Over the July 4th weekend, some of us have a 3 day weekend and others may even have a 4 day weekend… so why not get out there and get active and earn some bling?! SWMI RACERS members can participate in the RACERS Firecracker Challenge and have an opportunity to earn a finisher medal. The first 30 members to register, finish the events, and email results to racers@swmiracers.org will receive… Read More »RACERS 2020 Firecracker Challenge!
MARCH 20, 2020 UPDATE: Coloma Lions and Leo Clubs and SWMI RACERS thanks our participants for their understanding and support upon the cancellation of the 5th Annual St. Patrick’s 5K in Coloma to support Animal Aid of Southwestern Michigan! Many packets have been picked up but a few remain. To keep expenses down, to prevent the race from losing money, and to allow a donation to be made to Animal… Read More »St. Patrick’s 5K Race Packet Distribution
While we admit it doesn’t look or feel like Spring is around the corner… you won’t want to miss the 5th Annual St. Patrick’s 5K Run/Walk in Coloma on Saturday, March 14! runsignup.com/colomastpatricks5k This dog-friendly event is hosted by the Coloma Lions and Leo Clubs to benefit Animal Aid of Southwestern Michigan. Participants can choose to register for the 5K Run/Walk, the 5K Walk (only), or a no-frills Fun Run/Walk.… Read More »2 Weeks ’til St. Patrick’s 5K Run/Walk in Coloma!
Forty SWMI RACERS members qualified to receive a finisher medal in the 2020 Triple Threat Winter Challenge! Thank you to all of our members who participated in the Secret Santa 5K, Niles Frigid 5K and Break the Ice 5K. Check your email to see you qualified. Medals will be available for pickup when you cross the finish line today, at Break the Ice 5K in South Haven. A club member… Read More »Triple Threat Winter Challenge!
The Sunburst races are a favorite among so many of our members, and we wanted to remind you of the first registration deadline. You’ve got until January 15 to pay the lowest registration prices available. Half Marathon $65 (Increases to $75) 10K $35 (Increases to $40) 5K Run $30 (Increases to $35) 5K Untimed Fitness Walk $22.50 (Increases to $27.50) Again this year, all events will finish on the 50-yard… Read More »Sunburst Races – Early Bird Pricing Ends January 15
Don’t forget… plan to attend an informational session on the Runner’s Master Class tonight at 6 pm. Body Shop Fitness Studio, 1648 Townline Road, Benton Harbor. (Just off Pipestone Road) Coaches Mitzi Tompkins and Cheryl Zuhl will help you reach your goals!
The Break the Ice 5K and Frosty Dash will be here before we know it! It’s a qualifying event in the RACERS Triple Threat Winter Challenge, so we wanted to keep you up to date on information! Register by noon on January 8 to be guaranteed a personalized custom race bib! Custom race bibs to the first 200 participants. REGISTER ONLINE AT RUNSIGNUP.COM/BREAKTHEICE5K Get more details on RACERS Triple Threat… Read More »Break the Ice 5K Personalized Bib Deadline
BACK IN 2020… RACERS Triple Threat Winter Challenge Run, walk or volunteer at events in December, January and February to get this double-sided dog-tag style, heavy weight finisher medal. Particpate in all 3 and be eligible to win prizes! QUALIFYING EVENTS: Secret Santa 5K – December 7 Niles Frigid 5K – January 20, 2020 Break the Ice 5K – February 1, 2020 One Male and One Female SWMI RACERS member who participate in… Read More »RACERS Triple Threat Winter Series
Are you setting your running goals for the new year? Be sure to check out Runner’s Master Class, a 12-week training program to help you reach your goal, whether it’s a 5K, 10K, half or full marathon. Training with knowledgeable coaches can make a difference in your success! Plan on attending an informational session at 6 pm on Tuesday, January 7, 2020. Body Shop Fitness Studio, 1648A Townline Road, Benton… Read More »Runner’s Master Class
The 11th Annual Niles Frigid 5K is just two weeks away! Personalized bibs will be ordered on Thursday, January 2. To get one of these bibs with your name on it, be sure to register by midnight Wednesday, January 1! SWMI RACERS members receive an automatic discount when registering online. Plus, the Niles Frigid 5K is a qualifying event in the RACERS Triple Threat Winter Challenge! For more details, and… Read More »Niles Frigid 5K Personalized Bib Cutoff – January 1