Research shows that participating in regular physical activity can help improve your brain health, strengthen bones and muscles, reduce the risk of disease, assist with weight management and increase your ability to do everyday activities. The Florida Department of Health in Citrus County (DOH-Citrus) is pleased to host the 11th Annual Hybrid version of the annual "Save a Heart 5K" event to get residents and visitors moving at no cost and help improve your fitness as well as your mood! Each year, DOH-Citrus hosts the no-cost event to spotlight World Heart Day (September 29), an observance held to raise awareness of the benefits of physical activity, maintaining a healthy weight and making good lifestyle choices as the best ways to prevent heart disease and stroke. Registration for the in-person AND virtual events opens Friday August 1 and closes Monday, September 16. The first 200 individuals to register will receive a commemorative T-Shirt and Swag bag! Those participating in the In-p
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12th Annual Save A Heart Hybrid 5K 2026 — Inverness, FL
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for September 13.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Inverness, FL.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
