Hustle in the Heartland 8hr Run/Walk

🏃‍♂️ Support for ILAADD, Inc.

• Proceeds Donation: We are excited to announce for a second year this years proceeds will be donated to ILAAD, Inc.
• Organization Purpose: ILADD, 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.

🌟 Event Overview

• Extraordinary Journey: 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.
• Challenge Yourself: 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.
• Inclusive Experience: 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!
• Open to All: 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.

🏅 Partnerships and Affiliations

• EAC Run Club Tour: Official partner with the EAC Run Club Tour 2026.
• Everyday Athlete Clubhouse: Hustle in the Heartland is now on the official Everyday Athlete Clubhouse Run Club tour!
• EAC Clubhouse Links:
  https://runtrimag.com/product/the-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 Identities: We respect all gender identities and 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: Non-binary athletes will appear in the overall standings and in their selected gender category, if applicable.
• Awards Eligibility: Non-binary runners will be eligible for place awards in their own category, or they may choose to compete in the category in which they most closely identify.