The Best Races - Midtown Memphis
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Event Details
The Sloth Run offers distances of 5K, 10K, and Half-Marathon (13.1 miles). A separate Family 1 Mile Fun Run is also listed. The event takes place at Overton Park on Poplar Avenue in Memphis, Tennessee.
Registration and Logistics
Registration is managed in waves on a first-come, first-served basis, with a cap on participants per wave. The event is described as a smaller, private group run. Packet pickup is simplified: race bibs are provided on the day, and participant swag is shipped directly to the US mailing address provided during registration. For those registering close to the race date, shirts may arrive after the event.
Participant Experience
The event promotes a relaxed atmosphere with the tagline "Slow Is the New Fast." Timing is optional, with no timing chips used; participants may track their own time using apps. The run welcomes all paces and ages, with participants under 18 requiring a guardian. A virtual run option is available, allowing participants to run any time and place and submit results online.
What's Included
The registration includes a running T-shirt, a finisher's towel or giveaway, a finisher's medal, and a digital training pack. Participants also receive access to online results, a certificate of completion, and an invitation to join a local running club. An optional upgrade to a technical running shirt is available.
Other Information
The event has charity initiatives and offers a fundraising option. Sponsors for the event include Gatorade. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
