Come be a part of the fun! Register for the sixth annual fitness Mind, Body, Spirit Games Presented by McDonald's. Entry entitles you to participate in one of the runs and the walk. All walkers, runners, and supporters of the fitness Mind, Body, Spirit Games Presented by McDonald's are welcome at the fitness Magazine Mind, Body, Spirit Lounge located on Center Road before and after the event for McDonald's samples, WNBA player meet and greets, classes and demonstrations, mini-massages, exciting giveaways, free gift bags, and more!
Course
All courses are subject to change. Check back here the day before the race for final confirmation.
Please share the road with other users of Central Park; stay in the innermost recreation lane.
4-mile Run:
Both races start on the East Drive near E68th Street. Runners head north to the 102nd Street Transverse. Head west / left across the Transverse and south / left onto West Drive to finish near W69th Street.
Family fitness® Walk:
The walk starts on the West Drive near W67th Street. Walkers head south around lower loop of the Park, north on East Drive, and cross west / left on the 72nd Street Transverse. Head south / left onto West Drive to finish near W69th Street.
Number Pickup /Registration
Numbers, scoring chips, and souvenir t-shirts may be picked up at New York Road Runners, 9 East 89th Street, on:
• Thursday, September 6, 1:00-7:00 p.m.
• Friday, September 7, 1:00-7:00 p.m.
On race day, Saturday, September 8, check-in/registration will be in Central Park at the registration tent at Center Road, just south of the 72nd Street Transverse from 7:00 to 10:00 a.m.
Bib and chip distribution for the Men’s 4-mile race will close promptly at 8:15 a.m.
Bib and chip distribution for the Women’s 4-mile race will close promptly at 9:15 a.m.
Bib distribution for the Family fitness® Walk will close promptly at 10:00 a.m.
Post- Race
Pick up your free goody bag after the race in the fitness Magazine Mind, Body, Spirit Lounge (while supplies last), and join us for the awards ceremony. Awards will be given to the top three men and women overall in all applicable NYRR age categories for the 4-mile races. [Awards breakdown]
fitness Magazine Mind, Body, Spirit Lounge
After the races, visit the tents at Center Road in Central Park for live music, mini-massages, exciting giveaways, gift bags, and more!
Raffle Prizes Presented by McDonald's
1) $150 Gift Certificate to Jack Rabbit
2) Sennheiser PMX70 Sports Headphones
3) Nike Triax Speed 300 Wrist Watch
4) iPod Nano (2)
5) McDonald's $50 Arch Cards (2)
6) 1-year subscription to Fitness Magazine (3)
Volunteer
If you are interested in volunteering at this race, click here.
Travel
Book flights, hotels, car services, and more through the Official Travel Partner of NYRR, Anthony Travel. You get convenience, guaranteed rooms, and great rates from a travel agency who understands the priorities of runners. Call 800.736.6377 or email jasonrice@anthonytravel.com.
Entry Fees
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| On or before August 25 | $15.00 | $8.00 | $25.00 |
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| August 26 - September 7 | $20.00 | $14.00 | $30.00 |
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| Limited event day entries** | $25.00 | $15.00 | $35.00 |
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No refunds, exchanges, or transfers on entry. No credit cards accepted after number pickup begins. Cash or check only.
** Members: You must bring your NYRR membership card on event day to receive your member discount; otherwise you will be charged the non-member event fee.
Registration
Online Application
Printable Application [Get plug-in]
Sponsors
The fitness Mind, Body, Spirit Games Presented by McDonald's are made possible by the support of our sponsors.
Race Scoring
[Scoring and results procedures]
[Purchasing a ChampionChip]
Baggage Facilities
Free baggage facilities will be provided as a convenience. If using this baggage service, bring an inexpensive bag and leave your valuables at home. New York Road Runners is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
Rules of Competition
All NYRR races are organized and directed under USA Track & Field rules and regulations. Entrants must also comply with City of New York, Parks & Recreation and NYRR rules. Failure to do so may result in offenders being disqualified and possibly banned from NYRR events, including the ING New York City Marathon. [Click here for rules.]
Babystrollers are not permitted on the race course.
