Over two hundred participants, including many first-time runners and competing walkers, joined together for the celebrated Miles For Moms 5K Run and Walk on May 11, 2024, hosted by STRIDE592 at National Park. This event, which honours motherhood and promotes community health, drew a diverse crowd eager to support this cause.
This year’s spotlight participants included first-time mother Imarah Radix, Miss East Berbice Corentyne Universe 2024 delegate whose courageous journey to mother was celebrated, STRIDE592 enthusiast Andrea King, Miss Guyana World 2024 along with radio personalities Feliz Roberts, Renata Bailey and Sophia Dolphin.
Onika Jervis, event organizer and founder of STRIDE592 was thrilled with the turnout. “Seeing this many participants, especially many who are new to these timed 5K walk/run events along with teams from Fitness Express, CrossFit, Bpi Guyana Inc, the National Park, Guyana Beverage Inc, Edward B. Beharry in addition to the members of STRIDE592’s 5K training group has been truly inspiring,” Onika said. “Together, we’ve managed to bring awareness for the Guyana Girl Guides Association’s centennial Anniversary, enhancing the support systems for girls and mothers in Guyana.”
The event started energetically with a pre-race Soca warm-up led by Vanilla, Soca Artiste and nine-time Road March Queen, followed by the main 5K up Carifesta Avenue and back to the park. The morning was also packed with activities, including a Kids Fun Run and a special Mom Celebration Circle led by Tracy of Pandama Retreat and Winery, ensuring a festive atmosphere for all ages.
“One of the goals of our road races is to provide events where both our competitive athletes and every resident can train, participate and celebrate their accomplishments in a fun social environment,” added Jervis.
Post-race festivities featured massages, a diverse vendor market, coffee from Starbucks Guyana, miniature golf from Nexgen Golf Academy and Driving Range, and fun-filled activities for children sponsored by Enfagrow. These rounded out a day that celebrated health, family, and community spirit.
This second year’s event has firmly established Miles For Moms as a key sports event gathering that promotes mental, physical, and social wellness across generations.
Building on the success of this event, STRIDE592 also announced several upcoming activities and health initiatives aimed at raising awareness and promoting the prevention of heart-related issues within Guyana. Scheduled to launch in the coming weeks, the latter initiative will include educational and fitness activities designed to engage and inform participants about the importance of cardiovascular health.
STRIDE592 extends special thanks to this year’s sponsors – Supreme Laundromat, Oasis Water, Edward B. Beharry, Sunshine Snacks, Movietowne, NexGen Golf, Branderz, Jamieson, Enfagrow, WanSat Network, Living Turkoise, Starbucks, Hand-In-Hand Guyana and Health Deva International.
Founded to foster a culture of community wellness and engagement through walking and running, STRIDE592 continues to bring people together through enjoyable and inclusive events. Celebrating movement in all its forms, STRIDE592 ensures that every event is a vibrant, health focused community affair.
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