Join us for one of our 2-day sessions: February 5th &12th March 4th &11th. Time: 9:00 a.m. to 12 p.m. Location: Kalamazoo College Pool Click here for more info
Who is ready to ring in the New Year by going for a run or walk with hundreds of your closest friends?! Whether you are a recreational runner/walker, mid-pack age grouper or elite athlete, New Year’s runs are always a great way to say farewell to last year and to say welcome to a new year of opportunities. Below are a few of the celebratory events in West Michigan. Grab your friends, neighbors, relatives and teammates and join the fun. Wolverine Resolution Run (4 mile) – Dec 31, 3:30pm, East Grand Rapids New Years Eve Run, Walk & Ramble (5K) – Dec 31, 6:00pm, Holland John Daley Memorial One One Run (2.2 or 4.4 mile) – Jan 1, 1:00pm, Kalamazoo
Athletic Mentors would like to congratulate Brent Tate on his commitment to play for Bowling Green University starting for the 2012 season. We started working with Brent last spring by developing a pre-hernia training program to keep him in the best shape possible before he underwent surgery. After a successful surgery, AM got Brent back into shape in time to do serious summer training by participating in our Elite Summer Hockey Camp. Throughout the summer Brent worked extremely hard and went into The USHL’s Lincoln Stars pre-season camp in excellent condition. “Brent has impressed me from the first day I met him with his toughness, both physically and mentally. He showed up every day for our summer training camp prior
Swimmers, are you ready to take your stroke to the next level? Sign up now for Athletic Mentor’s popular Swim Stroke Analysis Clinic slated for January 8 & 15th, 2012 with Coach Belco and Cricket! We’ll teach you the latest, most effective methods to develop your stroke, specific to your needs, your ability, and your body type. Our two-session clinic includes structured training, technique analysis and tips on form. You’ll learn pioneering techniques for breathing, curing cross-overs, improving body roll, shoulder injury, rhythm, timing and more to get maximum efficiency out of your stroke. Our limited enrollment clinics provide for a very personalized focus, which allows us to help you train “smarter.” The fusion of video analysis and years of
Mark your calendars for the annual holiday event to benefit Mel Trotter Ministries sponsored by Team Priority Health on Thursday December 15th from 7-11 PM at McFadden’s Restaurant at 58 Ionia SW. This has become a large event where members of the fitness community enjoy an evening together while supporting a great cause. In addition to the Men’s underwear and socks that we have been collecting in the past there is a need for Women’s and Children’s underwear and socks this year so plan to bring underwear and socks and/or make a donation. Tell your friends and family and join other members of the fitness community for a fun night that benefits a great cause. See how successful the event
Athletic Mentors is pleased to announce its 2012 sponsorship of the Grand Rapids Triathlon. This triathlon event is a chance for athletes of all skill levels to compete on a scenic riverside course, perfect for the novice through the seasoned triathlete. This USA Triathlon sanctioned event promises heart pounding excitement from start to the finish. It will happen on June 10, 2012. This group of triathletes are passionate about growing a healthy community. Kudos to this group for bringing a USAT Sanctioned Sprint, Olympic and Half to the Grand Rapids area! To support the effort, participate, or review training plans we’ll be posting on the Grand Rapids Tri website, please visit http://www.grandrapidstri.com/
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