Duke Run/Walk Club

Duke Run/Walk Club




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The spring Duke Run/Walk Club starts March 11

Running is a great way to manage weight, be more active and combat stress. Move toward better health. 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 Spring, the club is a no fee, 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. Find out about the benefits and incentives.

Meeting Times & Locations

Starting March 11, 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

LIVE FOR LIFE

LIVE FOR LIFELIVE FOR LIFE, Duke's employee wellness program, offers a variety of programs and services, such as health assessments and education, smoking cessation programs, fitness activities and nutrition activities, to help eligible faculty, staff and family members reach their health and fitness goals.

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.