Positively Chiropractic amps up preparation for third annual Be Fit 5k Fun Run

    by Dr. Erin Clifton

    Hopefully by the time of this printing the snow has melted and we are well on our way into Spring! At Positively Chiropractic that means we have running on the brain.  Well, maybe not so much running, but planning for our third annual Be Fit 5k Fun Run.

    At Positively Chiropractic, we believe in encouraging health and wellness in our community. Exercise is a huge component of health. Just 20 minutes of exercise a day is all it takes to experience some amazing health benefits. Moving your body has been shown to increase overall happiness levels, memory retention and decrease lifestyle diseases such as high cholesterol and heart disease.  

    Our Be Fit 5k Fun Run is an easy, flat course that starts on the town square, winding through the streets of the village and through nature trails. A 5k translates into 3.1 miles. Last year we had 148 participants walking, jogging, running and volunteering during our Be Fit 5k Fun Run. 

    Join us on Father’s Day weekend to run or walk our race on June 16 at 8 a.m. DJ Phatboy will be on site, providing participants, volunteers and cheering bystanders dance-worthy jams before the race begins and as runners cross the finish line. The Lions Club will be serving water and refreshments post-race to help aid recovery.   

    Some new features for the third annual run include USAT certification of the course. This means it’s an exact 3.1 mile course that is nationally certified.  Also for the first time ever, we will have digital chip-timing of the race. Participants will wear a small band (usually around the ankle) that will give everyone a precise finish time of the race and results get posted within minutes.  

    If training for a 5k sounds daunting, I recommend a Couch-to-5k program. Don’t worry if you miss the first couple of weeks, you’ll be able to catch up in no time. If you are looking for a healthy, fun event that is suitable for all ages, then hurry and reserve your spot. Right now you can save $5 per entry. Early registration is $15 through May 19 and can be found at www.positivelychiropractic.com or fill out the insert found in this edition. Save money on entry-fees by referring and sharing the event on Facebook. 

    Directions are given during the registration process. When you register early you guarantee yourself a fun shirt. Past themes include “No matter how slow you go, you’re still lapping everyone on the couch” and “Cardio?!  I thought you said Party Yo’!”  

    This year is no exception, given our love of a good pun, we’ve decided on “Run Like the Winded.” There are only 6 large sponsor spots remaining, which include a business logo on the back of our awesome shirts, which can be see all over town. Contact Positively Chiropractic for more details.