Join a fun loving group who likes to push each other while cheering on the wins of everybody in the group!
You'll meet in person on Tuesdays while completing the rest of the run plan on your own throughout the week.
Build lasting running form, prevent injuries before they start, and find your people along the way. All abilities welcome — from walk/run beginners to marathon chasers.
Pre-Season: Sundays April 19, 26 & May 3
Tuesdays 7-8p Starting May 12
goal race: mankato marathon
ready to run
Pre-Season Workshops
Three Sunday sessions at Functional Fitness in Redwood Falls (700 E Bridge Street) to build your foundation before the season begins. 4:30–6:00pm each session. No experience required.
01
april 19
Warm Up?
Explore new research on why warm-ups matter and how to build one designed specifically for your body — your past injuries, your stride, your schedule, your current fitness. One size does not fit all.
02
april 26
running form for ease & injury prevention
Posture, arm swing, stride types — and a treadmill video review of your own form. Walk away with personal suggestions to run more efficiently and with less risk of injury.
03
may 3
your personal system
Learn to assess your own training response, read your body's daily signals, factor in mental health, and build a flexible season plan that actually fits your life and goals.
FF Redwood Falls Gym
4:30-6:00pm Sundays
April 19, 26 & May 3
All Levels Welcome
weekly training
Tuesday Run Club
Weekly coached sessions starting May 12. Usually at RVHS track, with other locations for variety, training value, and weather. First meeting at Functional Fitness in Redwood Falls. 700 E Bridge Street.
Tuesdays 7-8pm
Consistent weekly structure starting May 12 through the season
Walk/Run Welcome
Starting from scratch? You're exactly who this club is built for
Ages 15 & Up
Welcoming community across all ages and fitness backgrounds
No Comparisons
Pressure-free environment focused on your personal progress
weekly guidance includes
Coached group run sessions
Training plan adjustments for other days
Injury prevention monitoring
Form cues and real-time feedback
Community accountability
race options (mankato marathon, october)
5k - accessible for all
10k - strong intermediate goal
Half Marathon - 13.1 miles
Full Marathon - for the committed
Other group races planned throughout season
Great running seasons aren't built on grind culture. They're built on smart preparation, honest self-assessment, and genuine community.
A Long Run – An easy paced run to help the body build the resources needed for structural and cardiovascular endurance.
Tempo Runs – These Progressive Runs Train The Body To Maintain A Desired Pace While Training For An Event.
Interval Runs – Short and fast (for you) runs with time in between to recover before going hard again. these runs build speed, endurance, and the ability to mentally endure intense training. (trust us, you will get stronger and look forward to these!)
one in person run each week – The group will start meeting tuesdays at 7pm. After labor day, we'll shift either earlier tuesday or to sundays to enjoy daylight on our runs.
End with a race – The entire group is encouraged to register for one of the races offered in mankato over october 17-18. Put your training to good use when you register for a 5k, 10k, 1/2 or full marathon! You'll have the group cheering you on in the final hoopla!
Our Coaching philosophy: your plan must be specific enough to drive steady progress toward your goal, and flexible enough to adjust as life and the season evolve. We coordinate your running with everything else you're doing -- strength training, cycling, swimming, triathlons, walking, vacation events - so the pieces fit together instead of compete.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Run Club RWF meet?
Sundays - April 19, 26 & May 3.
Tuesdays starting May 12, 7pm.
I already run, should I still join?
You are welcome to join this group. We'll help you improve your form, prevent injuries and improve your time through guidance and a running plan that didn't just get pulled from the internet!
Do I need to be a member of Functional Fitness?
There is no need to join Functional Fitness to participate. We have member pricing & non-member pricing to accommodate everybody!
Make sure to check with your personal Physician to determine if this mild program is a safe choice for your participation.
What's the cost?
Payments will run monthly starting at the beginning of the program. Cost depends on whether you're a current member with Functional Fitness or not!
FF Members - $29/mo
Non-Members - $39/mo
Payments will automatically run on May 6 and monthly from there are a total of 5 payments due throughout the program.
All you need to do to join is complete the registration form. Once your registration form comes through, Functional Fitness will be in touch in setting up your billing.
TESTIMONIAL
Why join Run Club?
"Lace up and join us—you won’t regret it!"
What makes Run Club special isn’t just the miles we log but the sense of community that comes with it. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a beginner taking on your first 5K, there’s a place for you here. You get a program designed to thoughtfully help you achieve your goal.
We show up for one another too, whether it’s to cheer each other at the start/end of a race or to meet up for tacos, talking, and even a margarita!
If you’re looking for a run club that’s more about encouragement and less about competition, this is the place to be.
- Tammy Freese
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