Overview

Train for the Trails with MEC x STAC Hamilton

Every week in September

Meet at MEC Burlington

This September we’re launching Train for the Trails, a free nationwide, 4-week training program. Join us for 4 community runs and trail clinics led by community partners and MEC staffers. It’s an awesome opportunity to connect with your local running community whether it’s your first run or your hundredth mile.

What’s happening:

• 20-minute pre-run educational clinic
• Guided 5 – 8km trail run
• Post-run social with light refreshments
• Enter for your chance to win a grand prize $1000 MEC gift card giveaway 

Clinic topics

Developed with elite running coaches Carol-Ann and Jeremy Rolle to cover the essentials every runner needs to train for 10Ks to ultra distances.

Week 1: Build your base (Sep 8)

Week 2: Get set with the right gear (Sep 15)

Week 3: Nutrition and hydration strategies (Sep 22)

Week 4: Get race day ready (Sep 29)

MEC Waiver

Before joining us, please review and sign the event waiver. Waivers must be completed prior to participation.

Adult Waiver

Youth Waiver