Wildstride Race Series: 10k, 1/2 Marathon

Event Overview

Take a walk on the WILDSTRIDE!

Event Details

• Date: April 12, 2026
• Location: 9801 York River Park Rd, Williamsburg, VA
• Distance Options: Hikestrong 10k and Hikestrong Half (13.1 miles)
• Website: Wildstride Race Series

Race Format

Happy Cat Fitness promotes strength training alongside running and hiking. The event will combine bodyweight strength exercises with hiking/running intervals featuring:

• Stations: 3 for 10k or 6 for Half
• Exercises: Low impact, bodyweight strength challenges like squats, lunges, and push ups
• Course: 2.2 mile trail loop with beautiful scenery, hills, and a crushed rock surface
• Modifications: Provided for strength exercises: no equipment needed

Training and Commitment

My hope is that racers will not only train for the hike/run, but also the strength exercises (to be announced ahead of time). This will encourage the incorporation of cross-training into workouts. The race will be challenging, but achievable!

Participation Guidelines

• Distance Choice: Choose your distance and commit
• Half Marathon: 5-hour cutoff: ability to downgrade to the 10k mid-race
• Support: Workouts posted and emailed leading up to the race
• Encouragement: We are here to push you to keep at it!

What's Included?

• Awards: All racers who complete the challenge will receive a finisher award and official time
• Environment: Fun, inclusive, and clearly marked course
• Refreshments: Light refreshments, including water and electrolytes
• T-shirts: Available for purchase: cutoff to order is March 23, 2026

About the Organizer

As the owner of Happy Cat Fitness, I have been a Personal Trainer and Group Fitness instructor since 2010. Selected exercises are designed to be modified and mimic functional activities, making this event accessible to any fitness level. With training and commitment, you can achieve your goals!

Example Race Format

• 50 reps: of a strength exercise (i.e. squats, lunges, push ups)
• 2.2 mile: Hike/Run loop
• 50 reps: of a different exercise
• Repeat: as needed!