On the Move for Men's Health 5k and 4-Hour Endurance Challenge
- Date Sun 16th November 2025
- Time 8:00AM CST
- Location Altamont, Illinois
- Price $33.30 - $65.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the exhilarating "On the Move for Men's Health" event on Sunday, November 16, 2025, in the scenic Altamont, Effingham! This vibrant race is not just about competition; it’s a mission to raise awareness for men’s health and prostate cancer prevention. Participants can choose between a beautiful 5K trail run/walk, which meanders through wooded paths and showcases the stunning fall colors, or take on the challenge of the 4-Hour Endurance Challenge, where runners will aim to complete as many laps as possible on the same scenic course.
Whether you’re a competitive athlete or simply looking to enjoy a brisk walk in nature, this event caters to all fitness levels. Each participant in the 5K will receive a finisher medal, while the endurance racers will be celebrated for their achievements with unique awards, including special categories for those competing with weighted vests or rucksacks. With a lively atmosphere featuring music, cheering sections, and real-time updates at the Trail Village, it's a fantastic opportunity to make a difference while enjoying camaraderie and support. Join us for a day of health, awareness, and fun on the trails!
Whether you’re a competitive athlete or simply looking to enjoy a brisk walk in nature, this event caters to all fitness levels. Each participant in the 5K will receive a finisher medal, while the endurance racers will be celebrated for their achievements with unique awards, including special categories for those competing with weighted vests or rucksacks. With a lively atmosphere featuring music, cheering sections, and real-time updates at the Trail Village, it's a fantastic opportunity to make a difference while enjoying camaraderie and support. Join us for a day of health, awareness, and fun on the trails!
Organiser's Description
RACE DESCRIPTION
ON THE MOVE FOR MEN'S HEALTH ISNT JUST A RACE ITS A MISSION. THIS NOVEMBER, JOIN US ON THE TRAILS TO RAISE AWARENESS FOR MENS HEALTH AND PROSTATE CANCER PREVENTION. WHETHER YOURE HERE FOR A SCENIC 5K TRAIL RUN/WALK OR READY TO TEST YOUR LIMITS IN THE 4-HOUR ENDURANCE CHALLENGE, EVERY STEP MAKES A DIFFERENCE.
Our course features a beautiful 5K wooded trail loop with rolling hills, winding paths, and fall colors in full display. The 5K Trail Run/Walk is perfect for competitive runners, casual joggers, and those who simply want to enjoy a brisk walk in the fresh air.
The 4-Hour Endurance Challenge is designed for those who want to push further run as many laps as possible in the time limit, take breaks in the lively Trail Village, and tackle the course again and again. With special divisions for ruck sack warriors and weighted vest challengers, theres a place for every competitor, from first-timers to seasoned athletes.
RACE HIGHLIGHTS
TWO EVENT OPTIONS:
5K TRAIL RUN/WALK ONE LAP AT YOUR OWN PACE, NO PRESSURE.
4-HOUR ENDURANCE CHALLENGE COMPLETE AS MANY LAPS AS POSSIBLE IN 4 HOURS.
SPECIAL DIVISIONS: WEIGHTED VEST AND RUCK SACK CATEGORIES AVAILABLE FOR BOTH EVENTS.
TRAIL VIBE: WOODEN AND RUGGED FINISHER MEDALS, COLLECTIBLE PATCHES, AND UNIQUE AWARDS.
LIVE LEADERBOARD: REAL-TIME LAP UPDATES AT THE TRAIL VILLAGE.
MENS HEALTH MISSION: BLUE RIBBON COURSE MARKINGS, AWARENESS SIGNS, AND A LAP DEDICATION WALL TO HONOR THOSE YOURE RUNNING FOR.
FESTIVAL ATMOSPHERE: MUSIC, CHEERING SECTIONS, AND A PIT STOP-STYLE START/FINISH AREA.
HOW IT WORKS
5K TRAIL RUN/WALK
One lap of the 5K trail loop at your own pace run, jog, or walk.
All participants receive a finisher medal.
Awards for top finishers in running categories.
4-Hour Endurance Challenge
Run as many 5K laps as you can within 4 hours.
Rest, refuel, and rejoin the race anytime from the Trail Village.
Weighted vest and ruck sack categories must meet minimum weight requirements at weigh-in.
Awards for most laps completed overall, in each category, plus the Iron Ruck award.
ON THE MOVE FOR MEN'S HEALTH ISNT JUST A RACE ITS A MISSION. THIS NOVEMBER, JOIN US ON THE TRAILS TO RAISE AWARENESS FOR MENS HEALTH AND PROSTATE CANCER PREVENTION. WHETHER YOURE HERE FOR A SCENIC 5K TRAIL RUN/WALK OR READY TO TEST YOUR LIMITS IN THE 4-HOUR ENDURANCE CHALLENGE, EVERY STEP MAKES A DIFFERENCE.
Our course features a beautiful 5K wooded trail loop with rolling hills, winding paths, and fall colors in full display. The 5K Trail Run/Walk is perfect for competitive runners, casual joggers, and those who simply want to enjoy a brisk walk in the fresh air.
The 4-Hour Endurance Challenge is designed for those who want to push further run as many laps as possible in the time limit, take breaks in the lively Trail Village, and tackle the course again and again. With special divisions for ruck sack warriors and weighted vest challengers, theres a place for every competitor, from first-timers to seasoned athletes.
RACE HIGHLIGHTS
TWO EVENT OPTIONS:
5K TRAIL RUN/WALK ONE LAP AT YOUR OWN PACE, NO PRESSURE.
4-HOUR ENDURANCE CHALLENGE COMPLETE AS MANY LAPS AS POSSIBLE IN 4 HOURS.
SPECIAL DIVISIONS: WEIGHTED VEST AND RUCK SACK CATEGORIES AVAILABLE FOR BOTH EVENTS.
TRAIL VIBE: WOODEN AND RUGGED FINISHER MEDALS, COLLECTIBLE PATCHES, AND UNIQUE AWARDS.
LIVE LEADERBOARD: REAL-TIME LAP UPDATES AT THE TRAIL VILLAGE.
MENS HEALTH MISSION: BLUE RIBBON COURSE MARKINGS, AWARENESS SIGNS, AND A LAP DEDICATION WALL TO HONOR THOSE YOURE RUNNING FOR.
FESTIVAL ATMOSPHERE: MUSIC, CHEERING SECTIONS, AND A PIT STOP-STYLE START/FINISH AREA.
HOW IT WORKS
5K TRAIL RUN/WALK
One lap of the 5K trail loop at your own pace run, jog, or walk.
All participants receive a finisher medal.
Awards for top finishers in running categories.
4-Hour Endurance Challenge
Run as many 5K laps as you can within 4 hours.
Rest, refuel, and rejoin the race anytime from the Trail Village.
Weighted vest and ruck sack categories must meet minimum weight requirements at weigh-in.
Awards for most laps completed overall, in each category, plus the Iron Ruck award.
Races
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5K Run / Walk
Incl. $3.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 16th November 2025 (8:00AM CST)
$33.30
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4- Hour Endurance Challenge
Incl. $5.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 16th November 2025 (8:00AM CST)
$65.10
Complete any mileage between 3.1 Miles or 40 miles. You have 4 hours to complete as many laps as possible. -
Oscar Mike RUCK SACK 4 Hour Challenge
Incl. $4.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 16th November 2025 (8:00AM CST)
$49.20
Complete any mileage between 3.1 Miles or 40 miles. You have 4 hours to complete as many laps as possible and must keep the Ruck Sack or Weighted Vest on for all laps completed. Any weight is acceptable but will be recorded and must stay the same for the entire event.
On the Move for Men's Health 5k and 4-Hour Endurance Challenge
