START TIMES
5k run: 8 a.m.
5K walk: 9 a.m.
If you are interested in raising money for VEAP with
your participation in this walk, click
here.
Mascot Race: 10 a.m.
Kids 1/4 mile run: 10:15
a.m. **
Kids 1/2 mile run: 10:15
a.m **
** Kids entertainment will begin at 9:15 a.m. so come
early and enjoy the fun.
Awards ceremony for 5K run: 9:15
a.m. (prize drawing will also be held in
the cafeteria)
LOCATION
Northwestern Health Sciences University
2501 W. 84th St. Penn Avenue
Bloomington, MN
COURSE
The 5k run/walk is an out-and-back course primarily
on 84th Street and France Ave. The route is along suburban
streets and includes several hills. Click
here to check out maps of the two courses. |
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Running Resources
Six Stretches Everyone Can Beneifit From
Ryne DeVries, DC, an assistant professor and faculty clinician at Northwestern Health Sciences University, offers these six easy stretches that everyone can benefit from:
Neck Stretch – while sitting on your right hand, tilt your head to the left. Hold for a minimum of 10 seconds and repeat on the other side. Repeat 10 times.
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Upper Back Stretch – while sitting tall, press both shoulders as far back as you can. Hold for a minimum of 10 seconds. Repeat 10 times.
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Hamstring Stretch – while standing, place left heel on chair and lean as far forward as possible. Hold for a minimum of 10 seconds and repeat on the other side. Repeat 10 times.
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Groin Stretch – while in a sitting position, place bottom of both feet together, pull towards yourself and lean as far forward as possible. Repeat 10 times.
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Cat Stretch – while on your hands and knees, arch your back up as far as you can. Hold for at least 10 seconds. Repeat 10 times.
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Leg Stretch – while sitting, reach forward toward your toes as far as you can and hold for at least 10 seconds. Repeat 10 times.
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