WGBA -Bellin Run Sets Record
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One of the most anticipated summer events, the Bellin Run, was held today in Green Bay. Nearly 17,000 racers took part, a record for the Bellin's 33-year history.
Runners, walkers, wheelchair racers and kids were competing in the 10K for a variety of reasons.
"My wife had breast cancer so I do it for her," explained Tom Schrank of De Pere. "I look at all the suffering and pain she went through with chemo and she never gave up. This is a small price to pay, running the Bellin or a marathon, with all the pain she put up with."
"It's really fun. It helps clear your mind," said Alexandra Spicer of Green Bay, who ran the race with her Dad.
Jill Wienkes of Appleton, the newest member of the "Fab 40 Club", ran the race with other club members as a way to celebrate. "Today is my 40th birthday. Now the world knows and I'm embracing it!"
The biggest motivation for running the race, however, was health. "It helps me stay physically fit and feel better," said Pat Loomis of De Pere. "It helps me control my weight."
NBC26 found some runners feeling a little pain after the race.
"It was hard," Zach Jones of Pulaski laughed.
"I don't feel too bad. I'll just be sore for about a week," Eric Frantz of Oconto told us.
But runners say the pain is worth it. "It's great exercise. I'm 65 and I want to keep going," joked Tom Carroll of Waupaca.
For those on the sidelines who think they just can't do the 10K, Tim Lindloff, a runner from Manitowoc, offered this advice... "Anybody can do this. Even guys in wheelchairs do this. People pushing strollers. It's not about your time. It's just doing it, getting out, getting some exercise. It's a great event."
