801-299-1601 to reserve a spot. Lora is a USATF certified running coach with over 25 years of experience. Pre-registration and payment are required to reserve a spot. Registration deadline: June 30, 2010. Spots are limited. Click here to learn more about the Kids Triathlon TEAM training program.

PROGRAMS & ASSESSMENTS:

(Many of the following programs can be started at anytime)

New! KIDS TRIATHLON TRAINING PROGRAM

PROVIDENT LIVING & WEIGHT MANAGEMENT PROGRAM - 8 WEEKS (PRIVATE SESSIONS)

OPTIMUM WEIGHT LOSS - 8 WEEK ONE-ON-ONE PROGRAM (PRIVATE SESSIONS)

PERSONAL TRAINING (INDIVIDUAL OR GROUP)

PRIVATE COACHING - RUNNING OR TRIATHLON CONSULTATION

10K A DAY WALKING

BODY SCULPTING & TONE

CORPORATE WELLNESS - set up a class for your company

BODY COMPOSITION & FITNESS ASSESSMENT

RUNNING FORM ANALYSIS

SMR & FLEXIBILITY

SWIM PRIVATE HIRE COACH (TRIATHLON SPECIFIC)

CORRECTIVE EXERCISE ASSESSMENT

LIFE COACHING - PROVIDENT LIVING PROGRAM (8 WEEKS)

To register for a class or schedule an assessment contact:

Lora Erickson

801.299.1601

lora@blonderunner.com

FREE DIABETES LECTURE SERIES:

Location: Community Room, 1st Floor

Lakeview Hospital, 630 East Medical Drive, Bountiful Utah

Date: 2nd Wednesday Starting Time: 7:00 p.m.

No cost. All community members welcome.

Diabetes Lecture Schedule 2010

Meetings are held the second Wednesday of each month, except December (there is a Diabetes Fair). All lectures topics are diabetes related, given by professionals in the field. For questions, please call Mesha with Lakeview Hospital at 801.299.6868.

What are people saying about Lora’s classes?

“Lora, having met you and working with you has truly changed my health for the better. My husband and I have pretty much always been healthy people: we eat organic, exercise and try, “try” to find some quiet time to help with the balance of things. Since meeting you, I am more aware of what I put in my mouth. I now write everything down and exercise is a priority, despite how crazy my day gets! I feel better and have learned sooooooo much from you with exercise, healthy eating and just over-all health! You are such an inspiration and I just wish more people knew about you….oh, the lives that you could touch and help change! :)”

- Karen M. class participant

“The class was worthwhile and enjoyable. Great attitude.” – Diana K. – class participant

“I have really enjoyed the class. I’ve learned a lot.” Evelyn D. – class participant

“The class was awesome. The instructor is motivation and very energetic. Portion control and paying attention to what I eat have helped more than anything. I make it a point not to eat when I am bored. I don’t have to kill myself with exercise. ”

- Vicki R. Class participant - Lost 23 lbs, 7 ¾ inches, and over 2 % body fat

“l love how Lora motivates me” - Aimee A. – class participant