Runners tackle ‘Let Her Run' road race in Madison
MADISON, Conn. (WTNH) — Runners took to the pavement in Madison on Sunday for the Let Her Run road race.
The annual five-mile race celebrates fitness, community and powerful women, while promoting women's safety while running.
Greater New Haven Heart walk sees 500 participants
Organizers say the Let Her Run race tries to foster a sense of community and a safe environment.
'This is more of a race where we can empower ourselves, so we can get out there, have fun with each other, have fun with each other, celebrate each other,' said Debby Valin of Woodbridge. 'It's going to be a great course on the water, a flat course, fast course, and all these women out here on Mother's Day, it's so exciting to see, just going out, having fun, celebrating each other.'
Runners could enjoy live music and post-run mimosas after tackling the five-mile course.
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