Hustle in the Heartland 8hr Run/Walk

🏃‍♂️ Race 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.

📅 Event Details

• Date: 2025-10-11
• Location: 130 E Ulen Dr, Lebanon, IN
• Registration Deadline: Sign-ups for guaranteed t-shirt deadline is September 25th!
• URL: Hustle in the Heartland Official Page

💖 Community Impact

• Beneficiary: Proceeds will be donated to ILAAD, Inc.
• Mission: ILAAD, Inc. was formed in 2019 to provide housing, enrichment/educational programs, and social options that enable adults with developmental or intellectual disabilities (IDD) to live in homes of their own and enjoy fulfilling and meaningful lives in their communities.

🏅 Participation Guidelines

• Entrance Policy: Participants can select from Male, Female, or Non-Binary during registration.
• Gender Identity: We respect all gender identities: participants are welcome to register in the category that aligns with their identity. Trans and non-binary runners will not be questioned or challenged on their gender identity.

📊 Results & Timing

• Standings: Non-binary athletes will appear in the overall standings and in their selected gender category, if applicable.
• Results: Results will reflect the participant’s chosen gender identity, and this information will not be changed without consent.

🏆 Awards

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

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?