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Enjoy the great outdoors, enhance your physical and mental health, and take part in our vibrant Central Minnesota community. Active Central MN is a St.

Active Central MN is proud to help you find, participate in, and promote active lifestyle and fitness experiences. Cloud-based nonprofit organization that promotes wellbeing and healthy, active lives. Celebrating the seasons and scenery of Minnesota, Active Central MN engages community stakeholders and hosts local events centered around physical activity. The nonprofit currently manages CentraCare

Earth Day Run, Apple
Duathlon, and a series of three Graniteman Triathlons in Buffalo, Clearwater, and Big Lake. Learn more at activecentralmn.org.

08/31/2026

Exercise isn't just about the finish line.
It's about how you feel on a Tuesday in October when work is stressful, the days are getting shorter, and your motivation is somewhere at the bottom of your coffee cup.

Moving your body, even for 20 minutes, changes that. It's not magic. It's just what consistent movement does for your mind.

As we head into fall, take care of your mental health the same way you take care of your training.

Show up even when you don't feel like it. Especially when you don't feel like it.
You've got this.

08/28/2026

We're curious! How are you planning to stay active this fall?

Running? Biking? Hiking? Yoga? Chasing your kids around the backyard? Walking the dog before it gets dark at 6pm?
There's no wrong answer. Movement is movement.

Tell us what fall looks like for you this year. 👇 We love hearing how Central Minnesota stays active — and your answer might inspire someone else to get moving.

08/26/2026

September is coming. And with it: back to school, packed schedules, earlier mornings, and the temptation to put your health on the back burner.

Here's how to protect your workouts in busy season:

⏰ Schedule it like a meeting. Put it on the calendar.

🌅 Go earlier than you think you need to. Avoid the post-work slump, and enjoy the sense of accomplishment you’ll get to start your day.

⚡ Shorten it, don't skip it. A 20-minute run will always beat zero minutes.

You worked too hard this summer to lose your momentum in September. 💪

What's your strategy for staying active when life gets busy? Share it below to encourage someone else who needs to hear it.

08/24/2026

Here are some of our top recommendations for where to practice your lake swims, or just have fun in the water: 🏊

1: Big Lake | Lakeside Park in Big Lake, MN
2: Lake Carlos | Alexandria, MN
3: Quarry Park | St Cloud, MN
4: Buffalo Lake | Sturges Park in Buffalo, MN
5: Middle S***k Lake | Avon, MN

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Follow along and stay tuned in 2027 for our triathlon event registrations to open! We’d love to see you there.

08/20/2026

Race season is winding down. 🏃

Here's how to stay in shape when there's nothing on the calendar:

Embrace having less structure, and maintain healthy habits.

Switch it up and try something new or different, like yoga, kayaking or hiking!

Stay accountable with your community. Check out the opportunities on our website! activecentralmn.org/community

What’s your go-to summer activity? Tell us in the comments! 🌲🚴🏻‍♀️🛶

08/18/2026

When you prioritize your health and show your kids how much fun it is to stay active, they’ll take on your mindset.

As we enter the 2026-27 school year, remember how important it is to encourage healthy habits and routines.

When you lace up your shoes on a tired Tuesday morning, they notice. When you choose the bike ride over the couch, they notice. When you cross a finish line, they notice.

Showing up for yourself = showing up for them. Keep moving, Central Minnesota.

08/12/2026

August in Central Minnesota is genuinely beautiful. There's no better time to try something outside your usual routine.

What’s something you’ve always wanted to try, or have been thinking about lately? This is your sign to go for it.

When you discover exercise that is fun for you and feels good, you’ll be more likely to stay consistent with movement heading into the fall.

A few ideas:

🚵 Hit a local trail on your bike.
🏊 Swim at a lake just for fun! No clock, no distance goal.
🥾 Find a hiking trail you've never done.
🛶 Rent a kayak or paddleboard for an afternoon.

Find an active club near you! activecentralmn.org/community

08/10/2026

What a year:
Earth Day Run in St. Cloud in April.
Buffalo Graniteman in June.
Big Lake Graniteman in August.

Three races. Thousands of athletes. Countless early mornings, long training sessions, and finish line moments that reminded us why we do this.

To every athlete who toed the start line this year, thank you. To every volunteer who showed up before sunrise, thank you. To every sponsor, city partner, and community member who made these events possible, thank you.

Active Central MN exists because Central Minnesota shows up. ❤️

08/06/2026

Big Lake Graniteman Triathlon was a day of accomplishment and community! 🏊🚴🏃

You crossed the finish line. You swam, biked, and ran your way through Big Lake — and that is no small thing.

Thank you to every athlete, volunteer, and spectator who made Big Lake Graniteman Triathlon one for the books. We are so proud of this community. ❤️

Photos are ready for you to download! Find them at: https://active-central-mn.photohawk.com/galleries/big-lake-granite-man-triathlon-2026

08/05/2026

A moment for our sponsors! We’re grateful for their support - we couldn’t pull this off without them:

Viking Coca Cola
CentraCare/M Physician Orthopedics
Granite Partners
DeZurik

Thank you to them and to our other sponsors for all their generosity!

Address

P. O. Box 458
Waite Park, MN
56387

Website

https://activecentralmn.org/

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