Though the air is getting colder and people are starting to break out their winter coats, it’s still a great season to run. Thanksgiving and the holidays are fast approaching, and you may be looking to keep those dreaded winter pounds off. There’s no better way to stay in shape than to do some fun runs or walks around Philadelphia, especially if they support great causes. Here are some upcoming events near Drexel’s campus:
1. 2015 Step Out: Philadelphia, PA When: Saturday, November 7, 2015 at 9:30 a.m.This three-mile walk is held by the American Diabetes Association and it starts at Philadelphia’s famous Museum of Art!
2. PurpleStride 5K Run and Family-Friendly Walk When: Saturday, November 7 at 8:30 a.m.PurpleStride holds events around the country to raise awareness and money for pancreatic cancer research and treatment. This run/walk takes place at Memorial Hall in Fairmount Park.
3. The Lemon Run When: Sunday, November 8, 2015 at 11 a.m.The Lemon Run is Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation’s biggest one-day event. It starts at Memorial Hall in Fairmount Park.
4. A Bold Race for KidsWhen: Sunday, November 8, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.This 5K at the Navy Yard supports the Boys & Girls Clubs of Philadelphia.
5. Homeless for the Holidays 5K Run/Walk When: Sunday, December 27, 2015 at 10 a.m.Proceeds from this race benefit the Pennies From Kevan Foundation, which provides clothing and shelter to the poor and homeless in the greater Philadelphia area.
You may be dreading the thought of working out, but these runs and walks help make fitness fun and rewarding! The feeling you’ll get knowing you’ve done something for a good cause is well worth the price of entering the race or buying a T-shirt (it may even help ease the pain of rapid breathing and sore legs)! So, lace up your sneakers and get your strut on!