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Duke Run/Walk Club

Join the Duke Run/Walk Club and discover how a few extra steps a week can enhance your overall health and well-being. Offered each spring and fall, this 12-week program is for all fitness levels, from new exercisers to those training for 5K events.

The Duke Run/Walk Club is open to all Duke faculty and staff. Participants are divided into groups based on fitness level.

Wellness Wednesdays

Every Wednesday at 5 PM join LIVE FOR LIFE staff for some strength and balance work before the run/walk club begins. We will lead you in breathing techniques, various stretches and poses. The exercises will progress weekly to include more challenging positions. Come experience how these techniques can help you create a toned, flexible, and strong body while improving your range of motion, agility, endurance, and your athletic performance.

Please note: this 30 minute class is optional and is not required to participate in the Run Walk Club.

 

Independent Program

Can't join us during scheduled group sessions? Sign-up for the Independent Run/Walk Club Program. Click here for more information and registration.

 

Why I Enjoy Run/Walk

 

• Register Now for Fall 2009 Session — starts on 8/24
• Benefits & Incentives
• Meeting Times & Locations
• Parking
• When It Rains
• Report Your Sessions Online

Benefits and Incentives

• Receive weekly motivational e-mails
• Receive group support and accountability
• Increase your energy levels
• Decrease your stress
• Reduce your risk of health diseases
• Earn LIVE FOR LIFE dollars — You can earn up to $150 for participating each week and for completing a program evaluation
• Free workshops on health and fitness topics

Meeting Times & Locations

Club meets every Monday and Wednesday from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. at:

• East Campus Track (Map)
  Flat, beginner course (1 loop = 1.7 miles)
  Meet across from Whole Foods at the East Campus Wall. Ideal for:
  • Beginner Walkers
  • Beginner Walk to Run
     
• West Campus Trail (Map)
  Hilly, advanced course (1 loop = 2.9 miles)
  Meet in front of Wallace Wade Stadium. Ideal for:
  • Advanced Walkers
  • Advanced Run/Walkers
  • Advanced Runners
     
• Durham Regional Hospital (Employee Entrance)
  For all who plan to participate at the Durham Regional Hospital location, please note that the walk at Durham Regional is scheduled to begin at 5:00 p.m.
  • Beginner Walkers: 20 minute walk

Parking

Parking is available at the following locations after 5 p.m. (parking maps).

• East Campus: In the 705 Broad Street parking lot or along Broad Street.
• West Campus: Along Bassett Drive or around Wallace Wade Stadium.

When It Rains

In case of inclement weather, an email will be sent to notify Run/Walk Club participants of meeting cancellations. Register to receive updates.

Report Your Sessions Online

Every little step counts! If you are unable to attend the scheduled sessions or have made up a missed session, let us know by reporting your completed sessions here by the last day of each month.

For more information on the Duke Run/Walk Club, please contact LIVE FOR LIFE at 919-684-3136, option 1 or e-mail jess.ward@duke.edu.

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