By Robin Burton, Economic Development Council

CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. – The Go Commando Half Marathon, 10K, 5K & Fun Run, powered by CDE Lightband will be held October 18 in Clarksville. Runners can choose from the Bootcamp Challenge 10K, Grace Dental 5k or the 13.1 miles.

Go Commando registration is now open and because of its popularity, space is filling up fast.

Go Commando is all about providing opportunities for runners of all ages, that is why we are proud to offer the Premier Medical Liberty Fun Run. For kids 10-and-under, this untimed, mile-long run encourages the younger athletes to join in the action and begins at 10 a.m.

Each Go Commando participant can choose between a coveted pair of running shorts, or Ranger Panties as we like to call them, or premium tech shirt. All those who cross the finish line will receive a finishers medal. The overall top male and female winners in the Half Marathon will receive cash prizes. Overall finishers in the Bootcamp Challenge 10k and Grace Dental 5k, and all age group top finishers, will be presented with place awards.
Registration is available at www.gocommandoclarksville.com. Prices will increase again on September 30 and no more participants will be accepted once the race is sold out.

Health and Fitness Expo
The two-day, free Health and Fitness Expo, presented by The Runners Hub, will begin on October 17 and run until the race is over on the 18th. Over 50 vendors will be on hand. If your business is interested in getting involved with the Expo email Jessica@clarksville.tn.us or call 931-245-4346. The expo is free to attend and open to the public.

Course Information
The entire event will begin and end at Liberty Park, in front of the Wilma Rudolph Event Center. The start and finish line will be located in front of the statue of famous Clarksvillian and three-time Olympic Gold Medalist, Wilma Rudolph. The half marathon amd 10k will begin at 7:30 a.m. and the 5k will begin at 8 a.m. For the safety of the runners, parking will be available outside the park, with free shuttles taking participants to the site.

Who We Support
As always, 100 percent of the proceeds from the Go Commando Half Marathon, 10K, 5K & Fun Run, powered by CDE Lightband, support local non-profit organizations. Since 2011, this event has raised over $125,000 for local community programs. The 2014 charities of choice include: Clarksville Area YMCA, Fort Campbell Historical Foundation, Green Beret Foundation, Austin Peay State University, Clarksville Association for Down Syndrome, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Courage Beyond, and more.