Our goal is to provide the community with a centralized hub of running and fitness-related resources including group runs, events, clinics, quality gear, and directing them to other local gyms and business with the hope to make everyone’s miles that much more enjoyable and bring our fitness community together as one.
"They have a secure fit around the midfoot and super comfy. Not to mention the great colorways!"
"The perfect marriage of comfort and performance for a trail shoe"
"The wider toe box helps maintain natural positioning of the foot. Its well cushioned but still provides that feel of the road."
"I'm a sucker for high cushion! The Hoka Bondis provide that while also being super lightweight."
"The traditional support matched with the soft Fresh Foam makes for a smooth ride."
"Responsive for performance but also impressively comfortable!"
Every ability level welcome! Check our facebook events or call your local shop for details on when and where.
Beginner Group Runs - no runner left behind
Taco Tuesday - run your calories off first and then dig in
Twilight Trails - Bring your headlamp and light up the night
Pub Runs - run around town with some fun pit stops
...and more!
Saucony Endorphin Elite 2: The Next Evolution in Race-Day Speed
Built for elite road racing, the Saucony Endorphin Elite 2 redefines performance with next-level energy return and cutting-edge innovation. Featuring the world debut of incrediRUN superfoam, this high-performance midsole delivers unparalleled cushioning and rebound, propelling you forward with every stride.
A full-length carbon fiber plate enhances explosive propulsion, while SpeedRoll geometry creates the most aggressive, race-ready ride in Saucony’s lineup. The PWRTRAC rubber outsole provides superior grip and durability, ensuring confidence on wet and dry surfaces alike.
Designed for maximum breathability and a secure fit, the woven mesh upper includes a knit-connected tongue and seamless molded heel cup for locked-in comfort over marathon distances.
Take your racing to the next level with the Saucony Endorphin Elite 2—engineered to help you chase personal bests and podium finishes.
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MIDSOLE
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| Weight: | 7.1 oz (Men's Size 9) |
| Heel Stack: | 40 mm |
| Forefoot Stack: | 32 mm |
| Heel-Toe Offset: | 8 mm |
The Biological Wrap-Up consolidates key physiological principles in biomechanics, metabolism, energy systems, heart rate training, and VO2 max. This lecture explains how each component interacts to optimize athletic performance, ensuring structured training plans for strength, endurance, and recovery.
From muscle fiber recruitment to ATP utilization, this overview equips athletes and trainers with the knowledge to fine-tune workouts. Understanding training metrics such as heart rate zones and anaerobic thresholds allows for better program design, reducing injury risks while maximizing performance outcomes.
The Biological Wrap-Up brings together the fundamental principles of biomechanics, metabolism, energy systems, heart rate training, and VO2 max. These elements work in synergy to shape an athlete's training plan, ensuring the correct application of training metrics, the appropriate intensity zones, and the strategic use of recovery and adaptation. Whether you're training for endurance, power, or speed, understanding energy pathways, muscle fiber engagement, and heart rate zone optimization allows for smarter, science-backed training programs.
Metabolism powers every movement, and Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) is the key energy source that fuels all muscular activity. The body regenerates ATP through four primary energy pathways: ATP storage, Creatine Phosphate, Glycolysis, and the Aerobic System (Krebs Cycle). Each system plays a distinct role based on workout intensity and duration. Anaerobic systems provide short bursts of power, while the aerobic system sustains prolonged endurance efforts.
By training specific energy systems, athletes can enhance recovery, improve endurance, and maximize performance. A strong aerobic base replenishes ATP faster, allowing for better recovery between intense sets. Training plans should incorporate explosive short-duration efforts, mid-range glycolytic training, and long aerobic sessions to develop all aspects of fitness. Understanding how metabolism fuels workouts helps athletes train smarter and optimize energy use efficiently.
Heart rate training zones help athletes and fitness enthusiasts optimize workouts by focusing on physiological effort rather than arbitrary pacing. By using a heart rate monitor to gauge intensity, individuals can align sessions with goals such as recovery, endurance, or high-intensity intervals. This approach prevents overtraining, supports progressive overload, and cultivates a well-rounded training plan.
Each heart rate zone corresponds to a unique benefit, from Zone 1’s active recovery to Zone 5’s maximal anaerobic effort. By balancing workouts across different zones, exercisers develop a stronger aerobic base, improved lactate clearance, and better cardiovascular efficiency. Understanding these zones also enhances consistency, enabling continuous adaptation and peak fitness.
Heart rate training zones enable exercisers to tailor their intensity levels for different workout goals. By monitoring beats per minute (BPM), individuals can target key adaptations—ranging from low-intensity recovery (Zone 1) to maximum anaerobic efforts (Zone 5). This approach fosters consistent progression, helps avoid overtraining, and refines both speed and endurance by structuring workouts according to aerobic and anaerobic needs. With reliable heart rate data, athletes can align each session with their long-term fitness objectives, ensuring steady improvements in power, performance, and cardiovascular health.
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Middletown, NY
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Corning, NY
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