The Ronald McDonald House of Providence Running Club

We welcome runners and walkers of all abilities! Become a member to receive top-notch coaching, a great social atmosphere, and a gang to cheer you on—all while supporting the Ronald McDonald House, which provides care for families when their child has a medical crisis.

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For this week's track workout, click here.

Indoor workouts are at the Brown University Olney Margolies Athletic Center (OMAC).

OMAC ENTRY DETAILS AND INSTRUCTIONS
CAN BE FOUND HERE ...

Saturday January 29, 2022 8:00AM
Long run. Meet at the Hope St. end of Blackstone Blvd.

Sunday January 30, 2022 9:00AM
5th Sunday, No Trail Run

INDOORS AT BROWN
Monday January 31, 2022 5:45-7:00AM
500-400-300 x 3

INDOORS AT BROWN
Wednesday February 2, 2022 5:45-7:00AM
Mile - 800 - Mile - 800 - optional mile

Saturday February 5, 2022 8:00AM
Long run. Meet at the Hope St. end of Blackstone Blvd.

INDOORS AT BROWN
Monday February 7, 2022 5:45-7:00AM
4x400/ 3x400/ 2x400

Tempo Tuesday February 8, 2022 6am
(2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month)
Meet and ready to run at 6am in front of the Brown Stadium on Elmgrove Ave.

INDOORS AT BROWN
Wednesday February 9, 2022 5:45-7:00AM
1000 /800-200 /600-400 / 500-500
/400-400-200

Saturday February 12, 2022 8:00AM
Long run. Meet at the Hope St. end of Blackstone Blvd.

Become a member

We welcome runners of all ages and experience levels. Join us and get great training in a supportive atmosphere, all while helping the Ronald McDonald House.

Results are posted for the 2021 Women's Classic

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Order Your Running Club Shirt

All members wear a Running Club shirt during races to help promote the mission of the Ronald McDonald House. Choose from three great styles!

Running Schedule

We offer early morning track workouts, a weekly tempo run, and a Sunday group run. Find a time and workout that meet your needs.

Advice for runners from PTs, MDs, and your coaches

Below are tips and advice for everything from avoiding injury to strength training. More at the Coaches Corner.

Enjoy improved hip mobility, and better running

Do you know that lack of hip motion is one of the most common cause of running injuries? With a few hip mobility exercises from the good folks at Performance Physical Therapy, you can do you can...

Don’t Let Knee Pain Slow You Down

Helpful information from Performance Physical Therapy about common knee pain.

Simple squat exercises to avoid late-race leg fatique

Performance Physical Therapy has shared a video they created of simple squat exercises you can do to help avoid late-race leg fatigue. Add these strengthening exercises to your routine 2x/week....

Quick 2-minute Warm Up

Only 2 minutes to Warm-Up? This “Microwave Warm Up” will get it done. https://youtu.be/irKbYrj-2Zg

Your How to Guide for Managing Pain with Running and Getting Back on the Road

If you are thinking about starting a running program or returning after some time off, start with a mix of walking and running. The key is to go out and just try some running, whether it is a few...

2 Exercises to do to build that glut and core strength = More Power!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TYti_1i5HDQ

Runner’s Knee 101 Causes & Treatment

A helpful blog on Runner's Knee can be found here: https://www.performanceptri.com/post/runner-s-knee-101-causes-treatment

20-minute mobility workout to boost your performance

Danielle Monreau, a physical therapist at Performance PT, takes you through a 20-minute mobility work-out that is a great tool to boost your performance and recovery on days you aren’t running. All...

Exercises by Dr. Brian Hay of Performance Physical Therapy to Treat Calf Pain

Dr. Brian Hay shows you a few exercises to prevent and treat calf pain. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fCcVWxfQAkM

Body-weight exercise video

Performance Physical Therapy is proud to partner with Brown Athletics to bring you this on-demand exercise video. Physical Therapist and former professional lacrosse player, Dr. Bobby Dattilo leads...

News & Announcements

Check out our Facebook page for more news and info

Indoor track: Show proof of a booster by Jan. 24

Reminder on INDOOR TRACK: Anyone coming for the first time indoors must show proof of vaccination. Members must also wear a mask when entering the building and doing non-running things! Everyone using the facility will need to be boosted by January 24. You can bring...

Winter Run Series 2022

The Winter Run Series runs Saturday, January 8 through March 26. Members who sign in at the Hope St. end of Blackstone Boulevard for at least 9 of 12 Saturday runs will earn earn a long sleeve tech shirt.

Group Runs While Training for a Half or Full Marathon

Recently a number of club members have mentioned how much they enjoy running the local roads with others, the majority of whom they have gotten to know at RMHP-RC training sessions on the track, at Tempo Tuesdays, or on weekend long runs on trails or roads. For some...

Running Club members get a 10% discount at Rhode Runner

Just a reminder that all Club members receive a 10% discount at Rhode Runner on North Main Street. Just be sure to tell the friendly staff that you're a member. They'll confirm it in the database. This is a fabulous opportunity and the folks there are great at finding...

Got old sneakers? Bring them to track to help those in need.

One of our club members, Thom Spann, is actively engaged in collecting running shoes that would otherwise be discarded and donating them to the Providence Cobras, a local track club for community youngsters under his direction for the past 45 years. Your old sneakers...