SEPTEMBER 2022 | SECOND EDITION

RACE WEEKEND KICKS OFF WITH FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

Whether you are a runner, walker, 50 years old or 5, there is something for you on race weekend. Friday we kick off the Fox Cities Marathon weekend of events with our younger runners at the Guardian Kids Fun Run and Huggies Diaper Dash & Toddler Trot.

Then, the OSMS Health and Wellness Expo is the place to be on Friday and Saturday for all your running needs. You can find everything from gear, apparel or accessories at our expo with experts on site that will answer any questions you may have about how best suit YOU as an individual!

On Saturday the fun continues with the SCHEELS 10K, and the dog and stroller-friendly Ascension 5K Run/Walk.

It will be a fun-filled weekend for the whole family! Sign up today.

Race-Ready Facts About

THE ASCENSION 5K RUN/WALK

The Ascension 5K Run/Walk lets participants run, jog or walk a 3.1 miles course all while raising funds for cancer research through the St. Elizabeth Hospital Foundation Cancer Fund
The course starts out along Lakeshore Ave. Trail with beautiful views of Lake Winnebago before weaving in and out of residential neighborhoods. There are also two water and Gatorade stations located on the 5K course. Participants will cross the same finish line as Sunday’s events in Riverside Park.
You can help make tie-blankets as part of the post-race experience. In 2021 Ascension St. Elizabeth Hospital received 40 blankets made by 5K participants.
We’re so excited to have Chick-Fil-A sponsor us again this year. Don’t forget to grab yourself a Chick-Fil-A sandwich after you’ve finished your race!
The Ascension 5k Run/Walk is stroller and dog friendly! Little riders and furry friends do not need to be registered.

5K SIGN UP

Volunteers positions

still available!

Want to be a part of something big and help make a difference for our participants? We are still looking for volunteers for Sunday.

Water stations in Neenah and Menasha
Course Marshalls in Fox Crossing

Our volunteers are a vital part of our weekend of events and their support and excitement help fuel runners to the finish line. Sign up today and be part of our team!

Click here to sign up for volunteer positions

Watch the latest

Doc Talk

Injuries sustained while training for a marathon or other event are extremely common. Taking a break isn't always a bad thing, it can prevent injury in most cases.

Watch the video below to hear Dr. Ryan Wagner from ThedaCare talk about Injury Prevention and learn how to prepare your body for race weekend.

IN THE NEWS

A Runner’s Reason to Volunteer

John Ebel, a 30-year-participant in the Community First Fox Cities Marathon, hangs up his running shoes but looks forward to volunteering and being a part of race weekend.

Wo man with cerebral palsy inspires by training for half marathon

Fox 11 News shares Katie Neuman’s inspiring story as she prepares for Fox Cities Marathon weekend.

SPONSOR SPOTLIGHTS

ASCENSION

Ascension is dedicated to the health and wellness of our community. Their support of the Community First Fox Cities Marathon helps us provide opportunities for runners of all abilities.

For every adult entry in the Ascension 5K Run/Walk, $5 is also donated to the St. Elizabeth Hospital Cancer Fund to support cancer services for area patients. Watch for ways to provide additional support before the race and on race day! Also returning this year, we will be tying blankets at the finish line to donate to Ascension St. Elizabeth Hospital.

BUSTER BUDDIES RESORT

New this year, Buster Buddies Resort is the official 5K Dog Water Finish Line sponsor!

Thanks to Buster Buddies Resort, your furry friends can rehydrate after they cross the Ascension 5K finish line. Thank you for your sponsorship!

COMMERCIAL HORIZONS

Thank you, Commercial Horizons Inc., for your support of the Fox Cities Relay Marathon! Helping community members live healthier lives is the mission of Commercial Horizons and through their support of the Marathon, they are encouraging friends, families, and neighbors to join together to get moving and create healthy habits!

GATORADE

G ENDURANCE: GROUNDED IN SCIENCE

Think all hydration & nutrition products are the same? Think again. G Endurance products were developed after decades of research by top scientists at the Gatorade Sports Science Institute (GSSI). Their 2:1 glucose:fructose blend helps the body maximize carbohydrate absorption while minimizing GI distress meaning you can go farther without bonking or upsetting your stomach.

Better training adds up to a better performance on race day. So, train and race with products grounded in science from G Endurance.

As the Official Hydration Partner of Fox Cities Marathon, Gatorade is proud to have G Endurance Formula available for you on-course at every aid station. Don’t just fuel – fuel to unlock your best!

To learn more about G Endurance products, visit www.Gatorade.com. G Endurance, Fuel to Unlock Your Best. #FormulatedforFarther

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

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