Duke Run/Walk Club
The Duke Run/Walk Club runs March 12 to May 30
Running is a great way to manage weight, be active and combat stress. Join the Duke Run/Walk Club and meet your health and fitness goals - whether you're a beginner walker or training for a 5K. Offered each spring and fall, the club is a free, 12-week program for all Duke faculty and staff at all fitness levels. The club meets at Wallace Wade Stadium on West Campus; the East Campus wall across from Whole Foods on Broad Street; and Durham Regional and Duke Raleigh hospitals.
Participants in the spring 2012 session can also sign up for the club's "Fitness Fundamentals" workshop.
Benefits and Incentives
- Receive weekly motivational emails
- Receive group support and accountability
- Increase energy
- Decrease stress
- Reduce risk of health diseases
- Earn incentives for participation.
Meeting Times & Locations
Starting March 12, the club will meet every Monday and Wednesday from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at:
- East Campus (Map)
Flat, beginner course (1 loop = 1.7 miles)
Meet across from Whole Foods at the East Campus Wall. Ideal for:- Beginner Walkers
- Beginner Walk to Run
- West Campus (Map)
Hilly, advanced course (1 loop = 2.9 miles)
Meet in front of Wallace Wade Stadium. Ideal for:- Advanced Walkers
- Advanced Run/Walkers
- Advanced Runners
- Durham Regional Hospital — Employee Entrance (Map)
For all who plan to participate at this location, the walk begins at 5 p.m.- Beginner Walkers
- Duke Raleigh Hospital — Wellness Center Entrance (Map)
Flat, beginner course (1 loop = 2.0 miles)
For all who plan to participate at this location, the walk/run begins at 5 p.m.
- Beginner Walkers
- Beginner Walk to Run
Parking
Parking is available at these locations after 5 p.m. (parking maps).
- East Campus: In the 705 Broad St. parking lot or along Broad Street.
- West Campus: Along Bassett Drive or around Wallace Wade Stadium.
- Durham Regional: Visitor Parking Lot
- Duke Raleigh Hospital: Employee Parking Lot
When It Rains
In case of inclement weather, e-mail will be sent to notify Run/Walk Club participants of meeting cancellations. Register to receive these updates.
For more information on the Duke Run/Walk Club, please contact LIVE FOR LIFE at (919) 684-3136, option 1 or email Elizabeth Grabosky.
