Becoming a RRCA Certified Running Coach

A couple weeks prior, I sat in a classroom in East Hanover, NJ for a course to prep me to become a Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) Certified Running Coach.  The classroom was held on the second floor of the REI retail store.  About 30 other people filled the rest of the seats, some came to enhance their coaching businesses, some wanting to start a new business, and some just wanted to have more knowledge to run better.  I think we all left with a better understanding of how to run better.

Besides learning a lot of information to help runners do their best with simple tips on running faster and stronger.  The most important thing I came away with was the fact that I now have additional tools to help make our world a healthier place for our children to step into.  I am so excited knowing that as I become a better runner, I hope that I can inspire more and more people to become active.  Whatever the exercise, our world is becoming healthier!

Along with the fact that I am a mentor for Team for Kids, whose mission is to end childhood obesity, is a great combo!  Currently I have been assigned 4 mentees, who have different degrees of running abilities.  Some have run the race before, but most have never done 26.2 miles ever.  My goal is to provide as much support and motivation, so that they will be able to complete the 2011 ING New York City Marathon.  It’s really an experience that you need to add to your bucket list.
I look forward to helping all runners become better runners!

Well on the day before Independence Day 2011, July 3^rd to be exact.  After marking off the 100 question test online, I held my breath as I pressed the enter key at the bottom of my RRCA Certification Exam, and the results immediately revealed a 91.   I exhaled with a sigh of relief, because I was not prepared to spend another weekend reviewing the course. 

The exam was a little tricky in some parts, however the teamwork with the other students in the course helped answer many of the confusing questions and on the others it confirmed that I knew what I am doing.  Like most things, coaching is an art form where, information, science and collaboration come together to help enhance a clients experience to be a better runner.  And every runner is unique and different.

Now that I am reflecting, who would have thought that I would be training for my 6th Marathon, let alone do 4 marathons in 12 months!  I am really proud with the fact that I stayed consistent for my health as well as set an example for my kids.

What to do with Skyrocketing Gas Prices, Save or Make More Money?

For my vehicle, the gas pump almost read three digits! I am so shocked that it might take over $100. Can you believe that gas prices may reach $6.00 this summer and possibly $7.00? The next few months will be a struggle to everyone and the economy. In addition to the hit to the gas tank, all prices for everything you purchase will be probably higher.

It’s a freighting time having dealt with all the hardships in the latest recession. This upcoming roadblock to the economy will put undue stresses on our recovery. This current gas price hike is going to put a damper on many of us. So what can you do?

Here are some suggestions to help save money.
· Car Pool with others at work or with other offices nearby
· Have the proper tire inflation
· Plan out your errands for a single trip rather than multiple trips

Here are some suggestions to make money.
· Time for spring-cleaning and have a garage sale or use Ebay, whatever is not sold, you can donate for a tax deduction.
· Get a better paying job
· Get a second job.
· Start your own business.

Starting your own business can be a daunting task, with a lot of thought and resources needed to get things off the ground. Approximately 95% of all businesses fail in 5 years. Those are rough odds. It’s quite scary to see all those empty stores in the strip malls around town

However, when you find the right opportunity that makes you feel great, and a game plan to help you succeed. Then chances are, you will be a winner!

One industry that is expanding is the health and fitness industry. With Healthcare Reform’s uncertain future and direction, we all need to take care of ourselves and be fit. So many people are turning to fitness and nutrition as the fountain of youth and stave off illness. Too many have not taken care of themselves, and now have decided to make the change for better health and fitness. It’s a growing trend.

Being in the medical supply industry, one thing I have noticed is that you want to delay the use of medical supplies. The products in this industry are necessity and you can avoid many of the products if you just take care of yourself.

Getting back to starting your own business. Here are some questions to consider:
· What kind of expertise do you need?
· What kind of capital do you require for the location and inventory?
· What kind of management skills are needed?
· Where can you set up?
· Can you over expand too fast?
· What about a website?
· What is your plan, for sales, marketing, operations, financial and etc…?

It takes a lot of thought and planning to open a business. So when I was introduced to a business that has no overhead, close to zero cost to start up, easily expandable, incredible support, and about $100 million worth of marketing (that I did not have to pay), I was excited to get my feet wet and jump right in to this incredible opportunity.

If you have heard about or done P90X, Insanity, Turbofire, TurboJam, or Power 90, then you are familiar with a company called Beachbody. Several years ago, with the incredible popularity of their fitness programs, the founders of Beachbody, Carl Daikeler and Jon Congdon had a decision to make. Should they take their business to the mass marketers like Walmart or Target?

They recognized that their customers wanted more support than the minimum wage employee at the big box stores, and created an opportunity for their current Beachbody customers to pay it forward. They provided a way for their very loyal customers to be able to share the positive experiences and create an income just by sharing.

In addition to possibly making over 6 figures, you are creating a healthier world!



Email me now to learn more about this risk free opportunity and transform yourself and other loved ones!



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