Wildstride Race Series: 10k, 1/2 Marathon
- Date Sun 12th April 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Williamsburg, Virginia
- Price $38.10 - $54.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 10km, Half Marathon
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Wildstride Race Series on Sunday, April 12, 2026, in the picturesque setting of Williamsburg, James City! This unique event combines the thrill of running and hiking with bodyweight strength exercises, making it perfect for fitness enthusiasts of all levels. Participants can choose between two exciting distances: the HIKESTRONG 10K and the HIKESTRONG HALF (13.1 miles).
The scenic 2.2-mile trail loop features beautiful views, gentle hills, and a crushed rock surface, ensuring an enjoyable journey for all. Along the way, racers will encounter 3 stations for the 10K and 6 stations for the half marathon, where they’ll tackle low-impact strength challenges such as squats, lunges, and push-ups. This non-competitive event encourages participants to challenge themselves in a supportive environment, with modifications available for all exercises. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just starting your fitness journey, the Wildstride Race Series promises a fun-filled day with light refreshments, a finisher award, and the opportunity to wear a weighted vest for an extra challenge. Don't miss out on this chance to push your limits and embrace the great outdoors!
The scenic 2.2-mile trail loop features beautiful views, gentle hills, and a crushed rock surface, ensuring an enjoyable journey for all. Along the way, racers will encounter 3 stations for the 10K and 6 stations for the half marathon, where they’ll tackle low-impact strength challenges such as squats, lunges, and push-ups. This non-competitive event encourages participants to challenge themselves in a supportive environment, with modifications available for all exercises. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just starting your fitness journey, the Wildstride Race Series promises a fun-filled day with light refreshments, a finisher award, and the opportunity to wear a weighted vest for an extra challenge. Don't miss out on this chance to push your limits and embrace the great outdoors!
Organiser's Description
Take a walk on the WILDSTRIDE!
Happy Cat Fitness often attempts to promote strength training alonside running and hiking. Let's combine the two! THE EVENT WILL COMBINE BODYWEIGHT STRENGTH EXERCISES WITH HIKING/RUNNING INTERVALS. There will be two distance options, the HIKESTRONG 10K and HIKESTRONG HALF. IT WILL FEATURE 3 (10K) OR 6 (13.1) STATIONS OF LOW IMPACT, BODYWEIGHT, BASIC STRENGTH CHALLENGES LIKE SQUATS, LUNGES AND PUSH UPS.
The course will be a 2.2 MILE TRAIL LOOP with beautiful scenery, some hills and a gentle crushed rock surface. Racers can run or walk. Modifications will be given for the strength exercises and no equipment is needed. Participants are encouraged to push themselves by wearing a weighted vest/rucksack for the hikes and/or exercise stations as well!
WHY? My hope is that racers will not only train for the hike/run, but also the strength exercises (these will be announced ahead of time). This therefore, will encourage folks to start incorporating crosstraining into their workouts. The race will be challenging for sure, but you can do more than you think!
HOW? Choose your distance & commit. I will post & email workouts leading up to help you with training! The Half (13.1 miles) will have a 5 hour cutoff and you can downgrade to the 10k mid race if you need to (but we will try and push you to keep at it!)
WHAT'S INCLUDED? This race is non competitive (except with yourself!) ALL RACERS WHO COMPLETE THE CHALLENGE WILL RECEIVE A FINISHER AWARD AND AN OFFICIAL TIME. The course will be clearly marked and we will create a fun, inclusive environment for all. Light refreshments will be served, including water & electrolytes. Parking is included in the registration fee. T-shirts and merchandise will be available to purchase at checkout (or later up to 3 weeks prior to the event). T-shirts are not included in the race fee! Cutoff to order a T-shirt is March 23, 2026.
Happy Cat Fitness often attempts to promote strength training alonside running and hiking. Let's combine the two! THE EVENT WILL COMBINE BODYWEIGHT STRENGTH EXERCISES WITH HIKING/RUNNING INTERVALS. There will be two distance options, the HIKESTRONG 10K and HIKESTRONG HALF. IT WILL FEATURE 3 (10K) OR 6 (13.1) STATIONS OF LOW IMPACT, BODYWEIGHT, BASIC STRENGTH CHALLENGES LIKE SQUATS, LUNGES AND PUSH UPS.
The course will be a 2.2 MILE TRAIL LOOP with beautiful scenery, some hills and a gentle crushed rock surface. Racers can run or walk. Modifications will be given for the strength exercises and no equipment is needed. Participants are encouraged to push themselves by wearing a weighted vest/rucksack for the hikes and/or exercise stations as well!
WHY? My hope is that racers will not only train for the hike/run, but also the strength exercises (these will be announced ahead of time). This therefore, will encourage folks to start incorporating crosstraining into their workouts. The race will be challenging for sure, but you can do more than you think!
HOW? Choose your distance & commit. I will post & email workouts leading up to help you with training! The Half (13.1 miles) will have a 5 hour cutoff and you can downgrade to the 10k mid race if you need to (but we will try and push you to keep at it!)
WHAT'S INCLUDED? This race is non competitive (except with yourself!) ALL RACERS WHO COMPLETE THE CHALLENGE WILL RECEIVE A FINISHER AWARD AND AN OFFICIAL TIME. The course will be clearly marked and we will create a fun, inclusive environment for all. Light refreshments will be served, including water & electrolytes. Parking is included in the registration fee. T-shirts and merchandise will be available to purchase at checkout (or later up to 3 weeks prior to the event). T-shirts are not included in the race fee! Cutoff to order a T-shirt is March 23, 2026.
Races
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Wildstride Race Series: Hikestrong 10k
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sun 12th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.10
Please reach out to [email protected] with questions or visit the Happy Cat Fitness website at https://happycatfitness.com/ -
Wildstride Race Series: Hikestrong 1/2 Marathon
Incl. $4.00 Fee
Sun 12th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$54.00
Please reach out to [email protected] with questions or visit the Happy Cat Fitness website at https://happycatfitness.com/
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9801 York River Park Rd, Williamsburg, 23188, VA, United States
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