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 $38.60 - $70.40
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the On the Move for Men's Health 5K and 4-Hour Endurance Challenge on Sunday, November 16, 2025, in the scenic Altamont, Effingham! This exciting event is not just about racing; 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, perfect for all fitness levels, or the thrilling 4-hour endurance challenge, where you can push your limits and complete as many laps as possible on a picturesque wooded course filled with rolling hills and vibrant fall colors.
Join fellow enthusiasts for a fun-filled day featuring a lively festival atmosphere, complete with music, cheering sections, and a welcoming pit stop-style start/finish area. Whether you’re a competitive runner aiming for the top or a casual walker enjoying nature, there’s a place for everyone. Special divisions for weighted vests and ruck sacks add an extra challenge for those looking to test their endurance. Don’t miss this opportunity to make every step count while promoting a vital cause—mark your calendars for November 16th and be part of this inspiring event!
Join fellow enthusiasts for a fun-filled day featuring a lively festival atmosphere, complete with music, cheering sections, and a welcoming pit stop-style start/finish area. Whether you’re a competitive runner aiming for the top or a casual walker enjoying nature, there’s a place for everyone. Special divisions for weighted vests and ruck sacks add an extra challenge for those looking to test their endurance. Don’t miss this opportunity to make every step count while promoting a vital cause—mark your calendars for November 16th and be part of this inspiring event!
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 AND AGE GROUP AWARDS.
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 Age Group categories.
AGE GROUPS ARE 14U, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
4-HOUR ENDURANCE CHALLENGE ( RUN OR RUCK)
Run as many 5K laps as you can within 4 hours.
Rest, refuel, and rejoin the race anytime from the Trail Village.
Awards for most laps completed overall (Run) Male & Female Overall and in each category, plus the Iron Ruck award.
Oscar Mike, Weighted vests and ruck sacks are welcome in the Oscar Mike 4 hour Challenge.
*ANY WEIGHT IS ACCEPTABLE BUT WILL BE RECORDED AND MUST STAY THE SAME FOR THE ENTIRE EVENT.
The Iron Ruck award goes to the participant with over 40lbs Male & Over 25lbs Female and most laps completed.
All participants will receive a finisher medal. (LAST LAP START TIME IS AT 3 HOURS AND 40 MINUTES, APPX. 11:40 AM.)
*PARTICIPANTS ARE TO KNOW THEIR CAPABILITY OF FINISHING THE LAST LAP, OR PROJECTED TIME PER LAP, IF YOU THINK YOU CAN FINISH ONE MORE LAP BEFORE THE 4HR LIMIT, WE URGE YOU TO GO FOR IT.
We want everyone to enjoy the grounds at the Ballard Nature Center, Challenge yourself in a safe environment.
FINISH OR FAIL CREATE A BETTER VERSION OF YOU.
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 AND AGE GROUP AWARDS.
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 Age Group categories.
AGE GROUPS ARE 14U, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
4-HOUR ENDURANCE CHALLENGE ( RUN OR RUCK)
Run as many 5K laps as you can within 4 hours.
Rest, refuel, and rejoin the race anytime from the Trail Village.
Awards for most laps completed overall (Run) Male & Female Overall and in each category, plus the Iron Ruck award.
Oscar Mike, Weighted vests and ruck sacks are welcome in the Oscar Mike 4 hour Challenge.
*ANY WEIGHT IS ACCEPTABLE BUT WILL BE RECORDED AND MUST STAY THE SAME FOR THE ENTIRE EVENT.
The Iron Ruck award goes to the participant with over 40lbs Male & Over 25lbs Female and most laps completed.
All participants will receive a finisher medal. (LAST LAP START TIME IS AT 3 HOURS AND 40 MINUTES, APPX. 11:40 AM.)
*PARTICIPANTS ARE TO KNOW THEIR CAPABILITY OF FINISHING THE LAST LAP, OR PROJECTED TIME PER LAP, IF YOU THINK YOU CAN FINISH ONE MORE LAP BEFORE THE 4HR LIMIT, WE URGE YOU TO GO FOR IT.
We want everyone to enjoy the grounds at the Ballard Nature Center, Challenge yourself in a safe environment.
FINISH OR FAIL CREATE A BETTER VERSION OF YOU.
Races
-
5K Run / Walk
Incl. $3.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 16th November 2025 (8:00AM CST)
$38.60
-
4- Hour Endurance Run Challenge
Incl. $5.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 16th November 2025 (8:00AM CST)
$70.40
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. $4.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 16th November 2025 (8:00AM CST)
$59.80
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.
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Location
5253 US Hwy 40, Altamont, 62411, IL, United States
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