Triangle Run Smart Training

Class has started but YOU can still sign up!

The class is 12 weeks long and is geared toward helping adults get/stay active with run workouts incorporating strength training. This class is great for beginners as well as seasoned runners. All levels and paces are welcome!

https://trianglerunsmart.com/training-classes

Group Run Training for Kids!

We all know regular exercise is good for kids.
It builds strong bones and muscles, supports a healthy heart, and helps maintain a good weight. It also sharpens focus for school and boosts mood.

There’s nothing more natural and simple than running!

Triangle Run Smart has 3 classes currently open for sign ups.

—-Fall 2026 Kids Fun Run & 3K Training - Holly Springs —-

Class is 8 weeks long, meeting once per week, and is geared toward introducing kids aged 5-10 years old to running in a FUN way with lots of game-based play and the added challenge of running a 3K at the end of the season. Class will be capped at 40 registrants.

Program dates: September 13, 2026 - November 1, 2026. 1 class per week: Sundays 4:00-5:00pm. The class will meet at Jones Park, (405 School Days Lane, Holly Springs, NC 27540).
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—-Late Fall 2026 Advanced Youth Run TUESDAYS - Apex-

Class is 8 weeks long, meeting once
per week, and is geared toward kids aged 10-15 years old who have prior running experience and are capable of running 2 miles non-stop (at any pace). Please note that this is an Advanced Class and not appropriate for beginner runners. The goal of the class is to have fun, get healthy, and work on running speed and overall conditioning. Class will be capped at 30 registrants.

Program dates: October 27, 2026 - December 15, 2026, (exception: Thanksgiving week we'll meet on Monday, 11/23). 1 class per week: Tuesdays 5:45-6:45pm. The class will meet at Apex Nature Park, (2600 Evans Road, Apex, NC 27502).
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—Late Fall 2026 Kids Speed & Conditioning WEDNESDAYS - Apex-

Class is 8 weeks long, meeting once per week, and is geared toward kids aged 8-14 years old of ALL levels and paces. The goal of the class is to have fun, get healthy, and work on running speed and overall conditioning. Class will be capped at 35 registrants.

Program dates: October 28, 2026 - December 16, 2026, (exception: Thanksgiving week we'll meet on Tuesday, 11/24). 1 class per week: Wednesdays 5:45-6:45pm. The class will meet at Apex Nature Park, (2600 Evans Road, Apex, NC 27502).

Find out more information on our website:
https://trianglerunsmart.com/training-classes

Healthy kids are happy kids!

Triangle Run Smart Training Group run training classes for adults and kids in Cary, Apex, & Holly Springs, North Carolina year-round

Motivation Monday…

"May you always remember to enjoy the road, especially when it's a hard one.”
- Kobe Bryant

The quote reflects the Mamba Mentality, reminding people to find purpose, growth, and appreciation in the struggles and hard work of the journey rather than just focusing on the final goal.

Fall Classes are taking off!
And here are your Coaches!

Kelly Svihovec • Half & Full Marathon Class in Cary

Dave Gross • Half & Full Marathon Class in Holly Springs

John Tate • Half & Full Marathon Class in Apex

Patti Tiernan • Run + Strength Class in Cary

Holly Kane • Kids Speed & Conditioning Class in Apex

Tara Wind & Patti Tiernan • Kids 5k Class in Cary
And Kids Fun Run Class in Holly Springs

Mary Petersen • Kids Speed & Conditioning Class in Apex

There ya have it!
An amazing team of enthusiastic, experienced, and dedicated coaches!

They are much appreciated!

The last of our Adult Fall classes begins in 4 days!

RUN + STRENGTH in Cary!

The class is 12 weeks long and is geared toward helping adults get/stay active with run workouts incorporating strength training. This class is great for beginners as well as seasoned runners. All levels and paces are welcome!

Program dates: August 30, 2026 - November 21, 2026. Group training will meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30AM-10:30AM, and there are group long runs with all summer adult classes on Saturdays at 7:00AM-9:00AM. The class will meet at Ritter Park (301 W Lochmere Drive, Cary 27518) & Koka Booth (8001 Regency Parkway, Cary 27518) on Tuesdays & Thursdays.. Saturday run locations vary weekly and rotate throughout the Triangle area.

Coach Patti Tiernan will be coaching this class!

Patti Tiernan is a certified Run
Coach, Personal Trainer and owner of PT's Training where she has individual, small groups and virtual training sessions to meet the needs of every athlete. She enjoys and thrives on watching her runners achieve their goals through her individualized running plans. She has been running and competing in events for the past 25 years from 5Ks to Ultramarathons and Sprint Triathlons to Full Iron Distance...BUT her passion is running (usually long!) and helping other to experience the pure BLISS in it as well!

Details and registration can be found here:
https://trianglerunsmart.com/training-classes

“Terms & Tips Tuesday!”
This week’s term is “Base Training.”

What’s the definition?
“Base Training” (also referred to as Aerobic Base Training) is the first phase of a training cycle. It’s what prepares runners for the more challenging, race-specific workouts that come later.

In the 1960’s, Coach Arthur Lydiard discovered that if you prefaced interval training with running to build your aerobic system, you could improve performance in the interval training phase.
The conceptual model of his philosophy was a pyramid and the bottom was the aerobic development period or “base.”

A majority of training systems today incorporate building a large base of aerobic fitness.
“The bigger the base, the higher the peak.”

The primary goals of “base training”
- build aerobic efficiency
- improve musculoskeletal durability
- improve your ability to burn fat and spare your carbohydrate (glycogen) stores.
- improve the endurance of your fast twitch muscle fibers
- create a tireless mental state.

Base Training is important, it’s the structural foundation of the training pyramid and cycle.

Apex Marathon Course Preview this Saturday!

📍Foxtail Coffee in Sweetwater neighborhood (1451 Richardson Road, Apex 27523) - meet in the parking lot
• Arrive a few minutes before 7:00am so the group can start as close to 7:00am as possible.
• Be sure to sign in on the sign-in sheet and enter your planned distance for the run
• The group will do warm-ups together, take a group picture, ensure everyone is signed in, grab hydration (Skratch & water options) & fueling (gels) to take, and go over the route.

Route is an out-and-back on the Apex Half Marathon course:
https://www.strava.com/routes/
3511058967570986144. Please download, save or print this route if you’re unfamiliar with the area!
Route link in bio!

The route goes through the Sweetwater neighborhood, some greenway sections, and onto the ATT, depending on how far you go.
• Bathrooms: Bathrooms are available in Foxtail Coffee.

Also of note: there is the official Apex Half Marathon Course Preview, led by pacers from Pace Yourself Run Company starting at 8am at Foxtail Coffee. They will have Asics shoe demos as well.
• For those who would like to join the larger group, plan to head back to Foxtail by 8am to join them.

Fall Youth Training Classes start kicking off next week!

Our Tuesday Kids Speed & Conditioning & Kids 5K classes are FULL, but we still have some spots left in our other 2 fall youth classes:

• Fall 2026 Kids Speed & Conditioning in Apex
Meets Wednesdays 5:30-6:30pm at Apex Nature Park, 8/26/26 - 10/14/26.
Only 5 SPOTS LEFT!

• Fall 2026 Kids Fun Run & 3K Training in Holly Springs
Meets Sundays 4:00-5:00pm at Jones Park, 9/13/26 - 11/1/26

Sign up here : https://trianglerunsmart.com/training-classes

Register today to get a spot! Come join us for a fun fall season of working hard and making new friends!