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Moms in Motion New 5K Fitness Team Begins Training in Encino

The group is training for the Great Race of Agoura in March.

[The following information was provided courtesy of Moms in Motion].

Moms In Motion Encino’s Run, Walk and Tone Team kicked off Saturday morning in Balboa Park under perfect weather conditions. The group began with warm-up exercises and drills, and continued with a cardio session, toning exercises, and stretching.

“We’re so excited to have launched this new Moms In Motion team at Balboa Park,” said Karen Kalan, Team Leader for Moms in Motion Encino.  “Moms in Motion brings together women with a variety of fitness goals who are looking to get in shape, make friends, and participate in philanthropic projects within their community.” 

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from in Encino briefly spoke to the group about how to choose the best running shoes, and the participants all enjoyed snacks and goodie bags courtesy of Whole Foods Market Tarzana, O.N.E. Coconut water, Panera Bread, Burt’s Bees and Fleet Feet Sports.

This season, the Moms In Motion team will be training for the Deena Kastor 5K at the Great Race of Agoura on March 24. The Encino team meets every Saturday morning from 10:30-11:30 in Balboa Park. If you’re interested in joining the team, more information is available at www.momsinmotionla.com.

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