703-324-8702
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Elizabeth Ittner, M.S.,
Certified Wellness Practitioner
Head out to Burke Lake Park on May 4th and join the Fairfax County Park Authority for the 8th annual Healthy Strides 5k/10k! Enjoy a scenic run around the beautiful grounds of Burke Lake Park. The 10k runs along a wooded path, taking runners around the lake. The 5k follows a tree-lined road through the park, is wheelchair accessible and stroller-friendly. Both courses are USATF certified.
Being a Fairfax County Park Authority event, the Healthy Strides 5k/10k is always striving to be as GREEN as possible, by using less paper and promoting recycling. We hope you’ll join in our efforts to reduce, reuse and recycle on race day (and every day) by carpooling, recycling your biodegradable racing bib, and donating a used pair of sneakers. More info on how you can get involved below in the event details.
A portion of the net proceeds from the Healthy Strides 5k/10k will help fund summer camp opportunities for children living in homeless shelters and transitional housing in Fairfax County.
The 2019 Healthy Strides 5k/10k has a theme – “May the Fourth Be with You” – since our event is being held on May 4, 2019, unofficially known as Star Wars Day. We are planning some fun activities and contests – see the ACTIVITIES tab!
Register Here| Through 1/31/19 | 2/1/19 – 3/30/19 | 4/1/19 – 5/1/19 | ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY. NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION. |
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| 5k*(Paved, walk or run, strollers and dogs permitted) | $30 | $35 | $40 | |
| 10k*(Trail, run, strollers and dogs not recommended) | $30 | $35 | $40 | |
| Lil’ Striders Tot Dash – NEW! (Ages 2-6) | $8 | $8 | $8 | |
| Super Strider – NEW! | Can’t make the race? Register as a Super Strider to support Healthy Strides – run or walk your race on your own time! You can opt to receive a commemorative race shirt (mailed to you) OR have a special message, such as words of encouragement for a race participant or a dedication for a loved one, displayed on the event stage. | $20 – anytime! | ||
*All registered 5k/10k participants will receive a commemorative race tech t-shirt in gender specific sizes.
Lil’ Striders Tot Dash is a very short run for kiddos who are literally along for the ride, not registered participants in the 5k/10k. This allows them to get their energy out before they’re strapped into a stroller for the main event. Tots will receive a race bib and commemorative Lil’ Striders finisher medal as they come through the finish line.
| Date/Time | Location |
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| Friday, May 3rd 3:00-7:30 p.m. | Burke Lake Park – Ice Cream Parlor |
| Saturday, May 4th 6:00-7:00 a.m. (RACE DAY) | Burke Lake Park – Shelter A |
Available for participants on race day at Shelter A.
Both the 5k and the 10k are USATF Certified Courses.
The 5k and 10k will be professionally timed by Commonwealth Race Management using the ChronoTrack B disposable tag system. Your tag will be attached to your biodegradable bib. Results will be available immediately after the race and will be posted on www.prraces.com.
NEW FOR 2019 - All participants will receive a commemorative finisher medal! Additional awards will be given to the top three overall male and female winners in each race. An awards ceremony will take place around 8:30 a.m. at the Shelter A stage area.
Random giveaways will be happening as runners finish their race – listen for your bib number!
...more info coming soon.
Register HereAll races start and finish in the Shelter A area.
| Lil’ Striders Tot Dash | 7:15 a.m. |
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| 10k | 7:30 a.m. SHARP |
| 5k | 7:35 a.m. SHARP |
Group warm-ups will take place in front of the stage at 7:20 a.m.
The park roads will close to traffic at 7:15 a.m. and will not open again until 9 a.m. Please allow plenty of time on the morning of the race so that you and your spectators are parked before 7:15 a.m. For the safety of our runners, exiting the park will not be permitted until the runners have cleared the course. The race cut-off time is 9 a.m., and the roads will open to outside traffic.
You will be directed by Healthy Strides parking staff into a parking lot. Please allow for a 5 – 10 min walk to get to the start line by Shelter A. If you must leave before 9 a.m., please let parking staff know when entering the park. Parking by race participants in the Shelter A lot is prohibited.
Keep it green... carpool!
| Date/Time | Location |
|---|---|
| Friday, May 3rd 3:00-7:30 p.m. | Burke Lake Park – Ice Cream Parlor |
| Saturday, May 4th 6:00-7:00 a.m. (RACE DAY) | Burke Lake Park – Shelter A |
Available for participants on race day at Shelter A.
This is a rain or shine event. Registration refunds will not be given in the event of bad weather.
There are water stops located on both courses. Delicious and nutritious post-race refreshments and water will be available for runners in the Shelter A area.
Register HereIt’s Star Wars Day – let’s celebrate HEALTHY STRIDES STYLE!
Costume Challenge
Come dressed (and ready to run) in your favorite galactic gear or as your favorite character. All finishing runners dressed in costume will receive a prize!Decorated Stroller Contest
If you’re running with a little youngling, deck out your stroller with a theme inspired by Star Wars. We will be judging the strollers by applause – report to the Shelter A stage by 7:10 a.m. to see if the Force is with you! The winner will receive a fun gift. Get creative and have fun!Character Appearances
...more info coming soon.
Stretching, massage and more!
There will be music to get you moving, positive messages and announcements all morning long on the stage. An awards ceremony will take place around 8:30 a.m. Entertainment brought to you by Scorpio Entertainment.
Commemorative MAY THE FOURTH Healthy Strides t-shirts will be available for purchase at Shelter A. Toddler, kids and adult sizes. Cash or check only.
Share the Healthy Strides 5k/10k event with your friends on Facebook. Tag us in your Healthy Strides race day pics using #HealthyStrides and #MayTheFourth on your favorite social media platforms!
Register HereA portion of the net proceeds from the Healthy Strides 5k/10k will help fund summer camp opportunities for children living in homeless shelters and transitional housing in Fairfax County. For more information about the PACT program, please visit PACT Summer Camp Scholarships.
We love parks and strive to make this event environmentally-friendly by reducing, reusing, and recycling whenever possible.
Volunteers are the backbone of our event and we couldn’t make Healthy Strides without them! All Healthy Strides volunteers receive a volunteer t-shirt and light refreshments.
Volunteer NowEvent sponsorships are available! As a Healthy Strides sponsor, your business can be a force improving the health of our community. There are many benefits – including a table at the event. Space is limited. For more information, please email FCPAHealthyStrides@fairfaxcounty.gov or visit https://fairfaxparkfoundation.org/our-projects/healthy-strides.
