Discover trails, entertainment, dining, and local attractions for race weekend.
View the full schedule of race start times and events for race weekend.
Info on packet pick-up, bag drop, maps, parking, awards, safety, and post-race festivities.
Tips, rules, and the best viewing spots to enjoy race weekend events.
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By: Mayo Clinic Health System Typically, training for a distance race means preparing yourself for the physical demands of the event. But don’t overlook...
By: Mayo Clinic Health System You step off a sidewalk curb, land wrong while running or stumble on uneven ground. Your ankle pops, twists...
By: April Graff, MS, RD, LD. Hy-Vee Dietitian Aside from slathering on sunscreen when you go out, the next best thing you can do...
By: Mayo Clinic Health System When you’re starting or recharging a running program, you may be tempted to focus only on leg strength. But...
By: Mayo Clinic Health System Time outdoors is time well spent throughout the year, but it’s especially enjoyable during the summer. Hiking, fishing, boating...
By: Mayo Clinic Health System People choose running to stay active for a variety of reasons, including stress relief, weight loss, training for a...
By: Mayo Clinic Health System Sleep might not be at the top of the list when you think about ways to boost your running...
By: April Graff, MS, RD, LD. Hy-Vee Dietitian Omega-3 fats offer advantages for runners, making them a valuable addition to the diet. These essential...
By: April Graff, MS, RD, LD. Hy-Vee Dietitian With the weather warming and training schedules ramping up, spending time in the kitchen probably isn’t...
By: Mayo Clinic Health System Strength training tips for beginners Years ago, strength training or weightlifting was thought to be reserved solely for bodybuilders...
