2010 5K Run & Fitness Walk

More than 200 fitness enthusiasts took part in the fourth annual 5K Trail Run and 1 Mile Fitness Walk to promote healthier life styles in Utica Community Schools.

Sponsored by the Utica Education Association, the annual event supports grants for creative wellness programs to benefit UCS employees and students. This year, the Sept. 19 event featured 150 runners, nearly 50 volunteers and a large number of spectators at Stony Creek Metropark.

The trail was challenging, but well worth the experience," said UCS teacher Kim Giacobbe. "I am glad I did it."

Doug Kurtis, winner of 40 marathons, kicked off the event.  Kurtis holds the world record for most career under 2:20 marathons at 76 and most career marathons under three hours at 197.

5K Trail Run Results:

Overall Female Winner
Daya Wagg     21:14.2

Overall Male Winner
Brandon Carson     17:43.0

Individual 5K results can be found on:
www.runmichigan.org 

The UEA Staywell Committee thanks its local and national sponsors: Hanson’s Running Shop, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Vince and Joe’s Market, eVitamins, Michigan Educational Credit Union, Texas Roadhouse, Dunkin Donuts, HealthQuest Physical Therapy & Wellness Centers, Grand Traverse Pie Company, Superior Family Chiropractic & Wellness Center, Panera Bread and The Picture Lounge. All proceeds from the event will be used to fund 2011 “Wellness Grants” that benefit UCS employees and students.

Start training and mark your calendars for our 5th Annual 5K Trail Run & 1 Mile Fitness Walk on Saturday, September 25.   We will also offer the Kid’s Obstacle Course and Dash!