Women Run Walk Memphis Program & 5K

2026 Women Run Walk Memphis

Presented by

The Memphis Runners Track Club

Overview

• Program Purpose: Women Run Walk Memphis (WRWM) is a supportive training program designed for women of all fitness levels—from walkers and brand-new runners to experienced runners looking to improve their pace and performance.
• Training Support: WRWM provides coaching, training plans, and a welcoming community to help you reach your goals.
• Progress Celebration: Participants train together throughout the summer, culminating in the WRWM Graduation 5K.
• Eligibility: Participants must be female and age 10 or older.

Program Details

Registration Fees

• $40: March 16 – June 22
• $45: June 23 – July 20

Registration closes midnight July 21 or when the program reaches capacity (1,200 participants), whichever comes first.

Registration Includes

• WRWM Expo: Access included.
• Training Sessions: Weekly Monday night training sessions.
• Technical Shirt: WRWM technical t-shirt or tank.
• 5K Entry: Entry into the Graduation 5K.

Key Dates

WRWM Expo

Date: June 22 | Time: 5:00–7:00 PM

Location: Shelby Farms Park – Jones Pond Pavilion (across from the Visitors Center)

• Expo Activities: Pick up program information.
• Meet Coaches: Meet coaches and group leaders.
• Ask Questions: Inquire about training.
• Visit Sponsors: Visit sponsors and vendors.

First Training Session

Date: July 6 | Time: 6:30 PM (Arrive early for announcements)

Training sessions are held Monday evenings July through August. There will be no training on Labor Day, and the final in-person training session will be August 31.

Training Structure

• Training Groups: Participants will follow a pacing-based training plan appropriate for their group.
• Available Groups: Walkers.
• Running Levels: Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced Runners.
• Miss a Session: You can still stay on track with your group’s weekly training plan.

Training Topics

• Training Programs: Choosing the right training program.
• Running Form: Proper running form.
• Nutrition: Nutrition and hydration.
• Safety Techniques: Warm-up, cool-down, and stretching techniques.

WRWM Graduation 5K

Date: Saturday, September 12 | Time: 8:00 AM

Location: Hope Church, 8500 Walnut Grove Rd, Cordova, TN 38018

The Graduation 5K is a participants-only race and celebrates the accomplishments of everyone who completed the training program.

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