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Let Me Run is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit wellness program for boys.

04/15/2026

Thank you, Relay Goods!

Your support is helping more boys lace up, step into running, and be part of something bigger. By helping provide quality running shoes, you are making it possible for more Let Me Run boys to run with confidence, build healthy habits, and keep preparing for the long run.

We are incredibly grateful for partners who believe in our mission and in the potential of every boy.

04/14/2026

Forest Park Elementary is putting in the work. 💚🏃‍♂️

The team ran the 20 minute interval workout with high energy, effort, and heart!

These boys challenge themselves, support one another, and take steps forward together. Huge thanks to for helping more boys on the road ahead.

Keep it going, Forest Park! 👟🔥

04/13/2026

SpringFest 5K is almost here. 💚

Come celebrate our boys, our coaches, and a mission that is helping prepare boys for the long run.

Join us on Sunday, May 3 for the 2026 Let Me Run Columbus SpringFest 5K, but do not wait too long. Prices increase after April 19, and while a race shirt is included with registration, shirt size availability is not guaranteed for later registrants.

Boys and coaches in the spring season are already registered, so this is your sign to invite family, friends, and supporters to join us at Westerville Sports Complex.

Register here: https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Westerville/LetMeRunColumbus5K

Let Me Run Dublin City Schools

04/08/2026

Help us get these boys to the starting line. 💚🏃‍♂️

The 2026 Let Me Run Columbus SpringFest 5K is coming up fast on Sunday, May 3, and we are looking for local sponsors who want to make a real impact.

When you sponsor Let Me Run Columbus, you help boys build confidence, character, and belonging through a program that prepares them for the long run.

We have sponsorship opportunities at multiple levels, and each one helps us create an unforgettable 5K experience for our boys.

Interested in being part of it?
Send us a message or email [email protected] to learn more.

Please share this post and tag a local business, school, or community partner that wants to make a difference for boys in our community. 💚

04/05/2026

Happy Spring from Let Me Run Columbus! 💚

This season is all about growth, and we are seeing it in so many ways with our boys. With every practice, they are building confidence, character, and leadership while learning how to encourage each other, stay strong through challenges, and keep moving forward.

We are so proud of the energy, heart, and joy our teams bring each week, and we are grateful for every coach, boy, and family who is part of this community.

Wishing everyone a joyful spring day from all of us at Let Me Run Columbus!

03/30/2026

School Spotlight: Alum Creek Elementary! 🏃‍♂️💚

These boys put in the work as they focused on running strong, steady, and smart.

This practice was all about learning how to settle into a pace that feels comfortable, controlled, and sustainable. The boys were challenged to stay relaxed, listen to their breathing, and keep moving in a way that helps build physical and mental endurance over time.

Week by week, these boys are learning that growth does not always come from going all out. Sometimes it comes from staying patient, trusting the process, and finding confidence in every step.

We love seeing these boys build strength, make smart choices, and keep showing up for themselves and each other.

Way to go, Alum Creek! 👏

03/28/2026

🏃‍♂️💚 A little over one month until the 2026 Let Me Run SpringFest 5K!

Now is the perfect time to get signed up and join us on Sunday, May 3 at the Westerville Sports Complex for a fun, family-friendly race that supports Let Me Run Columbus and our mission of preparing boys for the long run.

Bring your family, invite your friends, and come be part of a morning filled with energy, encouragement, and community.

👉 Register now:
https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Westerville/LetMeRunColumbus5K

⭐ Reminder:
Boys and coaches participating in the Let Me Run spring season do not need to register for the 5K. Their race entry is already included in their season registration.

Community runners, family members, and supporters, we would love to have you there. Sign up today and help us make this an amazing race day!

03/25/2026

School Spotlight: Winterset Elementary! 💚

Meet the Winterset Wildcats, a brand new LMR team in their very first season!

They braved the cold for their one-mile time trial and brought big energy with smiles, encouragement, and high-fives all around. Before the run, each boy picked a personal mantra to help keep him focused and motivated, and then put those words into action out on the course.

What a fun and powerful start for this new team. Way to go, Wildcats! 👟

03/23/2026

Big opportunity for our LMR Columbus community 💚

Join us Thursday for a free Zoom training with Coach Beyond and LiFEsports at Ohio State: Mental Strategies for Performance & Life.

Learn practical tools to help youth build confidence, manage nerves, improve self-talk, and stay focused, on the run and in everyday life.

March 26 | 6:00 to 6:45 PM EST
RSVP here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd8IMzp2pLXbhnHJPW9-aZePcJnDuMbRELHM8f5MQKE-fJKaQ/viewform

Let Me Run OSULifesports

03/20/2026

Sleet outside. Strong kids inside. 💚

Granby Elementary is in its very first Let Me Run season, and this team is already showing what it means to keep moving, stay positive, and make the most of every practice. When the weather sent them inside, these boys brought their energy to the hallways and kept moving with heart.

We’re so excited to have Granby as part of the LMR family this season. Way to adapt, encourage each other, and bring the energy.

03/17/2026

🥶❄️ Cold weather won’t stop us… but it DOES change how we show up.

Central Ohio is about to get really cold (again), with feels-like temps well below 20°F at practice. That means it’s time to gear up and run smart.

🧤 Hats and gloves are a must
🧥 Layers are your best friend
👟 Dress like the runner in the graphic and you’ll be ready to go

At Let Me Run, we help boys build confidence, resilience, and smart habits. Part of that is learning how to take on challenges like cold weather the right way.

💪 Strong runners aren’t just tough. They’re smart.

03/11/2026

School Spotlight: Hoffman Trails Elementary 💚

The Hoffman Trails Let Me Run team kicked off the Spring season yesterday with their first practice, and it was an awesome start.

With many familiar faces returning from the fall and several new boys joining the team, Practice #1 was all about Getting to Know You. Through introductions, buddy runs, and plenty of smiles along the way, the boys began building the connections that make Let Me Run so special.

This first practice is about more than running. It’s about creating a welcoming team where boys feel supported, encouraged, and ready to grow together throughout the season.

We can’t wait to see this group continue to build friendships, confidence, and strong character — one step at a time.

Let’s go, Hoffman Trails! 👟🔥

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https://columbus.letmerun.org/

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