tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-70664302024-03-07T03:43:20.030-05:00Hit The Road...RunningHit The Road offers individual, corporate and charity team training to encourage anyone of any ability to enjoy a healthier lifestyle.Tony Denfordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15306768810546308679noreply@blogger.comBlogger562125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7066430.post-14785028344548512622011-01-04T11:12:00.000-05:002011-01-04T11:12:58.675-05:00NEWS - Social Responsibility ScorecardIf you've ever read the Hit The Road Corporate Profile you may have noticed the following :-<br />
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"Hit The Road prides itself on being a social enterprise and as well as the financial bottom line we also focus on the social bottom line by ensuring that the communities in which we are based benefit from our presence."<br />
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Hit The Road is proud to announce our 2010 Social Responsibility Scorecard. 2010 has continued to be a much more challenging year for everyone due to the global recession. Also we've been focusing on some other business ventures heavily this year.<br />
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So here are our 2010 results...<br />
Funds donated to charity through Hit The Road programs....$1,020.<br />
Amount of litter collected from local trails..............9 bags.<br />
Pairs of running shoes donated............................6 Pairs.<br />
Number of volunteer hours through Hit the Road programs...80 hours.<br />
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Beyond this many Hit The Road members raise funds and volunteered on their own time for various charities.<br />
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Congratulations to everyone who took part in our programs in 2010 and we look forward to an even better year in 2011.Tony Denfordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15306768810546308679noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7066430.post-25222030930719744362010-12-06T14:29:00.000-05:002010-12-06T14:29:05.481-05:00Running Free ResourcesAs Most of you know I am a member of Team Running Free in Ajax. Below are links to their sites.<br />
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<a href="http://www.runningfree.com">RunningFree.com</a><br />
<a href="http://resources.runningfree.com">Resource Centre</a> <br />
<a href="http://www.teamrunningfree.com">Team Running free</a> <br />
<a href="http://www.teamrunningfree.com/forum">Team forum</a>Tony Denfordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15306768810546308679noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7066430.post-43722023046443646442010-01-09T17:38:00.002-05:002010-01-09T17:40:47.986-05:00NEWS - Social Responsibility ScorecardIf you've ever read the Hit The Road Corporate Profile you may have noticed the following :-<br /><br />"Hit The Road prides itself on being a social enterprise and as well as the financial bottom line we also focus on the social bottom line by ensuring that the communities in which we are based benefit from our presence."<br /><br />Hit The Road is proud to announce our 2009 Social Responsibility Scorecard. 2009 has been a much more challenging year for everyone due to the global recession.<br /><br />So here are our 2009 results...<br />Funds donated to charity through Hit The Road programs....$1,890.<br />Amount of litter collected from local trails..............6 bags.<br />Pairs of running shoes donated............................12 Pairs.<br />Number of volunteer hours through Hit the Road programs...94 hours.<br /><br />Beyond this many Hit The Road members raise funds and volunteered on their own time for various charities.<br /><br />Congratulations to everyone who took part in our programs in 2009 and we look forward to an even better year in 2010.Tony Denfordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15306768810546308679noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7066430.post-76318170949858533402009-06-17T10:57:00.003-04:002009-06-17T11:03:22.646-04:00CLINICS - Sierra Systems Walking ProgramThe Sierra Systems walking program is totally free to Sierra employees and takes place Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 12:15pm. Those participating can meet in the Sierra Lobby just before 12:15.<br /><br />This ongoing drop-in program for Sierra employees consists of a 30 minute walk followed by a stretching session.<br /><br />Take a break from your work day and get some exercise. All sessions can also be claimed on Sierra's Fitness Challenge for some great prizes.Tony Denfordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15306768810546308679noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7066430.post-76799098582460007142009-06-17T10:47:00.003-04:002009-06-17T10:52:42.255-04:00EVENTS - Rat RaceThe Sierra Systems Running team will be taking part in this years Rat Race with all funds raised going to the United Way.<br /><br />Sierra Team and supports can meet in the lobby of 150 York St. at 6:30pm on June 18th and we will be heading over to the race start at 7pm.<br /><br />Post Race Party will be at Fionn MacCool's starting at 8pm. All are welcome.Tony Denfordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15306768810546308679noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7066430.post-56630277986050914572009-04-13T15:31:00.001-04:002009-04-13T15:32:29.126-04:00CLINIC - SickKids Spring Running Program<strong>SickKids Wellness Program - Run Team Training</strong><br /><br /><em>Mondays 5pm - 6pm<br /><br />May 4th to Jul 20th, 2009</em><br /><br />This program is suitable for all levels from Beginner to Advanced. The program will meet once a week for planned and monitored group runs, strength Training and Stretching Sessions. Group runs will consist of speed and strength training, conditioning drills and injury prevention.<br /><br /><em>What you get:</em><br /><br />-Drills based on your current fitness level<br />-Instruction on types of training, fitness, Strength and Conditioning from a certified Personal Trainer Specialist<br />-Speed, strength and conditioning training<br />-Technique and injury prevention<br />-Support of a group of people to run with<br />-Race and training support to get you through those tough runs<br />-Social events<br /><br /><em>Cost:</em><br /><br />$90 for this training series. Space is limited so sign up soon.<br /><br /><em>Location:</em><br /><br />Room 1250 Elm wing,<br />Hospital for Sick Children,<br />555 University Ave,<br />Toronto.<br /><br /><em>Contact:</em><br /><br />For information or to sign up contact:<br />Tony Denford, PTS<br /><a href="mailto:tony@hittheroadrunning.com">Tony@hittheroadrunning.com</a><br /><br />or<br /><br />Tanya Bismayer,<br />Manager, Health and Absence Management<br />The Hospital for Sick Children<br /><br />For more details or to sign up online visit <a href="http://hittheroadrunning.com/sickkids">http://hittheroadrunning.com/sickkids</a>Tony Denfordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15306768810546308679noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7066430.post-37120209073260414532009-03-02T15:36:00.002-05:002009-03-02T15:41:51.415-05:00EVENTS - 5 Peaks Trail SeriesOur good friends at <a href="http://5peaks.com">5 Peaks Trail Running Series </a>are looking for volunteers for their 2009 season.<br /><br />2008 was an exceptional year for 5Peaks in Ontario ... the races hit record highs with both our capped events selling out and Rattlesnake Point hosting the highest attendance in 5Peaks history across Canada! The races have improved significantly over the past 3 years and much is due to the fantastic volunteers at each event. With the growth of the races, there is a greater need for volunteers and event support. Here is the rundown for the season:<br /><br />Race Schedule:<br />April 25, 2009 - Chicopee, Kitchener <br />June 13, 2009 - Durham Forest, Uxbridge (race capped at 450) <br />July 11, 2009 - Rattlesnake Point, Milton (race capped at 650) <br />August 8, 2009 - Albion Hills, Bolton <br />September 12, 2009 - Horseshoe Resort, Barrie<br /><br />Volunteer Benefits:<br />Free race credit <br />Post race BBQ just for volunteers <br />Race souvenir <br />Draw prizes just for volunteers <br />Industry discounts (MEC and Salomon volunteer appreciation events) <br />Appreciation and recognition from hundreds of crazed trail runners!<br /><br />Volunteer Roles:<br />Pre-race - registration/racer check in, host site set up <br />On course - marshals, aid stations, sweep <br />Host site - food services, awards, finish line services<br /><br />To recruit the kind of support needed for these larger events, 5Peaks is offering some additional incentives to specific groups. High school students who volunteer can earn valuable community service hours. Local clubs or teams who support an event with a minimum number of volunteers will receive a financial donation to their organization. If you are aware of any individuals or groups that might be interested in either of these incentives, please feel free to email john@5peaks.com for more information.<br /><br />If you are interested in helping out with any (or all) of the races, please contact john@5peaks.com with your preferences. Thanks for your time and consideration and see you on the trails!Tony Denfordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15306768810546308679noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7066430.post-30588162472604539442009-01-05T10:34:00.002-05:002009-01-05T12:05:35.805-05:00ARTICLE - Set goals, not resolutionsIt's the beginning of January again and everyone is obsessed with New Year resolutions. I cannot tell you how many press stories I've already seen this year about resolutions and how many people break them (usually by January 2nd).<br /><br />If you're part of the group of people who are serious about wanting change in your life then you should really think about goal setting rather than setting resolutions.<br /><br /><strong>So what's the difference?</strong><br /><br />Goal setting is a specific process to define what you want to achieve and then defining a road map of how you're going to get there. The problem with resolutions is that you define the ultimate goal without checking if it's realistic or attainable and when you face a setback you tend to feel like you failed which results in quitting.<br /><br />Goals have specific elements. They must be realistic, they must have a timeline and they must be specific. <br /><br />People usually resolve to 'Eat Better' and the reason they want to do that is to lose weight. A much better goal would be to lose 10lbs by April. This goal is realistic (you can lose 10lbs in the next 3 months), it has a timeline (by April, even better set a date) and it's specific ('10lbs by April' and not 'some weight').<br /><br />Once you have this goal, it's easy to break it down into smaller chunks like losing a pound each week for example. Also by having smaller interim goals you can adjust your program more often as you face setbacks or have success but you don't need to give up.<br /><br />Probably the most effective way to succeed with your goals is to become more accountable. Tell everyone you know that you are aiming for your goals which will give you an added incentive not to give up and get their support to help you achieve your goals.<br /><br />Hit The Road Running offers <a href="http://htrrunning.blogspot.com/2006/09/coaching-services.html">coaching services</a> which can greatly increase your chances of achieving your goals, help you to set them and also provides the accountability and motivation most people need.<br /><br />Good Luck and Happy New Year.<br /><br /><strong>About The Author </strong><br /><br />Tony Denford is a certified personal trainer and owner or Hit the Road Running. He has been training primarily runners since 2002 and has worked with beginners all the way to Boston Qualifier Marathon runners.<br /><br />Tony emphasizes balance and variety in his training methods and always tries to make sure his client’s fitness routines are fun as well as beneficial.<br /><br />Visit <a href="http://www.hittheroadrunning.com">www.hittheroadrunning.com</a> for more details on Hit The Road’s programs and services.Tony Denfordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15306768810546308679noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7066430.post-22825619114152921592009-01-05T09:33:00.003-05:002009-01-05T12:07:47.727-05:00NEWS - Social Responsibility ScorecardIf you've ever read the Hit The Road Corporate Profile you may have noticed the following :-<br /><br />"Hit The Road prides itself on being a social enterprise and as well as the financial bottom line we also focus on the social bottom line by ensuring that the communities in which we are based benefit from our presence."<br /><br />Hit The Road is proud to announce our 2008 Social Responsibility Scorecard. 2008 has been another great year for us being our most profitable to date but more importantly our social bottom line has continued to be impressive.<br /><br />So here are our 2008 results...<br />Funds donated to charity through Hit The Road programs....$2,370.<br />Amount of litter collected from local trails..............8 bags.<br />Pairs of running shoes donated............................14 Pairs.<br />Number of volunteer hours through Hit the Road programs...190 hours.<br /><br />Beyond this many Hit The Road members raise funds and volunteered on their own time for various charities.<br /><br />Congratulations to everyone who took part in our programs in 2008 and we look forward to an even better year in 2009.Tony Denfordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15306768810546308679noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7066430.post-47587789320820715162008-12-04T10:02:00.000-05:002008-12-04T10:03:23.967-05:00ARTICLE - Extending your Corporate Wellness ProgramMore and more often our corporate wellness clients are asking us how they can extend the benefits of their employee wellness programs to their employee's dependants.<br /><br />If you understand the great return on investment employers get from wellness programs, it makes perfect sense to extend these benefits to others who are covered by the companies insurance program and are therefore affecting the cost.<br /><br />There are some challenges to extending the wellness program beyond the employees. Firstly wellness programs offered at work are often utilized due to their convenience. Family members are typically not physically at the workplace to participate in on-site initiatives. This can be overcome by offering wellness education with take-away items that could be passed on to family members. Also, offer a number of off-site events outside of business hours such as a company sports/games day where employees can bring their families along to participate.<br /><br />The key thing though is to get the employees engaged in the programs and then lead by example. Inactive parents almost always lead to inactive kids. If your employees are adopting healthy habits, the children often follow.<br /><br />Incentives almost always work too. Reward the employees and their families for participation and do not focus on results like weight loss. If they participate, they will get healthier. The key is to reward them for activity and healthy habits, not just for signing up.<br /><br />The single biggest success factor is promotion of the program. If everyone else is doing it, there is a huge incentive for those less likely to take part and these are often the people in the more at-risk group.<br /><br />If you have any questions about setting up a wellness program at your site, email them to <a href="mailto:info@hittheroadrunning.com">info@hittheroadrunning.com </a>Tony Denfordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15306768810546308679noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7066430.post-82698612713195242092008-10-30T15:32:00.001-04:002008-10-30T15:32:42.916-04:00ARTICLE - What makes a corporate wellness program successful?In the general population you have approximately 20% of people who believe in exercise enough to do it on a regular basis. There are about 20% more who, even though they know the risks, are committed to avoiding exercise and probably never will.<br /><br />There is a target of opportunity for fitness professionals of the remaining 60% so the question then becomes; what can we do to motivate this 60%?<br /><br />The reality is that many of them have not yet found a convenient or enjoyable way to get their exercise. This is where employers come in. Employers who have conducted health risk assessments find that 40% of employees are in the medium and high risk groups which directly affects their productivity, creativity and sick time usage. Those in the low risk group, without change, tend to move into the medium and high risk groups over time.<br /><br />Many wellness professionals want to change the world and move all their employees to the low risk group and are therefore doomed to fail. The rule here is to not let the things you cannot control, control the things you can. Even a small change in employee behaviour can have significant impact to your organizations competitiveness. Multiply the small change by the number of employees and then by time and the impact can be significant. The impact may be to slow the progress of those in the low risk group today from moving into the medium risk group.<br /><br />Return on investment for corporate wellness initiatives can be staggering. Coors Brewing reported a return of $6.15 for every $1 spent and Citibank reported $4.52. The average of all companies surveyed was $4.30. That's a significant return.<br /><br />So what kind of wellness initiative brings such large returns. Firstly, you cannot change everyone or everything. Programs should focus on the factors that can be easily affected. Programs should be activity based, simple, fun, private and rewarding. Add community involvement and you add another aspect to your program and your company's image.<br /><br />In employee surveys 52% said they would participate in a program for a reward worth $150. The participation rate without incentives is 13%.<br /><br />Often wellness programs try to measure the outcome of a program which is difficult and many employees view it as intrusive. What is more easily measured is adherence and through adherence will come results. We all know that the healthier the habits of a person, the better the results. If people exercise they will get healthier.<br /><br />If your organization can provide opportunities to it's employees to live healthier and encourage them to grab the opportunities, you will see results like those mentioned above.<br /><br />....<br /><br />For more information about how your organization can realize the benefits of a Trail Running program, please contact <a href="mailto:tony@hittheroadrunning.com">tony@hittheroadrunning.com</a> or visit <a href="http://corporatewellness.hittheroadrunning.com">corporatewellness.hittheroadrunning.com</a>. <br /><br />....<br /><br /><strong>About The Author</strong> <br /><br />Tony Denford is a certified personal trainer and owner or Hit the Road. He has been training primarily runners since 2002 and has worked with beginners all the way to Boston Qualifier Marathon runners.<br /><br />Tony emphasizes balance and variety in his training methods and always tries to make sure his client’s fitness routines are fun as well as beneficial.<br /><br />Visit <a href="http://www.hittheroadrunning.com">www.hittheroadrunning.com</a> for more details on Hit The Road’s programs and services.Tony Denfordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15306768810546308679noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7066430.post-78464954843501875382008-10-23T12:54:00.001-04:002008-10-23T12:54:50.205-04:00Corporate Wellness - Trail Running ProgramHit The Road Running's Trail Running Program is designed for organizations with a core of active runners who want team building opportunities and enhanced stress relief for their employees.<br /><br />Ongoing trail running classes and one-time trail expeditions can be arranged off-site to encourage your employees to take a break and get back to the great outdoors.<br /><br />The ongoing classes are offered within, or very close to, the city of Toronto where there is a wide range of off road trails available. Trail expeditions are offered in and out of town and can be used as active retreats for your employees and can also include other services offered by Hit The Road and our partners such as Yoga or Nutritional Counselling.<br /><br />The Trail Running program is perfect for intermediate to advanced runners who are looking for some variety and covers topics such as;<br /><br />Trail Running Technique,<br />Bush safety,<br />Balance,<br />Equipment,<br />Navigation and,<br />Trail First Aid.<br /><br />These programs are available to both Corporations and Large Active Lifestyle Clubs or Organizations.<br /><br />For more information about how your organization can realize the benefits of a Trail Running program, please contact <a href="mailto:tony@hittheroadrunning.com">tony@hittheroadrunning.com</a> or visit <a href="http://corporatewellness.hittheroadrunning.com">corporatewellness.hittheroadrunning.com</a>.Tony Denfordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15306768810546308679noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7066430.post-19798367373393473882008-10-22T09:35:00.000-04:002008-10-22T09:47:15.485-04:00UPDATE - What's going on at Hit The Road.What's interesting to me is that during times of economic slowdown there are some great opportunities to increase your business efficiency that company after company seems to realize.<br /><br />At Hit The Road, our <a href="http://corporatewellness.hittheroadrunning.com/">Corporate Wellness programs</a> are picking up a lot of attention. Company executives are well aware of the great ROI from Corporate Wellness initiatives and are beginning to realize the relative low cost of start up. Hit The Road is in a great position to help organizations realize the efficiencies of a healthier, more productive workforce.<br /><br />It's also time for a lot of our Fall running programs to start. Fall is one of the best times of the year to run. It's way more comfortable than summer and gives you a jump start and energy boost you need to face the upcoming holiday season. With all those party's coming up, wouldn't you want to look your best?<br /><br /><a href="http://htrrunning.blogspot.com/2006/03/programs-and-services.html">Click here for a list of services we provide or to sign up</a>.Tony Denfordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15306768810546308679noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7066430.post-15850894174457747972008-09-30T06:11:00.001-04:002008-09-30T06:11:59.981-04:00CLINICS - Sickkids Fall Running ProgramsSign up is now available for the SickKids Wellness Program's <a href="http://htrcorporate.blogspot.com/2008/09/sickkids-fall-beginners-program.html">Beginner Running Program</a> and <a href="http://htrcorporate.blogspot.com/2008/09/sickkids-fall-advanced-program.html">Advanced Running Program</a>.<br /><br />There are three ways to sign up:<br />1) by Credit Card or PayPal just click on the <strong>'PayPal'</strong> link at the bottom of the program description and you will be re-directed to the secure PayPal website.<br /><br />2) by mail just download the <a href="http://hittheroadrunning.com/PDF/Application.pdf">Application</a> and <a href="http://hittheroadrunning.com/PDF/par-q.pdf">Health Questionnaire</a> and mail them with a cheque for $80 payable to Tony Denford to the address below:<br />497 Summerpark cres,<br />Pickering, ON. L1V 7A8<br /><strong>Applications must be received before October 20th</strong>.<br /><br />3) in person, download the <a href="http://hittheroadrunning.com/PDF/Application.pdf">Application</a> and <a href="http://hittheroadrunning.com/PDF/par-q.pdf">Health Questionnaire</a> and bring them with you to the first class along with payment in cash or cheque. In-person applications will be taken on a first come first served basis and this class has been capped in the past so please <a href="mailto:tony@hittheroadrunning.com">e-mail me</a> before the class to secure a spot. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early for the class to ensure there are no issues with the health questionnaire.<br /><br />For more information you can also contact Tanya Bismayer,Manager, Health and Absence Management, Rm 5350 at 416.813.7483.Tony Denfordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15306768810546308679noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7066430.post-63613182009890307272008-09-24T11:10:00.000-04:002008-09-24T11:20:59.378-04:00INFO - A Run For LianeA Run For Liane is up to 132 participants (22 more than last year) and on target to reach our goal of $35,000. <br /><br />Great news….we have a new celebrity runner! Peter Foncesca, Ontario Minister of Labour (previously Minister of Tourism) is running the 5km for our team.<br /><br /><a href="http://hittheroadrunning.com/PDF/ARFL - Volume 2 Issue 3.pdf">Click Here for the latest newsletter including meeting place information</a>.Tony Denfordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15306768810546308679noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7066430.post-32685197955554102472008-09-08T11:22:00.000-04:002008-09-08T11:29:22.797-04:00EVENTS - Healthy Workplace MonthHit The Road Running is once again supporting the efforts of <a href="http://www.healthyworkplacemonth.ca/">Healthy Workplace Month</a>.<br /><br />This year <a href="http://www.healthyworkplacemonth.ca/">Healthy Workplace Month </a>runs from September 29th to October 26th. If your organization is looking for health related workshops for your <a href="http://www.healthyworkplacemonth.ca/">Healthy Workplace Month </a>initiatives please <a href="mailto:info@hittheroadrunning.com">contact us </a>for details of available programs and times. Space during this period is filling up fast so don't delay.<br /><br />For more details of our <a href="http://corporatewellness.hittheroadrunning.com/">Corporate Wellness programs, click here</a>.<br /><br />We look forward to hearing from you soon.Tony Denfordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15306768810546308679noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7066430.post-20815642465696900612008-08-28T16:15:00.000-04:002008-08-28T16:19:33.672-04:00INFO - A Run for Liane newsletter<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzdgW7fCWOOtehLo2z-0LxutXuh-I2jWKI34ErLpd3DpfePGcIeC8LejbzfLbxPP0GbAQOCFdCJ9-7Ztinq3fxFmhQw-iyZjsItV02tuEYlHNiIuuRSvF1Fh2Oc93eGyHHUld1Gw/s1600-h/runforliane_lgpurp.gif"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzdgW7fCWOOtehLo2z-0LxutXuh-I2jWKI34ErLpd3DpfePGcIeC8LejbzfLbxPP0GbAQOCFdCJ9-7Ztinq3fxFmhQw-iyZjsItV02tuEYlHNiIuuRSvF1Fh2Oc93eGyHHUld1Gw/s200/runforliane_lgpurp.gif" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5073772832468776258" /></a><br />This year's A Run for Liane has gotten off to a good start but we are still looking for people who are participating in any of the Toronto Waterfront Marathon events to help raise pledges.<br /><br /><a href="http://hittheroadrunning.com/PDF/ARFL - Volume 2 Issue 2.pdf">Click here for all the latest news</a>.Tony Denfordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15306768810546308679noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7066430.post-25282670685464806832008-06-27T15:28:00.001-04:002008-06-27T15:35:25.013-04:00Update - What's going on at Hit The RoadWow it has been the busiest Spring ever for us here at Hit The Road. You may have noticed a lack of posts here on the main site as we spent a lot of time with the personalized web sites and corporate sites as of late. Now that those programs are up and running we intend to start focusing on new programs to be released soon.<br /><br />Now that the weather is getting sticky again feel free to read <a href="http://htrrunning.blogspot.com/2006/05/hot-weather-running.html">this article </a>I wrote a while ago about hot weather running and remember to stay cool and keep running.Tony Denfordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15306768810546308679noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7066430.post-91800840391908592342008-04-25T15:23:00.001-04:002008-04-25T15:23:55.965-04:00CLINICS - SickKids Spring Programs - CLOSEDRegistration for the SickKids Spring running programs has now closed.<br /><br />If you missed out, please <a href="mailto:tony@hittheroadrunning.com">e-mail us </a>and we will notify you early of the next session.Tony Denfordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15306768810546308679noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7066430.post-73742685204090141902008-04-03T15:00:00.001-04:002008-04-03T15:00:38.899-04:00CLINICS - SickKids Spring Running ProgramsSign up is now available for the SickKids Wellness Program's <a href="http://htrcorporate.blogspot.com/2008/04/sickkids-spring-beginners-program.html">Beginner Running Program</a> and <a href="http://htrcorporate.blogspot.com/2008/04/sickkids-spring-advanced-program.html">Advanced Running Program</a>.<br /><br />There are three ways to sign up:<br />1) by Credit Card or PayPal just click on the <strong>'PayPal'</strong> link at the bottom of the program description and you will be re-directed to the secure PayPal website.<br /><br />2) by mail just download the <a href="http://hittheroadrunning.com/PDF/Application.pdf">Application</a> and <a href="http://hittheroadrunning.com/PDF/par-q.pdf">Health Questionnaire</a> and mail them with a cheque for $80 payable to Tony Denford to the address below:<br />497 Summerpark cres,<br />Pickering, ON. L1V 7A8<br /><strong>Applications must be received before Friday April 25th</strong>.<br /><br />3) in person, download the <a href="http://hittheroadrunning.com/PDF/Application.pdf">Application</a> and <a href="http://hittheroadrunning.com/PDF/par-q.pdf">Health Questionnaire</a> and bring them with you to the first class along with payment in cash or cheque. In-person applications will be taken on a first come first served basis and this class has been capped in the past so please <a href="mailto:tony@hittheroadrunning.com">e-mail me</a> before the class to secure a spot. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early for the class to ensure there are no issues with the health questionnaire.Tony Denfordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15306768810546308679noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7066430.post-23184541366122172002008-03-10T10:57:00.000-04:002008-03-10T11:00:52.250-04:00UPDATE - What's going on at Hit The RoadIt's been an extremely busy few months here at Hit The Road and I want to congratulate all of our runners who have been toughing it out through all this snow.<br /><br />Keep an eye on the website as we will be announcing some exciting new programs soon and also the start of our spring programs.<br /><br />Winter is almost done so keep up the good work.Tony Denfordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15306768810546308679noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7066430.post-44644667084933139892008-02-04T09:28:00.000-05:002008-02-04T09:29:21.531-05:00UPDATE - SickKids Winter Class Registration ClosedRegistration for the SickKids Winter Beginner and Advanced Class is now closed.<br /><br />If you missed out, please <a href="mailto:info@hittheroadrunning.com">e-mail us</a> and we will notify you early of the next session.Tony Denfordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15306768810546308679noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7066430.post-47732398978032248552008-01-27T21:15:00.000-05:002008-01-27T21:16:05.300-05:00CLINICS - SickKids Winter Running ProgramsSign up is now available for the SickKids Wellness Program's <a href="http://htrcorporate.blogspot.com/2008/01/sickkids-winter-beginner-program_27.html">Beginner Running Program</a> and <a href="http://htrcorporate.blogspot.com/2008/01/sickkids-winter-advanced-class_27.html">Advanced Running Program</a>.<br /><br />There are four ways to sign up:<br />1) by Credit Card or PayPal just click on the <strong>'PayPal'</strong> link at the bottom of the program description and you will be re-directed to the secure PayPal website.<br /><br />2) by mail just download the <a href="http://hittheroadrunning.com/PDF/Application.pdf">Application</a> and <a href="http://hittheroadrunning.com/PDF/par-q.pdf">Health Questionnaire</a> and mail them with a cheque for $80 payable to Tony Denford to the address below:<br />497 Summerpark cres,<br />Pickering, ON. L1V 7A8<br /><strong>Applications must be received before Friday February 1st</strong>.<br /><br />3) in person, download the <a href="http://hittheroadrunning.com/PDF/Application.pdf">Application</a> and <a href="http://hittheroadrunning.com/PDF/par-q.pdf">Health Questionnaire</a> and bring them with you to the first class along with payment in cash or cheque. In-person applications will be taken on a first come first served basis and this class has been capped in the past so please <a href="mailto:tony@hittheroadrunning.com">e-mail me</a> before the class to secure a spot. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early for the class to ensure there are no issues with the health questionnaire.<br /><br />4) in person at the SickKids Health Fair on January 30th and 31st in the Garden Terrace in the Atrium at HSC. Download the <a href="http://hittheroadrunning.com/PDF/Application.pdf">Application</a> and <a href="http://hittheroadrunning.com/PDF/par-q.pdf">Health Questionnaire</a> and bring them with you to the Health Fair along with payment in cash or cheque. In-person applications will be taken on a first come first served basis and this class has been capped in the past.Tony Denfordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15306768810546308679noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7066430.post-91472445274505908522008-01-14T21:33:00.001-05:002008-01-28T08:48:40.864-05:00UPDATE - SickKids New Year Advanced Class Registration ClosedRegistration for the SickKids January Advanced Class is now closed.<br /><br />If you missed out, please <a href="mailto:info@hittheroadrunning.com">e-mail us</a> and we will notify you early of the next session.Tony Denfordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15306768810546308679noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7066430.post-91014478835167983332008-01-13T20:35:00.000-05:002008-01-28T08:48:10.601-05:00UPDATE - SickKids New Year Beginner Program Registration ClosedRegistration for the SickKids January Beginners Class is now closed.<br /><br />If you missed out, please <a href="mailto:info@hittheroadrunning.com">e-mail us</a> and we will notify you early of the next session.Tony Denfordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15306768810546308679noreply@blogger.com0