Mayor Bowser Invites Residents to the #FITDC Herstory 5K

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 1, 2019

Mayor Bowser Invites Residents to the #FITDC Herstory 5K 

Hundreds of Washingtonians from All Eight Wards to Celebrate Women’s History Month at Fun Run/Walk through Yards Park SE

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(WASHINGTON, DC) – On Saturday, March 2, 2019, Mayor Bowser’s Administration, the Mayor’s Office of Women’s Policy and Initiatives (MOWPI), the National Women’s History Museum and the DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) will host the #FITDC Herstory 5K Run/Walk at Yards Park.  This new event will kick-off National Women’s History Month, with a 5K in celebration of the accomplishments of women throughout history!

The Herstory 5K is a signature event for #FITDC, the Mayor’s health and wellness initiative, for the month of March and will bring District residents of all ages and genders. The event will also highlight local women-owned businesses, fitness brands, and includes a women’s history exhibit provided by the National Women’s History Museum. Post-race activities include yoga in the park, and a women’s wellness panel.

This untimed race is free and open to the public, and participants will receive giveaways. The #FITDC Herstory 5K Run/Walk partners include MOWPI, the National Women’s History Museum, Lululemon, VIDA Fitness, Pacers Running and various fitness groups from across the District. RSVP here.

WHEN:

Saturday, March 2, 2019

Registration begins at 8 a.m.

Run/Walk begins at 9 a.m.

Post-Race Reception begins at 9:30 a.m.

WHERE:

Yards Park

355 Water Street SE

*Closest Metro: Navy Yard Metro Station*

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