Walk for Life 5K
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Walk for Life and 5K Details
The Walk for Life + 5K is an annual community event held at the Opelika Sportsplex in Alabama. The event is organized by the Women's Hope Medical Clinic and focuses on providing resources and care for local families. Participants can choose between walking and running options on a course that begins and ends at the Sportsplex facility.
Available distances include:
- 5 km running race
- 5 km walk
- 1 mile walk for children
The 5 km running race includes award categories for the first, second, and third place overall male and female finishers. These awards are distributed on-site during the event. For participants in the running race, water and electrolyte drinks are available at aid stations positioned every 1.5 miles along the course.
Event amenities include on-site parking at the Opelika Sportsplex. Registration for the walk is free for children under 12 years of age. A welcome session and worship service are held at the venue before the start of the athletic activities. Official results for the competitive 5 km run are typically posted within 48 hours of the completion of the race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
