Riverside Runners, Lynchburg, Virginia

Riverside Runners: Happy Pace Training Group
2024-03-26 18:00 - 19:30, 2024-03-19 18:00 - 19:30, 2024-03-12 18:00 - 19:30, 2024-03-05 18:00 - 19:30, 2024-02-27 18:00 - 19:30, 2024-02-20 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Riverside Runners, 2480 Rivermont Avenue, Lynchburg, VA, 24503, United States
Have you ever wanted to run a 5K but didn’t know how?
Need accountability as you begin your running program for 2024?
Want more knowledge on proper training as a runner?
Need motivation?
Want to have fun?
The Happy Pace Beginners Training Group is for you!
OUR GOAL:
To encourage, motivate, and teach beginner runners the joy of running while being healthy and having fun. Completing a 5K is optional. But we sure hope you give it a try! #inspiremovement
WHO:
Registration is open to beginner runners, men and women, age 18+ (currently at a 12-15 min/mile pace) for one mile. Not sure what your pace is? 4 laps equal a metric mile on any outdoor high school or college track.
WHAT:
An *8 week 5k training program for mid to late April 5ks (Blossom to Bottle 5K, Run 4 Their Lives 5K, United Way 5k on the Runway).
* Bonus 9th week if choose to run with us through the end of April.
WHERE:
Meeting at Riverside Runners, Lynchburg’s specialty running and walking store, 2480 Rivermont Avenue, Lynchburg, VA 24503
WHEN:
6pm on Tuesdays beginning February 20th and ending Tuesday April 23rd.
HAPPY PACE TRAINING GROUP BENEFITS:
– Coach led, once a week practices from Riverside Runners each Tuesday.
– A training program for beginner runners focused on an April 5K.
– Save up to 25% on footwear, apparel, and accessories at Riverside Runners

2nd Annual Free Clinic Colon Cancer 5K Run / Walk
2024-03-23 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Peaks View Park, 1147 Ardmore Drive, Lynchburg, VA, 24502, United States
This run and walk is for anyone who has been impacted by colon cancer because NO ONE FIGHTS ALONE. Survivors, current battlers, caregivers, family members, friends, coworkers, sisters, husbands, mothers, or anyone who wants to increase access to healthcare and screening sign up to help change the statistics.
Colon Cancer screening is one of the most underused ways to save someone’s life from cancer that exists. Stage one colon cancer has over a 90% survival rate but colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the US. Lack of access to healthcare and early screening measures but 60% of these deaths can be avoided with screening. 76% of uninsured have not had a colon cancer screening and lack access to proper medical care.
The FREE CLINIC OF CENTRAL VIRGINIA
The mission of the Free Clinic of Central Virginia is to ensure high-quality, compassionate, and comprehensive healthcare for every member of our community. We fulfill this mission by providing high-quality medical, dental, pharmacy, behavioral health, and health education services to those in Central Virginia who do not have the resources to obtain these essential healthcare services. We are not funded by the government but instead we are funded by our community and largely run by volunteers that are passionate about serving others. We are here for you.

St. Paddy's Day 5k
2024-03-16 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Water Dog Restuarant, 1016 Jefferson Street, Lynchburg, 24504, United States
Feeling lucky? Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at this festive 5k that benefits Park View Community Mission. Leprechauns, runners and walkers are welcome!

SciFest Pi Run
2024-03-14 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Randolph College, 2500 Rivermont Avenue, Lynchburg, VA, 24503, United States
Join Randolph College SciFest for a 3.14 mile fun run/walk on Pi Day, March 14, at 6:00 pm at Main Hall on the Randolph campus. Pi Day represents the first three digits of Pi and is Einstein’s birthday, as well! This is an in-person event, but we also have a virtual event for alumni of the College who are not local.

Annual Run the High Bridge (Rice, VA)
2024-03-09 09:00 - 11:00 UTC | High Bridge Trail State Park – Camp Paradise Trail Access (ASPEN HILL RD), RT. 601, Rice, VA, 24503, United States
The Cumberland County Public Schools Foundation, Inc.is proud to present to our community the annual Run High Bridge 5k. The event will start at the Camp Paradise entrance of the High Bridge Trail State Park and offers an out and back run across the legendary High Bridge. Proceeds will go to scholarships for Cumberland County School graduates and grants to teachers.

10th Annual King of the Mountain Trail Hill Climb
2024-03-02 11:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | SnoFlex, 3998 Candlers Mountain Road, Lynchburg, 24515, United States
Starting at SnoFlex, The King of the Mountain 2 mile challenge is a trail run that will challenge the mountain goat in all of us. Mile one is a quad buster down hill for approximately 1 mile and then….goes straight up the side of Liberty Mountain to our mountain top finish! The view is amazing! This event is presented by Liberty University Outdoor Recreation.

Coldest Night of the Year (Miriam's House)
2024-02-24 16:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Miriam’s House, 409 Magnolia Street, Lynchburg, VA, 24503, United States
The Coldest Night of the Year is a super-fun, family-friendly fundraising walk that supports Miriam’s House work to end homelessness in Lynchburg. Your participation raises awareness and strengthens our community’s support for our homeless neighbors.

Annual Big Game 5K
2024-02-10 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Percival’s Island, 1600 Concord Turnpike, Lynchburg, VA, 24504, United States
A 5K supporting the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Lynchburg. Start your “new” year off with some extra motivation to stay fit and support one of Lynchburg’s most dynamic non-profits. Our venue and course will use the Percival’s Island Natural Area and Blackwater Creek Bikeway. The race distance is a 5K (3.1 miles)! The theme…the Big Game 5K! Wear your favorite team jersey or the Big Day 5K shirt.
We want our community to have fun, exercise and support the Club’s mission of doing “Whatever It Takes to Build Great Futures” by creating a place where youth and teens learn to grow and become leaders in the community.

Annual Arctic 5k Trail Race
2024-02-03 09:00 - 11:00 UTC | Camp Hydaway (Liberty University), 936 Camp Hydaway Road, Lynchburg, VA, 24501, United States
Presented by Liberty University Outdoor Recreation, this 5k kicks off the Spring Liberty Mountain Trail Series. One of the toughest, off-road, 5K courses in Lynchburg. Come for the fun, challenge, and beauty of Liberty Mountain. Every 5k is easier after this one!

Running Injury Assessments with Rehab Associates
2024-02-03 08:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Riverside Runners, 2480 Rivermont Avenue, Lynchburg, VA, 24503, United States
Please note the time change for our monthly running injury assessment. Our friends from RACV will support the Lynchburg Road Runners Fun Run that begins at 8:30am.
Free sports injury assessments from the experts at Rehabilitation Associates of Central Virginia at Riverside Runners. Do you have questions about discomfort while running (lower leg pain, knee pain, foot pain)? A licensed physical therapist from RACV Timberlake Clinic, will be available to screen runners and answer any questions they may have about injuries, aches, and pains. No appointment necessary

LRRC Fun Run, Fall Race Series Awards, US Oly Marathon Trials Viewing Party
2024-02-03 08:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Riverside Runners, 2480 Rivermont Avenue, Lynchburg, VA, 24503, United States
Join the Lynchburg Road Runners Club for a fun run, refreshments, Fall Race Series Awards presentation, and the Olympic Marathon Trials!
830 am Fun Run 3-7 miles
8:30 am RACV Injury Assessment begins
930 am 2023 Fall Race Series Awards Ceremony
10 am US Olympic Marathon Trials Viewing Party
10:30am RACV Injury Assessment Ends See less

Sports Injury Assessment with Rehab Associates
2024-01-20 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Riverside Runners, 2480 Rivermont Avenue, Lynchburg, VA, 24503, United States
Free sports injury assessments from the experts at Rehabilitation Associates of Central Virginia at Riverside Runners. Do you have questions about discomfort while running (lower leg pain, knee pain, foot pain)? A licensed physical therapist from RACV Timberlake Clinic, will be available to screen runners and answer any questions they may have about injuries, aches, and pains. No appointment necessary

New Year's Day Fun Run - Lynchburg Road Runners
2024-01-01 09:00 - 10:30 (America/New_York) | Riverside Park, 2270 Rivermont Avenue, Lynchburg, VA, 24503, United States
Join the Lynchburg Road Runners at the traditional New Year’s Day Fun Run. You do not have to be a member to attend. All paces and distances are welcome. Run 33 to 6 miles and enjoy refreshments afterward. Get your New Year’s off to a great start running with friends (or soon to be friends). All paces welcome.

Riverside Runners Jingle Bell Fun Run
2023-12-16 08:30 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | Riverside Runners, 2480 Rivermont Avenue, Lynchburg, VA, 24503, United States
Come share in the holiday fun! With jingle bells on our shoes we’ll spread some holiday cheer along Rivermont Avenue. This festive holiday tradition is open to all. Door prize raffle for those that attend. Holiday spirit costumes are welcome. Cookies and hot chocolate served afterward. Run up to 5 miles. All are welcome. No registration required. FREE.

Women, Wine and Wisdom - Holiday Edition
2023-12-12 16:30 - 17:45 (America/New_York) | VA
Panelists
• Dr. Nancy Meyer, author, triathlete and courage coach
• Rebekah Trittipoe, author, ultramarathoner and career coach
Agenda
4:30 PM Gather, grab a beverage and meet some new friends
4:45 PM Table Conversations
5:05 PM Inspirational Panel
5:35 PM Closing comments, door prize drawing & open networking
About Our Speakers
We have two amazing speakers planned for Women, Wine & Wisdom: Holiday Edition on Dec. 12th: Dr. Nancy Meyer and Rebekah Trittipoe, who are both accomplished authors, athletes and coaches.
Dr. Nancy Meyer is an author and speaker who inspires healing and strength for people battling fear and anxiety. She shares stories from some of her most vulnerable moments, sprinkling humor amidst the sometimes horrific. She knows from experience that just because life batters you, it doesn’t mean you have to stay beat down. Today, as an accomplished mid-life Ironman triathlete, she helps people of all ages face their fears, overcome their anxieties, and discover the beauty of a victorious life.
Dr. Meyer also offers individual and small group courage coaching based on her expertise as a licensed chiropractic physician, but even more, she coaches from an experiential perspective. You CAN find courage, embrace your value, and defy fear. If you want to feel inspired and motivated to accomplish your dreams, goals, and desires, come hear from Dr. Nancy!
Rebekah Trittipoe is an 8-time author and speaker. Her life exemplifies focus, motivation, endurance, and perseverance. After a three-year stint as a high school teacher and coach, she furthered her studies at The Ohio State College of Medicine, School of Allied Health Professions to gain the proper education setting her up for a 25-year career inside the walls of cardiac surgery operating rooms. She quickly rose to multiple national leadership positions within the American Society of Extracorporeal Technology, culminating in becoming the National Manager of Continuing Medical Education. This role offered many opportunities to provide instruction and a call to excellence from platforms worldwide.
After retiring from the medical field, Rebekah authored 8 books, started a blog, and continues to impact audiences in a variety of venues: schools and universities, athletic departments, coaches, athletes, faith-based groups, and industry. She uses stories from medicine and her 50 year athletic career to inspire and motivate audiences to become better people because better people make better anythings.

Golf Park Run Club (Tuesdays @ 6:45am)
2023-12-12 08:00 - 17:00, 2023-12-05 08:00 - 17:00, 2023-11-28 08:00 - 17:00, 2023-11-21 08:00 - 17:00, 2023-11-14 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Golf Park Coffee (Bedford Ave.), 2306 Bedford Avenue, Lynchburg, VA, 24503, United States
Like coffee? Like running? Join the fun on Tuesday mornings at our favorite coffee place… Golf Park Coffee on Bedford Avenue. The Golf Park Run Club will meet each Tuesday at 6:45am for a friendly stretch of the legs. Post-run drinks are 50% off!

Deck the Heels 5K Night Run
2023-12-09 17:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Booker Building – AltaVista, VA, 400 Broad Street, Alta Vista, VA, 24517, United States
Held the second Saturday of December each year, The Deck the Heels 5k is not only a fun race, but, it is also a huge holiday extravaganza with Santa and Mrs. Clause, food, hot chocolate, music, and more! And of course there’s medals for those who complete the race. The race begins and ends at the Claire Parker Foundation headquarters at 1019 9th Street Altavista, VA. All proceeds go to filling care boxes and toy boxes.
Glow-in-the-Dark accessories will be available at packet pickup. We encourage runners to “Deck” themselves out for this festive Christmas event.
We are also pleased to announce the addition of the VIRTUAL Deck the Heels 5k for those that are unable to join us in person. Virtual participants are able to choose a 5k course and submit their time to our Results page.
The Claire Parker Foundation was created in memory of our daughter, Claire. We provide ongoing care and emotional support for children and families battling pediatric cancer. To find out more about the work we do visit: claireparkerfoundation.org
COURSE:
Race will start at Corner of Broad St. & Main Street and go north on Main Street. Runners will turn around at intersection of Main St. & Lola Ave. at Miller and Wolf Dentistry. Runners will proceed South on Main Street, crossing the bridge over the river. Runners will continue on Main St. into Hurt, VA and proceed through the tunnel. Runners will turn around at stoplight at English Construction in Hurt, and then proceed north back on Main Street. Finish line will be at corner of Main Street & Broad St.
As a virtual runner or walker you can participate from anywhere in the world on the 5K course

Farmville Jingle Bell Run 5K and1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
2023-12-09 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | First Avenue Field, 407 First Avenue, Farmville, VA, 23901, United States
Celebrate the holidays and fitness with your friends at the Annual Farmville Jingle Bell 5k and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk. Your entry includes a fast, flat course in the neighborhood surrounding First Avenue Field, awards to our category winners, a race t-shirt, and post-race treats to eat. This event is presented by the Town of Farmville Parks & Recreation Department. The traditional start / finish line for this event is at First Avenue Field.

Reindeer Run 2 Miler Trail Run
2023-12-02 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Camp Hydaway (Liberty University), 936 Camp Hydaway Road, Lynchburg, VA, 24501, United States
‘Tis the season to celebrate with the students of Liberty University as they run, walk, and gallop 2 miles (most in costume) on the trails of Liberty Mountain.
This event is part of the Liberty Mountain Trail Series. For more LMTS info please click HERE.

Peaks of Otter Christmas Classic 5k
2023-12-02 08:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Bedford Baptist Church, 1516 Oakwood St., Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
The Peaks of Otter Christmas Classic 5k is celebrating 43 years! Join runners and walkers of all ages and abilities for this central Virginia holiday tradition. Children are also invited to participate in the “Peaks Junior” 1 Mile and 1/4 Mile fun run. Proceeds support the Bedford Area YMCA. This event is known for its friendly faces, caroling volunteers, and fun post-race celebration. The Town of Bedford Christmas Parade is traditionally held just after the event.
Events include; 5K run/walk, Peaks Jr. Mile, and a virtual 5k option
The race HQ will be located at Bedford Baptist Church, 1516 Oakwood St. Bedford, VA 24523.

Lynchburg Turkey Trot presented by Scott Insurance
2023-11-23 08:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | E.C. Glass High School, 2111 Memorial Ave., Lynchburg, VA, 24502, United States
Participate in-person on Thanksgiving Day or continue with a TWIST on tradition from anywhere you choose!
Your Lynchburg Turkey Trot – Your Way. We believe that traditions are important – and as we have all learned, so is the ability to adapt and evolve. We are so excited to offer both a classic Thanksgiving Day run AND continue delivering cheer, holiday family fun, and spreading community spirit right to the doorstep so you can join in the fun from anywhere! Thank you for helping us keep the Lynchburg Turkey Trot alive – both in spirit and helping to feed families in need across our community.
Together we will share our LOVE for Lynchburg – our neighbors, our families, and our community as a whole. Join us this Thanksgiving to celebrate all we have to be thankful for and help a neighbor in need.
The Lynchburg Turkey Trot is more than a tradition – every registration feeds TWO families a Thanksgiving meal. HumanKind is still seeing high needs as families are striving to get back on their feet. There is no doubt in our mind that this Thanksgiving is an important time to help families in need.
Here’s how it works…Register and choose to be in-person or virtual, get your gear mailed to you or at the drive-thru packet pick up, join us on Thanksgiving morning or select a day of your choice to run or walk on a course of your choosing or treadmill, use our race app to keep track, submit your results to be added to the virtual leaderboard, and don’t forget to wear your turkey swag!
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Lynchburg Turkey Trot presented by Scott Insurance
