Race Day Schedule:
Sunday March 30, 2008
8:10 a.m. ¼ mile Kids’ Fun Run (5 yrs & under)
8:15 a.m. ½ mile Kids’ Fun Run (6-9 yr olds)
8:20 a.m. ½ mile Kids’ Fun Run (10-12 yr olds)
8:35 a.m. 5K Run/Walk & 10K Run
Where:
Jerry Fox Aquatic Center
Elk Grove Regional Park, Elk Grove, CA Get Directions/Map
Course:
Scenic, at and fast route beginning and ending in the park featuring a new start and Finish at the Jerry Fox Aquatic Center. See the course map for detailed route information.
Why:
To benefit the Northern Area Dietetic Association (NADA) and its grant funded programs to fight childhood obesity.
Features:
- Separate Kids' Fun Run
- Custom T-shirts
- ChampionChip timing
- Stroller Start led by StrollerFit
- Accurately measured course
- Awards
- Free entree at Paesanos will be given to the first 500 participants who register for the 5K/10K/Stroller Race
- Fueling Station - All registered participants will be provided a complimentary breakfast sponsored by local food vendors
- Massages by Studio Fit
- Free Family Fun Festival
Buzz Oates RunSac Race Series
We are proud to be one of the twelve races on the Buzz Oates RunSac Race Series – an exciting, new age-graded grand prix competition in the Greater Sacramento area.
5K/10K Divisions:
Stroller (5K only), 12 & under, 13-15, 16-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
Awards:
Awards will be presented to the overall male and female winner and top three in each age category, and to the top three stroller finishers. All pre-registered kids 12 and under will receive medals.
Fees:
5K/10K - $25 thru March 22nd; $30 after March 22nd and on race day. Kids' Fun Run - $15 anytime
Directions:
From Highway 99, take the Elk Grove Blvd exit and head east (approximately 1 mile). Make a right turn onto Elk Grove-Florin Road. The park entrance is on the right, approximately ¾ mile from Elk Grove Blvd. Parking available in Rotary Grove and throughout the park. Please do not enter through the main park entrance after 7:30 a.m. All other entrances will be open. Get Directions/Map.
Pre-Race Packet Pickup:
Pick up your race packet on Friday, March 28, 2008 from 10am-7pm or Saturday March 29, 2008 from 10am-6pm at:
2311 J Street
Sacramento CA 95816
(ph:916.442.3338)
Beat the race day crowds!
First 100 to pick up race packet will recieve a free smoothie coupon from
First 1000 will recieve a $5-off coupon from
Pledges:
We hope you will consider making an additional contribution by asking your friends, family, coworkers etc.… to sponsor your participation in Nutrition Fuels Fitness 5k/10k. Awards will be given to the top 5 fund raisers. Click here to download the official pledge sheet.
Training Programs:
For beginning runners, these training schedules provide a gradual buildup, designed to get you to the starting line injury free. 5k training schedule and 10k training schedule.
Additional Race Information:
For further race information, please call Rich Hanna at (916)492-8966.