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Let's get the gals together on Galentine's Day, 2/13, to run for Free to Move - for Alyssa Lokits. If you cannot make it in person, you can run your miles virtually.
The in-person version of this race will be in Carmel, IN on the Monon Trail.
After interviewing Abby Lokits for the Finish Lines & Milestones podcast (EP 142), I wanted to do something to help raise awareness (and some donations) for Free to Move.
About Free to Move
Free to Move was founded in honor of Dr. Alyssa Lokits, a beloved advocate whose unwavering love for others, intellectual curiosity, and commitment to progress left a lasting impact. Alyssa was a strong, independent, and compassionate person who deeply cared about empowering others, especially women. Her commitment to safety, support, and community continues to inspire us every day.
Alyssa was an active woman who loved running and holistic health, and she always believed in the importance of physical activity for both mind and body. Tragically, her life was taken in a senseless act of violence while she was simply out for a run, a place where she felt safe and free.
Alyssa’s legacy lives on through our mission to foster a safer, stronger world for women, focusing on their safety, empowerment, and education. We are committed to carrying her vision forward by creating a community where women can be free to exercise, move, and live without fear.
The RUN(317) Series celebrates the unique people, neighborhoods, businesses and charities of the (317)! RUN(317) Carmel Village of WestClay is the second in the 5 race Series. Participants can register for as many races in the series as their schedules allow them. Each Thursday Night run is followed by a high energy post-race party sponsored by Arthur Murray Dance Center featuring a DJ, local craft beer, food, games and community partners.
On Thursday, September 24th, we are excited to have runners/walkers from all over the Indianapolis area spend their evening in Carmel Village of WestClay. The race starts at 7 p.m.
Participants can choose to run/walk or virtually do a 3.17 mile course through the streets of the Carmel Village of West Clay. Starting and ending on beautiful Meeting House Road, this flat, fast courses feature views of this unique Northside neighborhood and the Coxhall Gardens.
Each participant will receive:
Awesome One of Kind RUN(317) Carmel Village of WestClay Medal
2 FREE Beer/Wine/Seltzer Tickets (in person participants only)
Penn Station Free Sandwich Coupon
RUN(317) will be donating a portion of the proceeds from the Carmel Village of WestClay event to the A Kid Again.
For those joining us virtually, we will be using the Free RaceJoy App to instantly upload your RUN(317) miles! Run, utilizing the RaceJoy App, September 24th, 2026, or utilize your favorite monitoring device and manually upload your results. Only times uploaded through RaceJoy will qualify for the Beat the Clock competition.
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