When: April 17, 2008; 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Where: On campus Room L5; Cost: FREE!
Featuring Traci Bishop, marathon runner and student at Northwestern Health Sciences University; and Ryne DeVries, DC, chiropractic faculty at Northwestern Health Sciences University
It’s never too late to conquer your fitness goals! During this session learn how to train from start to finish and how everyone is capable of accomplishing a 5K. Discover what training options are right for you and how to go from the couch to a 5K in weeks. 

More Resources For You
Run Efficiently: Build and Use a Strong Core
If you’re looking to run more efficiently and prevent injuries, try these tips from Danny Dreyer, founder and creator of ChiRunning in San Rafael, California, and author of ChiRunning®: A Revolutionary Approach to Effortless, Injury-Free Running.

Selecting The Best Running Shoe For You
Choosing a fashionable running shoe doesn’t necessarily mean it’s the best-functioning or best-fitting shoe. In most cases, it’s just the opposite with many people hurting their stride, possibly leading to pain and injury. How a running shoe fits is the most important consideration when buying a new pair.

Running Events and Training
If you’re just starting out with running or looking to improve your performance, here are some websites that may be useful. Find training programs to suit your needs and locate upcoming events.

When: June 7, 2008; 5K run 8 a.m.; 5K walk 9 a.m.; Kids races 10 a.m.
Where: On campus
Cost: $20 (before June 6); $25 race day; $7 kids (before June 6); $10 kids race day
Get your family involved in health and wellness by training for a 5K race. Whether you’re an avid runner competing for more than $6,500 in prizes or a first-time participant, this event has a lot in store for you. Raved as being one of the best organized races in Minnesota, this event boasts a huge post-race health-food buffet, massages, chiropractic care and live music - much more than a simple 5K race.

When: Sept. 6, 2008; 6 p.m - 8 p.m.
Where: On campus; Cost: FREE! RSVP required.
Come for an evening of relaxation! Sample various wines and enjoy tasty desserts at this free event on the campus of Northwestern Health Sciences University. Listen to live local entertainment as the sun sets and remember to bring your lawn chairs!

When: Oct. 31, 2008; 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Where: On campus; Cost: FREE!
Join more than 1,000 kids in an evening of safe and fun trick-or-treating on the campus of Northwestern Health Sciences University. This free event offers carnival games, prize drawings, live entertainment and of course Trick-or-Treat Alley. Bring your own bucket for your treats!