Run Hard Midlands
When is Run Hard Midlands?
Run Hard Midlands takes place on Monday, January 5, 2026 in Lexington, SC.
What distances does Run Hard Midlands offer?
Run Hard Midlands offers 1 event: Participant Registration.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Participant Registration | 5.0 km | $100.00 | Register |
How much does Run Hard Midlands cost?
Registration for Run Hard Midlands starts at $100.00.
Where is Run Hard Midlands held?
Run Hard Midlands is held in Lexington, SC at PO Box 2515.
About Run Hard Midlands
The Run Hard Running Team is an eight week program for Elementary and Middle Schoolers that builds confidence in kids through character value and run training. During the season, students will meet twice a week for 1 1/2 hours with a focus on endurance training and the Run Hard Core Values. Practice days for individual schools vary per location.
Archived Results
Spring 2022 Overall Results
Spring 2022 Age Group Results
Fall 2022 Results
Spring 2023 Results
Spring 2023 Team Results- Boys
Spring 2023 Team Results - Girls
Spring 2025 Team Results - Boys Division 1
Spring 2025 Team Results - Girls Division 1
Spring 2025 Team Results - Boys Division 2
Spring 2025 Team Results - Girls Division 2
Contact Us
If you are interested in starting a program at your school or in your community please contact Jesse Harmon, jesse@runhard.org (803) 414-9508.
FAQ
Question not answered? Contact Jesse@runhard.org
What is our attendance policy?
At Run Hard we want to see your child succeed. If a child misses practice, their whole team is affected because they cannot work together effectively as a team. Workouts gradually increase in difficulty, so regular attendance enables the children to build up their strength and endurance. We realize that there will be occasional, unavoidable absences. Please communicate with your coach and/or area director if you are experiencing multiple unforeseen absences. We want the final race to be a fun and injury-free experience. We ask that each final race participant have no more than three absences. This will ensure that they have adequately prepared to run hard on race day.
What should my runner bring to practice?
Your child will receive a water bottle on the first day of practice. Please have your child bring this to every practice. Wear comfortable shoes and clothes for running. Snacks will be provided during practice for each child.
What are the Run Hard CORE values?
Our core values are Peer Pressure, Perseverance, Wise Choices, Work Ethic, Leadership, Teamwork, Honesty, Respect and Honor.
When does my runner receive their t-shirt?
We want the children to see that hard work pays off. At the beginning of the season, many kids may think that a 1.5 mile run sounds very difficult. Over the course of the first few weeks, they will see how quickly their hard work pays off. Something that seemed difficult at the beginning quickly becomes a very attainable goal. On week four, the students will have 25 minutes to complete a 1.5 mile run. Once they complete that run, they will be awarded their Run Hard shirt. We encourage them to wear their hard-earned shirt the next day to school!
I would like to apply for a scholarship, how do I do that?
Please contact your area director for an application. Please ask your coach for contact information for your area director.
What is a sponsor runner?
Each Run Hard participant will be required to have a sponsor runner on race day. The sponsor runner must be at least 16 years old. Sponsor runners run or walk the 5K course with their Run Hard participant and assume responsibility for their child in the event of an injury or illness.
School List
-Email Jesse@runhard.org or Anna@runhard.org if you are interested in joining the team for the Spring '26 season-
* Schools are added as they commit for the Spring '26 season. Check back as the list is updated daily! *
Name Practice Days
ALA Tuesday/Thursday
Beechwood Middle Tuesday/Thursday
Bethel Hanberry Elementary Tuesday/Thursday
Carolina School for Inquiry Tuesday/Thursday
Carolina Springs Elementary Tuesday/Thursday
Carolina Springs Middle Tuesday/Thursday
Caughman Road Elementary Tuesday/Thursday
Centerville Elementary Tuesday/Thursday
Chapin Elementary Monday/Wednesday
Chapin Intermediate Monday/Wednesday
CrossRoads Intermediate Monday/Wednesday
Deerfield Elementary Tuesday/Thursday
East Point Academy - Elementary Monday/Wednesday
East Point Academy - Middle Monday/Wednesday
Gilbert Elementary Tuesday/Thursday
Gilbert Middle Monday/Thursday
Herbert A. Wood Elementary Tuesday/Thursday
Irmo Elementary Monday/Wednesday
Lake Murray Elementary Tuesday/Thursday
Lakeside Middle Tuesday/Thursday
Leaphart Elementary STEAM Magnet Monday/Wednesday
Lexington Elementary Tuesday/Thursday
Meadow Glen Elementary Tuesday/Thursday
Meadowfield Elementary Tuesday/Wednesday
Midway Elementary Tuesday/Thursday
New Providence Elementary Tuesday/Thursday
Northside Christian Academy MAIN Wednesday/Friday
Oak Grove Elementary Tuesday/Thursday
Oak Pointe Elementary Monday/Thursday
Pelion Elementary Tuesday/Thursday
Pleasant Hill Elementary Tuesday/Thursday
Pleasant Hill Middle Tuesday/Thursday
Red Bank Elementary Tuesday/Thursday
River Springs Elementary Wednesday
Rocky Creek Elementary Tuesday/Thursday
Rosewood Elementary Tuesday/Friday
Saluda River Academy for the Arts Tuesday/Thursday
Sanhills Elementary Tuesday/Thursday
Satchel Ford Elementary Monday/Wednesday
Saxe Gotha Elementary Tuesday/Thursday
Springdale Elementary Tuesday/Thursday
White Knoll Elementary Tuesday/Thursday
Community Groups
Lexington Community Group Monday/Wednesday
Season Info
We are gearing up for another fun season of crushing goals and building confidence! Check the dates below and make sure to register early as some of our sites do reach capacity in the first day. If you have any questions email jesse@runhard.org. This season will be AWESOME! Hope to see you on THE TEAM!
RUNNER REGISTRATION OPENS - February 1st
*RUNNER REGISTRATION PRICE INCREASES - February 16th
REGISTRATION CLOSES - March 2nd
FIRST WEEK - March 9th
RACE DATE: May 9, 2026
Location: Columbiana Mall
Start Time: 8:30 AM
Summer Bike Nights
Our summer bike nights will start June 13th and held on Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the summer. Come out and learn to ride and learn to race! Youth cycling has a large following from 5 years old all the way through college. Kids will be instructed by Jody Middleton who rode and raced in college and as a professional cyclist.
Practices will consist of instructions on how to ride a bike, how to ride better, how to perform maintenance, etc. It will be fun for all as the participants get ready to race on our race days! Practices will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Practices are voluntary and not a requirement to race. If you don't have a bike or want additional information please contact Jody Middleton, FLYWITHEAGLES11@yahoo.com. There is no fee for the program.
Location: Gilbert Baseball Complex - 619 Broad St, Leesville, SC 29070
Instructor: Jody Middleton - FLYWITHEAGLES11@yahoo.com
Schedule:
First Practice : June 13th @ 6pm
Race Days: July 11th/13th, August 1st/3rd.
Track Nights
Track nights are always a fun time during the summer. All ages are welcome to come! Participants will choose to race events from the 100 to 800 meters. Feel free to race as many events as you'd like. Track Nights are free and held at Lexington High School. Come race and enjoy post event popsicles!
Track Night dates:
June 26th, July 10th, July 26th
Upcoming Events
What is Run Hard?
Run Hard is an 8-week after school program that builds confident kids while training them to finish a 5k. We utilize character-based concepts to teach running, healthy lifestyle and life skills. The Run Hard curriculum focuses on 9 core values, Teamwork, Wise Choices, Peer Pressure, Work Ethic, Honesty, Respect, Honor, Perseverance and Leadership. Designed for 2nd-8th graders, Run Hard encourages teamwork throughout our lessons and workouts. Regardless of your athletic background or current fitness level, Run Hard will live out our motto: "build up, don't tear down."
Run Hard practices are held on elementary and middle school campuses twice a week, after school. If you are interested in starting a program at your school or want more information, please contact Jesse Harmon, jesse@runhard.org.
How can I start a team at my school? How can I start a community group?
Each Run Hard site (school and community groups) will register for the upcoming season via the website. Registration for the spring season opens January 5th and July 1st for the fall season for schools and community groups.
How can I sign my child up for the season?
Participant registration opens February 1st for the spring season and August 1st for the fall season.
Are scholarships available?
Yes! Scholarships are available for those who financially qualify. Interested families will need to email admin@runhard.org for the scholarship application.
How can my business become a sponsor?
Business sponsorships helps continue the mission of Run Hard! If you are interested and want more info please reach out to Erin Kesterson, erin@runhard.org