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SOVAH HEALTH SPRING RUN CHALLENGE

By: Joe Philpott, Miles in Martinsville

February 28, 2024

Family Fun, Sports

LOOKING FOR A CHALLENGING HALF MARATHON OVER THE ROLLING HILLS OF SOUTHERN VIRGINIA? HOW ABOUT A FAST SPRING 5K? The 2024 SOVAH HEALTH SPRING RUN CHALLENGE is just the ticket! Includes choice! MHC HALF MARATHON or YOUTH in MOTION 5K on Saturday, April 27 @ 8 AM. 
 

CONSIDERING RACING YOUR FIRST HALF MARATHON? 
The half is a significant challenge which requires serious preparation and is a great first step towards the epic marathon distance. We are searching for one female and one male living now or previously in Martinsville or Henry County who want to give it a try. A kind Miles in Martinsville supporter is providing a FREE REGISTRATION for a guy and gal of our choice.

For your chance to win a free registration, all you have to do is submit an email to braverunner67@gmail.com by midnight, March 15.  In 300 words or less, tell why you should be chosen.

  • Include your name.
  • Briefly describe your running experience.
  • State that this would be your first half.
  • Verify that you live or have lived in Martinsville-Henry County.
  • Tell us what moved you to want to give the half marathon a try.
  • Confirm that you have a training plan to prepare you for your big challenge.

MILES in MARTINSVILLE officiials will review the submissions and notify the "winners" by March 20.

Need more info?  Want to register now? Click HERE for course map and everything you need to get on board for the SOVAH HEALTH SPRING RUN CHALLENGE. Come join us on April 27. You will be glad you did!