RUNNING CLUB
Up for the Challenges ?
The first challenge for the new RYC Series Running Club , the Kick Start 5K Time Trial , was held on Saturday 13 March . “ We were excited to announce our first challenge for RYC Series Running Club members ,” says Michael . “ The Kick Start 5K Time Trial was the perfect way for runners to gauge their current level of fitness . The idea was to complete a 5km run or walk as fast as possible , because this was a challenge , after all , and the challenges that follow will build on that fitness level .”
We can confirm that the Joburg 10K CITYRUN , Durban 10K CITYRUN and Cape Town 12K CITYRUN scheduled for later this year will be included in the line-up of motivational monthly challenges .
Beginner ’ s Guide to Strava
To enter a RYCS event or challenge , remember that you first need to join the RYC Series Running Club on Strava . You can join Strava and the RYC Series Running Club via the following link https :// www . strava . com / clubs / rycs . Once joined , you can sign up for any event and / or challenge that you wish to participate in .
Here is a simple step-by-step guide to get you started when signing up for the RYC Series Running Club on Strava :
• Download the Strava App from the Google or Play Store .
• Sign up via Facebook , Google , Apple or Email .
• Create Your Profile .
• Allow for GPS location access .
• Use your phone or smartwatch .
• Choose your sport / s .
• Invite your contacts .
• Follow family and friends also on Strava .
• Connect your tracking device ( if you have one ) – your smartwatch will automatically sync your activity to Strava .
• Join the Run Your City Series Club .
• You are ready to GO !
• Post any articles and shares .
• Post your photographs , which will be displayed on the club feed .
• Check out all the Club notifications .
To join one of the club events , click on the orange I ’ m in button displayed next to the Event listing on the RYC Series Running Club homepage on Strava . Then choose your own location and route , and make sure you complete the challenge before the cut-off time . After your run or walk , you will need to load your activity to Strava within that cut-off date and time in order to appear on the leader board .
So now it ’ s up to you ! Join our RYC Series Running Club and take on the challenges , and maybe you ’ ll be one of the winners of those awesome PUMA goodies !
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