Winter Outdoor Running
Calling all running enthusiasts! Embrace the fresh winter air and build fitness in this fun and challenging running program. We will move throughout the entire class with a combination of running and proper dynamic and static stretches, as well as plyometrics and strength circuits to stay strong. Independent running will be encouraged throughout the week to stay fit and on track to meet our goal of running a 4-5K at the end of the program.
Please note: This program is held entirely outdoors and will be canceled only in the case of icy or other unsafe weather conditions. Students must arrive dressed for the cold weather and with proper footwear. Notifications of cancellations will be emailed the evening before.
Jessica Pulzetti
Instructor
Jessica Pulzetti is a Cross Country Coach at Lexington Christian Academy and an MLL teacher at Ottoson. Outside of coaching, she enjoys running with the Winchester Highlanders, racing with the Shamrocks, and training with the Heartbreakers. Although the 5 mile is her favorite race distance, she also runs 5Ks and half marathons, and has completed eight marathons, including three Bostons. Every year she looks forward to running in the snow!
Maria Antonieta Taranto
Instructor
Maria Taranto is a Spanish teacher at Ottoson Middle School. She lives in Wakefield, Massachusetts, with her husband and their two children, Michael, 18, and Luciana, 16, who also run cross country and track.
Maria enjoys long-distance runs with the Melrose Running Club and 5Ks around Lake Quannapowitt with the Mystic Runners. Although she enjoys racing 5Ks, half marathons are her favorite distance. She has completed many half marathons and five full marathons. She loves running in all kinds of weather—even in the winter!
OMS-Winter Running Session 1
Instructors:
- Jessica Pulzetti
- Maria Antonieta Taranto
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Tue, Nov 17th 2026 | 3:10 - 4:25 PM | Ottoson Middle School |
| Thu, Nov 19th 2026 | 3:10 - 4:25 PM | Ottoson Middle School |
| Tue, Nov 24th 2026 | 3:10 - 4:25 PM | Ottoson Middle School |
| Tue, Dec 1st 2026 | 3:10 - 4:25 PM | Ottoson Middle School |
| Thu, Dec 3rd 2026 | 3:10 - 4:25 PM | Ottoson Middle School |
| Tue, Dec 8th 2026 | 3:10 - 4:25 PM | Ottoson Middle School |
| Thu, Dec 10th 2026 | 3:10 - 4:25 PM | Ottoson Middle School |
| Tue, Dec 15th 2026 | 3:10 - 4:25 PM | Ottoson Middle School |
| Thu, Dec 17th 2026 | 3:10 - 4:25 PM | Ottoson Middle School |
| Tue, Jan 5th 2027 | 3:10 - 4:25 PM | Ottoson Middle School |
| Thu, Jan 7th 2027 | 3:10 - 4:25 PM | Ottoson Middle School |
| Tue, Jan 12th 2027 | 3:10 - 4:25 PM | Ottoson Middle School |
| Thu, Jan 14th 2027 | 3:10 - 4:25 PM | Ottoson Middle School |