Labor Your Legs 5K Fun Run/Walk in Memory of Dave and Marcia Provorse
- Date Mon 1st September 2025
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Topeka, Kansas
- Price Free
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 17th Annual Labor Your Legs 5K Fun Run/Walk in Memory of Dave and Marcia Provorse, taking place on Monday, September 1, 2025, in Topeka, Shawnee! This exciting and free event is the perfect way to kick off your fitness journey this Fall while honoring the inspiring lives of Professor Dave Provorse and his wife, Marcia. With a picturesque route starting and ending at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center on Washburn University’s campus, participants will enjoy a delightful course that showcases the beauty of the area.
The run begins promptly at 8 AM, with check-in opening at 7:30 AM, so arrive early to get settled! Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, this event welcomes everyone and includes a clock for those eager to track their times. After the race, stay for light refreshments and a sense of community as we celebrate health, wellness, and the legacy of two remarkable individuals. For those who prefer to join virtually, you can submit your times online for up to a week after the event. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to get active while supporting a great cause, as donations will help
The run begins promptly at 8 AM, with check-in opening at 7:30 AM, so arrive early to get settled! Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, this event welcomes everyone and includes a clock for those eager to track their times. After the race, stay for light refreshments and a sense of community as we celebrate health, wellness, and the legacy of two remarkable individuals. For those who prefer to join virtually, you can submit your times online for up to a week after the event. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to get active while supporting a great cause, as donations will help
Organiser's Description
Join us for the FREE 17th Annual Labor Your Legs Fun Run and Walk. Labor Day (Sept. 1, 2025) is a great way to start your fitness journey for the Fall. This year the Sunflower Striders Running Club will partner with the Washburn University Foundation to honor Professor Dave Provorse and his wife, Marcia Provorse. Dave and Marcia embraced life to the fullest and were passionate about inspiring others to prioritize health and wellness in countless ways. Join us as we come together to celebrate their remarkable lives!
While the race is free, any donations from this race will be used to purchase a memorial statue placed on the Shunga Trail in honor of Dave and Marcia. The remaining donations will go towards the Provorse Educational fund at Washburn which provides scholarships to students in the Psychology department. Just look for the "Donate" button or go to the bottom of the page and click on donate.
The run will start and end at the SRWC (Student Recreation and Wellness Center) on Washburn University. Participants will run north -east and then circle the campus before finishing where they started. The run will start at 8 am and check-in will open at 7:30. There will be a clock for those wanting to see their times. Stay afterwards and enjoy some light refreshments. We look forward to seeing you there!
For those of you that will join us Virtually, you can submit your times via this website up to a week after the event.
While the race is free, any donations from this race will be used to purchase a memorial statue placed on the Shunga Trail in honor of Dave and Marcia. The remaining donations will go towards the Provorse Educational fund at Washburn which provides scholarships to students in the Psychology department. Just look for the "Donate" button or go to the bottom of the page and click on donate.
The run will start and end at the SRWC (Student Recreation and Wellness Center) on Washburn University. Participants will run north -east and then circle the campus before finishing where they started. The run will start at 8 am and check-in will open at 7:30. There will be a clock for those wanting to see their times. Stay afterwards and enjoy some light refreshments. We look forward to seeing you there!
For those of you that will join us Virtually, you can submit your times via this website up to a week after the event.
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