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Thursday, October 29th, 2026
11619 Parkside Dr, Knoxville TN
5K
48–67°F · low rain risk
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2025
49–55°F
rain
2024
50–76°F
dry
2023
60–81°F
dry
2022
45–71°F
dry
2021
48–54°F
rain
2020
57–77°F
rain
2019
53–74°F
dry
2018
44–62°F
dry
2017
37–43°F
dry
2016
56–82°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
Challenge yourself to complete a 5K by training with us for the Hot to Trot 5k! The benefits of exercise are many, with the most important being: improved cardiovascular health, improved bone health, improved mood and better coordination. The program focuses on beginners, but all levels of walkers and runners are welcome. Along the way we’ll be providing you with motivation to keep you moving, guidance and advice, weekly group training runs or walks, and educational talks on topics such as proper nutrition, choosing the right gear, and avoiding injury. Plus, you’ll have the camaraderie of others just like you. Sign up today to run your first 5K and commit to making a life change.
Program Details
This program meets once a week for 4 weeks to get you ready to tackle a new goal!
- Q&A Session: Thursday, October 22nd at 6:00 pm. Stick around for our weekly group run/walk at 6:30 pm.
- Workouts: 4 coached sessions: Thursday evenings at 6:30pm, beginning October 29th.
- Target Race: Hot to Trot 5k on Thanksgiving Day
- Participants Receive:
- Weekly training schedule
- Guidance and encouragement from experienced coaches and supportive mentors
- Weekly coached session
- Informational talks about proper running form, hydration, nutrition, etc.
- Program shirt provided by Saucony
- Discount into both Hot To Trot races (November 26th) as well as Veteran Salute races (November 7th)
Incentives
Complete all four weeks and receive a finisher's coupon for $25 valid at Fleet Feet Knoxville! (Earn your registration fee back!)
Event Location
11619 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN
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