Motion is Lotion 2026
- Date Sat 3rd October 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location North Augusta, South Carolina
- Price $16.90 - $38.10
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of movement and community spirit at the 2nd annual Motion is Lotion 5K, taking place on Saturday, October 3rd, 2026, in North Augusta, Aiken. This vibrant event is hosted by Augusta University's Doctor of Physical Therapy Program in celebration of National Physical Therapy Month. It emphasizes the importance of movement and the vital role physical therapists play in promoting health and wellness. Whether you're a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or simply looking to support an amazing cause, this out-and-back course covers a distance of 3.12 miles, providing the perfect opportunity for everyone to participate.
Join us in celebrating the power of movement as you lace up your running shoes, enjoy the scenic route to SRP Park and back, and cheer on fellow participants. The event not only supports the Augusta University's Student Physical Therapist Association (SPTA) but also helps fund student-led outreach initiatives focused on enhancing physical activity in the community. With awards for the top three male and female finishers, as well as refreshments available post-race, this is an event you won't want to miss. Mark your calendars and prepare to move, inspire, and celebrate wellness with us!
Join us in celebrating the power of movement as you lace up your running shoes, enjoy the scenic route to SRP Park and back, and cheer on fellow participants. The event not only supports the Augusta University's Student Physical Therapist Association (SPTA) but also helps fund student-led outreach initiatives focused on enhancing physical activity in the community. With awards for the top three male and female finishers, as well as refreshments available post-race, this is an event you won't want to miss. Mark your calendars and prepare to move, inspire, and celebrate wellness with us!
Organiser's Description
Join Augusta Universitys Doctor of Physical Therapy Program for the 2nd annual 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 will go to the Augusta Universities Student Physical Therapist Association (SPTA) along with our pro-bono clinic at Christ Community.
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. There will also be gift cards to Southbound for the top 3 males and females!
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/6596031182/]
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 will go to the Augusta Universities Student Physical Therapist Association (SPTA) along with our pro-bono clinic at Christ Community.
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. There will also be gift cards to Southbound for the top 3 males and females!
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/6596031182/]
Races
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5k Run
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sat 3rd October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.10
CLOSEDWalkers will be responsible for getting their times when crossing the finish line, runners will get their time via the bib!! Sadly we have sold out of our shirts! Because of this we have reduced the price to account for it. Please enjoy our snacks as well as our treat vendors we will have! Our top 3 men, and top 3 women finishers will receive a medal and a gift card to Southbound! -
5k Walk
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sat 3rd October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.10
CLOSEDWalkers will be responsible for getting their times when crossing the finish line, runners will get their time via the bib!! Sadly we have sold out of our shirts! Because of this we have reduced the price to account for it. Please enjoy our snacks as well as our treat vendors we will have! -
Kids 1 Mile Run
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Sat 3rd October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$16.90
CLOSEDDoes not include a t-shirt, however kids will receive a goodie bag and a medal. If parents would like to run with their children, parents must also sign-up. We will have DPT students running along with the runners! -
Virtual 5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee
$27.50
CLOSEDWill get a t-shirt as long as you email a picture of your 5k logged on the weekend!
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