Ville Magazine l Insider Access for City Lifestyle May/Jun 2016 / Health & Fitness Issue | Page 50

BE ENTERTAINED

Run, Seattle, Run
Written by: Casey Martin / Photo: Seattle Monorail

It’s been proven that running makes you happier, aids in weight loss, strengthens muscles, reduces the risk of cancer,
improves brain power, and lengthens life expectancy. If you are craving a good runners high and something more exciting
than a jog around the block, check out these unique runs that will kick your ass and rejuvenate you this year.

WANDERLUST

May 22, 2016 - Redmond, WA
www.wanderlust.com
Wanderlust is the world’s only mindful triathlon. If you want
a workout but also want to unwind, this is perfect for you. Your
day will begin with a 5k. Wanderlust encourages you to run, walk,
jump, or skip your way to the finish line. Next, grab a mat and get
ready for an amazing 75-minute outdoor yoga session (be wary of
dance parties forming). Then, you will complete your journey with
a deep and relaxing meditation. Wanderlust promotes the idea that
community is much more important than competition.

SURVIVOR MUD RUN

June 11, 2016 - Snoqualmie, WA
www.survivormudrun.com
Are you strong enough for the Survivor Mud Run? Grab your
friends, put on some clothes you don’t care about, and prepare
for a filthy day. The Survivor Mud Run is full of obstacles
guaranteed to get you muddy as hell. If you are a clean freak,
you better watch from the sidelines or just stay home. For the
rest of us, plan to get hosed down at the finish line and enjoy
the complimentary beer and snacks.

FURRY5K

June 12, 2016 - Seattle, WA
www.furry5k.com
Come and join in the fun at the Seattle Animal Shelter’s Furry
5k. Whether or not you run with your dog, everybody is free
to participate in the race -- but please no cats, turtles, rats or
rabbits. Attendees will also get a chance to meet some shelter
and rescue dogs that can’t wait to be adopted. Profits from the
Furry 5k go to the Help the Animals Fund (HTAF) which provides
veterinary care and supplies for sick, injured, and abused
shelter animals. This is not only a chance to run with thousands
of happy dogs, but it is a chance to support a great cause and
help shelter animals.

ROCK ‘N’ ROLL MARATHON & HALF MARATHON

June 18, 2016 - Seattle, WA
www.runrocknroll.com
Beginning in 1998, the Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon series had a
simple idea of fusing live rock music with running. Now runners
can participate in this series all over the world. Stages with live
bands playing classic rock, blues, punk, and funk can be found
throughout the race, providing you with the power to finish
strong. When you reach the end, you can celebrate with this
year’s headliner, The New Pornographers.

MUD AND CHOCOLATE TRAIL RUNS

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August 14, 2016 - Sammamish, WA
www.mudandchocolate.com
Who doesn’t love eating chocolate and burning calories at
the same time? That’s a cause everybody can get behind. This
race will be held at the Soaring Eagle Park in Sammamish, and
participants may run either a half marathon or 4.5 miles. Half
marathon runners are invited to fuel up at the chocolate aid
station during the race, but all participants are welcome to join
in on “CHOCOMANIA” at the finish line. Finishers are awarded
with a chocolate medal and a full size gourmet Seattle Chocolate
bar. Now that is one sweet run.