{"id":83244,"date":"2012-12-30T07:00:26","date_gmt":"2012-12-30T12:00:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/?p=83244"},"modified":"2012-12-28T13:45:11","modified_gmt":"2012-12-28T18:45:11","slug":"new-years-day-5ks-and-marathons-start-2013-on-the-right-foot","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/12\/new-years-day-5ks-and-marathons-start-2013-on-the-right-foot\/","title":{"rendered":"New Year’s Day 5Ks and Marathons Start 2026 on the Right Foot"},"content":{"rendered":"

Once we wake on January 1st, we have high hopes for a resolution but rarely is there a plan in place for these new habits. Often, January 1st ends up looking pretty much like December 31st. So, what\u2019s the way to make New Year\u2019s Day truly be a new day? Consider lining up for a New Year\u2019s Day race! It\u2019s a really great way to put your feet where your mouth is and literally start the new year on the right foot.\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

There are New Year\u2019s Day races all over the country. From 5Ks to full marathons, there\u2019s a distance out there for all level of runners. It\u2019s a great first race for many looking to kick off their new plan, a re-commitment for the ones who let their previous good habits get away from them, and to keep the seasoned runner on track.<\/p>\n

Some cities have morning races while others have starting guns that fire off at midnight. Here are just a few of most popular January 1st races<\/a><\/strong> from around the country. Find one near you and start 2026 off right!<\/p>\n

1. Philadelphia Midnight Run and Party<\/a> \u00a05K<\/strong><\/p>\n

2. Chicago\u2019s New Years Day<\/a> 5k<\/strong><\/p>\n

3. Steilacoom, Washington Resolution Run Race Series<\/a> 20 Miles, 15 Miles, 10 Mile, 15 K, 10 K, 5 Miles, 5 K<\/strong><\/p>\n

4. San Francisco New Year\u2019s One Day<\/a> \u00a024, 12, or 6 Hour Races<\/strong><\/p>\n

5. White Bear Lake, Minnesota Resolution Solution<\/a> 5K<\/strong><\/p>\n

One of my favorite side effects of the New Year\u2019s Day race is that I have to stay on track the night before. If I over-indulge, I could find myself in an uncomfortable position come race day. Knowing I have a starting line to wake up to helps me say \u201cno thank you\u201d when the second servings are offered or when I pass the chocolate covered sugar treats at a party. I remember to drink water and stay hydrated, and often, I\u2019m the first out the door to get a good night\u2019s sleep. For me, the New Year\u2019s Day run helps me do the things I say I want to do on New Year\u2019s Eve.<\/p>\n

Furthermore, there\u2019s nothing better than crossing the finish line on New Year\u2019s morning. It\u2019s such a strong picture of how I want the rest of my year to look like. Me and my fellow racers aren\u2019t just saying we\u2019re going to take better care of ourselves this year, we\u2019re actually doing it.<\/p>\n

Also Read:<\/strong><\/p>\n

5 Strategies for More Comfortable Winter Running<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Black Eyed Pea Hummus for New Year’s Day<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

25 Most Popular Diets of 2026<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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