Hustle in the Heartland 8hr Run/Walk

Event Overview

Embark on an extraordinary journey at the Hustle in the Heartland 8-Hour Run/Walk, where endurance meets community spirit in the heart of Indiana. This unique event invites participants of all fitness levels to challenge themselves on a looped course, aiming to cover as much distance as possible within an 8-hour timeframe.

Step up to the challenge at the Hustle in the Heartland 8-Hour Run/Walk, where grit, endurance, and community come together on a one-mile-ish paved loop in the heart of the Midwest! Whether you're chasing a personal best, testing your limits, or simply enjoying the journey, this event is built for runners and walkers of all levels.

Are you ready to hustle?

Proceeds Donation

• Year of Donation: 2026
• Recipient: ILAAD, Inc.
• Mission: Provide housing, enrichment/educational programs, and social options for adults with developmental or intellectual disabilities (IDD).
• Established: 2019

Official Partnership

• Affiliation: EAC Run Club Tour 2026
• Update: Hustle in the Heartland is now part of the official Everyday Athlete Clubhouse Run Club tour!
• Clubhouse Links: Everyday Athlete Clubhouse

Entrance Policy for Non-Binary and Trans Athletes

• Registration Options: Participants can select from Male, Female, or Non-Binary during registration.
• Respect for Identity: We respect all gender identities and participants can register in the category that aligns with their identity.
• Non-discrimination: Trans and non-binary runners will not be questioned or challenged on their gender identity.

Deferral & Transfer Options

• Pregnancy Deferral: Registered runners who are pregnant or within 12 months postpartum may defer their entry to the following year or another future edition of the race.
• Extended Deferral: Deferrals may be used anytime within 2 years of the original race date.
• Bib Transfer: If deferral isn’t desired, runners may transfer their bib to another participant (following standard transfer guidelines).

Results & Timing

• Visibility: Non-binary athletes will appear in the overall standings and in their selected gender category, if applicable.
• Results Accuracy: Results will reflect the participant’s chosen gender identity without changes without consent.

Awards

• Award Eligibility: Non-binary runners will be eligible for place awards in their own category.
• Choice of Competition: They may choose to compete in the category in which they most closely identify.

Event Details

• Date: 2026-10-10
• Location: 130 E Ulen Dr, Lebanon, IN
• Event URL: Hustle in the Heartland