Healthy Heroes 5K

The Healthy Heroes 5K is a 3.1 mile run or walk race. that begins at 325 North Front Street in Philipsburg PA 16866. The race is held in conjunction with Philipsburg Heritage Days held on an annual basis. This year's race will be held to bring awareness to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder experienced by our military men and women as well as emergency medical service provider, firefighters, and police officers. Proceeds will benefit programs that help reduce stress and bring awareness to post-traumatic stress related to the careers listed. This race is held on open road with limited control intersections. It is a moderate difficulty for beginners and relatively simple course for more experienced runners. The course is accomplishable by any individual regardless of fitness expertise. The course is well marked and flanked by aid stations at the halfway mark and at the finish line. Electronic timing services will be utilized during the event.