The tradition continues in 2026 as the Five Dollar 5K ($5K) Race Series returns for another exciting season of affordable, low-key, and competitive racing—hosted by Twin City Track Club.Designed for runners of all levels, the $5K offers something special: a well-organized event without the high price tag. Whether you’re looking for a tune-up race before a goal event, a welcoming ...
Twin City Track Club kicked off 2026 with a memorable Winter Seminar featuring elite professional runner Craig Engels, drawing 86 runners, walkers, and fans from across our community for an engaging and refreshingly candid evening at the JDL Fast TrackEarlier that morning, Engels set the tone for the weekend by toeing the line at the Frosty Fifty 12.5K, racing in ...
On July 18, 2026, the Cook Medical Beat the Heat 5K will take center stage on the national running calendar as the RRCA National Championship 5K. This designation is a tremendous honor—not just for the race itself, but for the Twin City Track Club and the many members who have helped make Beat the Heat one of the most respected ...
🎤 Winter Seminar Speaker: Craig EngelsCraig Engels will be the featured speaker at Twin City Track Club’s Winter Seminar scheduled for January 3, 2026. Engels is one of the most exciting and recognizable middle-distance runners in American track and field. Known for his charismatic personality, signature mullet, and fearless racing style, he has consistently competed at the elite level in ...
On Saturday, July 12, the Twin City Track Club hosted the Cook Medical Beat the Heat 5K race at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds, where runners started and finished on an out-and-back course that followed Shorefair Drive and Reynolds Boulevard.The event once again brought out hundreds of athletes, families, and fans for one of the city’s signature summer running traditions.Despite a sudden ...
On June 4th, 2025, my husband Terry and I celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary in an unconventional yet unforgettable way—by participating in a local Global Running Day event in Wilmington, North Carolina. Instead of a fancy dinner or a quiet evening out, we chose to put on our running shoes and join hundreds of local runners in a celebration of ...
The energy in Winston-Salem was electric as TCTC hosted one of its most inspiring weekends yet — a celebration of movement, resilience, and the boundless spirit of the running community. At the heart of it all was the club’s Winter Seminar, headlined by the incredible Mirna Valerio — ultramarathoner, author, advocate, and living testament that running truly is for every body. The event was powered ...
“Runner’s on your mark…”, your heart begins to race as you move your toe to the start line. “Get set…”, your stomach is in knots as you imagine every worse case scenario and all the things that could go wrong. “GO!”, you take off and find it hard to be in the moment enjoying the race you are running because ...
It’s hard to believe but it’s that time of year again! Resolution season is upon us. If you’re like many millions of Americans you are thinking through your goals and dreams for the upcoming year and more than likely at least one of your goals is fitness related. Since you’re reading this article, I’d be willing to gamble you may ...
I’m not a writer…Lucky for you, you don’t have to be! Our flyer team feels strongly that being a writer is much like being a runner. If you’re writing, no matter what it’s for, you’re a writer!In all seriousness, you don’t need to be a bona fide writer to write an article for the flyer. A vast majority of article ...