PacWest is excited to announce the launch of our Newton Natural Running Form Clinics. The purpose of these clinics are to teach proper running form the way our bodies were designed to do, a.k.a. “running naturally”.

These personal or small group (2-3) clinics will take an individual through a thorough breakdown of their current running form including a pre-clinic video capture that will identify major and minor biomechanical flaws.

Natural running is a full body movement. Individuals will be asked to go through a series of drills in order to emphasize forefoot/midfoot landing as well as overall body positioning.

The sessions are approximately 1.5 hours in duration and include side-by-side critiquing of form with a coach running alongside you. All clinics will conclude with a final video capture of form post-drills. Full high-speed capture, with slow motion video analysis will be provided directly on site.

Courtesy follow up email and/or conference call provided. Additional refresher clinics available upon request.

Cost:
$150.00 – Non-PacWest member
$125.00 – PacWest annual member *
* – Participant must be an active PacWest annual general member to be eligible for discount.

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Small group discounts available. Maximum of three (3) participants in a group. Discounted “refresher” or follow-up clinics are available upon request for experienced natural running form participants.

Contact us to schedule the next available session.

Instructor Bio:

All clinics are led by PacWest President and Co-Founder, Jay Ridgeway. A veteran USA Track & Field and USA Triathlon certified coach, Jay started competitive running at the age of 11 and completed his first triathlon back in 1985. He attended the University of Oregon and remains a competitive age group runner and triathlete having completed multiple Boston and NYC Marathons as well as Ironmans.

He is a USA Triathlon All-American and recently represented Team USA at the 2012 ITU Long Distance World Championships in Las Vegas, NV.

Known as a running biomechanic specialist and natural running form guru, Jay currently is the only Newton Natural Running Form certified coach in both Northern and Central California.

You can also find his bio listing on the Newton Running website.

Our triathlon program, TriPac, is focused primarily on Olympic and half Ironman distances, a.k.a. Ironman 70.3 or long course. This group-based training program is comprehensive and challenging enough to support both the serious beginner as well as experienced triathlete. New program enhancements combined with ‘hands-on’ coached workouts ensure our athletes are given all of the proper tools and support for success.

Unlike other triathlon clubs, PacWest is a Bay Area-wide training organization that happens to also be a USA Triathlon club team. Athletes have access to multiple regional coached workouts including track, long runs and bike rides as well as lap and open water swims. Additional workouts are led by team captains or other group members. Special clinics, training camps and workshops are provided during the training season including an early season practice triathlon; swim, bike and run biomechanics analysis; endurance and race day nutrition.

PacWest Annual General Members receive discounts off training programs and much more. Not a member? Register now >>

The 16-week program begins with a 4-week base fitness build program. During this period the athlete is performing a combination of easy to moderate workouts throughout each week slowly and safely adapting the body to a consistent workout regimen. The remaining 12 weeks are what we call the “core” program which consists of a build phase followed by the hardest period known as the peak phase. A short taper occurs before race day then followed by a recovery period.

For those who choose to continue their training after the initial 16-week period or someone who comes to PacWest with an existing fitness base may choose to register for just the 12-week core program. This allows the individual to be immediately challenged with build phase workouts to begin with.

Each registered athlete is setup with a TrainingPeaks.com account and immediately given access to a detailed training plan specifically designed for their featured event. On-line features include personal training log, nutrition tracker, reporting with graphics and electronic training device (GPS, HR monitor, Power meter, etc) uploading.

Program cost:
16-week base + core program: $400 Non-PacWest Member, $300 PacWest Annual Member (25% off)
12-week core program: $300 Non-PacWest Member, $225 PacWest Annual Member (25% off)

Note: The training programs do not include our masters swim program, SharkPac. That program is optional due its location in Marin County (Mill Valley) and additional facility use costs. To learn more about the SharkPac program and/or register click here.

2012 FEATURED PROGRAMS
16-week program: $400 Non-PacWest Member. $300 PacWest Annual Member (25% off)
12-week program: $300 Non-PacWest Member. $225 PacWest Annual Member(25% off)

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Ironman 70.3 California (website)
Race date: 3/31/12
16-week base build + core program. Start date: 12/12/11
12-week core program only. Start date: 1/09/12

Wildflower – Long Course (website)
Race date: 5/05/12
16-week base build + core program. Start date: 1/16/12
12-week core program only. Start date: 2/13/12

Wildflower – Olympic Distance (website)
Race date: 5/06/12
16-week base build + core program. Start date: 1/16/12
12-week core program only. Start date: 2/13/12

ITU WCS San Diego Triathlon (website) FEATURED PACWEST TEAM RACE
Race date: 5/12/12
16-week base build + core program. Start date: 1/23/12
12-week core program only. Start date: 2/20/12
(Note: the race is also the 2012 USAT Club Team National Championships)

Ironman 70.3 Hawaii (website)
Race date: 6/02/12
16-week base build + core program. Start date: 2/13/12
12-week core program only. Start date: 3/12/12

Escape from Alcatraz (website)
Race date: 6/10/12
16-week base build + core program. Start date: 2/20/12
12-week core program only. Start date: 3/19/12

Silicon Valley – Long Course (website)
Race date: 6/23/12
16-week base build + core program. Start date: 3/05/12
12-week core program only. Start date: 4/02/12

Silicon Valley – Olympic Distance (website)
Race date: 6/24/12
16-week base build + core program. Start date: 3/05/12
12-week core program only. Start date: 4/02/12

San Francisco @ Treasure Island (Olympic) (website)
Race date: 7/07/12
16-week base build + core program. Start date: 3/19/12
12-week core program only. Start date: 4/12/12

Ironman 70.3 Vineman (website)
Race date: 7/15/12
16-week base build + core program. Start date: 3/26/12
12-week core program only. Start date: 4/23/12

California International Triathlon (website)
Race date: 7/29/12
16-week base build + core program. Start date: 4/09/12
12-week core program only. Start date: 5/07/12

USAT Age Group National Championships – Olympic Distance (website)
Race date: 8/18/12
16-week base build + core program. Start date: 4/30/12
12-week core program only. Start date: 5/28/12

Folsom Triathlon – Long Course (website)
Race date: 8/18/12
16-week base build + core program. Start date: 4/30/12
12-week core program only. Start date: 5/28/12

Folsom Triathlon - Olympic Distance (website)
Race date: 8/19/12
16-week base build + core program. Start date: 4/30/12
12-week core program only. Start date: 5/28/12

Ironman 70.3 World Championship (website)
Race date: 9/09/12
16-week base build + core program. Start date: 5/21/12
12-week core program only. Start date: 6/18/12

Pacific Grove – Olympic Distance (website)
Race date: 9/08/12
16-week base build + core program. Start date: 5/21/12
12-week core program only. Start date: 6/18/12

Big Kahuna – Long Course (website)
Race date: 9/09/12
16-week base build + core program. Start date: 5/21/12
12-week core program only. Start date: 6/18/12

Santa Cruz – Olympic Distance (website)
Race date: 9/23/12
16-week base build + core program. Start date: 6/04/12
12-week core program only. Start date: 7/02/12

Marin County – Olympic Distance (website)
Race date: 11/4/12
16-week base build + core program. Start date: 7/16/12
12-week core program only. Start date: 8/13/12

TRAINING LOCATIONS & SCHEDULE

East Bay Region
Tuesdays @ 6:30pm: Track – Piedmont High, Oakland
Saturdays @ 8:30am: All-region group ride *
Sundays @ 8:30-10:00am: Masters swim – Tamalpais High, Mill Valley
Sundays @ 10:30: All-region group ride – Tamalpais High, Mill Valley

Marin County Region
Saturdays @ 8:30am: All-region group ride *
Sundays @ 8:30-10:00am: Masters swim – Tamalpais High, Mill Valley
Sundays @ 10:30: All-region group ride – Tamalpais High, Mill Valley

San Francisco Region
Thursdays @ 6:30pm: Track – Kezar Stadium, Golden Gate Park
Saturdays @ 8:30am: All-region group ride *
Sundays @ 8:30-10:00am: Masters swim – Tamalpais High, Mill Valley
Sundays @ 10:30: All-region group ride – Tamalpais High, Mill Valley

* rotating regional locations. See Workout Calendar for locations, times and map links.

The Premium-level program is 100% focused on a comprehensive, customized training program designed for your specific goal race or races. The Executive-level program combines the same features of the Premium-level with a holistic sports nutrition plan to compliment your endurance training plan throughout the duration of your program.

Ironman Program – IronPac
Executive-level: $350/month non-member. $315/month PacWest Member. Learn more >>
Premium-level: $200/month non-member. $180/month PacWest Member. Learn more >>

eCoaching Program (non-Ironman):
Executive-level: $350/month non-member. $315/month PacWest Member. Learn more>>
Premium-level: $200/month non-member. $180/month PacWest Member.  Learn more >>

Program futures:
•    Phone meeting to get know the athletes individual dietary and training needs
•    Guided shopping trip to Berkeley Bowl, Whole Foods or Rainbow Grocery
•    Follow-up phone consultations to monitor progress, and establish long term dietary goals

Program Cost:
$425.00 – Non PacWest members
$375.00 – PacWest members

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Benefits:
What will you get out of the Fuel Your Fitness Program?

Increase:
•    Energy level and vitality
•    Recovery rate

Learn:
•    How many calories to consume based on your activity level
•    How much protein to eat as an athlete
•    What are the best sources of carbohydrates for endurance athletes
•    Which carbohydrates to avoid and why
•    What are the best fats to use in the diet
•    Which foods to buy at the market and why
•    How to prepare a quick, simple, healthy, delicious and satisfying meal

Comprehensive Metabolic Profile Testing
This state-of-the-art laboratory assessment allows Tri Holistic Nutrition to select- from both diet and professional supplementation – the most effective combination of nutrition for you, based on your individual needs.

The test reveals imbalances of nutrients such as carnitine, NAC, lipoic acid, CoQ10 and antioxidants, all crucial for the athlete’s ability to metabolize fats and carbohydrates, train, recover and fight oxidative stress.

You will discover how efficiently B-Vitamins function in your body, how well your body handles toxins, and how well your brain’s neurotransmitters are functioning and adapting to stress. In addition, fatty acid intake is analyzed. Optimization of fatty acid intake  reduces overall inflammation, the root cause of chronic illness and joint pain. The metabolic Profile Test will also discover hidden digestive abnormalities and food sensitivities that may be affecting your overall health.

For more information on the test, click here (.pdf).

Program price includes one (1) hour post-test consultation with PacWest Sports Nutrition Director. Supplementation ordering based on testing results.  (supplements are not included in the price) .

Program Cost *:
$615 – Non-PacWest Member
$595 – PacWest Annual Member
* Pricing includes “pass-through” cost of $438.00 for metabolic testing services and paid directly to Metametrix Laboratories.

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