War Within Challenge: Honoring Anthony Salem
- Date Sun 26th July 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Akron, Ohio
- Price $38.10
- Races 6 races
Event summary
The 2nd Annual Anthony Salem Challenge pays tribute to the courageous Iraq Combat Veteran who tragically lost his battle with addiction in 2023. This challenge is not just a race; it’s a powerful movement to support veterans and individuals facing the silent struggles of PTSD and trauma. Every step taken during this event symbolizes hope and resilience, reminding us that no one should have to fight alone. By participating and fundraising, you contribute to vital resources for those in need, including bicycles for transportation, fitness clothing, running shoes, and community support. Be part of this uplifting experience as we honor Anthony’s legacy and empower those still in the fight. Together, we can make a difference!
Organiser's Description
Run Walk Ruck Remember
When: July 26, 2026 8 AM Start
Where: Tuscarawas Shelter at Firestone park in Akron
2620 Harrington Rd
Akron, OH 44319
Fighting the Silent Battle: A 2 mile, 4 mile, or 8 mile for Addiction, PTSD, & Recovery
The 2nd Annual Anthony Salem Challenge is more than a raceit is a movement.
Created in honor of Iraq Combat Veteran Anthony Salem, who tragically lost his battle with addiction and the invisible wounds of war on September 24, 2023, this event stands as a public declaration that no one should have to fight alone.
Every day, veterans and individuals in recovery wage an unseen waragainst PTSD, addiction, trauma, and the weight of experiences most will never understand. Too many lose that battle in silence.
This challenge exists to change that.
On race day, participants will run, walk, or ruck a scenic 2 mile course, each step symbolizing the burdens so many carry quietly.
Your participationand your fundraisingbecome part of someones survival story.
All proceeds power Running2bWell, helping provide:
Bicycles for transportation
Fitness clothing
Running shoes
Race entries
Community support and connection
Every dollar fuels hope. Every mile lifts a warrior. Every fundraiser becomes part of the fight.
Join us as we honor Anthonys legacy, uplift those still fighting, and ensure that no warrior battles alone.
Welcome to The War Within Peer-to-Peer Challengewhere your courage becomes someones lifeline.
Races
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2 Mile Run, Ruck (1 Loop)
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 26th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$38.10
Run, run/walk, or Ruck (suggested 35 lbs) 1 loop. -
4 Mile Run, Ruck (2 Loops)
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 26th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$38.10
Run, run/walk, or Ruck (suggested 35 lbs) 2 loops. -
8 Mile Run, Ruck (4 Loops)
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 26th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$38.10
Run, run/walk, or Ruck (suggested 35 lbs) 4 loops. -
2 Mile Walk (1 Loop), Untimed
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 26th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$38.10
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4 Mile Walk (2 Loops), Untimed
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 26th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$38.10
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8 Mile Walk (4 Loops), Untimed
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 26th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$38.10
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