Spring 2026 Kids 5K - Cary

Our 2026 Youth Run Form Clinic is brought to you by Triangle Run Smart Training, presented by Pace Yourself Run Company and The Running PTs.

Come join us for our Youth Run Form Clinic on Friday, June 5, 2026 from 6:30-7:30pm at the Mills Park Middle School track & field in Cary!

This 1-hour clinic is focused on teaching young runners ages 9–13 how to improve their running form, which is key to running efficiently and preventing injury. Along with run form, participants will learn essential dynamic warm-up drills and cool-down stretches to support safe and effective training—whether they’re just starting out or already logging miles.

Led by a positive, experienced coach (RRCA and USATF certified), the clinic combines fun technique work and drills designed to help runners move with confidence and efficiency.

Open to ages 9-13. Participants should be able to comfortably run for at least 15 minutes without stopping, (any pace).

This clinic is a great opportunity for young runners to build strong running habits, boost performance, and reduce injury.

Cost of the clinic is $25. No refund and no credit if you drop from the race after registering.

Cost includes: participation in the 1-hour run form clinic

Clinic is capped at 20 participants.

Coach Holly Kane will coach this event.

Location: Mills Park Middle School track and field #1 (inside the track) - 441 Mills Park Drive, Cary, NC 27519

Kids' class code of conduct: https://docs.google.com/document/d/14deMsXZhJYGNYvXWYLM_AMU0nF-j3m0DSlVmNHMvjrQ/edit?usp=sharing

Kids' Allergy Handling Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NrwBLhW5qZ1X00l3e57nHxaC33rosyuNiyuBYrBjmi4/edit?usp=sharing

Please direct any questions to Training Coordinator, Kelly Svihovec: [email protected]

Course Records - Mills School Park & Cary Greenways

Set a NEW course record & win a $10 gift code!

5K - Male: Z. Knight - 17:10 (2025) 5K - Female: M. Sullivan - 23:29 (2025)

6.55 Mile - Male: I. Whisnant - 47:11 (2025) 6.55 Mile - Female: E. Looney - 52:45 (2025)

13.1 - Male: N. Frye - 1:21:27 (2024) 13.1 - Female: A. Bristle - 1:39:06 (2025)

RUN, WALK, ROLL, OR STROLL!

Fit & Able is proud to introduce the Sizzling Soles Half-marathon at Mills School Park! If you're looking for a low-key race to keep you active over the summer, give you a goal to train for, and get you ready for the fall race season this is the race for you!

IN-PERSON RACE INFORMATION

VIRTUAL RACE INFORMATION

COURSE MAPS

EXHIBITOR INFORMATION

SPECTATOR INFORMATION

Every runner chases the dream of running a marathon. The marathon presents a challenge that requires hard work, determination, and focus; and when achieved, it provides great satisfaction and joy.

BUT have you ever wanted to run a marathon without having to actually run a marathon? With the Summer Series 26.2 you can do just that when you sign up for both 13.1 races at the Sizzling Soles Half-marathon and Summers Done 13.1. Complete both races and we will combine your finish times to give you a 26.2 finish time with a extra set of awards!

PLUS you can save 10% on each race when you sign up for both together using the Summer Series 26.2 Bundle! * You can find the bundle under the main event cards above (click View All Events).

OR, how about an ultra-marathon? Complete all five Fit & Able 13.1 races - a combined total of 65.5 miles! - and again we will combine your finish times for yet another extra set of awards!

• FOR YOUR SAFETY: Please review this information on HYDRATION and HEAT DISORDERS and ensure you have adequately trained for your chosen race distance under these specific climate conditions. This is a summer event in North Carolina. You can find historical climate data for race day in Cary, NC here: https://weatherspark.com/y/20147/Average-Weather-in-Cary-North-Carolina-United-States-Year-Round

All races will have a staggered start beginning at 7:00 AM (in order of distance) and the course closes for all races at 10:00 AM (In-person Race Day Schedule). Please consider your race pace when deciding which event to run. * For any participants who feel they may need some extra time, please contact us at [email protected].

WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH SIZZLING SOLES REGISTRATION:

• IN-PERSON and VIRTUAL 5K, 6.55 Mile, and 13.1 race options

• Sizzling Soles finishers medal and gift included for all 5K, 6.55 Mile, and 13.1 participants (guaranteed if signed up by June 28th). Shirts available for purchase separately.

• Over $8,500 in potential in-person & virtual Overall (Top 3 Male / Female), Age Group (Top 3 Male / Female), Picking Up the Pace, and New Course Record awards

• Great rewards and prizes you can earn by referring your friends and family to sign up with you or even recruiting them to race as a "team"! * More details below

• Earn points for Fit & Able's Free-for-All Race Series to win big end-of-year prizes! Check out the current standings: Free-for-All Race Series

If you are interested in sponsoring the Sizzling Soles Half-marathon please email [email protected] for more information!

We can't wait to see you at the Sizzling Soles Half-marathon!

Love that goes further than 3.1 miles

Through the work of the Durham Civitan Club, we're running for more than the finish line. Your participation helps impact the Durham community and beyond through our partnerships with Special Olympics, Boys & Girls Home of NC, backpacks for Durham middle and elementary students, college scholarships for Durham high school seniors, and The Civitan International Research Foundation at the University of Alabama Birmingham just to name a few.

AWARD CATEGORIES INCLUDE MALE AND FEMALE:

• Overall First Place Male

• Overall First Place Female

• Male & Female: 16 & Under

• Male & Female: 17 - 29

• Male & Female: 30 - 39

• Male & Female: 40 - 49

• Male & Female: 50 - 59

• Male & Female: 60+

• First Place Stroller

Each participant will receive a t-shirt and custom medal. As well as a hardy cheering at the bubble finish line! Registrations after 12:01 am on September 1 will not be guaranteed a participant shirt. But all finishers will receive a finisher medal.

5K or 1 mile out-and-back on the American Tobacco Trail.

As participants run or walk the course, they will be dusted with colored corn starch!

T-shirts are guaranteed for all registrants before 9/4/26.

Awards will be given to Top 3 Male & Female finishers overall, plus the top finishers in each of the following age groups: 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+.

On the morning of the race, registration will begin at 7:00AM and the race will begin at 8:00AM. Please be in position to begin the race at 7:45AM

Join us and celebrate Ostomy Awareness Day and the 12th Annual Run For Resilience Ostomy 5k Run/Walk on Saturday, October 4th, 2025!

All proceeds will benefit the United Ostomy Association of America (UOAA) a 501 3(c) non-profit charity that helps patients living with an ostomy or continent diversion through support, education and advocacy. For more information regarding ostomies visit UOAA's website at www.ostomy.org.

RACE DAY SCHEDULE

To be announced

PACKET PICKUP

TO BE ANNOUNCED

PRIZES

Prizes will be awarded to the top Male and top Female Overall Finishers, top M/F in each age group, as well as to the top Male and Female Ostomates.

OPTIONAL OSTOMY POUCH

Race registration bags will have typical race/sponsor promotional items, ostomy education materials, and most importantly an ostomy pouch provided by one or more of our sponsors. We encourage non-ostomate participants to put on a pouch for the race to improve awareness and empathy for the challenges faced by people living with ostomies.

CREATE OR JOIN A RACE GROUP/TEAM!

Once you’ve registered you have the option to CREATE a new RACE GROUP/TEAM or to JOIN one that’s already been established. This is a great way to get others in your community to Register to Participate in the Run and compete against each other. Invite family, friends, co-workers to Register, pick to be on your Race Group/Team (or start their own), order their T-Shirt & Bib and celebrate the day with you! (Please note this is NOT a Team Fundraiser. To set up a Personal or Team Fundraiser, please go to the DONATE button.)

FUNDRAISING

Raise $150 or more and your Registration Fee will be refunded!

Fundraising is an important aspect of our Run for Resilience Ostomy 5K. Funds raised help UOAA continue to provide resources, educational materials, advocacy and support to the ostomy and continent diversion community.

We invite you to set up your own Personal or Team Fundraiser when registering to participate in the event, or through our DONATE button at the top of this page. You can create a unique Fundraiser Name and URL address, personalize your fundraising message, and direct your friends and family to your page to join your team or sponsor you in your fundraising goal.

FUNDRAISING INCENTIVES

♦Fundraising Level - Empower: $250+ in fundraising individually or as a Team Captain.

♦Fundraising award: TBD

♦Fundraising Level - Champion: $450+ in fundraising individually or as a Team Captain

♦Fundraising award: TBD

The Champion level fundraisers will also receive the Empower level fundraising award.

SPONSORSHIP

If you are interested in sponsoring the race, please contact us at [email protected]

DONATIONS

United Ostomy Associations of America (UOAA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that supports, empowers and advocates for the estimated 725,000 to 1 Million people who are living with an ostomy or continent diversion across the country. Your generous donation helps us to raise awareness of this life-saving surgery and to continue our mission of promoting their quality of life through information, support, advocacy and collaboration. To make a Donation or start a Fundraising Team, please click on the "DONATE" Button at the top of this page.

RUN REFERRAL PROGRAM

Invite 5 other people to register and participate in the Run with you and you will be refunded $20 on YOUR registration! Simply share your unique referral link found on your registration confirmation page (email) "Remember to invite your friends with your special URL https:// ..." The referral program is valid for all in-person run locations and the virtual event so even if they cannot join you where you are, they can still celebrate from afar!

NEW THIS YEAR! Event insurance is available.