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

Performance Physical Therapy offers free consults via Telehealth

Performance Physical Therapy is now offering Club members free Telehealth/Virtual consultations. If you have a physical issue and are wondering what it might be and what it would take to resolve, you can consult with a physical therapist (often one of the Performance...

A Year in Review: 2020 Running Club Highlights (and yes, there were many!)

Club member Ned Craun put together a must-read 2020 Year in Review, which you can download. The review features outstanding performances by Club Members before the closures (remember those days?), how the Club deftly adapted to state restrictions to enable us to still...

Personalized Half and Full Marathon Training Sessions

If you’re even thinking about running a Marathon or Half Marathon this fall, even if it’s a maybe (“if the stars align, and I don’t get hurt”), the time to plan – and start training –is NOW. Contact Bob (rothenbergab@gmail.com) and/or Jon (jbarnes227@gmail.com) for a...

NEW! Triathlon and Trail Running News Sections

We've added news sections especially those who are interested in Triathlon Training or Trail Running. Be sure to check them.

Hi Trail Friends!

Whether you are new to trail running or you’ve been living in the woods for some time now, we are happy you are interested! Trail running is a great way to experience nature, explore New England, and most importantly, enjoy food with friends at buffet-style aid...