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Try a 5k!

Posted by jpswellness on

September is the perfect time to participate in a 5k walk/run. The weather is beautiful, and the fresh air will make anyone happy. Remember, even if you are not a runner, you can still participate in the walk! There are many benefits to participating in a 5k besides the obvious health factors including finding a community, supporting a good cause, feeling proud of yourself, and getting free stuff!Here are several 5k events in September in different areas of  Wisconsin and Minnesota. Each run benefits a mental health or physical health organization. Milwaukee:

  • The Grant Heffelfinger Memorial Big Gay 5K

September 17thMinneapolis:

  • Together It Gets Better 5k

September 30thSupporting Suicide Prevention and AwarenessDodge County:

  • Out of the Darkness

September 23rdSupporting Suicide Prevention and Awareness There are many more in your area, just check out this website: https://www.runningintheusa.com/

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