Beat the Heat 5K

Beat the Heat 5K Beat the Heat 5K, Youth Mile, Fun Run, and Elite 5K races will be held on July 12, 2025! 5K Road Race and One Mile Family Fun Run

Since 2017, Cook Medical has been more than just the Presenting Sponsor of Beat the Heat - they’ve been a true partner i...
05/14/2026

Since 2017, Cook Medical
has been more than just the Presenting Sponsor of Beat the Heat - they’ve been a true partner in helping our race grow and thrive.

From marketing and graphic design support, to volunteers, to employees showing up on race day as participants and team members, Cook Medical continues to invest in our running community in meaningful ways year after year.

Their commitment helps make Beat the Heat more than a race — it creates a fun, energetic employee engagement experience while supporting a healthier and more connected community.

Thank you, Cook Medical, for your incredible partnership and for helping make every Beat the Heat special since 2017! 🔥🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Cook Medical


















05/07/2026

🏃‍♀️✨ Big Update for the Cook Medical Beat the Heat 5K! ✨🏃‍♂️

Our “Fundraisers” are now officially called Charity Runners!

We heard feedback that the previous name was a little confusing, so we’re making it simpler and more exciting:

💙 Charity Runner = someone who registers for the race AND raises funds for a local charity partner.

Same great mission.
Same powerful impact.
Just a better name.

Why become a Charity Runner?
✅ Support a local nonprofit you care about
✅ Help grow community impact through running
✅ Earn awesome incentives:
• Raise $200+ → Get your race registration refunded
• Raise $300+ → Twin City Track Club donates an extra $100 to your charity
• Top 5 Charity Runners win ASICS running shoes 👟

The response so far has been incredible:
🔥 290+ registrations
🔥 150+ team members across 20+ teams
🔥 $1,200+ already raised for local charities

There are still more than 2 months until race day — plenty of time to join the movement and make an impact!

Learn more and become a Charity Runner today. See links in bio.












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Beat the Heat is off to a blazing start.🏃 Registration is running at more than 2x the pace of prior years👟 Over 20 race ...
05/05/2026

Beat the Heat is off to a blazing start.

🏃 Registration is running at more than 2x the pace of prior years
👟 Over 20 race teams are already in
💙 We’re already 12% of the way to our charity fundraising goal
🤝 More than 30 sponsors are helping make this an unforgettable race experience

This is more than a 5K.
It’s a summer tradition, a community celebration, and this year, a race with even more purpose.

Don’t wait to join the momentum!
Race information at https://www.bth5k.org/

04/07/2026

You’re already putting in the miles… why not make them count for more?

Turn your Beat the Heat 5K into something bigger by becoming a fundraiser. It’s quick to set up—and every step you take helps support local charities.

🎯 Set a goal
🤝 Rally your friends
❤️ Give back while you run

Let’s see what this running community can do.


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Beat the heat registration is now open!- Register today (link in profile)- Join or build a team- Fundraisers for local n...
04/01/2026

Beat the heat registration is now open!
- Register today (link in profile)
- Join or build a team
- Fundraisers for local nonprofits

Start your race journey today!!!

Congrats to Beat the Heat 5K winners Andrew and Tristin Colley for a repeat performance at the Crazy 8 races last night!...
07/20/2025

Congrats to Beat the Heat 5K winners Andrew and Tristin Colley for a repeat performance at the Crazy 8 races last night! A true power couple in the world of road racing!
ZAP Endurance
Twin City Track Club

07/12/2025

Beat the Heat is currently on an official 15 minute delay due to the weather. 

Good afternoon, runners: This series introducing Elite race runners for Saturday night’s Cook Medical Beat the Heat 5K a...
07/11/2025

Good afternoon, runners: This series introducing Elite race runners for Saturday night’s Cook Medical Beat the Heat 5K at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds has reached the finish line. The Elite races for men and women will serve as the Road Runners Club of America state championship events.

You can still sign up to volunteer or participate in the Twin City Track Club's open Beat the Heat 5K at BTH5K.org. The lineup also includes a Family Fun Run, Youth Mile Race, 5K Walk and 5K Race.

Let’s meet the final Elite competitor in our series!

MAX WILDE
Residence
Chapel Hill
Superlatives
Marathon: 2:38:33, Boston Marathon, 2025
15K: 51:42, Gate River 15K, 2025
Half marathon: 1:16:08, Cary Greenways Half Marathon, 2025
Pre-race fueling
English Muffin, banana, honey
Post-race celebrating
Watermelon
Favorite course
Boston Marathon
When I'm not running
Traveling, hosting a podcast, strength training, pickleball, hiking
Favorite workout
Fartlek run
Must-have gear
Nathan Handheld Soft Flask Water Bottle
Favorite thing about Beat the Heat
"Competitive."
Follow me
on Instagram

Best of Winston
Ainsley's Angels in North Carolina
Girls on the Run of the Greater Piedmont

Hi runners: Two more Elite race runners to profile today before Saturday’s Cook Medical Beat the Heat 5K at the Winston-...
07/11/2025

Hi runners: Two more Elite race runners to profile today before Saturday’s Cook Medical Beat the Heat 5K at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds. The Elite races for men and women will serve as the Road Runners Club of America state championship events.

It’s not too late to sign up to volunteer or participate in the Twin City Track Club's open Beat the Heat 5K at BTH5K.org. The lineup also includes a Family Fun Run, Youth Mile Race, 5K Walk and 5K Race.

Let’s meet another Elite competitor!

JACK AHO
Residence
Charlotte
Coach
Alex Ostberg
Colleges
University of Michigan, 2021
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 2023
Superlatives
5K: 13:31, BU Sharon Colyear Danville Season Opener, 2022
10K: 28:53, Raleigh Relays, 2022
Half marathon: 62:53, Houston Half Marathon, 2025
Two-time NCAA cross country All-America
Pre-race fueling
Pizza
Favorite course
American To***co Trail
When I'm not running
"Spending time with family and friends, being outside, and watching sports."
Favorite workout
"Repeat miles"
Must-have gear
"Good running socks"
About Beat the Heat
"First time racing BTH."
Follow me
on Instagram

Best of Winston
Ainsley's Angels in North Carolina
Girls on the Run of the Greater Piedmont

Hi runners: Three more Elite race runners to profile today before Saturday’s Cook Medical Beat the Heat 5K at the Winsto...
07/11/2025

Hi runners: Three more Elite race runners to profile today before Saturday’s Cook Medical Beat the Heat 5K at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds. The Elite races for men and women will serve as the Road Runners Club of America state championship events.

It’s not too late to sign up to volunteer or participate in the Twin City Track Club's open Beat the Heat 5K at BTH5K.org. The lineup also includes a Family Fun Run, Youth Mile Race, 5K Walk and 5K Race.

Time to meet another Elite competitor!

TRISTIN COLLEY
Residence
Blowing Rock
Team
ZAP Endurance
Coach
Peter Rea
College
Appalachian State, 2017
Superlatives
Marathon: 2:25:58, Chicago Marathon, 2023
Road 10K: 32:34, New York, 2023
5,000 meters track: 15:42, California, 2023
Ran the 2025 Boston Marathon in 2:26
Top five American in New York City Marathon, 2024
Pre race fueling
"Pasta, of course."
Post-race celebrating
"Ice cream in a waffle cone."
Favorite course
Moses Cone Park in Blowing Rock
When I'm not running
Reading and hiking
Favorite workout
"Long runs!"
Must-have gear
Swiftwick socks
Favorite thing about Beat the Heat
"The tight community and fun atmosphere."
Follow me
on Instagram
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Best of Winston
Ainsley's Angels in North Carolina
Girls on the Run of the Greater Piedmont

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