Fun Mother's Day Celebrations at the Fix 'Em 5k
Thank you, thank you everyone who came out to Saturday's Fix 'Em 5k. Close to $1800 was raised for Pet Friendly Services of Indiana!
Congrats to overall Male and Female Oliver James and Tavi Wallace! Annabelle Walker and John Cooke for winning the Human/Dog categories and for the 502 Team Challenge, Co-Ed The Devil Wears Strava, Male The Galloping Geezers and Female Mom Is Making Us Run As A Family. For full results, overall, age group and age graded rankings, including Mother's Day categories, Stroller, full Team Results and Race Photos, click here.
Next race on the Run the 502 calendar is The Parklands & WLKY 5k. Prices increases this Sunday, May 19th so get registered soon. Click here for details and to register!
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Shirt Reveal for The Parklands & WLKY 5k!
The Parklands & WLKY 5K is on Saturday, June 1st. This 3.1-mile run/walk will start and finish at the Egg Lawn at Beckley Creek Park. Runners and walkers will go out on the road, then return partly on the Louisville Loop. The race will start at 8:30 am.
Race entry includes:
- short sleeve tech race shirt
- finisher medal
- free race photography
For more details and to register, click here.
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Tips to Adjust to Heat and Humidity
As the temperatures rise, adapting your running and walking routine to handle the heat and humidity is essential for both comfort and safety. Here are five tips to help you adjust and maintain your outdoor activities even as the mercury climbs.
1. Hydrate Properly: Drink water throughout the day, not just before or after your run. Consider an electrolyte supplement if you're sweating more than usual to replace lost salts and minerals.
2. Dress Appropriately: Wear lightweight, breathable, and moisture-wicking clothes to help keep your body cool. Light colors are preferable as they reflect the sun’s rays better than darker shades.
3. Time Your Workouts Wisely: Try to run or walk early in the morning or later in the evening when temperatures are cooler. Avoid the midday sun when the heat and humidity are at their peak.
4. Adjust Your Pace: Start slower than usual to give your body time to adjust to the heat. It’s okay to take breaks and you shouldn’t expect to hit your usual times under such conditions.
5. Listen to Your Body: Pay attention to signs of heat exhaustion, including dizziness, headache, and nausea. If you feel overheated, stop immediately, find shade, and hydrate.
Staying active in the heat requires some adjustments, but with the right precautions, you can continue to enjoy your runs and walks safely. Always prioritize your wellbeing and adapt your routines as needed to ensure you stay healthy and hydrated throughout the summer months.
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Runner Spotlight - Lisa Kincaid
Continuing our features on Run the 502 stars, those who entered and completed all 11 races!
My first 5k was in 2018. I always said I would never run. But something clicked in my mid 40’s and I thought I might try it. My only son was a high school senior and I knew he would be leaving the nest in a year. The idea of “empty nest” worried. A friend encouraged me to join them in a 5k. I was worried and scared and nervous and excited. When I crossed that first finish line I was hooked.
I love the variety of places to run in the 502. Louisville and southern Indiana have some beautiful places to run together and run the 502 allows you to explore so many of these. I also love the bling and completing the 502 gets an extra medal.
My favorite distance is the 5k.
My favorite place to run around Louisville is through Cherokee park. Even with the hills.
Outside of Louisville I love to run at Disney.
I completed the Dopey challenge at Disney in 2023. I am most proud of this.
I love how kind and encouraging everyone is. Cheering for strangers you pass and receiving high fives from others as you as running is the best!!
Advice…keep going. No matter your pace, just keep going and have fun.
The races are run very well. Organization and communication from the race staff is great. The dates and times of races work well for me.
Thank you for having a great race series in Louisville and southern Indiana. Looking forward to the next season to begin.
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2024 Run the 502
River City Races is proud and excited to announce the 2024 Run the 502 (medal will be updated and revealed later in the year). Click here to register for the 2024 Run the 502 (there is no charge but you will still need to register for at least six races on the calendar).
This year's edition will have twelve races on the calendar (with the potential of adding more) to pick from. Enter a minimum of six races on the calendar and you will be eligible for the special Run the 502 medal.
For every race you finish, you will receive a bonus finisher's charm with each individual race logo on it to hang off your Run the 502 medal. Medal and charms will be mailed to each participant at the conclusion of the Run the 502 series on February 8th, the Snowman Shuffle.
Please note, you must be registered for the Run the 502 (no additional charge but must enter six race individually) and you are eligible for the medal but only finishers of a race will receive a charm.
Below are the races included in this year's calendar and the Run the 502 medals will be mailed after Snowman Shuffle 4 Miler in February.
*part of the Polar Bear Grand Prix
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The Parklands & WLKY 5k
Saturday, June 1st at 8:30 a.m. at Beckley Creek Park
Just announced, FREE FINISHER PHOTOS with your name and time on them!
Mark your calendars for the 2024 Parklands & WLKY 5K!
Whether you prefer to walk, run, or just support your friends and family that do, it's a great opportunity to support The Parklands' annual maintenance and operations.
As a visitor-and-donor supported public park, you can help us keep The Parklands safe, clean, fun, and beautiful by registering for the 5k today!
Click here for more details and to register.
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Louisville Bats 5k
Saturday, June 22nd at Louisville Slugger Field
Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to run the Bats 5k, the only race where you finish the last ¼ mile with a lap around the diamond at Louisville Slugger Field! Course will start and finish outside the back gate on Witherspoon with the award ceremony taking place inside the stadium.
Race entry includes:
- Two dateless ticket vouchers, good for any 2024 Louisville Bats home game (vouchers will be in your packet at packet pickup)
- Performance fanny pack with Running Buddy Bat logo
- 2024 Bats 5K Finisher Medal
- Race Photo with Buddy Bat
- Engraved Louisville Slugger Bats for Overall Top 3 male/female finishers
For more details and to register click here.
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Back For 2024!
The Bats Grand Slam Doubler Header!
Enter and finish both the Louisville Bats 5k on June 22nd and the Dr. Ed Morgan/Kiwanis Grand Slam 4 Miler on July 20th and earn the Bats Grand Slam Double Header Medal! Click here for details and to register for the bundle.
Join the Louisville Bats and the Louisville Bats 5k. Start and finish outside the back gate of Louisville Slugger Field on Witherspoon and run the last 1/4 mile of the race around the baseball field and all entrants receive two dateless vouchers for any Bats home game.
Dr. Ed Morgan/Kiwanis Grand Slam 4 Miler is a four mile run/walk through beautiful Waterfront Park in the morning and a baseball game that evening. What a perfect way to spend a summer Saturday. All registrants receive their choice of a cotton blend, tech or women's tech tank (only pre-registered will be guaranteed a shirt on race day) or get two for an additional $10.
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St. Matthews Independence Day 5k
Thursday, July 4th at St. Matthews Baptist Church
Join us at 8:00 am on Thursday morning, July 4th for the St. Matthews Independence Day 5K. This race has its origins back to the late 1970's (and the course unchanged) in what was then called the St. Matthews Pavement Pounder. This fun and fast timed race begins and ends at St. Matthews Baptist Church (3515 Grandview Avenue). Walkers are welcome!
Click here for more details and to register.
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Dr. Ed Morgan/Kiwanis Grand Slam 4 Miler
Saturday, July 20th at Louisville Slugger Field
Just announced, FREE FINISHER PHOTOS with your and time printed on them!
Celebrating it's 21st year, the Dr. Ed Morgan/Kiwanis Grand Slam 4 Miler is a four mile run/walk through beautiful Waterfront Park in the morning and a baseball game that evening. What a perfect way to spend a summer Saturday. All registrants receive their choice of a cotton blend, tech shirt or women's tech tank (only pre-registered will be guaranteed a shirt on race day) or get two for an additional $10.
Click here for more details and to register.
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Bark in the Park 4 Miler
Saturday, September 14th at 8:30 a.m. at Beckley Creek Park
It's the Animal Care Society's 40th Anniversary and to make the occasion, this year the event will be 4 miles instead of the 5k of the past and we're moving to Beckley Creek Park in The Parklands!
Two- and four-legged (canine) members of the community are invited to enjoy a tail-waggin' good time at the Animal Care Society's (ACS) Annual Bark in the Park 4 Miler.
Click here for more details and to register.
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Downtown Doubler 30k/15k/8k/4k
Sunday, September 22nd at 7:30 a.m. at New Albany Amphitheater
Just announced, FREE FINISHER PHOTOS with your and time printed on them!
The race so nice you can do it twice!
The Downtown Doubler is a 30k/15k/8k/4k that fits great into your fall training schedule whether you're running a half, full or a tri and to have two times more fun we've added an 8k/4k as well as virtual options for all four individual events!
The races will start at 7:30 a.m.and finish at the New Albany Amphitheater and running along the scenic Ohio River Greenway. Each loop is 15K (4k for the 8k), run the course twice to complete 30k. Enjoy views of downtown Louisville (twice if you dare!) as you run along the river.
Click here for more details and to register.
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Pupkin Spice 5k
Saturday, October 26th at 9:00 a.m. at Hogan's Fountain in Cherokee Park
Just announced, FREE FINISHER PHOTOS with your and time printed on them!
You'll have a "howling" good time at the 2023 Pupkin Spice 5k!
Join us at Hogan's Fountain in Cherokee Park for a fun filled fall morning of costumes, pets, dog treats and coffee! We will be waiting for you at the finish line with a hot cup of coffee and treat for your pet!
Click here for more details and to register.
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Polar Bear Grand Prix
For the 21st year, River City Races has been producing a series of races this winter to keep you motivated to stay out runnin' on the roads! The Polar Bear Grand Prix is three races in December, January and February. Enter all three here and in addition to each race goodie, you'll receive a of Polar Bear Grand Prix goodie!
- Reindeer Romp 4k: Saturday, December 14th, 9:00 a.m. at Hogan's Fountain in Cherokee Park.
- Frostbite 5k: Saturday, January 11th, 9:00 a.m. at the Rugby Field in Cherokee Park.
- Snowman Shuffle 4 Mile: Saturday, February 8th at 9:00 a.m. at Hogan's Fountain in Cherokee Park.
For more details and to register click here.
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Reindeer Romp 4k
Saturday, December 14th at 9:00 a.m. at Hogans Fountain in Cherokee Park
Just announced, FREE FINISHER PHOTOS with your and time printed on them!
FIRST LEG OF THE POLAR BEAR GRAND PRIX
Four kilometer (2.4 miles) run and walk on the Scenic Loop in Cherokee Park. Click here for a course map. Great way to kick off the 2025 running/walking season just a little early.
Click here for more details and to register.
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Santa Sprint and Stroll 5k Run/Walk
Saturday December 16th at 9:00 a.m. at Hogan's Fountain in Cherokee Park
This merry 5k Run/ Walk will benefit the work of United Crescent Hill Ministries and an event that The Courier Journal once called "more festive than the run-of-the-mill 5k," with both serious runners and holiday merrymakers.
Looking forward to some healthy merry-making with you, so don't miss out on meeting SANTA himself—at our 27th Annual Santa Sprint & Stroll on December 21, 2024!
HO, HO, HOPE to see you there!
Click here for more details and to register.
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Frostbite 5k
Saturday, January 13th at 9:00 a.m..at the Rugby Field in Cherokee Park
Just announced, FREE FINISHER PHOTOS with your and time printed on them!
Second race of the Polar Bear Grand Prix, the Frostbite 5k is by far the most popular race of the series and the best value on the running calendar with a long sleeve, ¼ zip technical race shirt with your entry fee.
Click here for more details and to register.
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Snowman Shuffle 4 Miler
Saturday, February 8th at 9:00 a.m. at Hogan's Fountain in Cherokee Park
Just announced, FREE FINISHER PHOTOS with your and time printed on them!
Third and final race of the Polar Bear Grand Prix. Four mile run and walk through scenic Cherokee Park, starts at Hogan's Fountain and winds its way along Beargrass Creek to Big Rock Park and back around the Scenic Loop. Enter just the Snowman Shuffle or make the full commitment to participate in all three races.
Click here for more details and to register.
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