SportWalk Clinic

Race walking is great for cardiovascular fitness. You can learn the unique style and techniques of race walking at the "See it, Feel it, Experience it” free clinic at 11:30 a.m. on the Empire State Plaza on race day. Learning proper movements to enhance fitness efficiency will be the objective. Weekly SportWalking clinics are also being conducted on Thursdays at 6:00 p.m. at FleetFeet Sports, 155 Wolf Road in Albany, 518-459-3338.

After you've grasped the basics of the sport at the free clinic, get ready to "Try It” with your new skills in the 2 km SportWalk challenge at 12:15 p.m.! The event features a timed walk with technique assistance provided by USA Olympic hopefuls and experts from Fleet Feet SportWalkers Club. The $10 registration includes a t-shirt.