2ndWind Athletics

Welcome to 2ndWind Athletics

Welcome to 2ndWind, the Bay Area's newest ‘Fitness Lifestyle’ organization.

2ndWind is dedicated to supporting runners of all levels in the Bay Area. Whether you are running for the first time, have marathon experience or ambitions, 2ndWind will customize a training program according to your individual fitness level and personal goals. Our philosophy is to, “Train Smarter, Not Harder.” It is our joy to pass on to you the motivation and knowledge you need to get started, succeed and keep going.

How to Coach Yourself to be a Distance Runner

In conjunction with Sport Basement, 2ndWind Athletics is offering a FREE running clinic on Distance Training presented by 2ndWind Athletics Head Coach, USTF Certified, Coach Louis Kao on Sunday, August 3, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. There will be a 'group run' from Sport Basement parking lot at 8:00 a.m. SHARP, come join the fun! All levels welcome. This clinic is FREE but the class size is limited in order to provide personal attention. Please RSVP now to Coach Louis Kao at 925-640-6323 or by email: coachkao@2ndwindathletics.com

2008 2ndWind Athletics Race Team Application

Have you ever wanted to be part of a special team? 2ndWind Athletics is looking for new recruits for its 2008 race team to serve as ambassadors for our community. We are striving to create a very diverse team of runners with a wide range of running abilities and enthusiasm for 2ndWind’s club mission. For more information select 'Race Team' from the navigation menu on the left of the screen.

Big Thank You To Our Race Team Sponsors: Oak House * ClubSport Pleasanton * Barones Restaurant * Kinetic Chain Sport Massage Therapy * Velocity Dublin * Forward Motion * PG Construction Co. – Paul Gentz

Introducing our “Reuse Your Old Shoes Program”

We’re proud to announce a new community initiative at 2ndWind. We have partnered with Fleet Feet Pleasanton, Forward Motion Sports, and Velocity Sports Performance in committing to helping less fortunate people have access to proper footwear.

For more information please double click on the link - Shoe Recycle Program

Upcoming Events

Sun July 27th - Wharf to Wharf
Sun August 3rd - SF Marathon
Sun August 3rd - Running Clinic in Sport Basement Walnut Creek
Sun October 12th - Chicago Marathon
Sun October 19th - Nike Women's Half Marathon
Sun October 19th - Primos Run for Education Half Marathon & 5K
Sun October 26th - Marine Corp Marathon
Sun November 9th - Clarksburg 30K
Sun December 7th - California International Marathon

Important Dates
October 12, 2008 (Sunday) BOA Chicago Marathon October 26, 2008 (Sunday) Marine Corp Marathon December 7, 2008 (Sunday) California International Marathon & Relay

Fact or Fiction?

"Running on pavement is bad for your joints." Fiction. Running's impact is actually good for you; it stimulates bone growth and strengthens muscles. And while softer surfaces like dirt and grass are believed to help absorb impact, achy joints are more often caused by training errors than running surfaces. So increase your mileage by no more 10 percent a week; use walk breaks (traffic light); wear running shoes, not cross-trainers; and run close to the ground-think "forward" not "up.