The James Anderson Built on Belief 7k and 1 Mile Walk

📅 Date

• Event Date: Sunday, October 19, 2025

📍 Location

• Address: 916 Kenmore Blvd., Akron, Ohio 44314

🏃‍♀️ Event Overview

• Type: 2nd Annual James Anderson Built on Belief 7K & 1-Mile Walk for Recovery
• Focus: Dedicated to celebrating resilience, recovery, and community
• Note: The 1 Mile Walk is an untimed event!

💻 Virtual Participation

• Virtual Option: Run the event any day/time and log your results from October 19-31!
• Item Pickup: Available on Saturday/Sunday the weekend of our event
• Shipping Option: Add $10 for your items to be shipped after the event
• Award Note: Virtual isn’t included in the awards!

🌟 Inspiration Behind the Race

• Inspired By: James Anderson and his remarkable recovery journey
• 2023 Achievement: James ran 100 miles straight in 30 hours, raising $20,000
• Purpose: To inspire others through resilience and dedication
• Tradition: Established to honor James and bring the community together

🚀 Improvements for 2025

• New Driveway: Paved for a smoother race experience
• Updated Map: More accurate race map for precise measurements
• Better Experience: Improved logistics and amenities
• Surprises: More exciting elements planned for participants

🤝 Participation Impact

• Join Us: Whether running, walking, or cheering, your participation matters
• Change Lives: Support the recovery movement
• Be Part of Something Bigger: A movement, not just a race
• Message: Together, we run for recovery. Together, we believe.

👕 T-Shirt Information

• Included: Short Sleeve T-Shirt for all registrants Adult X-Small to 3X-Large
• Discount: Available for a No Shirt option of $5 up to Race Day!

🏅 Medals

• Participant Medals: All participants will receive a medal.

🗓️ Schedule

• Saturday, October 18: 12:00-4:00 PM - Pre-Packet Pickup
• Sunday, October 19:
  • 7:30 AM - Packet Pickup/Registration
  • 9:00 AM - 7K Run/Walk Start
  • 9:15 AM - 1 Mile Family Fun Walk Start (untimed event)
  • 10:00 AM - 7K Awards

🏆 5K Awards

• Overall Awards: Top 1 Overall Male & Female
• Age Group Awards: Top 3 Male & Female in age groups: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, & 70+.

For more details and to register for the event, please visit: James Anderson Built on Belief 7K & 1 Mile Walk.