Lace-up for a vibrant evening of fitness and community at the 4th Annual New Body Fitness 5k, hitting the streets of Tipton, IA, on Friday, June 12, 2026. This popular event offers a chip-timed 5K run/walk and a complimentary 800M Kid's Sprint, ensuring fun for all ages. Runners will navigate a scenic, hard-surface double-loop course that includes some hills, providing a balanced challenge. The start and finish lines, along with race day registration and packet pickup, are conveniently located at Niles Chiropractic, 200 E 5th Street.
Beyond the race itself, participants and spectators can immerse themselves in Tipton's "Kick-Off to Summer" celebration, hosted by the Tipton Chamber of Commerce on the courthouse square from 5 PM to 8 PM. This festive atmosphere features food vendors, games, live music, refreshing drinks, and local shopping, creating a lively backdrop for your race day experience. Typical race day conditions in mid-June in Tipton see highs around 82°F and lows around 60°F, with a 20% chance of precipitation, offering pleasant evening running weather.
Every 5K finisher will receive a medal, with additional trophies for the overall male and female champions and medals for the top three in each age group. Young athletes in the Kid's Sprint will also be celebrated with medals for the top three finishers and participation ribbons for everyone, making this a rewarding event for the whole family.
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