Iowa · 5K
Back The Blue Pump N Run
Back The Blue Pump N Run is a 5K event held in Ames, Iowa. It was last held on October 10, 2026 and is usually run in October; the next date hasn't been announced yet.
- Usually held
- October
- Location
- Ames, IA
Race details
- Last held
- October 10, 2026
- Usually held in
- October
- Location
- Ames, Iowa
- Distances
- 5K
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open
About the Back The Blue Pump N Run
Pump, Run or Walk to Back the Blue. 5K Pump and Run a participant's score will be based on a combination of how many times he/she can bench press a % of their weight (see weight charts posted on the Facebook page for this event) & 5K race time. Pump and Run athletes can weigh in and lift between 8:00 am and 8:45 am on race day. Race to start shortly after. To calculate the score, an athlete will reduce their 5K run time by 30 seconds for each successful lift (maximum 30 reps for a maximum of 15…
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Back The Blue Pump N Run: common questions
- When is the Back The Blue Pump N Run?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in October. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Back The Blue Pump N Run held?
- In Ames, Iowa.
- What distances does the Back The Blue Pump N Run offer?
- 5K.
- How do I register for the Back The Blue Pump N Run?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Back The Blue Pump N Run?
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open. $35 (from runsignup.com, checked September 22, 2026).
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