Running

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Target Group and Requirements

The course is suitable for beginner runners as well as returners of all ages who want to be systematically introduced to running without performance pressure and with a lot of fun under qualified guidance. Regular participation is recommended.

Contents and Goals

Under the motto: "From walking to running", the focus of the course is to give people enjoyment in running. The focus is on the ABC running school and the development of a good running technique. The aerobic endurance capacity is increased step by step. The course also contains important information and advice about running, such as the fundamentals of training, nutrition, and breathing techniques. Two instructors will accompany the course so that participants can be separated into smaller groups based on their individual needs and demands.

Particularities

Meeting Point for the First Session

The meeting point is in the northern sector of the stadium, right in front of the Interim, the multifunctional halls. After that, various running routes will be used within the stadium, on the Finnish track, around Königshügel, Lousberg, and Klinikum. Please wear sports clothing and running shoes from the very first session. The changing rooms are only partially available for use. Regular participation is recommended.

Target Group and Requirements

This course is designed for runners who have already gained some running experience, for example through the "Running Level 1" course, and can run for at least 30 minutes continuously.

Contents and Goals

Under the motto: "Run and move on!", the focus is on building up and expanding running ability and aerobic endurance skills. The goal is that at the end of the course, a transition is made to the running club or other running courses. Varied and diverse running routes with different terrains and surfaces are also explored. Additional exercises in the areas of coordination and strengthening complete the course. The course instructors are happy to provide information and advice on all aspects of running.

Particularities

Meeting Point for the First Session

The meeting point is in the northern sector of the stadium, right in front of the Interim, the multifunctional halls. After that, various running routes will be used within the stadium, on the Finnish track, around Königshügel, Lousberg, and Klinikum. Please wear sports clothing and running shoes from the very first session. The changing rooms are only partially available for use. Regular participation is recommended.

Target Group and Requirements

This course is targeted towards runners who are passionate about running and want to share this passion with like-minded people.

The basic requirement for participation is the ability to run at least 10 km continuously at an average pace of 10 km/h (pace: 6:00 min/km).

The running route consists of a large lap in the woods – a break-off or early return is possible in case of emergency, but can be complicated to pull off.

Contents and Goals

Depending on the daily conditions, you can run in a faster or slower group.
We will start in the direction of the Aachen forest. There we will run a large complete lap of about 10-13 km together. If you have too much energy, you can of course speed up at the hills and do a little extra lap.

During the run, you will have the opportunity to get to know other runners as well as the Aachen forest as a running environment and to arrange to run together beyond this meeting.

Particularities

Sign-up is required for the running group.

Meeting Point

The meeting point is in the parking lot at the traffic circle in front of Hangeweiher Park.

Corner of Herman-Löns-Allee/Aachener- und Münchener Allee

(coordinates: 50.76186002967323, 6.073496538051397)

There are no changing rooms or showers available. So please arrive there dressed in sportswear already.

Target Group and Requirements

The course is designed for runners who already have some experience in running and want to make running healthier through strength training in addition to the cardiovascular training aspect.

Contents and Goals

Targeted strength training is part of almost every sport today. Each exercise session begins with a 30- to 40-minute running session on different running paths around the Königshügel. In the second part of the course, the muscles required for endurance sports are strengthened using the participants' own body weight and various equipment, and a higher level of muscle performance is achieved. Special exercises address muscle groups overlooked during running to improve core stability and, thus, posture and movement technique. In general strength training, attention is paid to intermuscular coordination, which stands for stable muscles and, thus, for dynamic, harmonious, and powerful movement sequences, and, therefore, also incidentally protects from injuries. Inserted exercises to improve balance and fascia training complete the course.

Target Group and Requirements

This running course is aimed at all runners who wish to leave the wide roads and tracks and want to start or get more secure at running on small forest paths / trails.

The course requires that you have already gained some running experience, for example through the running courses Level 2 and that you can run for at least 60 minutes at a time.

Contents and Goals

At the center of the course program is the safe running on small paths and the joy of running in nature. For this, we will specifically train running uphill and downhill on trails. The running rounds are 8-10km each.

Since we run in the darker seasons as well, we will train running with a headlamp.
Furthermore, theoretical basics of training will be taught.

Equipment

A headlamp of at least 120 Lumen is required for participation. There is a limited number of headlamps, therefore, not for all participants, that can be borrowed for a course period . The loan is made by the instructor during the course hours.

Particularities

The meeting point is the Park & Ride parking lot at Westfriedhof. Please arrive dressed in sportswear and running shoes. There are no changing and shower facilities available at the meeting point. Regular participation in the course is recommended.

Target Group and Requirements

This course is aimed at runners of all ages with previous experience.

Contents and Goals

If you want to run faster and increase your endurance at higher running speeds, then this is the right course you. Because the best way to run faster is to run quickly - and frequently!

That is the core concept of the course. The emphasis will be on the regular completion of an interval training, that can be adapted in form and intensity to suit the individual.

The second important aspect of this course is the fact, that the intervals are run together with other people, increasing the motivation to run quickly. Over the duration of the course different Tempo-Teams will thereby be formed.

Target group and prerequisites

The course is aimed at runners who want to take part in the Lousberlauf.

Content and objectives

Would you like to run the Lousberlauf? With this offering we provide group training. With the shared goal of preparing for the Lousberlauf, you can train together and support each other. You will also receive valuable training tips for continuing a running program after the Lousberlauf.

Thanks to the cooperation with the Techniker Krankenkasse and the University Health Management (UGM), the program is offered free of charge.

Special note

A limited number of places are reserved in coordination with Techniker Krankenkasse and are protected by a password.