I am so excited to announce Wrecking Routine’s first ever virtual race!

Resolution Run 5k! What is it?

The Resolution Run 5k is a virtual race to kick off 2015 on the right foot!

When is it?

January 1-7, 2015. Any time. All accountability pictures must be submitted by midnight on January 7. This is one of the best parts about virtual 5k’s; you have a full week to run it!

How much does it cost?

$0. That’s right; this race is FREE! The goal is to get up and get moving through the holidays as you spend the next month or two training, and then kick butt on race day itself!

Why should you register?

Many of us tend to get lazy around the holidays and procrastinate our fitness goals until the new year rolls around. Knowing that you have to tackle 3.1 miles during the first week of 2015 will help keep you motivated to stay active throughout the holiday season and not slack off. Plus, how badass would you feel if you ran a 5k within the first week of the new year?

Who can register?

Anyone over the age of 18! A virtual race means there is no pressure to make a certain cut off time; it is truly for all ability levels.

How does a virtual race work?

1. Register for the race using the form below. (It’s free!)
2. Train for the race. Even though the race is not officially timed, you should still train on some level so you can beast out those 3.1 miles.
3. Receive your electronic race bib. Print it and wear it during your 5k if you’d like!
4. Run your 5k between January 1-7, 2015. You can run it inside, outside, in the morning, at night, running, walking, crawling, your choice!
5. Submit your accountability picture: sweaty face, watch time, treadmill time,the course you ran, whatever you want to show that you did it! You can submit your picture via email (wreckingroutine@gmail.com) or through social media using #virtual5k and tagging @wreckingroutine.
6. Be entered into a finisher’s raffle!

What could you win in the raffle?

Just for completing the 5k, and submitting your accountability picture, you will be entered into a pretty sweet raffle! Each finisher will be given a number based on when you submit your picture, and winners will be chosen by a random number generator. Here is what you could win:

• 1 finisher will receive a bag of Skoop B-Strong! (You can read my review of Skoop here.)
• 2 finishers will each receive two single servings of ENERGYbits! (You can read my review of ENERGYbits here.)
• 1 finisher will receive a $25 Target giftcard!
• 2 finishers will receive a free entry to a 2015 Burn of their choice!

What if you can’t wait for the raffle?

You can save 10% on Skoop with the code ROUTINE10. You can also save 10% on ENERGYbits with the code BLOG.

How should you train?

If you’re new to running or consistent activity, I highly recommend starting with a Couch to 5k program. You can find a whole bunch free online, but I like this one and this one the best. If you’re not new to running or consistent activity, and regularly complete 30 minutes of exercise three times a week, then consider a one or two month Wrecking Routine run plan. If you opt in for the accountability piece, we will chat once a week either over Facebook, google, email, or by phone to see how your training is progressing.  Email me at wreckingroutine@gmail.com if you have any questions about any of these plans!

The two month plan lasts 9 weeks and will have you ready to run your 5k on January 3. I suggest starting this plan on November 3. (Click the banner to be taken to Paypal.)

The one month plan lasts 5 weeks and will have you prepared to run your 5k on January 3. I suggest starting this plan on December 1. (Click the banner to be taken to Paypal)

If you are currently doing the Fall Burn, and/or plan to register for the Holiday Burn (Dec 2 – January 3), then you don’t need these run plans as the Burns have a 5k run plan you can focus on.

Register:*

To register for the FREE Resolution Run 5k, just click here or fill in this form! *Disclaimer – By entering this race, or purchasing a training plan, you agree that you are at least 18 years old. Please consult your physician before starting any new workout program.

RQ: How do you stay active through the holidays? Have you ever run a virtual race before?

Brooke Selb

I’m Brooke Selb, a Personal Trainer and Health Coach specializing in helping busy moms and moms to be to easily juggle mom life with family friendly recipes, and easy exercise routines to help you achieve your fitness goals that fit in with your already busy life with sound nutritional advice.