Fight Cancer at the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5K
Get active and fight cancer! The American Cancer Society is hosting its first 5k run, the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5K, at U.S. Bank Stadium on October 27th.
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walks across the country so that no one faces a breast cancer diagnosis alone. They raise awareness and money to fund research, support services, and early detection. Ultimately, Making Strides events help save lives.
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4 Reasons to Run or Walk the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5K
Here are 4 reasons to consider running or walking the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5K on Saturday, October 27th:
1. Benefit Your Health
Did you know that being physically active is one of the most important things you can do the help reduce your cancer risk? The Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5K is an opportunity to engage in a healthy lifestyle regardless of your experience level. Runners and walkers of all abilities are welcome to participate in this family-friendly event.
2. Benefit the American Cancer Society
Yes, you really will fight cancer by running or walking on October 27th! Proceeds from the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5K go directly to the American Cancer Society and their efforts to fight back against cancer. Now that’s something to feel good about!
3. Finish on the U.S. Bank Stadium 50 Yard Line
Looking for a photo finish? The unique course of the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5K takes runners and walkers on a behind the scenes indoor/outdoor tour of U.S. Bank Stadium. All participants will conclude their event with a lap around the field of U.S. Bank Stadium and an iconic finish on the 50-yard line.
4. Earn Your SWAG
All participants of the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5K will receive a dry-fit event t-shirt. Get active, fight cancer, and earn SWAG!
Sign Up Now to Fight Cancer!
Sign up now to secure the best prices and your finisher t-shirt!
Prior to October 1, 2018: $20 Guaranteed t-shirt deadline
October 1, 2018 – October 26, 2018: $25 t-shirt is not guaranteed
October 27, 2018: $30 t-shirt is not guaranteed
If you have any questions about the 5k run or walk, please contact TwinCitiesMNStrides@cancer.org.
