Whether you walk it or run it, just keep going!
About this race
In 2023, Tennessee lost 1,279 individuals to suicide. Even one life lost to suicide is one too many.
The Robertson County Health Council is passionate about suicide prevention awareness and together we are hosting the "Whether you walk it or run it, just keep going!" 5K to increase suicide prevention awareness and promote organizations that can support individuals experiencing mental health challenges and/or thoughts of suicide. Through our collective effort, we hope individuals in Robertson County find hope, healing, and the strength to just keep going!
You may notice the cost of this race is set at $12.79, this is intentional to remember the 1,279 Tennesseans who died by suicide. Join us on September 12th for the "Whether you walk it or run it, just keep going!" Suicide Prevention Awareness 5K and help us spread messages of hope, resilience, and that help is available.
Join fellow runners on September 12, 2026 for the Whether you walk it or run it, just keep going!. It's a fantastic 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Springfield.
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Suicide Prevention Awareness 5K
You are not alone. Call the 988 Lifeline today if you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health challenge and would like to talk to a trained counselor.
About Springfield
Whether you walk it or run it, just keep going! takes place in Springfield, Tennessee, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.
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