StartingLineNewsletter0415

VOLUME 6, ISSUE 4 • APRIL 2015 •

NEW RUNNING ZONE PRODUCTS DEBUT TO BEST SERVE THE RUNNING COMMUNITY

KAITLIN DONNER – INTERNATIONAL TRIATHLON CHAMPION!

2 RUNNING ZONE THE STARTING LINE DON & DENISE’S DEN

New Running Zone products debut to best serve the running community As running continues to increase in popularity across the Space Coast we at Running Zone continue to find new ways to stay abreast of our favorite sport.

In This Issue: 1,154 participants took times in the Corporate 5K...........3 The Next Steps..................3 Save the Date: April 11 – The Long Doggers Kid's Marathon (2.62 miles) & Half Marathon (1.31 miles).......................4 Kaitlin Donner – International Triathlon Champion!...........5 New Balance April Special.............................5 Running Zone April Special.............................5

To that end we will be introducing several new and expanded ways to keep everyone connected. n We will be launching a new, re-designed and

deeper Running Zone website. Look for the new site in April. n We will be debuting a blog on the website to

post the latest news and keep everyone informed on new and/or upcoming events, new products, new trends and anything pertaining to running that catches our eye. The blog debuts in April. n We will be changing the publication cycle of

The April newsletter, which you are reading now, is the final one in the monthly publishing cycle.

The quarterly edition debuts in July.

Rest assured between now and the debut of the new products we will be discussing, dissecting and determining what we believe will best serve the running community.

To that end we welcome input from the people who matter the most, the runners, walkers and triathletes who are our customers and our friends.

Please feel free to say hello at the next event, drop by the store, call us at 321-751-8890 or drop us a line from www.runningzone.com/sitecontact Thank you for your continued support.

The Starting Line newsletter from monthly to quarterly. We will take advantage of the blog to post news in a more-timely manner and at the same time use the quarterly cycle to expand the newsletter’s offerings.

Why I Run: Tammy Castagnaro.......................6 New Products at Running Zone................................6 Employee Spotlight: Meet Jeni Ritter..........................7 Gecko Club April Special ....7 Running & Depression........8 Running Zone Foundation Race Series Registration......9 2014-15 Running Zone Foundation Race Series Calendar........................11 Gecko Club Registration Form...............................12

Get ready for Pirate Plunder 2 Miler Saturday night at Meg O’Malley’s!

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1,154 participants took times in the Corporate 5K

By Mark DeCotis

Maybe Mike Acosta has the secret weapon for success when it comes to winning the Overall Male CEO championship in the FLORIDA TODAY Corporate 5K: Pizza.

Acosta, 37 of Viera and CEO of Viera Pizza, captured the CEO laurels for the fifth straight year on March 12, covering the distance in 21 minutes and 14 seconds.

The race began and ended at FIT Aviation at Melbourne International Airport.

Angela Coram, 36, of Palm Bay and Pepper Tree Sandwich Shoppe, captured the Overall Female CEO crown in 23:37.

The overall race victories went to Tory Johansen, 24, of Melbourne and Northrup Viera Pizza’s Mike Acosta wins his fifth Grumman in 16:59 and Kim Hunger, 34, of straight Overall Male CEO championship in the FLORIDA TODAY Corporate 5K. Palm Bay and Health First in 20:22.

Hunger was 16th overall, Acosta 28th 1,000 to 4,999 employees, 78; and Health and Coram 88th.

First, companies with more than 5,000

In all 1,154 participants took times. employees, 108.

Awards were presented in 27 different

More than 60 local companies and categories. corporations participated.

Participation awards went to Relm Wireless for companies with less than 100 employees, 40; IAP World Services for companies with 100-999 employees, 93; Northrup Grumman for companies with

May 9th, 2015 @ 7:00am, Eastern Florida State College Wickham Park Pavilion This is the race that started it all!

n Hawaiian Luau with Hula Dancers! n Festive Leis for all Finishers n Dress in your favorite Hawaiian Attire n Fun Gecko Awards n Zippy the Gecko Mascot to lead the Kid's Run n Hawaiian Breakfast catered

by Pizza Gallery & Grill n Random giveaway of a paddleboard from Paddleboard House Benefits: Leukemia Lymphoma Society's Team in Training (Brevard County Chapter)

Health First’s Kim Hunger crosses the finish line to win the FLORIDA TODAY Corporate 5K overall women’s title.

Tory Johansen of Melbourne and Northrup Grumman scores the overall victory in the FLORIDA TODAY Corporate 5K.

Angela Coram, 36, of Palm Bay and Pepper Tree Sandwich Shoppe, captures the Overall Female CEO crown in the FLORIDA TODAY Corporate 5K.

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Save the Date: April 11 – The Long Doggers Kid's Marathon (2.62 miles) & Half Marathon (1.31 miles)

By Mark DeCotis

The start of the 2014 Long Doggers Kid’s Half Marathon.

The Long Doggers Kid's Marathon (2.62 miles) and Half Marathon (1.31 miles) will take place April 11 at Melbourne Beach’s Ryckman Park.

Start time is 7:30 a.m.

The race fee is $15 before April 10. The fee for the Double Dog Dare is $25. Race day registration costs $20 for a single race and $30 for the Double Dog Dare.

For complete race information visit www.runningzone.com/series/news2/1731 or call 321-751-8890

“This is a great event for kids 12 and under,” said race director Denise Piercy.

Parents can run with their children free of cost with waiver. All finishers receive a medal with a special award to the Double Dog

Michael Toppi finishes the Double Dog Dare!

Dare finishers.

The largest school participation receives $250 for their school.

The event benefits the M.O.R.G.A.N. Zippy helps Graceyn finish the race!

Project.

1,154 participants took times in the Corporate 5K

Melbourne Beach’s Alan Goodman shares a moment with Running Zone’s Laura Sanchez who is decked out in her business best.

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Melbourne’s Jonathan Neptune is all smiles as he crosses the finish line in the FLORIDA TODAY Corporate 5K.

Palm Bay’s Lisa Willett enjoys a sense of accomplishment at the FLORIDA TODAY Corporate 5K.

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Kaitlin Donner – International Triathlon Champion!

By Mark DeCotis

Melbourne’s Kaitlin Donner is an international triathlon champion.

Donner, a candidate for the 2016 U.S. Olympic Triathlon team and a Team Running Zone member in her spare time, won the 2015 New Plymouth ITU Triathlon World Cup race in New Zealand in 1 hour and 18 seconds on March 15.

She beat Team USA teammate Renee Tomlin by one second to claim the Elite Women crown for her first victory on the international stage.

The race consisted of a 750-meter swim in very rough conditions, a 20K bike and 5K run in driving rain and cold temperatures.

The choppy ocean didn’t daunt Donner.

“Being from our area in Florida, I have grown up in and around the ocean so I am very comfortable in the water which is half the battle,” she said.

“I did an open water 1K swim race in Australia where the water was very rough so had some confidence in that.”

Also, she relied on her training.

“I think the training time I spent in Cl-

APRIL SPECIAL

Kaitlin Donner atop the podium at the New Plymouth triathlon in New Zealand.

I have been working a lot on the mental aspect of racing through a lot of visualization and self talk, I practice it during workouts, especially the tough ones, so it comes naturally during races. – KAITLIN DONNER ermont before coming overseas, my attention to detail, visualization and strength played a huge part in this race,” she said.

“I have been working a lot on the mental aspect of racing through a lot of visualization and self talk, I practice it during workouts, es-

pecially the tough ones, so it comes naturally during races.”

And while the victory is important and obviously special for Donner, it also is part of the bigger picture.

Donner continues her busy schedule with the April 11 Gold Coast WTS race in Australia and races in Japan and London in May.

“It’s still a big work in progress,” Donner said. “I don’t think it has still sunk in yet.

It sets me up well in terms of points and being able to get a start in the races I want, but with ITU racing you have to stay on your game and anything can happen.

“So I have actually decided not to race Cape Town, South Africa and will come home right after Gold Coast then likely head over to Yokohama/London again a few weeks later. It’s a very fine balance of doing enough work to stay fresh, while not doing too much to feel flat while getting over jet lag since we are 15 hours ahead here.”

Donner was 10th in Abu Dhabi to start the 2015 season. Her last podium finish was in the 2014 Tiszaujvaros ITU Triathlon World Cup where she placed third.

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Why I Run: Tammy Castagnaro

By Mark DeCotis

Tammy Castagnaro is the proud mother of three boys: Devin, Joey and Anthony. She lives in Satellite Beach and is the Clinical Supervisor at Live Longer Medical Practice in Indialantic.

lives form week to week. With the pace this world demands, our running allows us to stay connected and enjoy each other's company each week.

Why I Run: I love my family, my job, and I

certainly love running. In addition to running, I have a true passion for all types of exercise. I enjoy weight lifting, Cross Fit training, surfing, I'm an active triathlete and I'm proud to say I completed my first marathon this past November.

I started running as a result of my middle son, Joey, starting to run competitively in eight grade. It was my chance to stay connected with him and have a common passion and additional bond - and what a passion it has become.

The primary reason I have continued with my running passion is that still to this day, each time I set out for a run I truly feel Tammy Castagnaro in motion. the presence of my son who is continuing his education at FSU where he was a member of ships that I have developed and nurtured the cross country and track teams. It truly through the years are absolutely priceless. provides me with such a genuinely soothing emotional state and feeling that it has become When I Run and Why: Most of my runan integral part of my life. ning is done with a group of women three

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Where I Run and Why: I'm so fortunate to live beachside which enables me to run the causeways, river runs along South Tropical, and my absolute favorite running the beach at low tide. Anywhere I can run where the water is in sight is perfect for me.

Worst Running Experience I Learned the Most From: Ironically my worst run-

ning experience became my most valuable running lesson. Last spring while on a run over the Melbourne Causeway, I experienced calf cramping of a lifetime. For all of us who have encountered this painful condition, you know exactly how debilitating this can be. From this I learned that proper hydration is not solely about consuming enough fluids a few days leading up to a race. A proper hydration program is so incredibly important. Its not a once in a while thing, its an all the time thing.

Finally, I would be terribly remiss if I didn't thank the experts at The Running Zone. The help, support and guidance they have provided over the years has been

invaluable.

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MEET JENI RITTER This past month we welcomed a new face to the Running Zone Race Management Team. Jeni Ritter joined us as the new Race Coordinator for RZ as we have to bid a farewell to Corie Odden.

Corie has been with Running Zone for close to two years and quickly established herself as the go-to-girl for the Race Directors! Corie and her family are leaving us for North Carolina where we anticipate she will be just as resourceful and helpful! Jeni Ritter will be the point of contact for all new and established races that Running Zone times and helps manage. She is from Columbus, Ohio, attended Ashland University, The Ohio State University and Florida International University and in recent years was the Swim Coach at Florida Tech. Good luck to Corie, and welcome Jeni to the early mornings and race management life!

Jeni and Corie getting down to business at the FLORIDA TODAY Corporate 5K.

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Running & Depression

By Richard C. Wilson, DPM Melbourne Podiatry Associates

Emily truly suffered from depression. At 45, she was overweight, divorced, under-employed, and her self-esteem was non-existent.

Six months of treatment with numerous antidepressant medications did nothing more than make her sleepy. And the weekly counseling session with the psychologist seemed like a waste of time.

One day, while in the doctor’s waiting

room, Emily noticed a beautiful, well-dressed 30-year-old woman, Karen. Emily struck up a conversation with Karen and discovered that, although she was wealthy, gorgeous, happily married, a mother of two beautiful daughters, a prominent professional, and she also was being treated for severe depression. And, like Emily, she was not responding very well.

Emily thought to herself, “How can she be depressed? She has everything going for her.”

The two women exchanged phone numbers and kept in touch. Shortly thereafter, Emily read an article about running and depression. She decided to try running. She read up on shoes, stretches, and training.

After a few short runs with her teenage son, she was hooked. After a short while, she felt great. Her weight dropped, she had more energy, and her self-esteem soared. She began to get attention from males. In less than a year, she had discontinued all treatment, got a better job, and was leading a very happy life.

She told Karen about running and she started doing it too. Her symptoms are decreasing as well.

Depression is a complex, multi-faceted disorder, which is incompletely understood by medical science. It involves an imbalance of neurotransmitters in the brain, but also has psychological components. It affects every part of a person’s life, including overall physical health. It is characterized by sadness, malaise, guilt, fatigue, and irritability, and can lead to insomnia, eating disorders, and even suicidal ideation. It is not caused solely by external conditions of one’s life. This is why someone, such as Karen, who “has no reason to be depressed” was. Depression can affect anybody, anywhere, regardless of income, gender, age, etc. In fact, according to the National Institute of Mental Health, depression is the leading cause of disability in people between the ages of 15 to 44.

The good news is that exercise, especial-

The good news is that exercise, especially running, has been shown to decrease depression. It is not necessarily a substitute for other treatment, but it does have a place. ly running, has been shown to decrease depression. It is not necessarily a substitute for other treatment, but it does have a place. A met-analysis (review study of data compiled from many articles) of studies of exercise and depression was recently done and identified 39 studies involving 2,326 patients. Exercise was found to be equally as effective as pharmacological or psychological treatment.

How does exercise help to fight depression? Although not completely understood, it appears that two biochemical events are responsible. First, exercise causes release of several chemicals that ease depression, notably endorphins, which are the body’s natural painkillers. Secondly, a recent Swedish study identified the role of a chemical called kynurenine, which is produced in the liver in response to stress. This chemical can travel to the brain and aggravate depression.

Exercise causes muscles to release an enzyme that converts harmful kynurenine to harmless kynurenic acid, which cannot get into the brain.

In addition to these biochemical improvements of depression in runners, several other benefits occur. Running reduces immune system chemicals that worsen depres-

sion. Running increases body temperature, which has a calming effect on the body.

Running improves sleep, and reduces stress and anxiety. It reduces body fat, improving physical appearance and self-esteem. It increases energy levels. It strengthens bones and muscles. It strengthens the heart and lowers blood pressure. It can promote social interaction. Finally, it boosts self-confidence.

The benefits of running in improving mood and combatting depression are well established. Furthermore, these positives effects are realized rather quickly. A study from the University of Texas found that depressive symptoms decreased 50 percent after only 12 weeks of exercise.

In summary, it is clear that running can reduce the effects of depression. As we all know, runners are healthier and happier.

Dr. Wilson, a Melbourne native and Florida Gator,

earned his doctorate degree from the Illinois College of podiatric Medicine in Chicago. After completing a surgical residence in Chicago, Dr. Wilson returned to Melbourne where he has been practicing with Melbourne Podiatry Associates for 30 years. The good doctor is passionate about his profession; running – a sport in which he has reveled for more than 45 years – and writing, particularly about all things running and foot related.

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2 I RUN FOR PIZZA FOOTBALL KICKOFF 5K, Saturday, August 10th, 7:00 am at The Avenue in Viera ■ Support your Favorite Football Team on Race Day ■ Awesome Pizza and Football Awards ■ Special Award for the Most Supported Football Team!

■ Zippy the Gecko Mascot to lead the Kids’ Run ■ Tailgate Party after race catered by Pizza Gallery & Grill!

■ Benefits Suntree/Viera Youth Football & Cheerleading League, & WEGO Ministries ■ Random giveaway of NFL Football Tickets (any Florida Team) plus 1 Hotel night stay for two!

FIRECRACKER 5K, Thursday, July 4th, 7:00am at the Liberty Bell Museum (across from Holmes Regional on Hickory St.) ■ Start the race with the ringing of a replica of the Liberty Bell ■ American Flags to all Finishers ■ Most Patriotic Costume Contest ■ Special awards to top Local Hero Teams (Military/Fire/Police)!

■ Zippy the Gecko Mascot to lead the Kids' Run ■ Breakfast catered by Suntree Café II ■ Honor America Parade after the race ■ Benefits Honor America ■ Random giveaway of one iPad!

Our 2013-2014 Series:

Health First Health Plans and Running Zone Foundation welcome you to the 9th annual Running Zone Foundation Race Series. This year’s Series offers seven fun and family-friendly events including four 5Ks, one 3K and two 2-milers.

We offer these shorter distances to promote participation among both walkers and runners of all ages and abilities.

And, knowing that being part of a team can provide a sense of camaraderie and extra encouragement, we offer team awards in two categories for each race as well as the overall series.

Our Team Challenge lets any five friends, family members and/or co-workers enjoy the fun of competing together against other teams in the same category.

The School Team Challenge provides fitness and increased self-esteem for those 14 and under. More than 1500 children in elementary and middle school have participated this season and Running Zone can help your school develop a walking or running program for your students. Parents and teachers can form an open team under the school name.

Team division details appear later in this brochure or can be found in the Running Zone Race Series section of our website at www.runningzone.com/series/

6 PIRATE PLUNDER 2 MILER, Saturday, April 5th, 6:30 pm at Meg O’Malley’s ■ Best Pirate Costume Awards ■ Fun Pirate Awards ■ Zippy the Gecko Mascot to lead the Kids' Run ■ Great Pirate Party at Meg O’Malley’s after the race!

■ Benefits Cocoa High School Track & Field Program and the Children's Hunger Project Backpack Program.

■ Random giveaway a 3-day cruise for 2 to the Bahamas out of Port Canaveral!

7 RUN FOR THE GECKO HAWAIIAN LUAU 5K, Saturday, May 10th, 7:00 am at BCC/Wickham Park Pavilion ■ Hawaiian Luau with hula dancers!

■ Festive Leis for all Finishers ■ Dress in your favorite Hawaiian Attire ■ Fun Gecko Awards ■ Zippy the Gecko Mascot to lead the Kids’ Run ■ Hawaiian Breakfast catered by Pizza Gallery & Grill!

■ Benefits Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Team in Training!

■ Random giveaway of a paddleboard from Paddleboard House!

*Must show participant’s race number for discounts to the Zoo.

5 BREVARD ZOO’S MEERKAT MOSEY 3K, Saturday, February 15th at the Zoo (7:00 am – No Monkey Business, 7:35 am – Scenic Route at the Brevard Zoo) ■ Check out Zoo Animals during the Run/Walk ■ Fun Meerkat Awards ■ 50% Off Admission for All Participants on Race Day* ■ Zippy the Gecko Mascot to lead the Kids' Run ■ Breakfast catered by Pizza Gallery & Grill!

■ Benefits Brevard Zoo ■ Random giveaway of one day Disney Tickets and 1 Hotel night stay for two!

4 JINGLE BELL 2 MILER, Saturday, December 21st, 5:45 pm at the Satellite Beach Library ■ Santa Hats to the 1st 500 Entrants ■ Jingle Bells for Everyone’s Shoes ■ Best Holiday Costume and Fun Stocking Awards ■ Santa Arrival on Fire Truck ■ Zippy the Gecko Mascot to lead the Kids' Run ■ Food provided by Long Doggers!

■ Benefits M Town Track Club – Gowins Youth Foundation ■ Random giveaway LCD TV!

3 GHOSTLY GECKO 5K, Saturday, October 19th, 6:30 pm at the Eau Gallie Civic Center ■ Best Halloween Costume Contest ■ Halloween Goodie Bags to All Finishers ■ Fun Ghostly Gecko Awards ■ Zippy the Gecko Mascot to lead the Kids' Run ■ Food provided by Squid Lips!

■ Awards ceremony following all races on Squid Lips beach ■ Benefits J. Kyle Braid Scholarship Program ■ Random giveaway of Halloween Horror Night Tickets & 1 Hotel night stay for two!

($21.43 per race versus $28.00) (before Race Day) (before Race Day) (Race Day) (Race Day) (No Race day registration)

$15.00 ($20 Race Day)

Corporate/Organizational Group Rate: Put together a group of 10 or more participants and receive a group rate.

Call Running Zone for more details.

**Children 12 years old or under will receive a cotton shirt. You may upgrade to a technical shirt by electing an individual or team registration.

(Youth Medium & Adult Small sizing only in cotton)

Kid’s Registration:**

*Receive a $46.00 discount for signing up for all seven races in the series at once. Must be received by July 3rd, one day prior to the start of the 2013-2014 series.

Series Registration: $150.00* Individual Registration: $28.00 Gecko Club Members: $25.00 Individual Registration: $31.00 Gecko Club Members: $28.00 Team/School Registration: $25.00

Fees (Entry fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.)

Please use the back page of this brochure to register for any of Running Zone Foundation Race Series races. Registration is also available online at www.runningzone.com/series. Day of race registration opens 1 hour before all races. Late registration closes 10 minutes before each race begins. Award ceremony will begin immediately following each race.

Please mail all registration forms to: Running Zone, 3696 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne, FL 32935 Make checks or money orders payable to: Running Zone.

Registration

School Participation Awards: 1st, 2nd & 3rd Place Plaques

Overall Male & Female $1000 CASH & Free Entry to the 2014-2015 Race Series 2nd Place Overall Male $500 CASH & Free Entry to the & Female Winners 2014-2015 Race Series 3rd Place Overall Male $350 CASH & Free Entry to the & Female Winners 2014-2015 Race Series Top Male & Female $250 CASH & Free Entry Masters Winners to the 2014-2015 Race Series Age Group Male & $100 Gift Certificate to Running Female First Place Zone Age Group Male & $50 Gift Certificate to Running Female Second Place Zone Age Group Male & $25 Gift Certificate to Running Female Third Place Zone Team Awards: 1st, 2nd & 3rd Place Plaques

Series Awards

Being a part of a team can be very rewarding. All you need is a minimum of 5 people (1 person of the opposite sex) that want to be part of the team. Everyone on the team saves $3.00 on the entry fees and you may be able to start training together for one or all of the upcoming races.

All races provide participants with awesome technical (moisture wicking/non-cotton) tee shirts, Chronotrack timing and a festive post-race party. In addition, there will be a guest appearance by Zippy, our Gecko mascot, to start each of the free kids’ runs and to help with the awards presentation. Our standard overall and age group awards will be presented for each race along with door prizes and giveaways.

There is a $10,000 purse in prizes and gift certificates for the top series finishers.

9-11 35-39 65-69

12-14 40-44 70-74

15-19 45-49 75-79

20-24 50-54 80+

25-29 55-59

The standings after each race will be calculated and displayed on Running Zone’s website at www.runningzone.com/series/

Standings

Scoring will be based on 6 races. If you participate in all 7 events, your lowest score will be dropped.

Note: Your age group for the Series is determined by your age in the first series event in which you participate in during the season.

At the end of the series, individuals who accumulate the most points receive awesome cash, gift certificates and prizes, and are recognized by Running Zone in June 2014.

Race Drop

The first 10 runners/walkers overall will receive 100, 90, 80, 70, 60, 50, 40, 30, 20, and 10 points in the open competition. The first 10 runners/walkers within each age group will receive 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, and 1 point in their age group competition.

Scoring & Points

8 & Under 30-34 60-64

Standard Race Series Age Divisions

Series races are scored for runners and walkers in all age categories. Participants in the series must complete a minimum of FOUR series races to be eligible for the series awards.

Eligibility

Gather your family, friends and co-workers! Teams must participate in at least four series races to be eligible for the series award.

Awards will be given to the top three teams. Each team consists of at least five members with one of the members being the opposite sex. The top four of the same sex and the 1st member of the opposite sex will be scored.

School Team Challenge: (Elementary and Middle Schools Only) An award will be given to the top three elementary or middle schools that have the largest participation. The School Team Challenge applies to each race as well as the series. Schools must participate in at least four series races to be eligible for the series award. Students only count towards participation challenge. Parents and teachers can form an open team.

(No Team Race Day Registration)

Team Competition

Start A Team

Amenities

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FOUNDATION

A Running & Walking Club “Not Just for Lizards”

Promoting fitness & healthy, active lifestyles.

Membership includes:

● $25.00 Off Coupon* on any purchase of $75.00 or more

to Running Zone ● Brooks Technical (not cotton) Gecko Club Tee-Shirt ● Gu or Powergel ● Laminated Gecko Club Membership Card ● Monthly Newsletter and periodic email bulletins ● Weekly Fun Runs / Walks – FREE ● 10% Off All Running Zone Merchandise (all year long) ● Discounts from other area businesses partnering with Gecko Club ● $3.00 Off All Running Zone Foundation Race Series Races ● 10% Off All Training Programs offered

Membership Options & Pricing Annual Membership Plan – $40.00 Kid’s Plan* (12 & Under) – $15.00 *$25.00 Off Coupon excludes Kid’s Plan

For more information contact: Running Zone Gecko Club, 3696 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne, FL 32935 Call 321-751-8890 or visit www.RunningZone.com

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