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In-Person Race: April 5, 2025

Virtual Race: April 1-30, 2025

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ONE. MORE. SLEEP. The Under Armour Toronto 10K is

ONE. MORE. SLEEP.

The Under Armour Toronto 10K is finally here, and we can’t wait to welcome you out to the start line tomorrow 🔥.

We’ll be cheering you on every step of the way, so be sure to keep an eye out for our official cheer sites on course! And don’t forget to send this to your friends & family so they know where the best cheer spots are as well 🎉!

We’ll see you tomorrow 🫡.

#UAToronto10K #RaceDay

You voted, we listened. 👀 Now it’s time to o

You voted, we listened. 👀

Now it’s time to officially say hello… 👋

Meet Rockie - the newest member of the CRS team! From answering calls to breaking printers, Rockie is already making themselves at home.
They’re bold, they’re bouncy, and they’re ready to bring the hype to race day (and every day in between). 🦝

You’ll be seeing a whole lot more of Rockie this season… so get ready for high-fives, dance moves, and maybe a little race-day mischief. 🎉

#CanadaRunningSeries #RockieTheRaccoon #TorontoRunning #TorontoRaces

NEW THIS YEAR!! 🔥 We’ve been cooking some ex

NEW THIS YEAR!! 🔥

We’ve been cooking some exciting things up for this year’s race, and we can’t wait for you to see it!

First addition is our Kid Zone located in Race Central 📣. Whether you’ve got kids in the (now sold out) Kids Race, or just have your little ones coming out to cheer, come stop by our Kid Zone tent! We’ve got colouring sheets, tattoos (temporary, of course 😉), bracelets, and more!
Keep an eye out for our new CRS mascot as well!! 🦝
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And last but certainly not least, if you’re looking to give yourself a little extra push on race day, we’d like to introduce you to the UA Infinite Mile — a mid-race challenge we’re bringing to this year’s Under Armour Toronto 10K. 🌊⁠
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How it works:⁠
At the 5K mark, you’ll see signs and timing mats that mark the beginning of the UA Infinite Mile. From there, you’ve got 1 mile (1.6K) to dig deep and give it your best effort. No extra distance. Just extra effort. ⁠
This is your moment to turn on the jets and see what you’ve got. Your UA Infinite Mile split will be recorded, and we’ve got awesome prizing from Under Armour for the top finishers. Every participant will get this split, but it is completely optional to participate. If you’re in a groove and want to keep it steady, you are free to do that! Whether you’re chasing a PB or just love a good mid-race challenge, the UA Infinite Mile is here to bring the hype. Totally optional, but totally worth it. 💥⁠
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#UAToronto10K #TorontoRaces #RunningMotivation #UAInfiniteMile

🥁Introducing… #UAToronto10K Community Team Me

🥁Introducing… #UAToronto10K Community Team Member, Dekel! We chatted with him to learn a bit about his journey to pacing YOU this Saturday! 🔥

How do you mentally prepare to hit your pace on race day?
I focus on remembering the feeling. The sound of my steps, the rhythm of my breathing, and the way the scenery passes by. Those little details from training become my internal cues on race day. They help me feel if I’m going too fast or too slow. It’s about trusting the work I’ve put in and listening to my body.

Do you get more nervous pacing or racing for yourself?
I definitely get more nervous when I’m pacing. I always feel a bit of pre-race nerves, but there’s an extra weight when others are relying on me. I don’t want to let anyone down. My nightmare scenario, though it’s never happened, is needing an emergency porta potty stop mid-race.

What’s something people don’t realize about pacing?
It’s actually really fun and incredibly rewarding. I’ve had so many runners come up after a race to thank me for helping them hit their goal time. Those moments mean the world to me. It’s a different kind of medal, one I carry in my heart.

What’s your proudest moment as a pacer?
My proudest moment was standing at the front of the corral, holding my pace sign, looking around at nervous runners, and saying, “I got you.” To feel that trust and be able to offer some calm in those pre-race jitters, that’s when I truly felt the honour of pacing.

What’s your running story?
I used to be that once-a-year 10K runner who would sign up for the next distance just because the last one went surprisingly well, only to blow up mid-race with zero clue about fueling or training. Everything changed when I found the running community. I started showing up to run crews, doing workouts, destination runs, and just having fun with it all. I got stronger and faster, but more importantly, I found my people. Running gave me more than fitness. It gave me connection, joy, and purpose. And now pacing is how I try to give some of that back.

Don’t forget to look for @dekelchui pacing the 50 minute crowd 🤩! And if you run with @runtobeer, you’ll probably catch him there as well 👀!

#TorontoRunning

🏃‍♀️ Race week is here, and it’s time t

Introducing your 2025 Pacer Team for the #UAToront

Introducing your 2025 Pacer Team for the #UAToronto10K! 🚨🏃

They’ve got the signs and the steady pace to help you chase whatever goal you’ve set. 👏

📣 Spot your pace group at the start line — and let them do the clock-watching so you can do the running!

Who’s following a pacer this year? 👇

#RaceDayReady #TorontoRunning #PacerSquad

So excited to announce this year’s elite lineup

So excited to announce this year’s elite lineup for the Under Armour Toronto 10K! 💥

Women’s Race 🔥:
Salome Nyirarukundo is returning to run on June 14th. For the past two years, Nyirarukundo has placed second at the Under Armour Toronto 10K, so she’ll be reaching for that top step on the podium in 2025 🏆. Competing against Nyirarukundo is Pan Am Games marathon bronze medalist, Rachel Hannah, who has finished third at the Under Armour Toronto 10K the past two years. Kylee Raftis will also be joining them after placing as the top Canadian finisher at this year’s Boston Marathon - finishing one second before Hannah, with a time of 2:34:41. Philes Ongori, Brittany Moran, and Teagan Robertson will also be battling against Salome, Rachel, and Kylee in the women’s race.

Men’s Race 🏁:
Lee Wesselius will also be back after placing third at the Under Armour Toronto 10K last year. He’s familiar with the flat, fast course, and will be challenged by 2022 Canadian Cross Country Champion, Connor Black. Thomas Nobbs, Robert Kanko, and Alex Cyr are also joining us in the Men’s Race on June 14th 👀.

Looking to join in on the action? Check out our elites athletes and cheer them on at one of our official cheer sites (see last slide)! 📣

For more information on our Elite field, check out the link in our bio or our blog at canadarunningseries.com ✨

#UAToronto10K #TorontoRunning #EliteRunners #RaceDay

Everyone, meet Georgina! 👋 We chatted with #UA

Everyone, meet Georgina! 👋

We chatted with #UAToronto10K Community Team member, Georgina, who told us a little bit about her running journey! If you see her around on race day, be sure to say hi!! ❤️

How did you get into running?
I got into running during Covid very intermittently. I remember the first run I did, I couldn’t even last 800m. I felt defeated but wanted to keep training. During the pandemic, I ran 6k without stopping for the first time in my life. I remember filling up with tears and happiness from seeing what my body could do and how I could push it to the limit. Then I got to the point in my training where I felt like I was floating and nothing could stop me!

If you could give any piece of advice for someone who’s nervous to start running, what would it be?
Start slow! Don’t even wear a watch or track your run. 🏃 there is NOTHING wrong with going slow and finding a pace that you can sustain and that you enjoy. Put on your favorite songs, and take breaks whenever you want.

Describe your go-to running playlist in 3 words?
Iconic, Bold, and Fierce 💅

What are you most excited for at the UA Toronto 10K?
I’m most excited for the UA infinite mile! The concept of giving it your all midway through the race is motivating and it will be the first time I’ve ever done a mid-race challenge. I love the idea that you’re pushing your own limit, against yourself. I can’t wait for the energy at the UA Toronto 10K, and always love CRS events as they are always top notch! See you June 14! 🫶

We’re not trying to start a panic here, but ther

We’re not trying to start a panic here, but there are less than 100 spots left in the 10K! 🚨

Don’t say we didn’t warn you!

Register via the link in our bio, or on canadarunningseries.com ✨

P.s. if you aren’t able to secure a spot before sellout, read more on the next slide to avoid scammers!

ICYMI: The Under Armour Toronto 10K is introducing

ICYMI: The Under Armour Toronto 10K is introducing a new wheelchair division on Saturday, June 14th! 🔥

This expansion underscores our commitment to ensuring that athletes of all abilities have equal opportunity to participate and compete.

Be sure to come out and cheer on all participants. The adaptive race starts at 7:25am on Saturday, June 14th on Lake Shore Blvd. W (just west of Ontario Dr.). 📣

A Wheelchair Division will be also be included at the Vancouver Half Marathon on June 22nd, as well as the TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon on October 19th. 🤩

For more information on our Wheelchair Division, click on the link in our bio, or check out our blog on canadarunningseries.com ✨

We can’t wait! 💪

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