War Within Challenge 5K: Honoring Anthony Salem
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War Within Challenge: Honoring a veteran
The War Within Challenge is the second annual event taking place on July 26, 2026 at the Tuscarawas Shelter in Firestone Park, Akron, Ohio. It was created in honor of an Iraq combat veteran who struggled with addiction and posttraumatic stress, and it aims to raise awareness about addiction, PTSD, and recovery.
The event offers run, walk, or ruck options on a looped course at the shelter. Distances available reflect one, two, or four loops of the course.
- 2 miles - 1 loop, run, walk, or ruck, suggested 35 lb
- 4 miles - 2 loops, run, walk, or ruck, suggested 35 lb
- 8 miles - 4 loops, run, walk, or ruck, suggested 35 lb
The event description notes untimed walk options for the same distances and that rucking is suggested with a 35 pound load. Registration details and fees are listed for the event.
Proceeds support Running2bWell and fund practical items and services such as bicycles for transportation, fitness clothing, running shoes, race entries, and community support and connection. Each participant’s distance and any fundraising are presented as contributions toward supporting veterans and others in recovery. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
