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The Road To Wellness 5K Run/2-Mile Walk

Embrace your journey. Walk or run with us!

Kids’ Fun Zone

Thanks to all the kids and families who joined us at the 11th Annual Road to Wellness Kids’ Fun Zone! Stay tuned for details about next year’s event.

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Empowered by @thedimockcenter, @hoodfitma & @teambaa | Inspiring fitness & celebrating community 🧡👟💚 | #Road2Wellness5K

Today, we celebrate White Cane Day—a time to rec

Today, we celebrate White Cane Day—a time to recognize the white cane as more than a tool for mobility. It’s a symbol of health, independence, and empowerment for people who are blind or have low vision.

At the Road to Wellness, we honor the incredible blind and visually impaired runners and walkers who embody strength, balance, and resilience with every step. Whether walking with a cane, running with a guide, or navigating by sound and feel, these athletes remind us that wellness is for everyone—and that movement connects us all.

Ways to show support today and every day:
🚶‍♀️ Be mindful and share the road or trail
💬 Ask before offering assistance
❤️ Encourage movement and wellbeing for people of all abilities

Together, we celebrate health and wellness for all of those in our Road to Wellness family!

#WhiteCaneDay #BlindAthletes #AccessibilityMatters #HealthForAll #KeepMoving #RoadToWellness5K #Road2Wellness5K #Road2Wellness2Mile #Road2WellnessRox #CommunityWellness #MoveWithUs #AllPacesWelcome #RoxburyMA

🎧 Go back to where it all began! Want to learn

🎧 Go back to where it all began!

Want to learn how the Road to Wellness started? Hear the people and purpose behind Roxbury’s first 5K in this inspiring podcast by Lauryn Williams.

“We just did it. We just took over the streets. We didn't ask for permission, and we had 126 people run our first race…the more we wait, the more we ask for permission, the less likely we are going to be able to do it. And we need to show people that nobody can stop you from running in your community.” - Thaddeus Miles, Race Founder

👉 Listen here: roadtowellness5k.com/about-the-event

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🏃‍♀️🏃 Did you run or walk in the 11th

🏃‍♀️🏃 Did you run or walk in the 11th Annual Road to Wellness 5K Run/2-Mile Walk? We want to hear from YOU!

Take our quick 5-minute participant survey and let us know about your experience on race day.
🎉 Your feedback helps us make the Road to Wellness stronger, more inspiring, and even more fun each year.

💳 As a thank you, you’ll be entered into a raffle for a $50 Marathon Sports gift card—perfect for your next race-day gear! 👟✨

👉 Click the link in our bio to share your thoughts and help shape the future of the Road to Wellness!

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💙 We had an amazing time on Race Day, and it wa

💙 We had an amazing time on Race Day, and it was all made possible by our incredible volunteers!

✨ One volunteer shared, “The Road to Wellness was a beautiful way to connect with organizers, community members, and other volunteers. I left the event feeling so much joy!”— and we couldn’t agree more.

We can’t wait to see familiar faces (and new ones!) at next year’s Road to Wellness. Thank you to everyone who made this day so special! 💙

#ThankYouVolunteers #KeepRunning #WellnessJourney #RoadToWellness5K #Road2Wellness5K #Road2Wellness2Mile #Road2WellnessRox #CommunityWellness #MoveWithUs #AllPacesWelcome #RoxburyMA

✨ The Road to Wellness doesn’t end at the fini

✨ The Road to Wellness doesn’t end at the finish line! ✨

We’re still buzzing from this year’s incredible 5K Run and 2-Mile Walk, and we know many of you are too. If you loved the energy, the community, and the joy of moving together, why not keep it going all year long?

Boston is home to amazing local running and walking groups where you can stay active, meet new friends, and keep the spirit of the Road to Wellness alive. 🏃🏾‍♀️

@officialblackgirlsrun
@bmrboston
@pioneersrc
@261fearlessclubnewengland
@bostonbulldogsrunning
@trailblazhersrunco
…and so many more!

Your health journey is year-round—and so is your community. Let’s keep running, walking, and thriving together!

Know a Boston-based running or walking group we didn’t mention? Tag them in the comments! 👇

#CommunityInMotion #KeepRunning #WellnessJourney #RoadToWellness5K #Road2Wellness5K #Road2Wellness2Mile #Road2WellnessRox #CommunityWellness #MoveWithUs #AllPacesWelcome #RoxburyMA

📸 The wait is over…Race Day photos are here!

📸 The wait is over…Race Day photos are here!

On Saturday, September 6th, 2025, our community came together for the 11th Annual Road to Wellness, filling the streets with joy, energy, and connection. 💜✨

Relive the highlights and find your favorite moments in our full Facebook album—link in bio!

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One week ago, we came together for the 11th Annual

One week ago, we came together for the 11th Annual Road to Wellness 5K Run/2-Mile Walk, and what an unforgettable day it was! 👟💙

From the start line to the Health & Fitness Pavilion, the energy, joy, and community spirit were incredible. Thank you to every runner, walker, volunteer, partner, sponsor, and supporter who helped make this day a true celebration of wellness and connection. 🙌🎉

We’re still feeling the momentum—and we can’t wait to see you all again next year! 💪

#RoadToWellness5K #Road2Wellness5K #Road2Wellness2Mile #Road2WellnessRox #CommunityWellness #MoveWithUs #AllPacesWelcome #RoxburyMA #ThankYou

Announcing our Early Bib Pickup raffle winners!

Announcing our Early Bib Pickup raffle winners!

Thank you to everyone who picked up your race bibs for the 11th Annual Road to Wellness 5K Run/2-Mile Walk early. The two lucky winners of our raffle are:

🏆 Brian Powers – Winner of a Masataka Yoshida autographed baseball
🏆 Ciara Morgan – Winner of a Trevor Story autographed jersey

Winners, please email info@roadtowellness5k.com to arrange a pickup.

Congratulations, Brian and Ciara, and a huge shoutout to our friends at the @RedSoxFoundation for donating these incredible prizes! 🧢⚾️

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A huge THANK YOU to all of our incredible voluntee

A huge THANK YOU to all of our incredible volunteers! 🙌

The 11th Annual Road to Wellness wouldn’t have been possible without your energy, dedication, and commitment to our community. 🤝

Your time, smiles, and support brought the spirit of community to every corner of the race course. From helping with setup and check-in to passing out water and cheering on participants, you played an important part in making this event such a success.

We can’t wait to see you next year! 💙

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💙 A heartfelt THANK YOU to our incredible spons

💙 A heartfelt THANK YOU to our incredible sponsors for making the 11th Annual Road to Wellness 5K Run/2-Mile Walk possible — and FREE for our entire community! 👟

A special shoutout to our lead sponsor, @johnhancock, for their longtime partnership and generous support of this event.

We’re deeply grateful to all of our amazing sponsors who make this day possible year after year.

We also want to give a big THANK YOU to our amazing event partners, @TheDimockCenter, @teambaa, and @hoodfitma, whose partnership and dedication help make this celebration of health and community better each year!

@bethisraellaheyhealth @stopandshop @bluecrossma @point32health @highoutputllc @sparkfmonline #RoadToWellness5K #Road2Wellness5K #Road2Wellness2Mile #Road2WellnessRox #CommunityWellness #MoveWithUs #AllPacesWelcome #RoxburyMA

✨ What an incredible day! The 11th Annual Road t

✨ What an incredible day! The 11th Annual Road to Wellness 5K Run/2-Mile Walk was nothing short of amazing, and it wouldn’t have been possible without YOU.

💛 Thank you to our sponsors, pavilion exhibitors, community partners, volunteers, participants, and everyone who came together to celebrate wellness and our Roxbury community. Your energy, support, and spirit made this day unforgettable.

📸 We’re just getting started—stay tuned for more race day photos coming soon!

🏃‍♀️ If you’d like to see your race results, you can view them here or at the link in our bio: https://results.raceroster.com/v2/en-US/results/37qbjqe3r6xkmyct/results?subEvent=239386

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💙✨ THANK YOU for making the 11th Annual Road

💙✨ THANK YOU for making the 11th Annual Road to Wellness 5K Run/2-Mile Walk such a powerful celebration of community and wellness! 👟🎉

We are so grateful to our presenting partners @HoodfitMA @teamBAA @TheDimockCenter for leading the way, and to our amazing program host NBC’s @EdwardsLatoyia for bringing so much energy to the stage.

Huge thanks to @RockstoneTrizz for the music, @bbb360_ for the epic warm-up dance party, and @aricbmusic for a beautiful national anthem performance. You made Race Day unforgettable!

👏To our volunteers, and every runner, walker, and supporter—you are the heart of this movement. Thank you for showing up, moving with us, and celebrating Roxbury together.

A huge shoutout to our sponsors, including our lead sponsor, @JohnHancock for making free community event possible!

📸 Don’t forget to tag @road2wellness5k in your photos—we can’t wait to see your favorite moments!

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The countdown is over—Race Day is HERE! ✨ Joi

The countdown is over—Race Day is HERE! ✨

Join us TODAY, Saturday, September 6, at @TheDimockCenter for the 11th Annual Road to Wellness 5K Run/2-Mile Walk!

🚉 Reminder: There is no parking available at the event, so please take the train or rideshare.
🕢 Check-in + registration: 7:30–8:30 AM
🏁 Race start: 9:00 AM

We can’t wait to see you at the starting line! 💙

For more info, click the link in our bio.

@HoodFitMA @teamBAA #RoadToWellness5K #Road2Wellness5K #Road2Wellness2Mile #Road2WellnessRox #CommunityWellness #MoveWithUs #AllPacesWelcome #FreeFitness #FreeinBoston #TrainTogether #RoxburyMA #Countdown #RaceDay

Race day is almost here! Join us TOMORROW, Septemb

Race day is almost here! Join us TOMORROW, September 6, at @TheDimockCenter for the 11th Annual Road to Wellness 5K Run/2-Mile Walk presented by @HoodfitMA @teamBAA @TheDimockCenter 🎉👟

😴 Make sure you get a good night’s sleep and plan extra time to travel to The Dimock Center at 55 Dimock Street in Roxbury, MA.

🚋 Parking will be VERY limited in the area, so please plan to take public transportation or a ride-share service such as Uber or Lyft.

🌦 The event will take place rain or shine on Saturday, September 6th, barring extreme weather such as an intense thunderstorm. Please dress accordingly and stay tuned to the Road to Wellness website and social media channels for the latest updates.

The Road to Wellness is more than just a race. It’s a celebration of our community with:
💪 Health & Fitness Pavilion featuring local wellness + health orgs
🎤 Program hosted by NBC’s @edwardslatoyia
🎧 Live music by @RockstoneTrizz
🔥 Epic warm-up dance party with @bbb360_
🎶 National anthem performed by @aricbmusic
👧🏾👦🏼 Kids’ Fun Zone with long jump, hurdles, relay races & more for kids 3-9 years!

Lace up, bring your energy, and get ready to celebrate community, wellness, and movement. ✨

⌚ There’s still time to register online at https://www.roadtowellness5k.com/registration/. You can also sign up in person on race day! Race day Check-In and Registration begins at 7:30 AM and the race begins at 9:00 AM.

🤳And be sure to tag @road2wellness5k in your photos!

Huge thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this free celebration of health and community possible!

#RoadToWellness5K #Road2Wellness5K #Road2Wellness2Mile #Road2WellnessRox #CommunityWellness #MoveWithUs #AllPacesWelcome #FreeFitness #FreeinBoston #TrainTogether #RoxburyMA #EarlyBibPickup #Countdown

Join us THIS Saturday, September 6 at @TheDimockCe

Join us THIS Saturday, September 6 at @TheDimockCenter for the 11th Annual Road to Wellness 5K Run/2-Mile Walk 🎉👟

✅ There’s still time to register—don’t miss out!
✅ Already registered? Skip the lines and pick up your bib early @TheDimockCenter today + tomorrow!

But it’s more than just a race. We’ve got:
💪 Health & Fitness Pavilion featuring local wellness + health orgs
🎤 Program hosted by NBC’s @edwardslatoyia
🎧 Live music by @RockstoneTrizz
🔥 Epic warm-up dance party with @bbb360_
🎶 National anthem performed by @aricbmusic
👧🏾👦🏼 Kids’ Fun Zone with long jump, hurdles, relay races & more!

This will be a morning you won’t want to miss! 💛

Huge thanks to our sponsors, including lead sponsor @JohnHancock for making this free celebration of health and community possible!

@TheDimockCenter @teamBAA @HoodfitMA #RoadToWellness5K #Road2Wellness5K #Road2Wellness2Mile #Road2WellnessRox #CommunityWellness #MoveWithUs #AllPacesWelcome #FreeFitness #FreeinBoston #TrainTogether #RoxburyMA #EarlyBibPickup #Countdown

Skip the lines on Race Day! Registered for the Ro

Skip the lines on Race Day!

Registered for the Road to Wellness 5K Run/2-Mile Walk? Pick up your bib early at @TheDimockCenter—and you can even grab bibs for your teammates and friends! 🙌

📍 55 Dimock Street, Cheney Building, Roxbury, MA

🗓️ Early Bib Pickup Schedule:
▪️ Sept 2: 10 AM – 1 PM & 4 – 7:30 PM
▪️ Sept 3: 11 AM – 2 PM & 4 – 6:30 PM
▪️ Sept 4: 8 AM – 12 PM

✨ Bonus: Everyone who picks up early will be entered to win prizes from the @RedSox, including a Masataka Yoshida autographed baseball ⚾ and a Trevor Story autographed jersey! 🧢

#RoadToWellness5K #Road2Wellness5K #Road2Wellness2Mile #Road2WellnessRox #CommunityWellness #MoveWithUs #AllPacesWelcome #FreeFitness #FreeinBoston #TrainTogether #RoxburyMA #EarlyBibPickup

✨ That’s a wrap on the 2025 Summer Training Se

✨ That’s a wrap on the 2025 Summer Training Series! ✨

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Graduation this past Saturday and to all who made this summer so special. This series wouldn’t be what it is without our incredible participants, dedicated coaches, and amazing supporters. 💙

A big shoutout to our raffle sponsors—including the @RedSoxFoundation, @Reebok, @Fearless261ClubNewEngland, @teamBAA, and more—for graciously providing wellness items to our summer training family! 🎉

👏 To view your timed results from Saturday’s race, head to the link in our bio!

Next stop: RACE DAY! 🏃🏾‍♀️ We’ll see you all on Saturday, September 6, for the Road to Wellness 5K Run/2-Mile Walk. Haven’t registered yet? There’s still time—sign up through the link in our bio today!

#RoadToWellness5K #Road2Wellness5K #Road2Wellness2Mile #Road2WellnessRox #CommunityWellness #MoveWithUs #AllPacesWelcome #FreeFitness #FreeinBoston #TrainTogether #RoxburyMA #Graduation #ThankYou

💙 We need YOU to volunteer at the 11th Annual R

💙 We need YOU to volunteer at the 11th Annual Road to Wellness! 💙

Happening Saturday, September 6 at The Dimock Center, the Road to Wellness 5K Run/2-Mile Walk is more than a race—it’s a celebration of wellness, joy, and our Roxbury community.

🙌 Volunteers like you are essential to making it all happen. From handing out water, to cheering on participants, to welcoming and registering families—you’ll be the reason this day shines.

Sign up TODAY to be part of the team at the link in our bio!

👟 Want to run or walk instead? With less than 2 weeks to go, now’s the perfect time to register for the race. Don’t wait, secure your spot today!

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“I didn’t come to run, but something inside me

“I didn’t come to run, but something inside me—God, Spirit—said go.” – Rbeybleu, Road to Wellness Runner 💙

For Rbeybleu, running became more than exercise—it became a sacred journey through grief, faith, and healing.

Read their powerful story here: https://medium.com/@thaddeusmiles/running-beyond-grief-rbeybleus-sacred-journey-to-self-945e82115b37

📸✍🏾 Credit: @thaddeus_miles

With less than two weeks to race day, there’s still time to be a part of the Road to Wellness story!

Sign up today for the 5K Run/2-Mile Walk on September 6 through the link in our bio. 🏅

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Tomorrow, Saturday, August 23, we celebrate the fi

Tomorrow, Saturday, August 23, we celebrate the finish line of our Summer Training Series! 👟

From 8–11 AM @TheDimockCenter, participants will close out the season with:
✅ A timed mock race on the official Road to Wellness 5K Run/2-Mile Walk course
✅ Raffle prizes
✅ A certificate ceremony honoring their dedication all summer long

Want to explore the course before race day on September 6? Check out the interactive course maps at the link in our bio or at roadtowellness5k.com/race-info.

Let’s carry the momentum into race day—register now for the Road to Wellness 5K Run/2-Mile Walk at the link in our bio if you haven’t already!

#RoadToWellness5K #Road2Wellness5K #Road2Wellness2Mile #Road2WellnessRox #CommunityWellness #MoveWithUs #AllPacesWelcome #FreeFitness #FreeinBoston #TrainTogether #RoxburyMA #Graduation

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