A Mile in His Shoes
- Date Sun 2nd November 2025
- Time 11:00AM EST
- Location Allentown, Pennsylvania
- Price $5.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the inspiring "A Mile in His Shoes" event on Sunday, November 2nd, 2025, in Allentown, Lehigh! This powerful 5K run aims to raise awareness about men's health, focusing on the often-overlooked issues such as prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and mental health challenges. The event seeks to dismantle the barriers created by toxic masculinity, encouraging men to openly discuss their struggles and seek help when needed.
Each kilometer of the 5K represents a vital stage in this collective journey towards healing and understanding. Participants will join together to break down emotional walls, confront hidden struggles, acknowledge the health battles faced in silence, honor those who have lost their fights, and stand in solidarity with one another. By participating, you not only advocate for your own well-being but also contribute to a larger movement supporting men’s health initiatives through the Movember charity. Don’t miss out on this uplifting opportunity to show that no man has to face his battles alone!
Each kilometer of the 5K represents a vital stage in this collective journey towards healing and understanding. Participants will join together to break down emotional walls, confront hidden struggles, acknowledge the health battles faced in silence, honor those who have lost their fights, and stand in solidarity with one another. By participating, you not only advocate for your own well-being but also contribute to a larger movement supporting men’s health initiatives through the Movember charity. Don’t miss out on this uplifting opportunity to show that no man has to face his battles alone!
Organiser's Description
MISSION STATEMENT
When we talk about _mens health_, the focus often lands on what we can see: physical fitness, strength, or outward appearance. Yet, many of the health challenges claiming mens lives are the ones we _cant_ see. Prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and poor mental health are just a few examples of these invisible illnesses that too often go unnoticed and untreated.
A major reason behind this silence is _toxic masculinity_. From a young age, many boys are taught that being a man means being strong and tough, that real men endure pain and hardship without showing weakness. Over time, this belief turns into a barrier, one that prevents men from reaching out when they need help the most.
We tell children, closed mouths dont get fed, yet society conditions boys to stay quiet about their struggles. As they grow, asking for help becomes foreign, even shameful. These men dont suffer in silence because they want to, they do it because they feel they _have to_. But that couldnt be further from the truth.
Thats why the MEN OF COLOR NETWORK, in partnership with MUHLENBERG ATHLETICS, is organizing a 5K for Mens Health to stand in solidarity with every man who feels like he has no one to lean on. Our mission is to dismantle the harmful effects of toxic masculinity and show men everywhere that there _are_ people who care, who see them, and who are ready to support them through their struggles.
Each kilometer of this 5K represents a stage of this shared journey:
1K to tear down the walls men have built to hide their pain.
1K to peer into the struggles they were too afraid to share.
1K to acknowledge the health issues theyve faced alone.
1K to process the pain and honor those who lost their silent battles.
1K for solidarity. To show that their struggles are seen, and that we are still here.
If youve made it this far and want to be part of the change, register for the A MILE IN HIS SHOES 5K. If you cant participate but still wish to contribute, click the link below to donate directly to MOVEMBER, the leading global charity dedicated to changing the face of mens health.
Lets come together to show men that they are _NOT_ alone.
ALL PROCEEDS WILL GO TOWARD MOVEMBER, supporting research, awareness, and programs that help men live longer, healthier lives.
When we talk about _mens health_, the focus often lands on what we can see: physical fitness, strength, or outward appearance. Yet, many of the health challenges claiming mens lives are the ones we _cant_ see. Prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and poor mental health are just a few examples of these invisible illnesses that too often go unnoticed and untreated.
A major reason behind this silence is _toxic masculinity_. From a young age, many boys are taught that being a man means being strong and tough, that real men endure pain and hardship without showing weakness. Over time, this belief turns into a barrier, one that prevents men from reaching out when they need help the most.
We tell children, closed mouths dont get fed, yet society conditions boys to stay quiet about their struggles. As they grow, asking for help becomes foreign, even shameful. These men dont suffer in silence because they want to, they do it because they feel they _have to_. But that couldnt be further from the truth.
Thats why the MEN OF COLOR NETWORK, in partnership with MUHLENBERG ATHLETICS, is organizing a 5K for Mens Health to stand in solidarity with every man who feels like he has no one to lean on. Our mission is to dismantle the harmful effects of toxic masculinity and show men everywhere that there _are_ people who care, who see them, and who are ready to support them through their struggles.
Each kilometer of this 5K represents a stage of this shared journey:
1K to tear down the walls men have built to hide their pain.
1K to peer into the struggles they were too afraid to share.
1K to acknowledge the health issues theyve faced alone.
1K to process the pain and honor those who lost their silent battles.
1K for solidarity. To show that their struggles are seen, and that we are still here.
If youve made it this far and want to be part of the change, register for the A MILE IN HIS SHOES 5K. If you cant participate but still wish to contribute, click the link below to donate directly to MOVEMBER, the leading global charity dedicated to changing the face of mens health.
Lets come together to show men that they are _NOT_ alone.
ALL PROCEEDS WILL GO TOWARD MOVEMBER, supporting research, awareness, and programs that help men live longer, healthier lives.
Races
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A Mile in His Shoes
Sun 2nd November 2025 (11:00AM EST)
$5.00
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2400 W Chew St, Allentown, 18104, PA, United States
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