Back The Blue Pump N Run

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

• Activity: Pump, Run or Walk to Back the Blue.
• Distance: 5K Pump and Run.
• Location: 1325 6th St, Ames, IA.
• Date: 2025-09-13.

🏋️‍♀️ Pump and Run Details

• Scoring: Participant's score will be based on a combination of how many times he/she can bench press a % of their weight (see weight charts posted on the Facebook page for this event).
• Weigh-in and Lift: Athletes can weigh in and lift between 8:00 am and 9:15 am on race day.
• Race Start: The race will start shortly after the weigh-in and lift period.
• Score Calculation: An athlete will reduce their 5K run time by 30 seconds for each successful lift (maximum 30 reps for a maximum of 15-minute reduction).

🏆 Awards

• Medals: The top male and female participants in each age category will receive a medal.
• Trophy: There will be a traveling trophy for top Law Enforcement Official.
• Participation: Participants may also just run or walk in the 5K portion of the event.
• More Info: For further details about the race, visit the official race page.