Head and Heart 5k and Mindful Mile

This May, during Mental Health Awareness Month, join US for the Head & HEART 5K AND MINDFUL MILE – a race that’s all about strengthening minds, bodies, and communities. Let’s come together to raise awareness, promote resilience, and take strides toward better mental health for all!The Head & Heart 5K and Mindful Mile is a unique event held during Mental Health Awareness Month in May, combining physical activity with mental health advocacy. Hosted by and benefitting the Ozarks Counseling Center, it offers a timed 5K run/walk and a family-friendly Mindful Mile Walk, providing options for all fitness levels. This event emphasizes the connection between physical and mental well-being through interactive mile markers featuring self-care tips, a guided mindfulness cool-down, and a Positive Mindset Wall for participants to share gratitude and wellness strategies. A Mental Health Champions Booth will also connect attendees with local resources. By promoting healthy, active lifestyles and reducing stigma around mental health, this initiative creates a stronger, more resilient community. Funds raised support affordable counseling services, ensuring accessible care for underserved populations. Together, we can take strides toward healthier minds and bodies for all. COURSE INFO: Flat road course out and back, starting and ending at Ozarks Counseling Center. The mile will follow the same route but will turn around at the half-mile point. CLICK HERE FOR COURSE MAP [https://footpathapp.com/routes/B5CE6F5E-50A4-4C47-8E93-62B8258A46C0] AWARDS: All Participants Receive: Event shirt, medal, and race bag with goodies! Prizes will be awarded to the overall top 3 males and top three females. COST: 5k Run/Walk - $35 1 Mile Run/Walk - $20 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER [https://runsignup.com/Race/MO/Springfield/HeadHeart5kAndMindfulMile]