
2ND Annual
2nd Annual Healthy Mind - Healthy Body: 5K Fun Run is a running race on August 8, 2026 in Pleasant Grove, AL, with an entry fee of $30.
From the Organizer
Our mission is to ignite curiosity as an engine that cultivates visionaries through mentorship, service and leadership development.
Building on Last Year's Impact
As we prepare for the 2026 Healthy Mind, Healthy Body 5K, we are focused on expanding our impact and creating even more opportunities for students across Jefferson County. Funds raised this year will support scholarships, mentorship initiatives, leadership development programming, and the continued growth of Helping Educate Youth's mission to equip the next generation of changemakers.
We would also like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the sponsors, volunteers, vendors, and participants who made last year's event a success. Because of your support, we were able to raise critical funding, award scholarships, and take meaningful steps toward transforming the lives of young people in our community.
This year, we invite you to join us once again as we build upon that foundation. Together, we can create an even stronger event, reach more students, and continue moving mountains for the next generation of leaders.
Thank you for being part of this movement. Let's lace up and get moving—for healthy minds, healthy bodies, and a brighter future for our youth. When you join us as a runner, volunteer, or supporter, you’re not just participating in a race—you’re helping to launch a new chapter for Helping Educate Youth and investing in the next generation of leaders.
Thank you for being part of this movement. Let’s lace up and get moving—for healthy minds, healthy bodies, and a healthier future for our youth!
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
92°
Typical Low
71°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Bessemer 3 Wsw, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
Nearest Airport
BHM
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport · 14 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Days to train
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From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Coming Up
Smile-A-Mile (SAM) 5K
10 miles away
COLORS OF CANCER 5K RUN/WALK
7 miles away
21st District "Be the One" 5K Run/Walk
10 miles away
The CLASSIC 5K
9 miles away
Plan your trip
Coming from out of town? There's more to Pleasant Grove than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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2nd Annual Healthy Mind - Healthy Body: 5K Fun Run
Aug 8, 2026