PCOS Trailblazers 5k Atlanta: Walk, Hike, or Run for PCOS Awareness

🩺 Event Overview

PCOS Sisters Telehealth Clinic & PCOS Challenge: The National Association for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome have partnered to bring you the PCOS Trailblazers 5K: Walk, Hike, or Run for PCOS Awareness during PCOS Awareness Month this September.

Join us during PCOS Awareness Month as we walk, run, and raise our voices for the millions of women impacted by PCOS. This family-friendly event is open to ALL AGES AND FITNESS LEVELS. This is an untimed event, but In-Person and Virtual participants can enter their times here.

📍 Event Details

• Date: Sunday, September 28th, 2025
• Time: 9:00am Race Start
• Location: Sweetwater Creek State Park (1750 Mt Vernon Rd, Lithia Springs, GA 30122) & Virtual
• Parking: There is on-site parking for $5 CASH ONLY, we do recommend carpooling

🥤 Event Activities

• Refreshments: There will be Light Refreshments, Yoga, Live Painting & Auction, and Guest Speakers
• Fun Options: The 5K will take place on the Sweetwater Creek State Park Yellow Trail. There will also be a 1-mile Fun Hike for those who don’t enjoy inclines and elevation changes
• Virtual Options: Join us in celebrating this incredible event by participating online. The virtual option is available for the entire month of September (09/01-09/30)!

💲 Registration Information

• June 30th - July 31st, 2025: $35/person
• August 1st - August 31st, 2025: $40/person
• September 1st - September 30th, 2025: $45/person

👟 Recommended Supplies

• Footwear: Trail Runners or running shoes you don’t mind getting dirty, Hiking Boots
• Gear: Hiking Poles (if you find them helpful during hikes), Sunscreen
• Navigation: The AllTrails app for hiking navigation
• Comfort: Foldable Chairs for our post-race celebration

✨ PCOS Awareness

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) impacts 1 in 10 women and is a leading cause of infertility. It also causes weight gain, mood swings, acne, hirsutism, and irregular cycles. September is PCOS Awareness Month!

You are not required to be diagnosed with PCOS to participate. Whether you suspect you might have PCOS, are a family member who is affected, are a PCOS advocate, or just interested in learning....all are welcome!

🎤 Guest Speakers

• Dr. Lynsey Johnson: Learn about PCOS at PCOS Sisters.
• Sasha Ottey: Executive Director, PCOS Challenge.

🖌️ Live Painter

Leigh Pursley - Art of Leigh Pursley

🔗 Get Involved

• Sponsorship: Learn How to Become a Sponsor for the PCOS Trailblazers 5k.
• Volunteering: Learn How to Become a Volunteer for the PCOS Trailblazers 5k.