FREE 5k Training Group

Sunday, May 4 – Saturday, July 5, 2025 Past event

4:00 PM EDT

Hickory, North Carolina

Free · 1 race

5km

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the FREE 5K Training Group, kicking off on Sunday, May 4, 2025, in the vibrant city of Hickory, Catawba! This exciting 8-week program is designed specifically for beginners eager to cross the finish line of their first 5K, which is a distance of 3.1 miles. Joining this group means you'll have the support of fellow runners, keeping you motivated and accountable throughout your training journey.

Participants will meet every Tuesday at 6 PM, Thursday at 9 AM, and Saturday at 7 AM at Fleet Feet Hickory, where you'll receive guidance on proper running form, stretching techniques, hydration tips, and nutrition advice. The program culminates in the goal race, the Hickory Crawdad Homerun Trot, on July 5, 2025. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself, meet new friends, and achieve your running goals!

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FREE 5k Training Group

Sunday, May 4, 2025 (4:00 PM EDT)

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Organiser's description

A FREE 8-week program designed to help get you across the finish line of your first 5K(3.1 Miles). Participants will benefit by running with a group of like-minded individuals who will help keep you accountable during your training journey. You can expect proper form, stretching, hydration, and nutrition information. We will meet on Tuesdays at 6 PM, Thursdays at 9 AM, and Saturdays at 7 AM at Fleet Feet Hickory.

KICKOFF: Sunday, May 4, 2025, at 4 PM

GOAL RACE: Hickory Crawdad Homerun Trot, July 5, 2025.