Half and Half Marathon, 5K and 10K, + Ruck

Join us for the 4th annual coffee themed Half and Half Marathon, 10k, 5K and 10k & 5k Ruck. The race will begin at Mt. Juliet High School and wind through the greenway, Charlie Daniel’s Park, local neighborhoods, finishing back at the high school. All ages and skill levels are welcome -- both runners and walkers are welcome. The proceeds from this race directly benefit Rest Stop Ministries. This organization’s mission is to comprehensively restore survivors and stop the oppression of human trafficking. While in the program all expenses for the survivors are covered through donations and grants. So, there is an ongoing need for financial support. Please click the "DONATION" link to find out more about this awesome non-profit. All participants will receive a custom Half and Half Marathon, 5K, 10K (tbd)  and a customized finishing medal (register by tbd to guarantee item giveaway). There are also awards for the top finishers in select age categories. 5k, 10k, Half Marathon Age Groups (Male/Female): 18 & under 19-29 30-39 40-49 50+ Overall 1st, 2nd, 3rd place Male/Female 5k Ruck & 10k Ruck: Overall 1st place Male/Female This race will have a mass start and will be chip timed.   Rucking Division: We’re excited to offer a Rucking Division for this race. For those new to the concept, rucking involves walking or hiking with a weighted pack. The term comes from the military word “Rucksack,” meaning “Backpack." Weight Requirements: Over 150lb: 20lb dry weight Under 150lb: 10lb dry weight Weigh-ins will occur 45 minutes before the race starts—no weigh-in, no finishers medal. The weight must be in the form of a steel ruck plate, weight vest blocks, bumper plates, or other items with clearly stamped weight. Participants may not remove or reduce the weight during the event and may face random checks at aid stations or anywhere on the course. We rely on the honor system, so please do the right thing. Note: Due to awards being given to the top Male and Female Rucking Division finisher those winners must have competed in a Ruck. (Weighted Backpack). Weighted vests, plate carriers etc. which distribute weight away from the back are not eligible for the prizes awarded.    Links to Course Maps: Half Marathon (2 loops) 10K (Run and Ruck) 5K (Run and Ruck)   Packet Pick-Up: Friday, November 13th  Time: TBD AT Billy Goat Coffee Cafe 3690 N Mt Juliet Rd #100 Mt. Juliet, TN 37122 Race Day Packet Pick-Up: Saturday, November 14th from 7:30am-8:30am   Schedule for Half and Half Marathon Mount Juliet, TN: Note: You may pick up friends' and family’s packets as long as you have their registration QR code (they will receive this in email the week of the race). Start/Finish/Parking: Right Side of Mount Juliet High School 7:30 am - 8:30 am - Registration and Packet Pick Up 9:00 am - Half Marathon, 10k, 5k start   Switching Your Distance: VERY IMPORTANT FOR ACCURATE RESULTS If you wish to change your race distance, please reach out to the race director prior to race day or during packet pick up. If you would like to defer to a shorter distance, no refund will be given for the difference in price. If you would like to upgrade distance, you will be required to pay the current rate excess your original payment.   Aid Stations: 10K (Run and Ruck) - Every 2 miles 5K (Run and Ruck) - Every 2 miles Half Marathon - Every 2 miles Stations will be stocked with “Gu”s, BCAAs, Water, and fruit.   Bathrooms:  Bathroom facilities located near the fields at Mount Juliet High School and in Charlie Daniel’s Park.   After the Finish Line: Billy Goat Coffee Cafe Visit the beverage and grazing table provided by Cooking Around Town and coffee compliments of Billy Goat Coffee Café.