Registration is now open for the 32nd Hennepin-Lake Classic, to be held on Sunday, August 2 at Lake Calhoun in Minneapolis. The event includes a 10K run, 5K run/walk and 1/4 and 1/2 mile youth run. Click here to register online.

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The USA Track and Field 2009 National Track Championships were held in Eugene, Oregon from June 25-28. The event also served as the qualifying meet for the World Track Championships to be held in Berlin, Germany from August 15-23.

Katie McGregor of Team USA Minnesota qualified for Worlds by placing third in the women's 10,000 meters event.

Click here for complete results from the US Championships.

It's spring, and time to get outside to run and walk. Are you receovery from injuries or trying to run or walk more efficiently? Consider learning more about ChiRunning and ChiWalking.

Chris Fuller is Minnesota's only certified ChiRunning and ChiWalking instructor. He has several upcoming workshops which will provide you with all the tools you need to enjoy the injury prevention and energy efficency that ChiRunning and ChiWalking provide.

Chris' upcoming worskhops:
ChiRunning Half-Day, 6/20/09, St Paul, MN

For complete information, go to the Training page of our site.

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