The Mile by Impact Zone takes place on June 20, 2026, in Norwood, New Jersey, at 335 Chestnut Street. The event offers two distances: a 1-mile race and an 800-meter option, giving runners flexibility in choosing their challenge. With a typical 9:00 AM start time, you'll want to arrive early to handle registration and warm-up. Entry fees range from $25 to $30, making this an affordable local racing option. This is a straightforward running event ideal for runners targeting shorter distances or using it as a speed workout during the summer racing season.
From the Race Organizer
**Due to a conflict, the 2026 IZ Mile will be on the 2-loop course that starts and finishes near the front of Impact Zone gym** All proceeds will be donated to St. Jude's Children's Hospital. First overall male and female will each win a free pair of running shoes of their choice from Runners House in River Vale, NJ. Masters male and female with the highest age-grade % will also receive a free pair of running shoes of their choice from Runners House. First overall master male and female will each win a free pair of running shoes of their choice from Runners House in River Vale, NJ. Registration closes at midnight on 6/19 Race day sign-ups are welcome! $35 cash or credit at Impact Zone!! Raceday Schedule (subject to change) 7:30 am - on-site packet pickup 9:00 am - Marcie's Movement 1/2 Mile Soar Run 9:15 am - All women (open and masters) and any children <8:00 mile pace 9:30 am - All men (open and masters) Awards Ceremony to follow 60 minutes after the last finisher. Awards will be grab-n-go. $100 CASH prize for open men/women setting a new course record (current records listed below): Open Men (Westphal Waste Services Course) - 4:21.5 - Chris Andersen, 2024 Open Men (Shyong Dental Group Course) - TBD Open Women (Westphal Waste Services Course) - 4:54.3 - Laurel Moyer, 2025 Open Men (Shyong Dental Group Course) - TBD $100 CASH prize for masters athletes setting a new course record (current records listed below): Masters Men (Westphal Waste Services Course) - 4:40.8 - Pete Anzovino, 2024 Masters Men (Shyong Dental Group Course) - TBD Masters Women (Westphal Waste Services Course) - 5:18.6 - Courtney Decker, 2025 Masters Women (Shyong Dental Group Course) - TBD Event Age Graded Men - 93.0% - Peter Brady, 2024 Event Age Graded Women - 91.7% - Nora Cary, 2024 *Note: Masters course record prize money is determined by gun time. Athletes who set a course record time and age grading can win both $100 cash prizes $200 CASH prize for breaking an American Age Group Record ( HERE is a link to AG records) Runners' House gift cards (only applied toward shoes) for USATF Masters races: Men and Women 39 and under : 1st place - $75, 2nd place - $50, 3rd place - $25 (no double dipping) Men and Women 40-49: 1st place - $75, 2nd place - $50, 3rd place - $25 (no double dipping) Men and Women 50-59: 1st place - $75, 2nd place - $50, 3rd place - $25 (no double dipping) Men and Women 60-69: 1st place - $75, 2nd place - $50, 3rd place - $25 (no double dipping) Men and Women 70-79: 1st place - $75, 2nd place - $50, 3rd place - $25 (no double dipping) Men and Women 80-99: 1st place - $75, 2nd place - $50, 3rd place - $25 (no double dipping) Impact Zone remains open for free participants until 3:00 pm
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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Norwood, NJ.
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When is The Mile by Impact Zone 2026 — Norwood, NJ?
The Mile by Impact Zone 2026 — Norwood, NJ takes place on June 20, 2026. The race is held in Norwood, New Jersey.
Where is The Mile by Impact Zone 2026 — Norwood, NJ held?
The Mile by Impact Zone 2026 — Norwood, NJ is held at 335 Chestnut St in Norwood, New Jersey.
Where can I find hotels near The Mile by Impact Zone 2026 — Norwood, NJ?
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