Sports Backers Training Teams
Jumpstart your fitness by joining one of our training teams. Camaraderie, accountability, fun, and so much more awaits!
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YMCA 10k Training Team
Our team of amazing coaches will be with you every step of the way to the Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k presented by Kroger finish line on April 12.
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Sports Backers Marathon Training Team
Let Richmond’s running community carry you to 26.
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Sports Backers Half Marathon Training Team
It turns out one really is the loneliest number… especially when you’re training for a half marathon.
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Sports Backers 8k Training Team
Spend 8 weeks in a program catered to runners and walkers of all abilities—you’ll quickly realize how fun (yes, FUN!
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There are 6,500 people annually who volunteer to make Sports Backers and it’s events and programs the successes they are.
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With your support, we can make this region a more attractive and vibrant place to live where safe opportunities to walk, run, bike, swim, or workout abound and where access to these activities are available to all.