PCOS Trailblazers 5k Atlanta: Walk, Hike, or Run for PCOS Awareness

Monday, September 1 – Tuesday, September 30, 2025 Past event
9:00 AM EDT
Lithia Springs, Georgia
$48.70 · 2 races
5km

Event summary

Join the movement for PCOS awareness at the PCOS Trailblazers 5K in Lithia Springs, Georgia! Taking place at the picturesque Sweetwater Creek State Park on Sunday, September 28th, 2025, this uplifting event invites participants of all ages and fitness levels to walk, hike, or run in support of those affected by Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). With a 5K race and a 1-mile fun hike option, everyone can find their pace while enjoying the beautiful trails where popular films and TV shows have been filmed.

This family-friendly event celebrates PCOS Awareness Month and features engaging activities such as yoga, live painting, and guest speakers, making it a perfect day out for the community. Whether you choose to participate in person or virtually throughout September, your involvement will help raise awareness and support for the millions of women impacted by PCOS. Gear up for an unforgettable experience and let’s trailblaze together for a worthy cause!

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  • PCOS Trailblazers 5k Atlanta: Walk, Hike, or Run for PCOS Awareness

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sunday, Sep 28, 2025 (9:00 AM EDT)

    $48.70

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  • PCOS Trailblazers Virtual 5k for PCOS Awareness

    Virtual

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

    Monday, Sep 1, 2025 (9:00 AM EDT)

    $48.70

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Organiser's description

PCOS SISTERS TELEHEALTH CLINIC https://pcossisters.com & PCOS CHALLENGE: THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR POLYCYSTIC OVARIAN SYNDROME https://pcos.org have partnered to bring you the PCOS TRAILBLAZERS 5K: WALK, HIKE, OR RUN FOR PCOS AWARENESS during PCOS Awareness Month this September.

Join us during PCOS Awareness Month as we walk, run, and raise our voices for the millions of women impacted by PCOS. This family-friendly event is open to ALL AGES AND FITNESS LEVELS. This is an untimed event, but In-Person and Virtual participants can enter their times here. https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/165301#resultSetId-536730;perpage:100

Whether you run, hike, or walk, come out and show your support at one of DOUGLAS COUNTY'S GEORGIA FILM TRAIL stops , where Movies and TV Shows such as Atlanta, Avenger: Infinity War, Cobra Kai, The Falcon & The Winter Soldier, Hindsight, The Hunger Games, Killing Season, MacGyver, No Good Deed, and Resurrection have been filmed!

Date: Sunday, September 28th, 2025

alarm clock Time: 9:00am Race Start

Location: Sweetwater Creek State Park https://gastateparks.org/SweetwaterCreek (1750 Mt Vernon Rd, Lithia Springs, GA 30122) & Virtual

Parking: There is on-site parking for $5 CASH ONLY, we do recommend carpooling

medical symbol There will be Light Refreshments, Yoga, Live Painting & Auction, and Guest Speakers



REGISTRATION PERIODS

June 30th - July 31st, 2025: $35/person

August 1st - August 31st, 2025: $40/person

September 1st - September 30th, 2025: $45/person

Recommended Supplies: Trail Runners or running shoes you dont mind getting dirty, Hiking Boots, Hiking Poles (if you find them helpful during hikes), Sunscreen, and the AllTrails https://alltrails.io/ujRkr9MGmgb app for hiking navigation, and Foldable Chairs for our post-race celebration

The 5K will take place on the Sweetwater Creek State Park Yellow Trail https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/georgia/sweetwater-creek-yellow-trail--2. There will also be a 1-MILE FUN HIKE for those who dont enjoy inclines and elevation changes



VIRTUAL OPTIONS AVAILABLE! Join us in celebrating this incredible event by participating online. Let's come together as a community and make this event unforgettable for everyone involved. THE VIRTUAL OPTION IS AVAILABLE FOR THE ENTIRE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER (09/01-09/30)!



Learn How to BECOME A SPONSOR for the PCOS Trailblazers 5k: Walk, Hike, or Run for PCOS Awareness here https://runsignup.com/Race/PCOSSISTERS5KRUN/Page-8.



Learn How to BECOME A VOLUNTEER for the PCOS Trailblazers 5k: Walk, Hike, or Run for PCOS Awareness here https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/GA/LithiaSprings/PCOSSISTERS5KRUN.



POLYCYSTIC OVARIAN SYNDROME (PCOS) IMPACTS 1 IN 10 WOMEN AND IS A LEADING CAUSE OF INFERTILITY. It also causes weight gain, mood swings, acne, hirsutism, and irregular cycles. September is PCOS Awareness Month!



YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO BE DIAGNOSED WITH PCOS TO PARTICIPATE. WHETHER YOU SUSPECT YOU MIGHT HAVE PCOS, ARE A FAMILY MEMBER WHO IS AFFECTED, ARE A PCOS ADVOCATE, OR JUST INTERESTED IN LEARNING....ALL ARE WELCOME!



SPEAKERS:

Dr. Lynsey Johnson, DNP, FNP-C https://pcossisters.com/dr-lynsey-a-johnson, book a medical visit with PCOS Sisters and learn about PCOS at www.pcossisters.com https://www.pcossisters.com.

Sasha Ottey, MHA, MLS (ASCP) https://pcoschallenge.org/sasha-ottey - Executive Director, PCOS Challenge. Learn more about PCOS Challenge at www.pcos.org https://www.pcos.org.



LIVE PAINTER:

Leigh Pursley - Art of Leigh Purlsey https://www.artofleighpursley.com/?fbclid=IwY2xjawLJLJpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFHa2phUGsyZU5jQ3FDa1JQAR4TH2O2ZqTNk6AwafOHUNVFMMLCywVBohUoVU0t4k8kCrVoqf6bM_kHDSqV1Q_aem_i5y5lvaWpxB7kzdrXnzbug

Location

1750 Mt Vernon Rd, Lithia Springs, 30122, GA, United States

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