Motion is Lotion 2025
- Date Sat 4th October 2025
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location North Augusta, South Carolina
- Price $11.60 - $38.10
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the inaugural Motion is Lotion 5K on Saturday, October 4th, 2025, in the beautiful North Augusta and Edgefield area! This exciting event, hosted by Augusta University's Doctor of Physical Therapy Program, celebrates National Physical Therapy Month by emphasizing the transformative power of movement. Whether you're a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or simply looking to support an important cause, this 3.12-mile race is perfect for participants of all ages and abilities.
Join us as we come together to promote wellness, mobility, and the vital role of physical therapists in our communities. The race features an out-and-back course that takes you to the scenic SRP Park and back, with awards presented at 10:00 AM. After crossing the finish line, enjoy refreshments including fruit and water, and share in the camaraderie of fellow participants. All proceeds will benefit the Augusta University Student Physical Therapist Association (SPTA) and their outreach initiatives. Make your mark on this exhilarating day dedicated to movement, health, and community spirit!
Join us as we come together to promote wellness, mobility, and the vital role of physical therapists in our communities. The race features an out-and-back course that takes you to the scenic SRP Park and back, with awards presented at 10:00 AM. After crossing the finish line, enjoy refreshments including fruit and water, and share in the camaraderie of fellow participants. All proceeds will benefit the Augusta University Student Physical Therapist Association (SPTA) and their outreach initiatives. Make your mark on this exhilarating day dedicated to movement, health, and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
Join Augusta Universitys Doctor of Physical Therapy Program for the inaugural Motion is Lotion 5K!
In celebration of National Physical Therapy Month, this event highlights the power of movement and the essential role physical therapists play in helping individuals live active, healthy lives.
As future movement specialists, our DPT students are passionate about empowering others through education, rehabilitation, and community engagement. This race is an opportunity to bring people of all ages and abilities together in support of wellness, mobility, and the PT profession.
Whether youre a seasoned runner, weekend walker, or just looking to support a great cause, we invite you to lace up and move with us! All proceeds and support will go toward promoting physical activity and supporting student-led outreach initiatives.
Come run, walk, or cheer and help us celebrate movement as medicine!
All proceeds with go to the Augusta Universities Student Physical Therapist Association (SPTA).
Please fill out our interest form at the bottom of the website so that we know what tshirt sizes to order!
Please park at Riverview park near the baseball fields and we will be directing those to the Greenway. We will run to SRP park and back. This will be an out and back course equaling out to 3.12 miles. Awards will be at 10:00am. There will be fruit and waters available to runners after the race. This is an OPEN COURSE, meaning that the public will be running alongside us. Please use respectful passing maneuvers when trying to pass pedestrians on the Greenway and please yield to bikers. Thank you!
Route! [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6571600621/]
In celebration of National Physical Therapy Month, this event highlights the power of movement and the essential role physical therapists play in helping individuals live active, healthy lives.
As future movement specialists, our DPT students are passionate about empowering others through education, rehabilitation, and community engagement. This race is an opportunity to bring people of all ages and abilities together in support of wellness, mobility, and the PT profession.
Whether youre a seasoned runner, weekend walker, or just looking to support a great cause, we invite you to lace up and move with us! All proceeds and support will go toward promoting physical activity and supporting student-led outreach initiatives.
Come run, walk, or cheer and help us celebrate movement as medicine!
All proceeds with go to the Augusta Universities Student Physical Therapist Association (SPTA).
Please fill out our interest form at the bottom of the website so that we know what tshirt sizes to order!
Please park at Riverview park near the baseball fields and we will be directing those to the Greenway. We will run to SRP park and back. This will be an out and back course equaling out to 3.12 miles. Awards will be at 10:00am. There will be fruit and waters available to runners after the race. This is an OPEN COURSE, meaning that the public will be running alongside us. Please use respectful passing maneuvers when trying to pass pedestrians on the Greenway and please yield to bikers. Thank you!
Route! [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6571600621/]
Races
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5k Run
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.10
OPENS 01 AUGIncludes the price of a tshirt! Top 3 finishers will receive a gift certificate from Fleet Feet! -
5k Walk
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.10
OPENS 01 AUGIncludes the price of a tshirt! -
Kids 1 Mile Run
Incl. $1.60 Fee
Sat 4th October 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$11.60
OPENS 01 AUGDoes not include a t-shirt, however kids will receive a goodie bag and a medal. -
Virtual 5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
$27.50
OPENS 01 AUGWill get a tshirt as long as you email a picture of your 5k logged on the weekend!
Motion is Lotion 2025
