Saint Paul - Como
Moms on the Run is an instructor-led fitness program with coaching to motivate, educate and encourage you on your journey. You’ll make new friends, find accountability and have fun while working toward a healthier lifestyle.
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Fall Class Registration is Now Open!
Similar to our summer program, we will offer both virtual and in-person options, and will make adjustments as needed to accommodate the continually changing landscape of Covid-19. Our in-person classes follow health and safety policies including social distancing and size limits according to federal, state and local health guidelines. View our COVID-19 Class Policy here. Our virtual options deliver an exceptional experience of fitness, fun and friendship, all with the convenience of your preferred time. Use weekly recordings from our coaching team and take us with you on your run! Join us today to experience a new level of community and connection with Moms on the Run! |
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REGISTER NOW: STRENGTH AND CARDIO BOOT CAMP
8-week Strength and Cardio Boot Camp runs through November 1, 2020
Our 8-week Strength and Cardio Boot Camp offers a variety of workout options to help you get fit. We'll help maximize your metabolism by providing run/walk high intensity interval training (HIIT) at your level. Enhance your fitness level by improving strength, muscle tone, speed and agility. Bonus! You’ll make new friends, find accountability, and have fun while working toward your fitness goals.
8-week Strength and Cardio Boot Camp runs through November 1, 2020
Our 8-week Strength and Cardio Boot Camp offers a variety of workout options to help you get fit. We'll help maximize your metabolism by providing run/walk high intensity interval training (HIIT) at your level. Enhance your fitness level by improving strength, muscle tone, speed and agility. Bonus! You’ll make new friends, find accountability, and have fun while working toward your fitness goals.
- Cardiovascular Interval Training and Strength:
- 20 minutes of walk/run intervals with 20 minutes of strength training (5lb weights are encouraged)
- Two sessions per week will be recorded and available for download (one session = one recorded interval plus one recorded strength)
- In-person options will be offered per week as allowed and following all MN Department of Health guidelines
- Endurance Runs:
- Steady paced cardio classes designed to help build endurance, with an option to increase mileage
- One session per week will be recorded and available for download
- In-person options will be offered as allowed and following all MN Department of Health guidelines
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Time |
Class Type |
Class Location |
Coach |
Monday |
6:30pm |
Virtual LIVE Strength (also recorded and shared weekly) |
Zoom & Facebook Live, Video Recording |
Carrie Tollefson |
Tuesday |
6:00pm |
In-person Endurance |
Como East Picnic Lot |
Carrie Wolf |
Wednesday |
6:00pm |
In-person Bootcamp |
Wabun Playground |
Emma Jorstad |
Thursday |
6:00pm |
In-person Bootcamp |
Como East Picnic Lot |
Carrie Wolf |
Saturday |
7:30am |
In-person Endurance |
Summit & River Road |
Coach Rotation |
Virtual |
Flexible |
Recorded Strength #2 |
Video Recording |
Laura Ochoco |
Virtual |
Flexible |
Recorded Interval #1 |
Audio Recording |
Carrie Tollefson |
Virtual |
Flexible |
Recorded Interval #2 |
Audio Recording |
Coach Rotation |
Virtual |
Flexible |
Recorded Endurance |
Audio Recording |
Coach Rotation |
FALL SEASON REGISTRATION OPTIONS
For all options, you will select a primary location and are invited to flex your membership to Como, Highland Park, or Nokomis as needed. In addition to our instructor-led virtual and in-person options, #CoHiNo MOTR membership includes:
- all National Moms on the Run (MOTR) training plans, promotions, events, and benefits
- exclusive access to a private Facebook group for support and accountability
- weekly local newsletter with the training plan for each week and bonus content
- invitations to team gatherings and social events throughout the season (as safe and appropriate)
- popular distance race training plans (Grandma's Half & Full Marathon, Twin Cities 10 mile and Marathon, etc) aligned to the class training plans so you can attend class and meet your training goals
- challenges with prizes and friendly, low-stakes competition
- fitness, fun, and friendship!
1x Per Week |
2x Per Week |
3x Per Week |
Unlimited Pass |
Flex 10 Pass |
$99 |
$149 |
$169 |
$199 |
$129 |
Attend or download one Interval or Endurance class each week |
Attend or download any two Interval classes and/or coached Endurance runs per week |
Attend or download up to three Interval classes and/or coached Endurance runs per week |
Best Value! Attend or download unlimited Interval classes and/or coached Endurance runs per week |
Attend or download any 10 Interval or coached Endurance runs over 8 weeks |
Optional monthly payment plan available. Due to expenses incurred at the beginning of our season, we are unable to offer refunds or cancel upcoming payments. For more information on our refund policy please see our FAQs.
Not sure if you're ready to register? Join us for a free class!
Signature Season
Welcome to the Signature Season! Moms on the Run St. Paul/Minneapolis (#CoHiNo: Como, Highland Park, & Nokomis) offers three training programs across three metro locations. You can choose to run at one, two, or all three locations - pick the classes that work for your schedule. Learn more below!
The Signature Season runs for 18 weeks: April through August
Learn/Return to RunThis program is for women wanting to build up to a 5k distance. Women start by mostly walking and finish the season non-stop jogging or running. Recommended for those who can comfortably jog for one minute or walk for 10 minutes.
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REcreational/Alternative PaceThis program is for runners who take walking breaks at the beginning of the season but are comfortable doing some running. Intended to support the casual runner and the intensity level will be determined by the individual athlete.
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Intermediate TrainingThis program is for women who can run 20-30 minutes without stopping. The intensity level will be determined by the individual’s desire to push herself. This program introduces a variety of running workouts to help women get more out of training to increase distance, improve pace, or reach her own goals.
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Como-Highland-Nokomis Locations
MEET Your COACHES
Our coaching team includes twelve phenomenal women who are committed to helping every member reach their goals! Meet these women below to learn more about how the #CoHiNo MOTR community will support your wellness journey.
Carrie Tollefson
Carrie's running career began in high school where she was a 13-time state champion. She competed at Villanova University, where she was a 5-time NCAA Champion and the 1998 NCAA Indoor Track Athlete of the Year. In her post collegiate career, she won three national championships and earned the #1 spot in the country in 2004 after winning the 1500-meter at the U.S. Olympic Trials and going on to represent the U.S. in the Olympic Games in Athens. Carrie is currently the National MOTR Fitness Director, an ESPN2 analyst and a commentator for national events. She lives and trains here in Minnesota with her husband Charlie and their three children. |
Heather Dupont
Heather been with Moms on the Run since 2014. She had never considered running before but joined the group after her second child and quickly found herself hooked. You'll often find her running with her dog Derby who is pretty convinced he’s also a member of MOTR. When she's not running, Heather is most commonly chasing down her two daughters, or trying to figure out what country her husband is currently flying to. She works part-time and also spends as much free time as she can sewing or reading (after she gets out for a run). |
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Rachel Shands
Rachel has been an MOTR participant at St. Paul Como since 2012, when her daughter was a year old. She can’t imagine life without this program. MOTR has made her a better runner than she ever dreamed possible. She’s met amazing people. She also loves how much running supports her emotional and mental health. She is inspired by every MOTR participant and is excited to support this community as a coach. Rachel lives in St. Paul with her husband, daughter, and cat. She works as a manager at the Minnesota Department of Human Services. In addition to running, she loves cooking, traveling, listening to music and going to concerts. |
Emma Jorstad
Emma was an occasional runner in college, and joined MOTR after a disappointing 10k race. She was excited to improve her running, do some "real" workouts, and be accountable to regular exercise. As an introvert, she was stepping out of her comfort zone. But what she discovered was a welcoming group of women, so uplifting, gracious and fun! She had no idea she would be joining a strong, driven community who would push, encourage and support her so unconditionally in running and in life. She was nervous about the commitment and cost, but says those quickly became defaults in her budget and calendar. Now on the coaching team, she is honored to help women achieve goals they never knew were possible. When she is not running, Emma works full time in the IT area and enjoys spending time with her husband, son and daughter. If there is time after all of that, she likes to read, travel and attempt to sew. |
Sandra Eng
Sandra joined MOTR in 2019 after a couple of years of (gentle) arm twisting from a fellow coach. She was immediately drawn in by the support, accountability, and sense of community offered by MOTR. Although Sandra ran track in high school, she never really considered herself a runner until last year. She ran her first 5K in over 20 years in July 2019, and hasn't looked back since. Sandra has fully caught the running bug, having subsequently run the TC 10 Mile, two Ragnar relays, and a half marathon. She's currently training for the virtual TC Marathon, because, as she's learned countless time through the team's encouragement, she knows she can do hard things! In her non-running life, Sandra is a psychologist in private practice, and a sometimes professional crochet designer. She's glad to have picked up a hobby that requires a little more movement than crocheting! She lives near Lake Nokomis with her son, daughter, and two cats. |
Heather Clark
Heather joined Moms on the Run in 2012 to find accountability to a workout routine after having her second son. She has been coaching since 2011 and says running keeps her grounded, and find balance in all the hustle as a Mom to four boys. Running allows her to set an example for her kids about the benefit of an active lifestyle. Heather works outside the home in the health insurance industry and enjoys watching her kids find their passion in the sports they participate in, cooking, and drinking coffee ... that last one is a life necessity! She looks forward to meeting new members and helping them find a love for running and reach their goals no matter how small or big! |
Meg Nodzon
Meg is thrilled to be assistant coaching this season! In 2007, Meg ran her first 5K race, but she didn’t start running in earnest until she joined MOTR-Como in 2016. It taught her how to love running alongside others and how to build strength for long runs. Since joining MOTR, Meg ran her first 10K, 10 mile, and ½ marathon races. The TC 10-mile is her favorite race. Meg is proud to be a three-time Summit Series-MNy participant (four races, including the TC-10, annually). When she isn’t running, Meg enjoys yoga and group fitness classes and has been practicing vinyasa yoga for over twelve years. She enjoys entering her baked goods in the Minnesota State Fair and going to the drive-in movies with family and friends. Meg lives with her husband and is a puppy-mom to dog Pepper Potts. |
Carrie Wolf
Carrie joined Moms on the Run in 2018. She wanted to find some “me time” and always loved running. She was hesitant about joining because she was worried about not being in good enough shape to run with a group. She had no idea how amazing and encouraging the community would be. She has been able to improve both her speed and distance and is ready to help anyone who feels the same way she did. Carrie works as the laboratory supervisor for the Newborn Screening Program at the Minnesota Department of Health. She spends her free time hiking, playing board games, going to concerts, and keeping up with her daughter. |
Jill Dent
Jill joined Moms on the Run in 2012 and credits the program with laying the foundation for a lot of positive growth in her life. She loves the accountability and community of the program. She likes to describe herself as an "alternative pace" runner with consistency as her main objective. Her mantra is "I'm moving faster than the person sitting at home on the couch!' Jill lives in St. Paul with her husband, four kids, and two cats. When not running or walking around Como Lake she loves to hike, plan family vacations that drag her children to national and historical landmarks, sing along to Broadway musicals, and watch football (Go Pack!) |
Erica Wacker
Erica Wacker first joined Moms on the Run when her family moved to St. Paul from Chicago in 2013. After a couple years off with kid #2, she rejoined in 2017 and has been an active member ever since. Before MOTR, Erica didn't really like running and only did it out of obligation to get some exercise. Fast forward to 2020, and she's done a half marathon, Ragnar relay, 10-mile race, and countless 5Ks and 10Ks over the past several years. She is excited to join the coaching staff as a sub and give back to this community that's given her so much! Erica lives in Mac Groveland with her (ultra running) husband, two sons and dog. She currently works in government communications and also writes for Minnesota Parent magazine. |
Alicia Waeffler, Owner
Alicia joined Moms on the Run in 2018, shortly after her second child turned two. The instant community and accountability were transformational in her journey back to wellness. Alicia is the owner of both St. Paul locations (Como and Highland) plus the Minneapolis location at Nokomis. She is honored to be a part of and support this amazing community of women.
Alicia lives in St. Paul with her husband and their two children. She can often be found baking, hiking, running, gardening, or playing outside with her kids.
Alicia joined Moms on the Run in 2018, shortly after her second child turned two. The instant community and accountability were transformational in her journey back to wellness. Alicia is the owner of both St. Paul locations (Como and Highland) plus the Minneapolis location at Nokomis. She is honored to be a part of and support this amazing community of women.
Alicia lives in St. Paul with her husband and their two children. She can often be found baking, hiking, running, gardening, or playing outside with her kids.
Year Round Programming
At Moms on the Run we love to run - no matter what the weather! We offer a variety of year-round programming to help you stay in shape and stay connected to our strong community of women
Strength & Cardio Boot Camp
September 2020 - November 2020
Register Now! Our 8-week Strength and Cardio Boot Camp offers a variety of workout options to help you get fit. We'll help maximize your metabolism by providing run/walk high intensity interval training (HIIT) at your level. Enhance your fitness level by improving strength, muscle tone, speed and agility. |
Winter Training Program
November 2020-April 2021
Registration Opens October 2020 Change up your regular running routine and take your fitness indoors! We offer strength training that will help you maintain the strength and fitness you gained over the summer and fall. We also have options to layer up and keep up your endurance with outdoor weekend runs. |
18 Week Signature Training
April 2021 - August 2021
Registration Opens February 2021 Our signature 18-week training program lets you attend classes from 1 to 9 times per week. We strongly recommend choosing an interval class at least once a week, which includes a higher level of structure and support. From walkers to runners, women will start at their own level and progress throughout the season. |
