What is the purpose of the Hot Chocolate Run?
About the Hot Chocolate Run The Hot Chocolate Run is a season-long series of activities and community connection. Be part of a caring community raising money and sending a powerful message of love and support to survivors of domestic violence.
Who does the Hot Chocolate Run benefit?
We can all (run) stand together to help end childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. The mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® is to advance cures, and means of prevention, for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment.
How far is the hot chocolate run?
Each Allstate Hot Chocolate 15k/5k race features both a 15k (9.3miles) and 5k (3.1miles) distance and all runners are encouraged to join the fun! Participants receive an award winning goodie bag, which they collect at the expo along with their race packet.
Where is the hot chocolate run in Chicago?
Grant Park
The Hot Chocolate 15k/5k is returning to Chicago on November 7, 2021! Start and finish in Grant Park among Chicago’s biggest chocolate aficionados. This year, train, race, and celebrate with us all the way to the finish line.
How much did Danny Thomas give to St Jude’s?
Over six years, Thomas had raised $1,250,000 for the hospital, and all he needed was a final $500,000 to get construction started. Thomas saw the hospital as urgent because it would provide free treatment to kids suffering from leukemia.
Can you walk the Hot Chocolate 15k?
We want to give everyone the opportunity to experience America’s Sweetest Race! Our virtual run consists of a 5k and 15k option, just like with our race series. Run (or walk) the distance you pick wherever you want.
How many people run hot chocolate Chicago?
There are expected to be over 20,000 people taking part in the race both in person and virtually. Dubbed “America’s Sweetest Race,” the post-race celebration will feature the event’s signature hot chocolate along with other goodies for runners who finish the distance and receive their medal for the achievement.
How can I run slower?
How to Run Slow with Proper Form and Technique
- Keep your cadence up. While we used to think our cadence (or how many steps you take in 1 minute) needed to stay at 180, we now understand that cadence will naturally increase or decrease slightly when your pace changes.
- Reduce your arm swing.
- Hip flexion or Leg lift.
Is hot chocolate good for runners?
Hot Chocolate Chocolate milk is one of the best post-exercise drinks around, says Gidus. Prepare powdered mixes with milk instead of water: milk delivers protein, calcium, potassium and vitamin D – these replenish electrolytes and help build new muscle cells. Hot chocolate’s sugars also top up glycogen levels.
What distance is 5K?
3.1 miles
A 5K run is 3.1 miles. Don’t be daunted by the distance. A 5K run is a great distance for a beginner. You can prepare for a 5K run in just two months.