FOR RELEASE: Immediately, September 16, 2009
The DiSepio Institute 5K Fitness Challenge on October 31
Saint Francis University’s DiSepio Institute for Rural Health and Wellness will host the ‘DiSepio Institute 5K Fitness Challenge’ on Saturday, October 31, 2009. This event is sponsored by Drayer Physical Therapy Institute, Blair Orthopedics, former Congressman Bud Shuster, Pro Active Sports, Dick’s Sporting Goods, and Servinsky Jewlers.
The courses and start times for the ‘DiSepio Institute 5K Fitness Challenge’ are as follows:
· 2 mile walk: Set around the Saint Francis University mall, providing a fun and safe course for competitive walkers and families alike; Start time 8:00 a.m.
· Fun Run: Half mile run around the SFU mall for children ages 10-13; Start time 8:45 a.m.
· Tot Trot: 100 meter run on the SFU mall for children ages 5 to 9; Start time 9:15 a.m.
· 5K run/walk: Start at the SFU mall in front of the DiSepio Institute and wind around and through the SFU campus; Start time: 9:30 a.m.
Trophies will be awarded to the top male and female finisher in the 5K run/walk and the 2 mile walk. Medals will be awarded to the top 3 male and female finishers in the 5K run/walk according to age categories. All participants will receive a ribbon for finishing their respective event. Long sleeve t-shirts and a free breakfast will be provided to all race participants. Please access the registration form online at www.francis.edu/DiSepioInstitute.htm. For questions, please contact 814-472-2783.
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