Beginner Ladies and Men

This group includes members who join for a variety of reasons including social, who want to meet other like-minded runners who are just starting out.  The group meet for a road session on Tuesdays at 7pm at Horwich Leisure Centre.  In the summer, there are more chances to go off-road through beautiful Rivington.  Also in the summer, on Mondays, the ladies can participate in runs from Horwich Leisure Centre at 7pm.

For more information about sessions - ladies contact Brenda Hesketh (01204) 668183, and men Tony Hesketh (01204) 668183.

Here is a profile from a current member of this group:

Rachel Fry
Age: 30

Previous Experience:
My previous running experience was at my High School sports day!  My usual exercise was going to the gym or walking.

Motivation to Join:
Every year I watched the London marathon and always though that I would love to do it because of the atmosphere and sense of achievement.

What's it like?:
I started attending the Tuesday night running club.  Everyone was very friendly and supportive, the coach explained the route and advised me to go at a comfortable pace.  I was reassured that I would not be left behind!  The routes during summer months can go alongside the Rivington Reservoirs, during winter we stick to safer road routes.  The clubs coaches offered advice on avoiding injury, safety, running technique, kit and how to overcome mental barriers.  I have no doubt that if I had not joined the club and received this encouragement, I would not have achieved so much.  I am currently training for the London marathon, the coach has produced a personal training plan and gives me support and advice on how to reach my goal.