Race Lineup for May 30, 2025

Inspiration for a running bachelor(ette) party

• Courtney Kitchen, a runner bride from Connecticut, recently posted about her fun weekend bachelorette bash. She and 7 friends wore matching all-pink running outfits–went for a morning run, then cleaned up for a night out.

• Back in January, Olivia Paxton of North Carolina hosted her own 5K race on the morning of her wedding. Wearing a white running jacket, the bride welcomed a strong turnout. The race was legit: coffee and pastries, a medal ceremony and champagne for the podium finishers.

• In April, Emily Marchant, ran the Brighton Marathon hungover after a night out with her bridesmaids. Dressed in a hen costume and running on 3.5 hours of sleep, Emily placed third by clocking an impressive 2:55:45.

• As part of his 2023 bachelor party, Norwegian distance legend Jakob Ingebrigtsen ran a beer mile in a 5:22.

Other ideas for your running-themed bash include race-bib style invitations, a hydration station that doubles as a bar, and a pre-party pasta night for carb-loading.

Read more here.

The mental health of moms is in decline

The mental health of mothers has declined according to a recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. The study found that moms who reported “fair/poor” mental health has increased 63.6% from 2016 to 2023.

Fathers have also seen a decline in mental health quality, but it was not as significant as mothers.

Read more here.

Is walking a good enough form of exercise?

Walking can be effective at building a baseline cardiovascular fitness level and is a great form of exercise. Especially for those who have not previously been active or those who are interested in starting a running routine, walking allows for gradual increases in intensity.

Regular walking can help to stabilize blood sugar, strengthen the heart, reduce dementia risk, promote weight loss and boost mood.

Read more here.

Philly Run Fest on June 1st

Philly Run Fest is Sunday! Join one of Philly’s most fun races on June 1. Bibs are running low for the 5K, 10K and 15K! Sign up today and use the code RTD15 to take 15% off your registration at phillyrunfest.com

Jenkintown Sunset 5K on June 3rd

Chase the sunset and cross the finish line in the town square. This community favorite features live music, great food, and a family-friendly kids dash. All proceeds benefit The Kiwanis Foundation of Jenkintown.

Race Details

📅 Tuesday, June 3

📍 Jenkintown, PA

⌚ 7:00 PM

Register here.

Nun Run

Help the sisters of Camilla Hall raise $25K to purchase two special bathtubs for their aged and infirmed Sisters

Race Details

📅 Saturday, June 7

📍 Malvern, PA

⌚ 8:30 AM

Register here.

John Shapiro Superheroes 5K

A USATF-certified 5K course through the Whitpain Greens neighborhood in Blue Bell. The race is in tribute to the memory of a courageous little boy who lost his battle to brain cancer at the age of 6.

Race Details

📅 Saturday, June 7

📍 Blue Bell, PA

⌚ 8:30 AM

Register here.

More Philadelphia Community Races

• Run for Woods on June 1 in Langhorne, PA: REGISTER

  Raise funds for the care of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism, and emotional/behavioral challenges

• Trail Blazer Run on June 5 in Downingtown, PA: REGISTER

  Run through scenic trails at Paradise Farm Camps to benefit East Bradford Township's public trails program.

• IHM Nun Run on June 7 in Malvern, PA: REGISTER

  Join the Sisters for a 5K benefiting Camilla Hall.

• John Shapiro's Superheroes 5K on June 7 in Blue Bell, PA: REGISTER

  Honor the memory of John Shapiro. Proceeds support families battling pediatric cancer.

• SEI Rush Hour Run on June 12 in Oaks, PA: REGISTER

  A course along the beautiful Perkiomen Creek that always sells out.

• Media 5 Mile Race on June 20 in Media, PA: REGISTER

  A community favorite evening race through scenic Media, PA.

• Skippack Lions Diabetes Awareness 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run on June 21 in Skippack, PA: REGISTER

  A family-friendly 5K run that supports diabetes awareness. 

• Tex Mex 5K Race for Open Space on June 25 in North Wales, PA: REGISTER

  An evening 5K benefiting Wissahickon Trails with dinner, margaritas and live music under the stars after the race.

Discover more Philadelphia races here.

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