The 811 Run returns to Minnesota on 8.2.14 to promote calling 811 before any digging project. 

All proceeds from the 811 Run will go to Firefighters Operation Warm, an organization that provides warm winter coats to children in need. The 5K run/walk will take place around beautiful Lake Calhoun at 8:11 AM followed by a kids fun run. After the race there will be an awards ceremony, prize giveaway and safety fair for the family. Whether you're a runner, walker, or supporter of this great cause, stop out and and help us save a life. All runners/walkers receive free locates for life!  Registration is online here.

The 2014 Minnesota Senior Games, running Aug. 1-9, will feature 20 different medal sports and take place in multiple athletic venues throughout Bloomington, Minneapolis and Saint Paul. With events that include 5k and 10k races, archery, badminton, basketball, billiards, bowling, cycling, disc golf, golf, horseshoes, pickleball, racquetball, shuffleboard, softball, swimming, table tennis, tennis, several track & field events, volleyball as well as a triathlon happening later, on Sunday, Aug. 17 at 7:30 a.m. at Lake Phalen Park, there's something for everyone and every activity level! By taking part in the competition this year, athletes can qualify for the 2015 National Senior Games presented by Humana - happening right back here in Minnesota July 3 - 16, 2015.

The National Senior Games is the largest multi-sport event in the world for adults 50-and-over, with an expected 13,000 total athletes competing and more than 30,000 fans stopping in to cheer them on. It is through these athletes and supporters that the Senior Games fulfills its mission to promote health and wellness to all Americans as they age.

The National Senior Games Association (NSGA) is a nonprofit member of the United States Olympic Committee that promotes health and wellness for adults 50-and-over through education, fitness and sport. NSGA governs the 2015 National Senior Games presented by Humana, the largest multi-sport event in the world for seniors. NSGA sanctions member state organizations across the country that host Senior Games or Senior Olympics to provide seniors with quality sports activity. Visit NSGA.com for more information.

For more information on participating or volunteering, visit mnseniorgames.com or contact 2014 Minnesota Senior State Games Executive Director Beth Pinkney at 952-278-8513 or bpinkney@2015goldengamesmn.org. 

Danielle Mary Jelinek was an avid runner and fitness enthusiast. She

Proceeds to benefit DAP (Domestic Abuse Project)

The Minneapolis Police Department and TRIA Orthopaedic Center are co-sponsoring the 5th annual Runnin' with the Law 5K Run/Walk on Thursday, August 14th at 6:30 p.m. Meet at Thomas Beach at the southwest corner of Lake Calhoun in Minneapolis. A Kids Fun Run and police demonstrations will take place before the 5K. Over $500 in prizes and raffle items given away after the race. The post-race celebration will include light refreshments and Cafe Racer food truck will be available for food purchases. The cost is $30 if you pre-register online by August 13th, and $35 to register onsite the day of the race. Proceeds benefit the MPD Fit Team to help promote an active, healthy culture within the Minneapolis Police Department and local community.

Registration & demonstrations .......... 5:00 p.m.

Kids warm up ............................... 6:00 p.m.

Kids Fun Run start ........................... 6:15 p.m.

5K start ....................................... 6:30 p.m.

Register online at TRIA.com/5k, or you can register onsite the day of the race.

Pursuit For Living Well 8K.  Join The Pursuit For Living Well 8K to transform the lives of people impacted by disabilities. The race is a professionally directed, charitable event for competitive runners, push rim wheelchair racers and athletes of all abilities. In addition to the certified 8K course, all runners, wheelers and walkers are welcome to compete on the 1K course selected for fun and exercise. Great gear for all racers will include a performance hat. 8K racers will also receive a frogg toggs Chilly Sport towel to keep cool. Cash prizes are available in both the wheeler and runner 8K divisions. 2014 is the inaugural year for the race as a fundraising event for Living Well Disability Services. Register today at pursuitforlivingwell.org.

Race Date: Thursday, August 14

Packet pick up will be during business hours August 8 - August 13

Race Route Location: The race starts and finishes at

Normandale Community College, 9700 France Ave S., Bloomington, MN 55431

Start Times:

6:45 pm  8K Wheeler Start

7:00 pm  8K Runner Start

7:05 pm  1K Start

Registration:

8K - $40 ($2.00 discount for USATF members) (click here for map)

1K - $10 (click here for map)

Packet pickup at Marathon Sports, 50th and Penn, Mpls on August (dates)

The Ragnar Relay Great River is the overnight running relay event of the summer. Your team will start on the bank of the Mississippi River in Winona, conquer the course under the stars and along rolling farmland, and finish back on the river in Downtown Minneapolis. This Ragnar has both challenging legs and beginner level legs for all of your teammates. It also has one of the best finish line parties and some of the friendliest volunteers! This Ragnar is also part of our Double Medal series. Complete Ragnar Relay Chicago in the same calendar year and earn the Make It A Double Medal!

JOIN THE RAGNAR NATION: A 2 day party in a van with a side of running.  More information is online here.

Did you know that lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the United States? Did you know that less money is spent on lung cancer research than any other cancer? A Breath of Hope Lung Foundation and the Twin Cities Lung Run/Walk were created by lung cancer patients, survivors and their families to change the inequality of lung cancer funding. The Twin Cities Lung Run/Walk started in 2007 and has raised over $400,000 to support lung cancer research and awareness.

· The 5K Run will be chip-timed

· Children ages 5-12 can compete in the first annual Kid's Fun Run

Packet pick up will be held at Sports Authority in Richfield

Friday, August 15th  10-6 

1150 W 78th St, Richfield, MN 55423

• 8am: Registration, packet pick up - Senator Amy Klobuchar and our title sponsor will speak to the crowd before they start walking
• 9am: Kid's run
• 9am: Survivor's picture
• 9:15am: 5K Run begins
• 9:30am: 5K Walk begins
• 10:00am - Band begins and plays off and on until noon  
• 10:30am - Runner's awards
• 11:00am - speakers talk between songs, Irish dancers perform, drawing
• Noon - Tear down

For more information about the event or if you would like to volunteer please contact: TC_Lung_RunWalk@abreathofhope.org or 952-456-2463.  Or find more information here.

Anderson Race Management is heading to Rochester! We can't wait to see you for the Rochester Half Marathon Healthy Human Race Health & Fitness Expo!  Visit our booth and say hello! For more information on the expo, click here.

Lace-up your shoes and make tracks to the Minnesota Zoo.  This wild run will start at the Shady Oaks Pavilion and weave into the Zoo and out around the Northern Trail.  Bring the whole family for a brisk morning run and then slow down the pace and enjoy a day at the Zoo.  Proceeds from the run will help support the Zoo's conservation programs.  Registration is online here.

A family event for runners of all ages, the 33rd annual Woodbury Country Mile is scheduled for Sunday, August 24, 2014. The race begins at 7:00 a.m. at a new location--East Ridge High School Athletic Stadium just to the east of Bielenberg Sports Center, 4200 Pioneer Dr., Woodbury.  Both the 5k and half marathon are USA Track and Field certified and both races will start and finish on the East Ridge High School Athletic Stadium.

Organized by the Woodbury Area Chamber of Commerce, the Woodbury Country Mile provides fun for the entire family. From a half marathon, to a 5k run/walk for the adults to a kid's one mile fun run and a tot trot, there is something for everyone.  In addition to the running events, other fun activities for the kids are planned including a jump house, crazy hair station, face painting and a DJ who will have dancing, games and prizes for all ages.

Fees/Admission

Half Marathon
    $45 - by 8/22/14
    $60 - race weekend,
                 8/23/14 - 8/24/14
5K Run/Walk
    $35 - by 8/22/14
    $50 - race weekend,
                8/23/14 - 8/24/14
Kids One Mile Fun Run
    $10 - by 8/22/14
    $15 - race weekend,
                8/23/14 - 8/24/14
Tot Trot
    $10 - by 8/22/14
    $15 - race weekend,
                8/23/14 - 8/24/14

To register go to woodburychamber.org events page

For additional information, contact the Woodbury Chamber of Commerce at 651-578-0722 or email chamber@woodburychamber.org  . 

Join us for a great run or ride inside and around the fantastic Valleyfair Park grounds. The courses are  flat, fast and out and back. 

Kid's 1mile Run includes Tshirt and Discounted Park Admission

*    Valid August 24, 2014

For more information and registration, click here.

Lace-up for Special Olympics Minnesota!

Spring is FINALLY here and so are some of Special Olympics Minnesota's best races! Presented and organized by law enforcement across the state, Special Olympics Minnesota is offering a variety of fun runs May through October. 

The best part? All proceeds benefit the athletes of Special Olympics Minnesota!

For a complete listing of events, find us online here.  And to learn more about fundraising, visit us online here.

Come join us for the third annual Heart of the City 10K, 5K and 1K Kids Run on Saturday, September 6 in Burnsville.  All race proceeds benefit the Boys and Girls Clubs' KIDS FEEDING KIDS program, which provides over 150,000 meals a year to Minnesota youth. The race will also be held in conjunction with Burnsville's Fire Muster Festival.  The 10K and 5K will begin at Burnsville City Hall at 7:30 a.m., with the kids' run to follow.

All registered participants will receive a long-sleeved technical shirt and a goody bag full of samples from our sponsors.  Kids will receive a special goody bag with fun gifts after their race.  All runners will also be entered into drawings for fabulous prizes.

This year's race will also honor the memory of Jordan Huver, a vibrant 18-year-old whose life was tragically cut short by a drunk driver last December.  She loved children and planned to have a career that revolved around kids.  She volunteered for the Heart of the City races and was a big supporter of the Kids Feeding Kids program.  This year, there is an option to Run for Jordan during the registration process.  For an extra $5, participants who Run for Jordan will receive a special green t-shirt, Jordan's favorite color, and the proceeds will be donated to the Kids Feeding Kids program in Jordan's name.

See you on September 6 for fun, fitness, and contributing to a worthy cause!  More information is available here.  

Don't miss The Running of the Bays Half Marathon and 5K Fun Run on Saturday, September 6 in Mound, MN. 

The Half Marathon course travels

the scenic Western Bays of Lake Minnetonka,  a meandering combination of roads, trails and beautiful scenery.  With its combination of flats and hills, the Running of the Bays Half Marathon is the perfect training run for your upcoming Fall schedule. All proceeds benefit local West Metro charities. For more information and to register visit www.andersonraces.com/events/events-detail.php?intResourceID=2617 or email runningofthebays@gmail.com. 

The Second Annual Warrior 196 Memorial 5K Run/Walk will be held on Saturday, 13 September, 2014, on the campus of Apple Valley High School in Apple Valley, MN.

Proceeds for the Warrior 196 Memorial 5K are directed toward scholarship funds for graduating seniors of Rosemount, Apple Valley, Eagan, and Eastview High Schools, in honor of five alumni from the Independent School District 196 who were lost their lives while serving in the United States Armed Forces: USMC CPT Nathanael Doring, USMC LCPL Daniel Olsen, US Army CPL Benjamin Kopp, US Army 1LT Christopher Goeke, and US Army CPL Andrew Wilfahrt.

Online registration can be accessed via the Warrior 196 Memorial Trust website: www.warrior196memorialtrust.org or directly via www.imathlete.com.   We look forward to a great event and hope you will join us in paying forward the collective legacy of these American heroes.

Join us on September 28, 2014 at one of ESPN's Top Five Races for Women in the Country! Minnesota Commercial Real Estate Women's (MNCREW) premiere event featuring an all women's 10 Mile and 10K Run (New for 2014), 5K Run/Walk and Girls' 1 Mile Run.

Volunteers are needed.  Please click here to help  Registration is online here.

Visit one of our SIX Twin Cities Locations:  

St. Paul  Lake Calhoun (Minneapolis)  Minnetonka  Edina Maple Grove Hennepin (Minneapolis)