GetFit-Atlanta members are just like you. We each decided one day that we would like to get into better shape, to make new friends, and maybe run or walk a half or whole marathon! Some of us are just starting an exercise program, others have been exercising for a while, and some are Boston Marathon qualifiers. But regardless of the specifics, we all share one common goal - to have fun.

If you want to make new friends, get into the best shape of your life, and maybe even run that marathon you've always dreamed about, come out and join GetFit-Atlanta. Ask previous members, this is a non-intimidating environment, and we really do motivate people to get fit, and have fun.

The general format of GetFit-Atlanta is as follows:

• An organized training run or walk each Saturday morning with a group of runners or walkers whose training pace is similar to yours. Each group is designated a color. Each group's starting time varies depending on their pace and their distance for that morning.
• A seminar on training, stretching, nutrition or other related topic each Saturday after our run / walk to help you learn the fundamentals of successfully improving your fitness.
• Time for discussion with your color group members and instruction from your coaches each week after the seminar.
• A schedule of training runs or walks to be completed each week on your own, or if you choose, with other members of your color group.
• Organized weekly speed training sessions once the group has built a sufficient training base to handle speed work safely and comfortably, about 10 weeks into the program.

The GetFit-Atlanta program works. We have demonstrated our success with group members competing in marathons from Orlando to Minnesota. Our coaches are CPR certified and we, the coaches and assistant coaches, have over 50 marathons between us. Come out and join us and see for yourself.