2017 HCC 5K Challenge Race  Weekly Newsletter

No matter your goal for this year's HCC 5K Challenge Race, our weekly newsletter can help you reach the finish line!
Running Tips From a Physical Therapist
Learn stretching and warm-up tips from physical therapists, courtesy of race sponsor Pivot Physical Therapy.
 
Put the Focus on Healthy
Learn more about maintaining your exercise and healthy eating habits , courtesy of race sponsor Howard County General Hospital.  
Student Spotlight: Anthony

Anthony took some twists and turns on his pathway to success as a 4.0 GPA and Phi Theta Kappa honor society student who delivered the graduate address at his commencement ceremony. Thanks to the HCCEF, he even received a scholarship from the Kahlert Foundation!

Click here for more of Anthony's story. 
Couch to 5K Training Schedule

Weekly trainings start Monday, August 21 at the HCC campus! Check back here every week for tips, workouts, and motivation to help get you 5K confident. In the meantime, don't forget...
  • Your muscles need to be warmed up before exercise to avoid injury, so make sure to always stretch before every run or workout.
  • Walk whenever you have the chance - take the stairs instead of the elevator, go for short walks during the day, take the dog outside for longer than usual. Getting your body used to more movement is important before starting a new exercise plan.
  • Running isn't always enough. Throw some squats, planks and push-ups into your usual workouts to help stabilize your body for when it's actually time to run.
August 18th Newsletter: Your first week's plan for getting off that couch and preparing to run the HCC 5K Challenge Race on October 29!
Sponsor's Corner
Columbia Association 
has a ton of fun summer events for you and your family.

Click here to view the calendar!
Save the date for the Howard County Police Department 's Race Pace 5K on September 9, 2017! 

For more information about the race and to register, please click here .
Thank You to Our 2017 Sponsors:
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