#5kMay2024 CHECK-IN #1
CONGRATULATIONS for signing up for the 5k Every Day in the Month of May 2024 Challenge!! That is the first step. Now we need to to officially check in by leaving a comment on this blog post, answering the following questions:
- What is your name?
- Where do you currently live?
- Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge before?
- Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year?
- Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? If so, which ones?
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Mark
Holmesville ohio
Haven’t missed one yet.
Because I’ve always done it.
I plan to do the extras
Willis Yoder
Millersburg Ohio
I have done this race before
This gets me out for exercise!
Mayhem and photo challenge.
Jaden
ohio
kinda
to start running again
mayhem
Bekah Nofziger
San Jose, Costa Rica
First time
Rachel Penner
Greeley, CO
First time!
I’m always down for a challenge
Planning on doing the scripture challenge and 5k mayhem
William Matson
Akron Ohio
This is my first time
Gonna get my ass in shape
I’m interested in the scripture challenge too
1. Eric
2. Canton, GA
3. Nope.
4. Because Caleb told me to.
5. Just the mileage.
Elliot Smith
Roswell New Mexico
First Time
Brother has always wanted me to do it and my friends and parents are doing it
Not doing any extra challenges this year
I don’t know how to do a separate comment so I will just reply.
My name is Sarah!
I’m from Pittsburgh PA
It is my first time
I am doing it with a few other friends. 🙂
I am going to do the scripture and photo challenges!
Creola
Pennsylvania
First time
Fun to do
Reading 3 chapters every day
#1 Michael Hostetler.
#2 Fredericksburg.
#3 Yes.
#4 I enjoy the challenge and need the motivation.
#5 I plan to do some of extra challenges.
Kayla Myers
Massillon
Yes
It’s a challenge I don’t think I could do once and now I’m in my third year
I do the scripture reading extra
Beth Stauffer
Pennsylvania
No
A friend suggested it and I need the accountability to move more
Yes, the scripture reading, and the photo challenge. I’m hoping to be able to Mayhem, but we’ll see.
Nancy Welch
Polk, Oh
4 years
Enjoy the challenge need to get back into shape like the podcast
I’ll try to do the scripture readings will not be doing the mayhem
Hi Nancy! Awesome to see you’re doing this! Have fun! Hope you’re well!
Randy Townley
Concord TWP, OH
I participated last year, but did it the year before not knowing there was an amazing group like this.
I am participating because I love a good challenge!
I will participate in bonus challenges for which I have the extra time.
1. Kim Conaway
2. Findlay, OH
3. Yes, 2nd year
4. Love the accountability of challenges
5. Will do Bible Challenge
Jaxson Troyer
Kidron
Nope
To see if I can do it
I will try and do the reading challenge
1#Kendrick Hershberger
2#Fredericksburg
3#Yes
4#I enjoy the challenge
5#No I do not
1. JoJo Cole
2. Indianapolis IN
3. My first time.
4. I’m trying to be healthier
5. I’m going to try!
#1 Jacob Troyer
#2 Kidron, Ohio
#3 Yes
#4 I enjoy the daily challenge
#5 I am planning on doing some extra challenges
1 Rob Wash
2 Ashland OH
3 Yes
4 kick start training for the Columbus half
5 maybe some of the photos but not mayhem
1.Sara Raber
2.Millersburg Ohio
3.No
4.I need to get more exercise and this will hold me accountable.
5.I plan on doing the Bible reading challenge
Freda Miller
Sugarcreek Oh
First time
Accountability to exercise!
Not participating in the rest
1)Esta Mast
2)Walhonding OH
3)First year
4)to challenge myself in exercising more
5) scripture reading
1 Betty Dean
2 Loudonville Ohio
3 always done it
4 I enjoy the reading
5 plan to do the extra
Jennifer Henderhan
Louisville, Ohio
Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge? YES
Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year? I ENJOY A GOOD CHALLENGE 😃
Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? If so, which ones? PHOTO AND MAYHEM
Becky Poling
Hurricane, WV
No, first one!
Recommendation from a friend
Scripture and photos
1 Radley West
2 Columbia SC
3 first timer here
4 I needed a challenge to get me running again
5 I plan to do all the bonus challenges
Ivana Yoder
Apple Creek
My first time
I was encouraged to participate by a friend
I am going to participate in the Bible reading challenge and the daily photo challenge
Mikayla Deiotte
Massillon
Yes!
Using this to get back into running.
I’m participating in the Bible reading!
Jared Jenkins
Olathe, Ks
This is my 3rd year
I love the exercise and listening to the podcast when I walk.
Scripture reading
Hooah!! Team Seitz is here too bro!! ⚔️🛡✝️🛡⚔️
1 Linda Miller
2 shreve Ohio
3 Yes
4 I enjoy the challenge
5 The Mayhem
1. Michelle Knox
2. Fredericksburg
3. Yes
4. For the motivation and accountability
5. The photo challenge
Yay
Gretchen Tracy
Loudonville OH
Third year of 5kmay
Participate because I may be crazy adding two fitness challenges to the busiest month of the year.
I will do the scripture podcasts. Considering giving mayham a go bit looks like I may have to work.
1 Radley West
2 Columbia SC
3 first timer here
4 I needed a challenge to get me running again
5 I will be doing all the bonus challenges
1) Lyn Cooke
2) Bradner_OH
3) Nope
4) Extra push trying to improve speed
5) All but 5k mayhem I am too slow to get in a 5k every hour and don’t think I could walk/run 12 continuous hours to complete.
Gavyn
Kidron, OH
No
I wanted to try it out.
Scripture challenge
What is your name? Belita
Where do you currently live? Wooster
Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge before? No
Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year? My husband told me about it and I love to challenge myself
Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? If so, which ones? Scripture
1. Loretta Lambright
2. Fredericksburg, Ohio
3. yes
4. I wouldn’t want to miss it. It challenges me and I love it!
5. bible reading challenge. won’t make the mayhem this year….I can’t believe it as I usually tackle that challenge but it won’t work out this year
Thanks a lot Jeff for all that you are doing for us!
Katie Yoder
Wooster
Yes
For discipline, to get outside, and to accomplish some goals!
I will be doing the Bible challenge, possibly the photo challenge, but NOT mayhem 😆
1. Paul Mullet
2. Mt. Eaton Ohio
3.Yes
4. Get in better daily routine of being active
5. Scripture bonus
1. Heidi Hartzler
2. Orrville Ohio
3.I have participated before this might be year 6
4. I love the motivation and accountability
5. No mayhem, I love the Bible reading podcast and phot challenge is fun!
1. CJ
2. westerville
3. Yes
4. For the motivation and accountability
5. The photo challenge
1) Mayra Gaspar
2) Atlanta, GA
3) No
4) I need the challenge
5) Bible reading podcast
1. Mitchell Yoder
2. West Salem, OH
3. No
4. Good way my wife and I can do something extra outside and spend time
5. No I am not
Pam Cochran
Jackson Twp, Ohio
I have participated for the past several years
I love the challenge and the accountability
The scripture reading and blog posts are a welcome addition to the challenge, no mayhem, maybe some year! 😀
Kim Seese
Canal Fulton, OH
I think this is attempt #4
Love a fun challenge so why not?!?!
Photo challenge for sure and we’ll see about the rest
1. Joleen Detweiler
2. Fredericksburg Ohio
3. Yes
4. Accountability
5. Scripture challenge
● Jay Miller
● Sugarcreek OH
● Yes, second year
● To to get out and run more
● Scripture reading and 5K Mayhem
1. Jennifer Martin
2. Louisville, KY
3. This will be my first year participating
4. Love a good challenge!
5. will also be completing the scripture reading
Regina Dickes
Canton
3rd time participant (this is the year I complete it)
Motivation and getting in a routine
Bible reading and photo challenge
Marty Phillips
Etown, Georgia
This is my 4th 5k May
Doing it with a group of men, ready for some consistency and discipline
Scripture, podacst, , photo, maybe mayhem (we shall see)
Walhonding Ohio
First time doing the challenge!
Need motivation to get started exercising again!
Will be doing scripture reading.
Connie Mayle
Massillon OH
This is my 4th Year for the Challenge.
I may try the photo challenge this year.
Good Luck Everyone. 😀
Kelli Dilver
Westerville, OH
This is my 1st 5k a day in May challenge
I wanted to challenge myself
I plan to do the photo challenge also, if I can find what the prompt is…
1. Kris Borntreger
2. Apple Creek
3. I’ve participated twice before
4. I like the challenge, and community aspect.
5. Bible reading and photo 😁
Myron Shoup
Brewster, OH
Yes, I participated last year
To provide additional motivation to move more and lose a little weight
Scripture reading
Duane Byler
Winesburg OH
This is my 3rd year 5k May
Enjoy the challenge
Scripture, podcast, and possibly mayhem
Brandon Adams
Roswell NM
First time!
Inspiration from Jon smith and accountability
I plan on participating In the photo challenge and the scripture challenge
Karen Alexander
Millersburg, OH
Yes
It’s fun, and I talked some other friends into it, so I have to.
Scripture reading and photo challenge.
Justin Gillander
Spring City, PA
First time
Friend challenged me to do so
Just the Verse one
Judah Hershberger
Dalton, OH
No
I’m doing it with a friend
No
1. Ric Poolman
2. This year I’m living in Singapore
3. Last year was my first time when I was living in ChiangMai Thailand.
4. Last year I used it as motivation to start exercising and make it a habit. I kept running very week since then and lost weight and lowered my blood pressure. This year I turn 60 and want to keep running to try and stay healthy and I find your podcast motivational.
5. Listen to podcast and I may try mayhem.
1) Terri Desautels
2) Dayton, ME
3) Yes, it’s my 4th challenge
4) It’s fun and I enjoy it
5) scripture reading and photo challenge
Lisa Baker
Gambier, Ohio
This is my 5th year 5k everyday
This is such a good goal, motivates me to run more, join friends in the challenge and have fun!
Planning on doing the scripture everyday, maybe try the photos ☺️
Gretchen Tracy
Loudonville OH
3rd year
May is our busiest month of the year so why not do 2 fitness challenges also.
Scripture reading. Maybe mayhem but it looks like I will have to work.
Get it girl!
Tanya Anderson. Lakeville Ohio.
3rd year participating
It’s a great way to enjoy the outdoors and get my Cardio in
Podcast, scripture reading and maybe photo.
Jamey Mansberger
Huntingdon, PA
My 3rd
Fun and fellowship with friends
Photo challenge and scripture
Lindsay Elchert
Findlay Ohio
Yes, 3rd year
Motivation
No
Becky Blackford
Canton, OH
I’m pretty sure this is my 4th year, maybe 5th
This challenge has been a fun way to keep me moving and deal with the end-of-school year-stress!
I don’t think I’ll be able to fully complete any of the extra challenges, but I’m hoping to participate in some of them
Phillip Doran
Lula, Ga
3rd time
Fellowship and challenging myself
Mayhem
1. Joleen Detweiler
2. Fredericksburg Ohio
3. Yes
4. Accountability
5. Scripture challenge
Morgan Roberts
Utica, Ohio
This is my 1st year. This will keep me motivated and it’s always more fun with your friends.
Scripture & photos challenge
Kristina Miller
Apple Creek OH
First time
Need the motivation
Scripture reading
Reuben Miller
Port Washington Ohio
This is the first time
I enjoy running so why not
Planning on doing the scripture reading challenge.
Tasha Yoder
Sanford, FL
No
I have wanted to participate for years and always forget! And thought it would be a good discipline.
Yes, scripture reading and photo challenge!
Patti Sprang
Perrysville, Ohio
Year 3!
Keeps me moving, reminds me to be thankful
No
Ed Anderson Lakeville Ohio 3rd year. Podcast, scripture. Great exercise and fun
Alli Anne
Ohio
Yes
This is where my ministry sprang from and I’ve been struggling with going forward so I’m praying this will remind me why I started.
Haha. Why all of them of course.
Thresa Venables
Wooster Ohio
Participated a few times
It’s just fun accountability
Hoping to do all challenges (Mayhem may be the exception because of graduation)
Let’s Go!!!
Katrina Wise
Atwater Ohio
Yes
Keep myself accountable and be healthy mentally and physically
I do plan on doing the extra challenges
-Tasha Yoder
-Sanford, FL
-No
-Accountability & I’ve always wanted to but when May rolls around I forget!
-Photo & scripture challenge!
Ed Anderson Lakeville ohio. 3rd year. Podcast and scripture. Fun way to get my exercise in
Marilyn Hershberger
Sugarcreek OH
No
I want the push to get more exercise
No extras one thing at a time
Brandon Adams
Roswell New Mexico
First time!
Motivated by Jon smith, and accountability
I plan to participate in the photo challenge and the scripture challenge.
Michelle Shane
Dalton, Ohio
I have done this before, but missed the last two years due to surgeries.
I need the daily routine!
I may try some of the challenges🤷♀️
Jake Troyer
Baltic,Oh
Yes
Challenge mentally and physically
Yes
1. Jesse Love
2. Spotsylvania, Virginia
3. First Year
4. Accountability & Fresh Air
5. Maybe Baby!
Missi shellenbarger
Mount Vernon OH
This is my 4th year of 5k a day in the month of may!
I enjoy the challenge and commitment! I love doing it with friends!
I want to try to keep up with the scriptures this year!
Jennifer
Ohio
No
Idk
No
Yeah!! So glad to do this again with you! Miss you!
Timothy Miller
Sugarcreek, Ohio
This is my second year
I love the challenge and the accountability
I plan on doing the mayhem
Jake T
Baltic Ohio
Yes
For the challenge mentally and physically
Yes
Joe Troyer
Baltic Ohio
Yes
It’s a good daily challenge mentally and physically
Plan on doing some extra challenges
Chris Bartley
Pikeville, KY
First time trying it.
I’m doing the scripture challenge as well.
Got my first on in this morning and ready to go.
Bill Lake
Wooster
Yes
Good fit to accomplish cardio requirements with this chapter of Fight Club Men’s Ministry
Yes. Reading of The Bible
Annie McDowell
Wooster, Ohio
This will be my 4th year of 5K May!
I love doing this challenge every May. It is a great accountability challenge. Looking forward to completing this challenge with my sister and sister in law this year!
I’ll be doing the daily scripture challenge.
Allison Prosser
Oswego NY
First time!
I love a fun challenge to keep me motivated to move!
I’ll be trying the bonus challenges!
Billie Bartley
Pikeville, Ky
First time! Participate
To motivate me to workout daily
Yes! The scripture reading.
1- Samantha
2- North Ridgeville OH
3- Nope, never
4- I’m coming back from an injury and so ready to move my body and crush a challenge!
5- Unsure. I would like to do the 5kMayhem but I am scheduled to work 🙁
1. Sheri Hartman
2. Medina, OH
3. Yes
4. I love this time every year. It is an opportunity for me to walk and connect with my husband and enjoy the beautiful spring landscape.
5. I will complete the daily scripture podcast. Also going to try Mayhem.
Jake Troyer
Baltic Ohio
Yes
For the challenge
Yes
Kelli Dilver
Westerville, OH
This is my first 5k a day in May challenge
I wanted to challenge myself
I will be do the scripture and photo challenge also!
Ryan Grimshaw
Wooster
Many years now!
I love the daily challenge
I will be doing the scripture reading.
Kristina Miller
Apple Creek OH
No, first time
Need the motivation
Scripture reading
Victor Gaspar
Atlanta, GA
This my first 5kMay
Spiritual Fitness
Scripture daily
Perri Anne Bentley
I live in Irmo, SC.
I have never participated in this before.
I decided to participate because I love to walk & I used to walk every day, but somewhere along the way, other things began to take precedence, so I’m using this as an opportunity to give myself a kick-start. The best part is the accountability piece!
I am not planning on participating in the bonus accountability options at this time.
Amy Mast
Apple Creek
3 years ( I think!)
Motivation!!
Scripture and Mayhem
Charlie Schar
Wooster ohio
First year
I will be doing the daily reading
Renee Cleaver
Delphi, Indiana
Yes
I needed a motivation to get out and walk again and something to keep me accountable!
I will read the scriptures to keep my mind motivated as well!
Katherine (Cassie) Chance
Wooster, OH
Yes
I love the challenge…the podcast…the group and the Polens
I will be doing the bonus challenges but probably not mayhem this year
Ronni Points
Citra, Fl
First timer!
Sheri was very inspiring!
Still deciding on bonus challenges
Traci Schar
Wooster, Ohio
This is my second year.
I love the challenge and I’m excited my husband is joining me this year!
Yes, reading the Bible.
Victor Gaspar
Atlanta, GA
First time
Spiritual Fitness
Daily scripture
1. Mike Yoder
2. Accident, Md
3. Yes, I have completed 2 previous years.
4. Its beautiful this time of year! Helps challange me to stick to something that Ive commited to.
5. I will be participating in the scripture reading.
Beth Stanley
Galena, OH
First time participating.
I thought it would be a fun way to connect with others and commit to movement.
I’m planning to do the photo challenge and scripture challenge as well.
Shana Milligan
Ashland, ME
Yes
Challenges with teams always help keep me encouraged.
Scripture reading yes, daily pictures I would like to but not sure where to find it. Mayhem not this year 🫣
Becky Poling
Hurricane, WV
No, first one
Friend recommendation
Scripture, photos
Tammy Steele
Poland, OH
This my first year
I like a challenge
Photo challenge
Alex Troyer
Kidron, Ohio
No, 1st timer
Motivation to start running…and my wife and kids signed up
Yes I am planning on doing the scripture challenge
Duane Detweiler
Apple Creek Oh
First try
Hopefully develop a good habit
Bible reading
Christina Lorson
Wooster OH
3rd year
Appreciate my friend group and accountability.
Doing Bible but not photo or Mayhem
Michonda Ramseyer Sterling Ohio 2nd time enjoy doing it with my kids scripture challenge
Grant Ramseyer Sterling Ohio 1st time want to get in better shape scripture challenge
Olivia Ramseyer Sterling Ohio 2nd time likes to run scripture challenge
Joel Ramseyer Sterling Ohio 1st time wants to join in no challenges
Lacey Holt
Smithville, Ohio
Yes
As a family we’re doing the challenge, and it’s fun!
Adding the scripture challenge this year
Eric Brown
Virginia
Yes, completed in 22 and got half way last year before plantar fasciitis took me out
Hoping to get back in the routine
I do as many of the photo challenges as I can and listen to the pods
1-Grace Conrow
2-Creston, Ohio
3-No I have not
4-My track and XC teammate Eilash
5-yes, pictures everyday
Brian Rockwell
Toccoa, GA
First time
A friend invited me to do this.
Photo a day, if I can find what to do.
Brian Beachy
Sugarcreek, Ohio
Yes
I don’t have any races scheduled in the near future and I needed some motivation.
Scripture reading
1. Caleb Cody
2. Woodstock, GA
3. Yes, last year
4. Good for the mind body and spirit, helps me with overall discipline
5. I will be doing the daily scripture reading
Clara Wolf
Dalton, OH
Yes, last year.
I like running with friends
I plan to do the photo challenge
1
Drew Hostetler
Fredericksburg, OH
Yes
Accountability to run daily.
No bonus challenges
1. Lisa livingston
2. Inwood, wv
3. This is year 2
4. I love the accountability and the encouragement to listen to scripture
5. Yes, Bible reading/listening, and photo challenge. Maybe I’ll do a version of the 5k Mayhem…
Victoria Yoder
Dundee, Ohio
First time participating!
Wanted to do a fun fitness challenge to kickstart my running for the summer.
Still deciding on the bonus challenges.
Tammy Steele
Poland, OH
this is my first year
I like a challenge
photo challenge
1. Vanessa Sanders
2. Wooster, Ohio
3. No, firstt time
4. To help get me back in the groove!
5. No
Lisa Squires
Dover, OH
Yes
Trying to get up to a run a day again.
No bonus
1. Rochelle Tilford
2. Butler, Ohio
3. This is my 2nd year
4. To get back into running daily
5. No extra challenges
1. Chris Whittington
2. Louisville KY
3. No
4. It’s a good challenge
5. No
1.) Candace
2.) Wooster, Oh
3.) yes, 2 years
4.) Need something to motivate me again!
5.) yes on scripture reading
1. Darren Dunavan
2. Toccoa, Ga
3. Completed 2020 (unregistered) 2021 and 2022. Sat out last year due to injury and I’M BACK this year!!!!
4. Because it’s in my blood now!!
5. Yes, daily podcast, reading, daily photo, and maybe the mayhem…
Alisa
Canton
This is my first time
My friend
No
1. Shauna Kreger
2. Shreve, OH
3. No, this is my first
4. I’m looking forward to challenging myself
5. Scripture reading
Kristin White
Dalton, Ohio
I have done it several years.
Fun camaraderie and discipline and encouragement to make a routine of activity.
Some of the extra challenges.
Reece Oldham
Austin, TX
Yes
To get out and about postpartum
Yes, the picture challenge!
Remy
Orrville, OH
No, first time
Sounds like a fun challenge
I’ll be doing the scripture reading challenge
1 Maureen Shear
2 North Olmsted Ohio
3. No, first year
4. Health challenge
5. Scripture challenge
1. Kallie Pope
2. Arkansas City, Ks
3. Yes
4. It’s good for me
5. Not sure
1. Grace
2. Sugarcreek OH
3. Yes my 4th year
4. The challenge is motivating
5. No
Mark Oldham
Austin, TX
Yes
At this point it’s part of our yearly routine and practices
Yes, the picture challenge!
1-Grace Conrow
2-Creston, Ohio
3-No
4-My XC and track teammate, Eilash
5-Yes, picture taking probably
Chad
Winston Salem, NC
Yes, last year
To push myself outside of the box and to jump start exercising again.
Yes, Bible reading
1. Jessica Rockwell
2. Toccoa, GA
3. No
4. Jump start getting back in shape
5. Scripture Reading
Shauna Kreger
Shreve, Ohio
First attempt
Looking forward to challenging myself
Some extras
1. Ernest Hartman
2. Medina, OH
3. Yes
4. Get to spend time with my beautiful wife, exercise, and being outdoors.
5. Yes, scripture reading.
Jeff Sours
Gettysburg, PA
This is my second year
Need the exercise and will do anything for a t-shirt
Will do some of the challenges
Kate Keller
Lima, OH
second year (looking forward)
My sister roped me in again (I was going to to do it anyway, it was fun last year)
Try to do the scripture and possible picture bonuses.
Mark Weaver
Fredericksburg Ohio
First year
Get in better shape
No
(Day one complete)
What is your name? Patricia “Tish” Zody
Where do you currently live? Memphis TN
Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge before? Yes in 2022 and 2023
Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year? For my health, recovering from spinal surgery, and love to listen to the pod casts to bring me closer to my creator.
Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? If so, which ones? Scripture reading
Suzy Hicks
Lewis Center, OH
Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge before? No
Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year? Sounded like a good challenge!
Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? If so, which ones?
The scripture and picture 🙂
1. Ronda shultzman
2. Apple creek Ohio
3. Yes!
4. I love physical challenges and look forward to this one every year
5. Not sure yet, we will see!
Grace conrow
Creston, Ohio
No
Teammate for track and XC Eilash
Yes the photos
Carla J
Alliance, OH
This is my first year
To become accountable
Not this year.
Angela Deiotte
Marshallville, OH
4th time
I’ve had a lot of joint pain which has affected my running. May be walking most 5ks
I like listening to the podcasts
Gina Eccles
Canton oh
First timer
Going with friends
Doing bible verse challange
1 Gina Eccles
2 canton oh
3 my first time
4 a friend asked me to try this
5 the Bible verse challange
1. Brenda Yoder
2. Millersburg, OH
3. Yes
4. I need the motivation
5. Not sure yet.
Casey Holt
SRQ, FL
2nd year
Thought to myself, I’ve done it once- I CAN DO IT AGAIN!
Looking forward to the blog posts & getting out in nature!
Marie Miller
Winesburg, OH
No
I’ve been trying to get back into the routine on daily walking/running so this seems like a good place to start.
Signed up for scripture reading as well.
Kendra Schlabach from Millersburg Ohio. This is my second year doing this challenge. I am doing it to push myself. And no added bonus challenges for me this year.
Michelle Miller
Doylestown, Ohio
First year
I want to embrace motivation, accountability, and community
I will try to do bonus challenges
Brooke Troyer
Kidron, Ohio
No
Trying something new and my whole family decided to try as well!
Scripture challenge
Charlie Schar
First year
I heard about this through my wife
I plan on doing the daily Bible reading
Danielle West
Washington (Pittsburgh) PA
1st time
Looking forward to the challenge.
God is good!!
Tori
Ohio
First year
I’m planning on running cross country this year
I’m hoping on doing all the challenges
1. Shirl Hoffmeier
2. New Oxford, PA
3. No
4. To lose weight and prove to myself that I can do this!
5. No
I’m Myra Yurchek and I live in Loudonville OH. I’ve never done the challenge before, but a friend of mine introduced me to it and I thought it would be fun. I also love getting outside and walking/jogging. I aim to do some of the bonus challenges, but probably not mayhem.
Kirk Martini
Loudonville oh
1st time participant
Working on improving health, sort of lost focus. Currently lost 25lbs since first of year wouldn’t mind losing another 10. I feel better already.
Was thinking about the photo challenge, will need to read the requirements.
Judy
Massillon
Yes!
Daily fitness goals with friends
Some
1.Rachel schlabach
2.Dundee, Ohio
3.3rd year
4.Love the motivation of doing it with friends and my kids.
5. No bonus challenges
Becky Poling
Hurricane, WV
This is my first year!
A friend recommended the challenge.
Bonuses- not sure, probably the scripture abs maybe the photos.
1. Holly Mowry
2. Holmes County Ohio
3. No
4. To see if I can do it!
5. Yes, scripture reading, or listening in this case. Enjoyed listening on day 1 (spotify)
Jessica Rockwell
Toccoa, Ga
No
Jump start my exercise program and get back in shape
Scripture reading, photo of the day
1. Ella Doll
2. Dover, Oh
3. Yes, once
4. Reuben Miller made me do it. Lol!
5. Yes, scripture reading
Melanie Barker
Irmo, SC
First time
To get in shape and injury free
Scripture reading
Keith
Burbank Ohio
No I have not
Someone mentioned it to me
I am not sure yet
1. Mary Elizabeth Chupp
2. Walnut Creek, OH
3. First time!
4. Some of my friends are participating and invited me to join. Plus it fits perfectly with my goal to get in better shape and get outside more this year.
5. The scripture reading challenge.
1. Justin Holt
2. Smithville, OH
3. Yes
4. Really enjoy 5k in the month of May. We do it as a family and have a lot of fun doing it.
5. Will be doing the Bible reading
Cindy Mullet
OH
Yes, I have participated before.
It’s a great, and hard, challenge. And I wanted to do it with Paul.
I’ll listen to three chapters of the Bible each day. (I love your podcast!)
Hi! Lorelei Suehrstedt here! I live in Bay Village and I have participated in this event every year, some more successfully than others. This event jumpstarts my spring/summer routines. I like doing all the challenges. We will see how well I do this year. Thanks, Jeff & family, for putting this together again. ❤️
Kara Bwami
Sugarcreek, OH
I have never participated in this challenge.
I preach health and wellness daily, so this challenge aligns with my mission to get people healthy and active.
I plan to do all the bonus challenges 👊🏼
Jen Yoder
Shreve,OH
First time doing the challenge
My husband challenged me to do it with him.
Going to do the scripture reading as well
Andrew West DC
Irmo, SC
No
It’s in line with my goals (wife said to do it)
No other challenge
1. Stephanie H
2. Ohio
3. Yes
4. Motivation to move more
5. No
1. Jaymie Schwartz
2. canton, Ohio
3. No
4. A friend shared about it and it inspired me to finally commit to daily exercise
5. Yes, scripture
Cameo Quick
Centerburg, oh
3rd year
I enjoy the challenge
I also enjoy listening to the daily readings from Jeff and crew
1. Jason Rickard
2. Cross Junction, VA
3. Yes. Believe this is my third year.
4. Great way to get motivated for training daily.
5. Scripture reading.
Charlie Schar
Wooster ohio
First time
I really enjoy walking
I plan on doing the daily Bible reading as well
What is your name?
Kaitlyn Fetterhoff
Where do you currently live?
Newville, PA
Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge before?
Yes! This is my 3rd time!
Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year?
To get out and get active
Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? If so, which ones
No, choosing to know my limits.
1. Jaymie Schwartz
2. Canton, Ohio
3. No
4. A friend inspired me
5. Yes. Scripture
Liddy Smith
Union Point, GA
No
I’ve been walking more everyday trying to improve the health of myself and my dog Molly. My dear friend invited me to do this challenge.
I plan to do the scripture challenge as well.
1. Evan Holt
2. Smithville, OH
3. Yes
4. For the exercise
5. No
1. Shawn Adams
2. Apple Creek
3. Yes
4. To challenge myself
5. No
🌱Anna Chase
🌱South Bend Indiana
🌱I’ve never participated, but Istarted walking in February and thought this would be a fun way to add some accountability and consistency.
🌱Photo challenge.
1. Donnie Chase
2. South Bend, IN
3. No
4. To support Jeff.
5. Undecided
Tammy Behm
Magnolia OH
I’ve not this before
Try to move everyday for my body
Not sure on the bonus
Jeff fink
Dalton, Ohio (home of the world famous Joe Heatwole
This will be my sixth or seventh time doing 5k in May
I am doing the challenge to keep my streak up of having done it and to get more miles in
No challenges for me, but I may try to keep up with the Bible plane
1. Kary Whearty
2. Sylvania Ohio
3. Yes! I think this is my fifth year!
4.i love the challenge of it!
5. Photo challenge and scriptures!
1. Titus Holt
2. Smithville, OH
3. Yes
4. Because it is fun and I want my leg muscles to get bigger
5. No
Kevin Comstock
Winchester Va
3rd year
I will listen to the daily podcast. I will complete this years challenge in VA, NC and GA for the 5k month of May 2024! Day 1 complete with my pup, “Laydee” !
Jacob fink
Dalton Ohio
Yes this is my second time
Some of my friends are doing it with me
No extras this time (still in the midst of track season)
1. Evan Holt
2. Smithville, OH
3. Yes
4. For the exercise
5. No
1-Courtney Werts
2-Columbus Ohio
3-No
4-because Suzy said to😀
5-no
Wendy and Makenzie. Apple Creek, OH. First timers. Seemed like a fun challenge. Maybe.
What is your name? PATRICE
Where do you currently live? GRAND RAPIDS, MI
Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge before? THIS IS MY FIRST TIME
Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year? TO EXERCISE AND HAVE A BIBLE READING PLAN ALONG WITH A GREAT PURPOSE
Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? If so, which ones? YES THE SCRIPTURE READING, THE PHOTO CHALLENGE AND THE 5K MAY MAHEM
Carson Miller
Walnut Creek OH
Yes
My cool wife signed me up
no
1. Isaac Holt
2. Smithville, OH
3. Yes
4. For the challenge
5. Will be doing the Bible reading
Robert Yoder from Winesburg, Ohio. This is my first 5k per day challenge. Love the challenge mentally and physically. Not planning to do any bonus challenges.
Michael Mehl
Quakertown PA
This is my second year. I was turned on to the event by a friend of mine in Florida (Justin Yoder).
I am doing it this year to exercise and get in shape as well as provide myself some time to pray.
As far as extras I will be participating in the scripture challenge. Mayhem still sounds too intimidating! Lol
Gwen Schock
Andreas, PA
Yes, I’ve done this for the last three years
It’s a fun challenge
I may do some of the bonus challenges
Sam LaMar
Rittman Ohio
Yes 4 or 5 year I think???
Best challenge online
Plan on it
1. Emily Byler
2.Ohio
3.yes
4. I really enjoy doing this challenge with my family.
5.yes, the Bible challenge, the photo challenge and maybe the mayhem
1-Courtney Werts
2-Columbus Ohio
3-no
4-Suzy said it would be fun
5-no
Ha! You will love it!
Lynette
Wooster Ohio
No
Wanted the challenge and to support .
Possibly mayhem and the scripture challenge!
Sarah Votaw
North Canton, Ohio
I have not done this challenge before.
Why? Because I can’t turn down a good challenge 🙂
1. Joann Mast
2. Millersburg, Ohio
3.Yes, this will be year 4
4. I always love participating in this to get back into my daily routine of doing outdoor exercise. Especially, after just being in the winter months.
5. Scripture bonus
Benjamin Tarantino
St Augustine Florida
No I’ve never done this before
Someone invited me to do it
Yes Bible reading
Delaney LaMar
Rittman Ohio
1st timer
For fun
Possibly
Saraetta Raber
Millersburg ohio
No
I need the exercise and this motivates me
I’ll do the Bible reading challenge
Jimmie Phillips
Edon, Ohio
No
My sister-in-law asked me
No
Jake Raber
Dalton, Oh
First time
Need some good motivation to get back in shape!
Not sure if I’ll be doing any of the extra challenges
Eli
West Penn
No
My mom is doing it
Maybe the bible one
1. Emily Schlabach
2. Apple Creek Ohio
3. yes
4. To challenge myself
5. No extras
1. Stef Grick
2. Coatesville, PA
3. Yes!
4. It challenges me to continue running- especially after a winter break
5. Yes, the scripture reading challenge
1. Carmen Schrock
2. Accident, MD
3. Yes
4. I love the challenge of doing something hard and can do it with my family.
5. Yes, Scripture reading challenge.
1. Tara Mizner
2. North Canton, Ohio
3. No
4. Something different
5. Podcast, maybe some photos
Dale and Patience Rush
Canton
Yes we have participated in past years
My spouse told me to
No to the mayhem
Ben Tarantino
St Augustine, Florida
No
Someone invited me
Scripture
Kelly Kuzma
Wooster, OH
Yes
Yo get outside and moving!
Yes scripture reading
Ed Anderson
Lakeville , Ohio
Yes year 3
great exercise
scripture and podcast
What is your name? Holly Mowry
Where do you currently live? Big Prairie, Ohio
Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge before? No
Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year? To see if I could do it!
Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? If so, which ones? Yes the bible reading challenge via your podcast on spotify!
1. Stacey Kaiser
2. Avella, PA
3. Yes Year 4!
4. I love doing it! I love the challenge
5. Bible Challenge and Daily Fun Photo Challenge
Christine N
Illinois
Yes
I did it a few years ago and was probably in the best shape I’ve ever been in the so wanted to do it again.
Yes the scripture reading
What is your name? Tish Zody
Where do you currently live? Memphis TN
Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge before? Yes
Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year? Health, recovery fro
Spinal surgery, closer to my creator
Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? If so, which ones? Yes scripture reqding
1. David Miller
2. Apple Creek Ohio
3. Yes
4. The scripture reading is a great way for me to refocus on Jesus… And I like running
5. Hopefully will be doing the mayhem.
Jennifer
AppleCreek
YES!
I enjoy the Challenge.
will try to do some
1. Emily Schlabach
2. Apple Creek Ohio
3. Yes
4. To challenge myself
5. No
Christian Kaiser
Avella, PA
Year 2!
I loventhe challenge, and shocking my teachers by telling them I’m doing it!
Daily Fun Photo Challenge
Kayla Segrist
Dover
First one!
It’s something challenging
Plan on doing all the extras
1. Hattie
2. Kent Ohio
3. No
4. Gretchen
5. No
Miriam
Winesburg
No
Challenged by a friend to join
Not this year! Getting my 5k in each day will be enough
Linda Hershberger
Mt. Eaton, OH
This is my 2nd year
To see if I can do it again
I will listen to the podcast daily
Julie bauer
Toledo
Unofficially, yes
My friend encouraged me
Maybe!
Becky
Lewis Center, oh
Newbie
Work on getting back to my fitness goals
Not interested in challenges
1. Richard Strain
2. Canton Ohio
3. I think this is year 5
4. The challenge and a way to get motivated
5. Not sure yet
Doug Holliday
Orlando FL
Jeff asked, I couldn’t refuse
I’ve done 5KMay before, 2020 I think
I’m with you in the gospels!!!
Debi Hooten
San Angelo TX
year 3
love this challenge
1.Kimberly Miller
2.Millersburg, Ohio
3.First time doing the challenge! 🙌🏻
4.I signed up to get back into running, I’m hoping to run a few races this summer.
5.I plan to listen to the podcast, but won’t be doing the extras
Stephanie Jackson
Wooster Ohio
First time
Jessica Carr
Loudonville, OH
I saw it on someone’s FB and it looked fun.
I have never participated before.
I’m going to try to do a few extras
What is your name?
Matthew Roth
Where do you currently live?
Orville, Ohio
Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge before?
No
Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year?
I want to get faster.
Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? If so, which ones?
The scripture reading challenge.
Shelley Stevens
Dublin, Ohio
First timer
Scripture Reading Bonus!!
Hello, my name is Michael Bitson; prepare to 5k.
I am currently in Herndon, Virginia.
I participated for the first time last year thanks to an invite by Gene Mattingly!
It was a fun go round last year so I decided to have another go this year. Hopefully without getting an injury this time.
Right now I’m doing the Bible chapters but might get in on the photo challenge as I’m able.
I’m looking forward to this challenge again. It’s been awesome to see those already completing their 5k today!
Go Mike!!! Let’s get in a couple 5K’s together.
1. Kara Williams
2. Waterville, OH
3. Yes, 2nd year
4. To be sure I make time for exercise
5. No
Clara Troyer
Holmesville Ohio
Yes 3rd year
Like the challenge, needed some motivation to get me going again, always enjoy the quite morning walks
No
Kathy Turner
Dublin,Ohio
This is my first time doing a challenge.
I’m doing it for the motivation to get my miles in.
I’m planning to do the photo a day!
1. Charlene Leimeister
2. Apple Creek
3. Yes
4.Good motivation to get moving!
5. Maybe?
What is your name?
Matthew Roth
Where do you currently live?
Orville, OH
Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge before?
NO
Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year?
I want to get faster.
Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? If so, which ones?
The scripture reading.
Lisa
Virginia
On my second year
I like challenges and I need the motivation!
Pic of the day at least
Joel Vanderzyden
Ashland Ohio
No
Seems like a good time.
Not sure yet.
Hayley
Ohio
Nope
Gretchen!
No
1. Jennifer Lee
2. Colorado Springs, CO
3. Yes
4. It’s what I look forward to every May!
5. Yes, all of them except Mayhem.
Joel Vanderzyden
Ashland Ohio
No
Seems like a fun time!
No sure yet
What is your name?
Matthew Roth
Where do you currently live?
Orville, OH
Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge before?
No
Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year?
I want to get faster
Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? If so, which ones?
The scripture reading
Renate JohnsonMi
Mitchell, NE
Yes, I have done the 5k May before.
It’s a fun way to keep me accountable for walking.
The picture challenge, and the Scripture challenge.
Let’s go Renate!!!!!
Kevin Lisbon
Olmsted Falls, OH
This is my 4th year. Also ran Boston 2.0 2020
I participate because it’s a great goal to work towards.
I plan to do the daily photo challenge this year.
Adam Small
University Hts, Ohio
My second year
Signed up for daily motivation, inspiration, and challenge with friends.
Bonus challenge – Daily scripture reading
1. Tyler Vaughn
2. Waycross, GA
3. No, first time
4. I got challenged by my small group leader
5. Scripture Challenge
1. Kari Miller
2. Dalton, OH
3. Once in 2021
4. Wanted to challenge myself
5. The scripture challenge for sure possibly also the photo challenge
Lisa Nikel
New Port Richey. Florida
First time!
Good for mind and body
Will try Mayhem, reading, podcasts
1. Joshua Pope
2 Arkansas City Ks
3 yes
4 my wife is making me
5. No
Jen
North Canton, Ohio
Nope never done this before.
Need motivation to get active.
No
Karen
Milwaukee
This is my first 5k challenge
Amariah Stoller
Sterling, OH
no
to challenge myself
The Scripture Challenge
Dan Hershberger
Mt Eaton Ohio
Yes, this is my 2nd year
Love the challenge
Scripture challenge
Katie
Loudonville
My 1st time
It will be a good challenge
Yes, scripture and hopefully pictures 😀
So glad you are doing it with us!
Adam L.
Springfield, IL
Yes – this is my 5th – and I haven’t missed a daily 5k since 5/1/2020!
I like the idea that so many people are doing this at the same time!
I’m not doing any of the bonus challenges, but I am doing my own read through the Bible in a year plan. I have done the scripture challenge in the past and encourage others to do it!
– Tracy Yantzer
– North Canton, Ohio
– Nope!
– My friend McKayla invited me to join her in this venture!
– Scripture challenge!
Marcy Graf
•Creston, OH
•Yes, 3rd year
•A good start to half marathon training
•No
What is your name? Mike
Where do you currently live? Berlin
Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge before? Yes
Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year? It’s my favorite running month of the year! ☺️
Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? If so, which ones? Not really.
Jackie Theimer
Howard Ohio
First year
I want to find my love for running again
Maybe the photo challenge!
1. Mary
2. Biloxi, MS
3. This is my 2nd time to participate.
4. Enjoyed the challenge before and want to participate again
5. Scripture challenge
I need to check in for my 2 daughters who are minors and don’t have email
Riley Schwartz
Canton, Ohio
No
Wanted to join mom
No
Teagan Schwartz
Canton, Ohio
No
Wanted to join mom
No
Diane B
Sharon Center, OH
Yes
Enjoy the challenge
?? Unsure about bonus challenges, do read daily.
Joe Combs
Dalton, OH
First time doing this challenge.
My wife, son, and I decided to do this challenge for motivation and fun.
I’m going to try all the challenges.
Best wishes everyone! God bless!
What is your name? Jana
Where do you currently live? Southern Indiana
Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge before? Yes, 2 times
Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year? I love the challenge, and its a good fitness goal to kick off summer running.
Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? If so, which ones? No, not at this point.
1. Sue Hershberger
2. Fredericksburg Ohio
3. 4th time
4. I love the challenge and accountability
5. Scripture reading
Tom B
Sharon Center, OH
Yes
Enjoy walking with wife
?
Jann Coates
East Sparta, Ohio
Yes, I loved doing this last year.
See above!
Yes, I’ll be doing the 5k everyday, fun photo challenge, listen to scripture every day, and realize there is no #6.
Diane B
Sharon Center,OH
Yes
Enjoy challenge
?
Lindsey Harmon
Fredericksburg, OH
No, first one
Accountability for getting my family steps in
No
Jenni White
Ashland, OH
No
Lindsey said I had to 😃
Yes, Scripture challange
Kevin Lisbon
Olmsted Falls, OH
4th year 5kMay also ran Boston 2.0 2020
It’s a fun challenge and keeps me motivated to run daily.
I will do the daily photo challenge
Amy Troyer
Sugarcreek Ohio
No, this I my first time.
I’m always up for a challenge. Also wanted to build consistency in praising the Lord through song each day which is what I do on my runs.
Yes I plan to do the Bible reading along each day with it.
Natalie
Holmesville
My first time participating
I wanted to challenge myself
I’m planning to participate in the Bible reading and the selfie everyday
Justin Smith
Smithville, OH
I have not participated in the 5k everyday in the month of May challenge before
Looking forward to the challenge and meeting a goal for myself that I have never done before
I plan to do the Bible reading/listening challenge
Joan Mathews
Maumee Ohio
Yes… several times
Love challenges
No
Brittany Stevens
Wooster, OH
Yes
Doing it with my mom and friends!
No bonus challenge
Alyson Gabrysz
Niceville, FL
Yes, year 2.
Really enjoyed it last year and looked forward to doing it again. Loved the daily podcast/scripture.
Yes, but only the daily scriptures.
Jon Phillips
Gothenburg, Nebraska
I have not, but have many friends who have (D2S)
I’ve been wanting to get back into “running shape” and train for a half-marathon.
No I am not
Hi!
I’m Randy. I’m in Canton, OH. Yes, I participated in the challenge last year. I like that it gives me some motivation to get out and do it, and that is why I’m participating again! I may participate in some photo challenges.
Taylor Schneider
Strongsville, OH
First time!
Wanted to challenge myself
Not this time
Erika Currie
Cleveland Ohio
This is my first 5k a day challenge!
I wanted to be held accountable, try something new, and get more active!
I am not planning to complete any bonus challenges at this time.
I am so excited to start this Journey.
What is your name?
Matthew Roth
Where do you currently live?
Orville, Ohio
Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge before?
No
Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year?
I want to get faster
Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? If so, which ones?
The scripture reading
Jody
Bellville
First timer
My sister in law encouraged me
Scripture challenge
I’m checking in for me and my twins who are minors and don’t have their own email addresses. Carolyn Gingerich , Kael Gingerich , Kenya Gingerich. We live in Beach City, this is the first time for all 3 of us. The reasons for doing the challenge are, for fun, exercise, and a healthier lifestyle ☺️and no to the bonus challenges.
Tracy Rafail
Pittsburgh, PA
No, I have not participated in the past
I’m participating for extra training motivation.
I am not doing any bonus challenges this year.
Melissa
Findlay, OH
No
To try something new
Yes
1.Taylor M
2. Akron oh
3. Yes!! I have participated before! I missed 2 days last time so this time through my goal is to complete the challenge 100%
4. Family got me into it last year! I really enjoyed it and I’m excited for this year!
5. I’m going to try to participate in the mayhem challenge
Matt Bell. I currently live in Benton,AR. Yes, 2 years ago. I decided to rejoin to motivate to get me back to being more consistent in a workout routine. Not planning on bonus challenges.
Becky
North Canton, OH
This is my first time participating
I am coming back from an injury and have a few big races coming up. This is the perfect get back into it routine for me!
I am planning on participating in the Bonus challenges of reading the daily Bible verses.
Justin Smith
Smithville, OH
This is my first time participating in the 5k everyday in the month of May challenge
I am excited to use this challenge to reach a goal I have never done before
I will be doing the Bible reading challenge as well
Maddie Aumend
Ashland, Ohio
No
Gretchen
Maybe!
Jon Lester
Vermont
This is my 3rd year participating 🙂
Already running a 5kaday everyday and have a group of people who want to pace this together!
Possibly the bible study!
Jon Phillips
Gothenburg, Nebraska
No, but I have lots of friends who have (D2S)
I am working on training for a half-marathon and thought this would be a fun way to keep going
Right now, I am not.
Kayla Carr
Mount Vernon, OH
I have not participated before
A coworker of mine had gotten me more into running and participates every year.
I plan to do the scripture readings!
1. Jess Orr
2. Apple Creek, OH
3. Yes, this is my second year.
4. Wanted to start last year to keep myself moving during my pregnancy, and now I’m wanting to keep myself moving post baby!
5. Yes, I hope and plan to keep up with the scripture readings and photo challenge!
1. Eric Wang
2. Rockville, MD
3. Nope
4. You mentioned it at the GA Summit this past weekend
5. The scripture reading
Doug Patton
Wooster, OH
Yes, I have participated for several years.
It is nice to have a goal that I know others are striving for as well
I also do the scripture readings.
What is your name? – Alison Allen
Where do you currently live? – Canton, OH
Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge before?- No but I know people who have!
Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year? – Been cleared from an injury and need a jump start to get back into routine!
Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? If so, which ones? Bring on the bonus challenges… I”m going to do all of them!
Jon Phillips
Gothenburg, Nebraska
I have not, but have many friends who have (D2S)
Working on training for a half-marathon and thought this would be a fun way to keep going.
Right now, I am not
1. Connie Young
2. Big Prairie Ohio
3. No 1st time
4. I like the idea of a challenge
5. I’m not planning to but if time allows I will
Debbie Stacy. I live in Springfield, Ohio. I decided to try my best at this to try to get back on track with my health. Hoping to also keep on track with the scripture reading plan.
1. Taylor Polen
2. Apple Creek, OH
3. Yes, I have participated before
4. I’ve participated for years and didn’t want to be left out this year
5. I will be participating in the scripture-reading challenge and possible Mayhem. (we’ll see how I feel on Mayhem day:)
Michael Seitz
Indianapolis
Have participated for 6 years
It is an annual tradition within our family
No additional challenges
Laura Spreng
Loudonville, OH
No
Be encouraged with music and scripture
Yes, reading scripture
Erin Micklem
Madison Heights, VA
Yes, this is year 4.
I wasn’t sure I was going to do it this year, but I already had FOMO just thinking about not participating.
BONUS challenges this year? No.
Billi Coakley
Millersburg OH
I have the past 2 years
I enjoy the challenge and health benefits!
I am doing the podcast/scripture bonus challenge.
Zoe Siders
Wooster, OH
This is my first year participating.
I was asked by a friend to do this with her – so I said yes!
I will also be doing the scripture readings.
1. Piper Polen
2. Apple Creek, OH
3. Yes
4. Because it’s fun:) And I enjoy exercise
5. Uh, no, except for all of them. Woo!
Jakob Seitz
Indianapolis
I have run for a few years
We Do it each year in my family
We’re not doing any of the other challenges
1. Carolyn Yoder
2. Mt. Eaton, Ohio
3. It’s my first year
4. Just finished training for a marathon so this will keep me accountable to continue being consistent!
5. Scripture reading and Mayhem -(although it might be June due to our schedule)
Amy S
Perrysburg, Ohio
I have not done this particular 5K a day, but have done others.
Kary Whearty made me do this.
Nope!
Alison Allen
Canton, OH
I’m new here… know people who have done this before so I drank the kool aid this year!
Cleared from injury and need a good kick in the pants!
The more challenges the better for me!
1. Abigail Polen
2. Apple Creek, OH
3. Yes
4. Because I want to! And because it’s fun, bruh.
5. Yes, all of them
Julie Beckett
Wooster, Ohio
Yes, 4th year
Motivating, Feeling of Accomplishment, Fun (and a cool t-shirt 😂)
No
1. Jodi Polen
2. Apple Creek, OH
3. Yes
4. Because I love the challenge
5. I am doing the scripture-reading and the photo (as much as I can:)
Greenville, North Carolina
I enjoyed participating in the 5k Everyday last year and look forward to this year (just the 5k) as it gives me a push to make my 5k more intentional. Thanks!
1. David Seitz
2. Indianapolis, IN
3. 5 years
4. I do it with my dad and brother each year
5. No other challenges
1. Eden Polen
2. Apple Creek, OH
3. Yes
4. Because I like to:)
5. I am doing Mayhem and will be listening to the podcast as much as I can
Kayla Carr
Mount Vernon, Oh
No I have not
A coworker of mine has gotten me into running and figured I would give it a go this time
I will be doing the scripture readings!
1. Mary
2. Biloxi, MS
3. Yes, in 2020
4. Just wanting to complete the challenge again.
5. Scripture
Regina miller
Winesburg oh
First time
Challenge and accountability
Scripture reading
1. Elijah Polen
2. Apple Creek, OH
3. Yes
4. Because I love it, dude
5. I am doing Mayhem and will be listening to the podcast for the scripture-reading
Amanda Massoni
Wooster Ohio
Yes my 3rd year 😊
Good challenge and start to the summer ☀️
Listening to the podcast daily, and some of the fun photo challenges
What is your name?
Gene Mattingly
Where do you currently live?
Winchester, VA
Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge before?
Yes!
Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year?
Spiritual, Emotional, and physical health. Have added a season of fasting as well. Lastly, spending quality together time with my wife (Missy) also participating.
Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? If so, which ones?
Scripture reading and perhaps an occasional photo.
1. Jadon Miller
2. Sugarcreek, OH
3. No
4. Physical Fitness Discipline (among others)
5. Probably not
Lori Richards
Skaneateles NY
Never participated in 5k a day in May
Someone in a running group on Facebook mentioned it and it is just what I needed to get back in the habit
Daily scripture reading
1. Zane Yoder
2. Mt Eaton, OH
3. No
4. Want to challenge myself
5. I wanna try the Mayhem and listen to the scripture.
Lola Phillips
Mount Pleasant SC
Yes
Love walking and it’s an extra incentive
Scripture reading and photo
What is your name?
Scott Hooten
Where do you currently live?
San Angelo TX
Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge before?
4th Year
Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year?
I like the Challenge
Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? If so, which ones?
Podcast
1. Michael Seitz
2. Indianapolis
3. 6th year for participating
4. It is an annual tradition
5. No additional challenges
What We Do In Life Echoes In Eternity!! ⚔️🛡✝️🛡⚔️
What is your name?
Cayden Hooten
Where do you currently live?
San Angelo TX
Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge before?
2nd Year
Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year?
14 year old loves to run
Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? If so, which ones?
No
1. Jakob Seitz
2. Indianapolis
3. 6th year for participating
4. It is an annual tradition for my family
5. No additional challenges
1. Aimee Brenneman
2. Canton, Oh
3. 2nd year
4. Because it’s fun
5. Scripture reading
1. David Seitz
2. Indianapolis
3. Its my 6th year for participating
4. It is an annual tradition that me, my dad, and brother do
5. No additional challenges
1. Stephanie Yeager
2. Memphis TN
3. First time
4. To stay motivated in fitness goals
5. Podcast and possibly photo
Probably registered under Stephanie McManic
Ava
Coatesville
2nd year
For fun
None of the challenges
Eric
Cedar Rapids IA
Repeat Runner (to the donut shop, that is)
Jeff begged me to
Podcast & Scripture challenge
Brandi Smith
Utica, OH
No, this is my 1st year!
To work on my 5k time and to workout with my friends!
Yes, the photo challenge!
Juanita Yoder
Apple Creek
First time
For motivation
Scripture
What is your name?
Where do you currently live?
Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge before?
Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year?
Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? If so, which ones?
Trey
Howard Oh
No
to try to start running
Not sure
Heidi
Ohio
Yes
Accountability
Maybe
Nathanael Brown
Wooster OH
This will be my 4th year participating
All the cool kids were doing it
I’m planning on the scripture reading challenge.
Zoe –
East Sparta, Ohio
1st timer ( church slang)
My superstar neighbor Jann invited me
Photo day/ scriptures challenge
Abby Acierto
Medina, OH
This is my first time!
My mom has done it the past couple years and I wanted to join
Maybe photo challenge and mayhem
1. Ray Ludwig
2. Lula, Ga
3. Yes
4. I like the challenge
5. Not at this time
1) Jake and Crystal and Carson and Caidon Raber
2) Dalton OH
3) We have never participated before
4) We’ve always wanted to but the “time” was never right. This year we just took the plunge.
5) possibly the mayhem 5k
Lauren
Wayne county, Ohio
2nd year
For fun
None of the other challenges
Abby Acierto
Medina, OH
This is my first time participating
My mom has done it the past couple years and I wanted to join
Maybe photo challenge and mayhem
Brandi Smith
Utica, OH
No, this is my 1st year!
To work on my 5k time and it is always fun to workout with friends!
Yes, the photo challenge!
Michael
Wooster
Yes
Not signed up… because
Doing the reading only
Matt Otto
Wilmot Ohio
Second time
A way to push myself, plus the discipline to do it everyday no matter what.
Yes to the scripture
Chrissy Fratena
Dalton, OH
Yes
To commit to movement every day.
Yes, hopefully all of them.
Kandy Young
Carrollton Ohio
First timer
I love a good challenge and the peer pressure got me. Love doing challenges with friends.
Going to try the photo challenge.
Joyce Hershberger
Berlin OH
Second year participating
Need a self discipline challenge
Scripture reading challenge
John Kropp
Louisville KY
No
Community
Reading Scripture
Adam Hochstetler
Kidron Ohio
This is the second year I’ve participated
I like the challenge
I plan on doing the scripture reading and 5k mayhem
Amia Wheatley
Cleveland Ohio
No, this is the first time
I like a challenge, and a friend encouraged me to sign up!
I am not, I’d like to focus solely on the 5k a day!
Ashley Zickefoose
Loudonville, OH
YES I have participated before! 🙂
I am doing it will a group from our local gym and it helps me stay accountable to get a workout in everyday!
Doing the scripture reading challenge as well!
Jodi Barkman
Kidron, OH
1st time
More intentional time with God & exercise
Scripture challenge & podcast
Joe Miller
Beach City, OH
Yep, year three!
I love the motivation 🙂
No, at this point, none of the bonus challenges.
Dalene Sherrod
Massillon, OH
This is my 1st year
Inspired by my friend McKayla and our amazing group of friends!
There’s bonus challenges??
Elisa Hill
Akron Ohio
Yes I have participated since 2020!
It keeps me moving every day, even when I don’t feel like it!!
Will do the photo challenge and maybe the scripture as well. I may try the Mayhem this year. I always watch the videos and wish I was participating.
Carmen
Apple Creek, OH
Nope!
Want to try something new to incorporate into my workouts.
Just scripture
I plan to do Mayhem Under Matthew Roth
Eleah Stadler
Ohio
First time
Wanted a real challenge
I don’t think I will
Elrad Lee
Apple Creek, Oh
Never, done this before
Because it sounds fun! And the rest of my family is doing it.
Yes, the Bible one and the picture one.
Kristan Ellington
Navarre
Never done it before
Joe and Liz Combs told me about it and I love challenges
Scripture and maybe mayhem???
Abrielle Lee
Apple Creek, Ohio
Nope.
Why am I doing this, because my mom made me.
The picture challenge.
Hi! I’m Christina Boehr from Nebraska. This will be the third year I’ve competed in the 5K Every Day in May contest. I just plan on doing the 5k’s and the photo challenge this time around, but who knows, maybe I’ll do more 🤗. Thanks for putting this on every year! It’s a great way to get outside!
Jaiden valerio
Rittman Oh
Yes
Had some friends doing it so I decided to do it with them
Yes, the Bible reading
1. Sawyer Polen
2. Wooster, Ohio
3. First timer!!
4. It’s a great way to be intentional about being active every day.
5. Absolutely!! I will be doing the scripture reading each day.
1. Amee Brown
2. St. Augustine Fl
3. My first year!
4. Trying to get back into running.
5. No I am not
David Byler
Ohio
I have been participating since 2020
It’s an enjoyable challenge that I like to do with my freinds.
No
Jordan Butler
Inwood
Oh Yea! I’m a vet now!
I like a challenge
I will do my best!
Name: Marlin Yoder
Live: Chippewa Lake, OH
Participated before: Have participated every year (5?)
Why: Didn’t want to miss one
Bonus challenge: Probably not
Cindy Mullet
OH
Yes
It’s a good challenge!
Scripture
Christina
Wooster OH
3rd year
Accountability
Scripture
Denver
Live near Berlin
Participated a few times before
I signed up to challenge myself and stay in shape.
I am not doing the extras because I am doing other reading plans.
Nick Sheridan
Louisville, KY
1st year
Fellowship and encouragement
Scripture
1. Sawyer Polen
2. Wooster, Ohio
3. First timer!!
4. It’s a great way to be intentional about being active everyday.
5. Absolutely!! I will be doing the scripture reading each day.
Christie Jackson
Maumee, Ohio
Yes, this will be year 4!
I am participating in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge to keep me active…and accountability!
Bonus Challenge: probably the photo challenge
1. Faith
2. North Idaho
3. Yes! I think this is the third year of signing up.
4. Because it’s fun and I love the challenge
5. Not this year
Scott Tinman
Findlay, Oh
I think this is year 5 or 6?
Always look forward to this and Jeff always “encourages” us to do it
Bonus Challenge of the daily podcast and Bible reading and picture but not that Mayhem craziness.
Trey Duncan
Howard OH
First year
Wanting to start running.
Not sure on the challenges yet.
1. Lori Butler
2. Shreve, Ohio
3. Yes..my 4th
4. Love the challenge
5. Scripture reading
1. Laura M
2. Sellersville, PA
3. This is my second year!
4. I have a great group of girls who give support which makes it so much fun and it’s an actual challenge hold me accountable
5. Orginally I said no, but I am going to try to do some scripture and listen to some on my 5k this morning! Day 1 ✅
Megan
Pennsylvania
No, first year!
To kickstart a healthy habit/exercise routine
Not this year
Jaimel
Wyoming
Yes!! A few years now!
This always kicks my summer of with being active, I love it. Gets me in the habit of running or biking for the rest of summer!
Will try to participate in the BONUS Verse Reading Challenge. I have a kid graduating, two birthdays and a big deadline this month.
Stephanie Chance, Ashland Oh
3rd year
Just more motivation
1. Keith Byler
2. Apple Creek Ohio
3. Yes, many times
4. Because Jeff Polen is my friend and it’s a fun challenge to do together with my family
5. Nope
Janlee
Oklahoma
Yes I did the challenge a couple years ago
The challenge keeps me focused
Not sure about bonus challenge
Charlie
Wooster ohio
First year
To spend more time with my beautiful wife walking!
I will also be doing the scripture reading
Rebecca
Washington, PA
Yes, every year since 2020
It’s a fun way to motivate myself to stay active.
I always enjoy the podcast, so I’m sure I’ll do that daily. If the photo challenges work for me in a day, I’ll probably post.
Mary Brubaker
Toccoa, GA
No, first year
I’ve heard about it for a few years and I look forward to the challenge!
The Bible challenge
Robyn Spurr-Ospina
Currently in Lake Nona, Florida
I haven’t participated in this particular challenge but I usually run anywhere from 200-300 miles a month so I like to sign up for any challenges that I can.
1-Kim Lawrence
2-Cleveland, Ohio
3-No
4- my daughter told me about it and encouraged me to do it so we can hold each other accountable.
5-Scripture reading and photos
Kael Plumlee
St Augustine, Fl
Yes
Helps me get motivated to get in shape
Mayhem
Carmen Barkman
Apple Creek, OH
Nope!
Try something new to incorporate into my workouts
Scripture reading!
Beth
Schuylkill Haven, PA
First time, inspired by my friend
I’m looking to shape up and get back to running
Will work on the challenges as I can
Chloe Beckett
Cleveland OH
Yes 4th year
Because daily walking and getting outside feel good & my mom and I do it together
No bonuses
Jessica
Appomattox, VA
Yes-third year
I love a challenge!
Yes
Dean Plumlee
Saint Augustine, FL
Yes
to run with my kids
Yes, run, Yes, read, mostly podcast, Heck NO! Mayhem
Derrick Miller
Fredericksburg OH
Yep, every year that I can remember
I like running, and I like to be engaged with the JPM ministry and others who care about it as well
I plan to keep up with the scripture reading
Jodi
Delaware
No
To get up and be more active
Not sure yet
Muriel Plumlee
Saint Augustine, FL
Yes
to get in shape, and stay that way
Yes, run, No, read, No, podcast, NO! Mayhem
Sarah Zacour
Wooster, OH
My 3rd year!
I needed the accountability to get back into running.
I am planning to participate in the readings and picture challenge!
Emily Weckesser
Wooster, OH
This is my first time participating!
I’m looking for a challenge, accountability, and community.
Will try and participate in the other challenges (probably not the mayhem) ☺️
Thanks for doing this – looking forward to all the miles and camaraderie!
Adyn Plumlee
St Augustine Fl
This is the 3rd year I’ve done this
I love staying active
I plan to do the mayhem
Cod Noseworthy
Beaver Falls, PA
Yes, 2nd time
I love running but often fall out of my routine. This is a great way to build consistancy.
No
Ashley Rose
Hedgesville, WV
Second year
Self accountability
I am not planning to participate
There she is!!!!
Stephanie
Ohio
First time!
Needed some extra motivation to get moving!
One challenge is enough this time 🙂
Sarah Jacques
Benson, NC
First time doing it
Need to get back to working out after moving and this is the perfect motivation.
I plan to do the extras.
Rachel from Arkansas.
I did this challenge 2 years ago and loved it. Had back surgery since then and need the motivation to get back at it. Looking forward to this and the devotions. Thank you for doing this for us
Probably won’t be doing the big challenge.
Becah Patey
Findlay, Ohio
second year
Love a good challenge
I am not planning to participate!
Matthew Webster
WV
This is my 4th year
I do it with some friends every year
We typically do our own little 5k mayhem
Aubrey
Mount Eaton OH
3 years
To help me get ready for soccer season.
Scripture reading
Cortney Elias
Cleveland,OH
First time doing it
To get in shape
I am not
Russ Reed
Lancaster, Texas
1st year
For the challenge and discipline
Yes, Scripture reading.
Hi!! My name is Hosanna Creasap! I live in Wooster, Ohio. This is my 3rd year doing 5k everyday in May. This year I decided to do it because I love the challenge and I am also trying to run the majority of them which is a first for me!
I am not doing any of the bonus challenges this year 🙂
Rachel Miller
Walnut Creek
YES!
Fun thing I can participate in with my husband
scripture reading, maybe mayhem.. it was a fun a few years ago! 🙂
Shannon
New Philadelphia OH
No
To prove to myself that I can do this and help my son condition for soccer.
Scripture reading
Evan
New Philadelphia, Oh
No
To help condition for soccer season and track next year.
I am not doing any of the bonus challenges.
Angela from DFW, TX. I have done these challenges in the past & was motivated to participate from a friend whom is my accountability partner in this Challenge.
Julie Hostetler
Fredericksburg Oh
First time
I thought it would be fun
Scripture reading
Danielle Romanishin Linzer
*Austin
* 4th year
* to up my daily activity in preparation for lots of walking in the EU this summer
* scripture
Lori Hershberger
Fredericksburg, OH
I participated 2 out of the last 3 years.
A challenge to myself & motivation to keep moving.
The scripture reading.
Rebecca Wickens
Apple Creek
Yes
Its very fun to participate in!
Yes!
Ryan Hershberger
Winesburg
Yes
A great way to challenge myself this month
I plan to participate in the bible chapter challenge
What is your name?
Missy
Where do you currently live?
Winchester, VA
Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge before?
Yes!
Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year?
I enjoy the challenge of getting out and exercising everyday! Also, it is great quality time with my husband.
Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? If so, which ones?
Scripture reading and occasional photos.
DeAndre Schlabach
Dundee, Ohio
This is my third year
This will help put me on the path to not lose my running stamina between track and cross.
Listening to the podcast and running the Mayhem. (Also there appears to be a new challenge of scrolling past all the comments if I post late).
Names Jeff, I live in Wooster OH.
This is my first 5K every day in May.
Many reasons.. Turning 40 and want to be the fittest I’ve ever been. And I stuck my foot in my mouth and challenged my nephew to a race on my birthday 😬 lol
The scripture one as well.
1.) Jillian
2.) Ohio
3.) Nope
4.) Wanting to do something for myself!
5.) Possibly the Bible challenge
1. Clarabelle Schlabach
2. Dundee ,Ohio
3. 3rd year
4.Because it get’s my body moving and it gives me some thing to do in the morning
5.No
Briana Byler
Ohio
Yes
Because it’s fun!
No
helloooooooo anaaaaaaa
Kensey Wolfe
Apple Creek, Ohio
First time
I want to start running more
Planning to run Mayhem but forgot to sign up for it
Charles
Ohio
Yes
Because I think it’s fun!
No
1. Justin Yoder
2. Sarasota FL
3. Yes each of the last 5 years or so I think.
4. Because running makes me not as fat as not running does.
5. I am going to go do the bible chapter per day and the 5kMayhem.
1. Kaitlyn
2. Pittsburgh, PA
3. Yes
4. I enjoy running and I like to have the challenge
5. No
Tobias
Ohio
Yes
Because I did it last year and I like running.
No
Wendy Richardson
NW Ohio
This is my second year doing the challenge.
I need to focus more on my health and I hope this challenge helps spur me on just as it did last year.
I am interested in the scripture challenge too.
1. Sondra Martini
2. Loudonville
3. No
4. Improve my health & lose weight
5. The Scripture Reading
Angie Hixenbaugh
Wooster
Yes
Make myself exercise
Scripture reading
1. Kaitlyn
2. Pittsburgh, PA
3. Yes
4. I enjoy running and love the challenge
5. No
1. Eric Stewart
2. Lula, GA
3. Yes started in 2020
4. I look forward to the challenge every year
5. No
Checking in Candace I have done this since 2020 and I love it in Ohio
1. Silas Stewart
2. Lula, GA
3. No
4. Doing it with my dad
5. No
Rebekah G.
NW Ohio
First time doing this challenge but I’ve thought about trying it for the past few years.
I wanted to do this for the health benefits and to connect with my 10 yr old son. I’m so thrilled he wanted to do the challenge too!
1. Kaitlyn
2. Pittsburgh, PA
3. Yes
4. I enjoy running and love the challenge
5. No
1. Chloe Schlabach
2. Dundee OH
3.yes this is my third year
4. because it is a fun challenge and my mom may have had something to do with it
5.i don’t know I haven’t other years but I’d like to try!
Jeanie
Ohio
No
Looking forward to the challenge
No
Checking in. This is Brandee and I am in Ohio. This is my first year participating. Thank you for the opportunity. Shout out to my friend Tammy for encouraging me to do this. Love you girl!!!
Sorry I really did not follow the instructions:
1) Brandee Monroe
2) Magnolia, Ohio
3) This is my first time
4) I am excited to complete this challenge!
5) I think I might have signed up for the Scripture challenge.
1. Dom
2. Dundee, OH
3. YES
4. It’s fun:)
5. I’ll do em all!
1. Eric
2. Pittsburgh, PA
3. First time participating
4. Jeff and Mark talked me into it
5. Bible reading challenge, maybe the mayhem
1. Caden Zimmerly
2. Marshallville, OH
3. No
4. Some friends talked me into it and I wanna be able to have fun running.
5. I will do the scripture reading challenge
Megan/Brianna
Apple Creek
Yes we’ve done it before
It’s nice to be out in weather like today and it’s good exercise!
Bri might try the Mayhem. No other challenges.
Lilianna Oxley
Phoenix, Arizona
I haven’t participated before
I’m joining cause my aunt invited me
Not doing any of the bonus challenges
1. Davy
2. Cornelia, Ga.
3. No, this is my 1st
4. I was invited to take part, and It seems like a fun challenge. Always enjoy a challenge.
5. I will try others if Im able.
1. Jayce
2. Wisconsin
3. First Time
4. It seems like a fun challenge
5. Most likely
Jennifer Johnson
Perrysville Ohio
This is my 3rd year participating!
I love the challenge. It forces me to stay disciplined and allows be to become more connected with God.
I will participate in the daily scripture reading and podcasts. I love those!
Tim Tingley
Butler
Third year
Challenge
1. Jayce Harder
2. Wisconsin
3. First time
4. It seems like a fun challenge
5. Most likely
Emma🤗
Ashland, OH
First time
Idk… just did (family invited me)
Probably not, but I guess we’ll see
1. Eric Stewart
2. Lula, Georgia
3. Yes since 2020
4. Enjoy the challenge
5. No
My name is Jonathan Smith, from Roswell NM but finishing my semester at New Mexico Tech in Socorro. I have done 2 other 5k may challenges and have not signed up for them more than 3 hours before the deadline each time 😂 anyway looking forward to it this year!
1. Silas Stewart
2. Lula, Georgia
3. No
4. Doing it with my dad
5. No
1. Silas Stewart
2. Lula, Georgia
3. No
4. Doing it with my dad
5. No Reply
Tiffany Miller
Cincinnati Oh
First time
I hope this will help build better habits.
Probably not doing the other challenges.
What is your name? Seth Bowles
Where do you currently live? Colorado!
Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge before? Yes!
Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year? The challenge, the exercise, the shirt, the commitment, the healthy body and ability, and to keep the streak!
Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? If so, which ones? No.
1. Megan Jewett
2. Columbus, Oh
3. No
4. I run a lot, but I don’t usually streak. Training for a big race at the end of August and this will help.
5. No bonuses
Bryen valerio
Rittman
No
Idk
Yes the photo
1. Buck Miller
2. El Dorado Springs, MO
3. Never
4. Love the accountability of challenges
5. Not this round
Thomas Lee
Apple Creek, Ohio
This is my first time
Create healthier habits
Yes the photo and scripture reading challenges
Julia Shoup
Brewster, Ohio
Yes
Accountability to be more active
Bible Reading by listening to the podcast
Susan Crilow
Fredericksburg Ohio
First year 🙂
Excited for a new challenge!
Daily Scripture Reading
Andre Shoup
Brewster, Ohio
No
It can help me get stronger and be ready for cross country in the fall
Some of the daily photos
Matt Miller
Athens GA
Yes last year was my first year
I did it last year and enjoyed it and wanted to do it again.
No bonus challenges for me. Hoping I can get my wife to participate and get to enjoy doing it with our 4 month old daughter.
Hannah Shoup
Brewster, Ohio
No
For the t-shirt and to be ready for cross country in the fall since I will be highschool and it is also a 5k
Some of the daily photos
Kaiden Shoup
Brewster, Ohio
No
I wanted the shirt and I kind of want to run some more.
Some of the daily photos
Samuel Arthur
Worthington Indiana
This will be my third year doing it
To get back into shape
Bible challenge
My name is Mr Bill and I live in Arvada, ColoRADo! This is my 3rd 5K E.D.I.T.M.O.M.! I live these because they keep me healthy, discipline & I get to convince others to join me! I’m also looking forward to being on Jeff’s podcast on May 10th!!!
Kyler Miller
Athens, GA
No
Challenged by a friend
Reading scripture
Kyler miller
Athens, GA
No
Challenged by a friend
Scripture reading
1) Chavelle
2) Texas
3) I have not
4) Coworker sent me this challenge and it sounded like a great idea. It will help me spiritually, mentally, and physically.
5) Yes
Zara
El Dorado Springs, MO
No, I have not participated in the 5k a day challenge.
I thought the 5k a day would be a great way to bring my family closer and have more time with them while being healthy
I think my family will just be trying to see if we can complete the 5k a day this year.
Kyler Miller
Athens, GA
No
Challenged by a friend
Yes, daily scripture
Thurston (Davy) Harris
1. Davy
2. Cornelia, Ga.
3. No, this is my 1st.
4. Enjoy a good challenge
5. Not sure yet
Scott Price
Wooster, Ohio
3rd Year Participating
I am running to make Jeff happy
“I hope you’re happy, Jeff!”
Emry
El Dorado Springs MO
No
To have more time with family
Noo
Bennett
El Dorado Springs, MO
1st year
I wanted to participate because my cousins and friends are
No extra challenges
Jess Stutzman
Dalton, OH
Yes
Exercise
No
Katie Mancino
Akron
Yes
To challenge myself
No bonuses for me.
Fran B
Perrysville,Oh
3rd year
Morgan
Louisville
Never participated before
To challenge myself and improve my physical health!
Yes, reading/listening to three chapters of scripture a day
Morgan
Ohio
First year participating
I want to get into running more
I plan on trying the mayhem challenge
Morgan
Louisville
Never participated before
To challenge myself and improve my physical health!
Yes, read/listen to 3 chapters of scripture a day
Jeffrey Smith
Fuquay, NC
yes
I participate every year 🚀
Not this year
Doug
Shreve
1st timer
Family & Work Friends Challenge
Scripture
Jeff Stout
First time
Turning 40 this year and have a goal to be the fittest I’ve ever been. I also stuck my foot in my mouth and challenged my nephew to a race on my birthday.
Scripture.
Susannah Slabaugh
Linton IN
This is my first time doing this challenge.
I’m excited about it- it will be the challenge I need to get exercise every day!
Hi, I’m Jess Yoder and I live on the Sun Coast of the Sunshine state ☀️🌺🌴🌊 I think this will be my 5th 5k May challenge! 💪🏼🏃🏻♀️➡️🏃🏻♀️➡️
I decided to do 5kmay again this year because as difficult as it can be I always look forward to the feeling of accomplishment on June 1, and some of my greatest spiritual and personal growth has come out of this challenge. Also because our oldest wanted to join this year and I’m looking forward to doing this together!
If I can remember to actually do it this year I’m planning to participate in the photo challenge.
Liz Combs
2. Dalton, OH
3. First time participating!
4. Doing this challenge with my husband and son for accountability and exercise
5. Maybe photo challenge
-Kerra Clinedinst
-Mount Vernon
-Yes
-It will keep me accountable to keep moving.
-Daily scripture & maybe photo challenge
Ryan Yoder
Berlin, OH
Yes, several
Peer pressure
The daily scripture and the mayhem.
Jody Colegrove
Bellville
First Time
Joining my SIL
Daily scripture
Yay auntie JoJo
Crystal Stull
Holly Ridge, NC
Wooster, Ohio
First time participating
Motivation and accountability
Yes to the bonus
Heather Maslonka
Sarasota ,FL
First time
Friend asked
Daily scripture
🤭 oh I’m so excited about this!
Ethan Ferris
Toledo Oregon
First time
My wife’s aunt is doing it and I wanted to join.
Daily scripture
Fannie Weaver
Apple Creek, OH
3rd time
Motivation to get in my steps
Daily Scripture
Deb Stier
Colorado
2nd year
Fun and Fellowship
Daily scripture and possibly the photo challenge
Corey Yoder
Berlin, OH
Yes
Good Question
No
Ethan Ferris
Toledo Oregon
First time
My wife shared it with me
Daily scripture
Patrick Miller
Berlin, OH
My 2nd time
To get more exercise!
No extras
Kayla Miller
Berlin OH
1st time
It’s a way to get motivated to move!
No extras
Kyle Hamlin
West Virginia
1st time
I am joining the Air Force as a Chaplain. I need to get prepared mentally, physically, and spiritually.
No
Ashton Marquez
Roswell, NM
Nope!
Looking to improve my fitness and get some more quiet time!
Yes, the daily scriptures!
My name is Kaycie Ferris
I live in Oregon
I have not participated before
I love walking and being 2 months postpartum, it will be good to get back into what I enjoy.
I’m not planning on participating in any of the bonus challenges.
Kyler Miller
Athens, GA
No
Challenged by a friend
Reading scripture
Ainsley Furness
Denver CO
First-timer!
Pacing my husband for the Leadville 100 but have never ran a day in my life so hoping this will help me start training strong!
I am planning on participating in the scripture challenge as well!
What is your name? Jennifer Anthony
Where do you currently live? Punta Gorda Florida
Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge before? No
Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year? My manager encouraged healthy team members!
Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? If so, which ones? Yes
Ashish Manandhar
Wooster
I have participated before
Fitness
No
Sarah Keim
Ohio
Never participated before
A challenge with friends
No
Jeremy Oehring
El Dorado Springs, MO
No
Peer Pressure
Scripture Reading
😄 good job J! It’ll be fun. 😎
Lorelai Yoder
Florida
This is my first
Because my parents do it and I wanted to as well.
I’m doing the Bible reading challenge
Morgan
Arvada, CO
First time trying this challenge!
My friend wanted to do it so I joined her!
Scripture Challenge!
LETS GO!
1. Raina Schrock
2. Accident, MD
3. Yes
4. Because it’s fun!
5. Yes to the photo challenge!
Lindy Anastis
Canton Ohio
Yes – 4 or 5 year
Keeps me motivated
photo challenge
Nathan Bean
Lake Geneva
First time for 5k a day in May
Challenged by a friend
I’m planning on participating in the Scripture Challenge
1. Liam Schrock
2. Accident, MD
3. Yes
4. Because I like a challenge!
5. Bible reading and photo challenge.
Jake Hoff
Pittsburgh, PA
Yes, done a time or two.
Paralyzed in left leg. It’s like therapy!
Bible reading
Marlayna Smucker
Springs, PA
First time participating
Pregnant and need the exercise!
Bible reading
Rebekah
Wooster, OH
2nd year of participating
Recovering from surgery; movement is medicine!
No bonus challenges this year
1. Tana Smucker
2. Dalton, Ohio
3. No
4. It looked fun and I wanted to do it with friends!
5. Possibly the Mayhem?
1. Kristen Hall
2. Shelby, OH
3. I have never participated in this challenge. It’s my first time!
4. My sister in law invited me to complete this challenge with her. We are going on vacation in June and we want to look and feel our best!
5. No bonus challenges
James “Dozer” Lund Jr.
Carmichael, CA
3rd Year of participating
Adding more to my daily F3 workouts
No Bonus Challenge
Ralyn DeLay
Arvada CO
No this is my first time and super excited!
I have been wanting to to do it for the last few years and am finally able to do it this year!
Probably not this year :/
Chris Clark, Gianna Clark
Wooster
3rd, 2nd
Health, become a stronger runner
Bible reading, Bible reading
Brad Weaver
Wilmot, Ohio
1st year participating
Getting healthier for my family
No official bonus challenge but will be studying Acts as I run through listening to the word and commentaries on Acts
Might try the Mayhem but no commitment just want to do it this year
Rachale Ramirez
Moultrie, GA
First time participating
I have never tried a challenge like this
Reading three scriptures
Teri Kamp, Western MD, no, family does it every year, not sure
Katie, Khloe, and Kaylem Kerns
Burbank, Ohio
1st year
Spending more time together as a family- moving every day
Scripture and photo challenges
Zoe Miller
El Dorado Springs, MO
1st year
I decided to do this because my family is
No other challenges
Emily
Toledo
Nope
Motivation to run
Chloe
Apple Creek, OH
Yes
It gives me something fun and productive to do
Scripture, and photo challenge
Micah
El Dorado Springs, MO
1st year
I wanted to participate because my family is
No extra challenges
Melinda
NW Ohio
1st year
I hope to lose weight
Scripture
Ashley
El Dorado Springs, MO
1st year
My sister in law invited me and I thought it would be a fun challenge to do with my family
Photo challenge
Rebecca S
Dundee OH
No
Challenge myself to something I’ve never done
Scripture reading and check-in appointed dates
Samantha Moody
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Yes
For exercise and to do it with my boyfriend
No
Amy
Columbus, Ohio
Nope!
My friend does it every year and seems like a fun challenge
Maybe the photo challenge and scripture
Hannah oxley
Phoenix arizona
kind of, I walked some of the days with NY aunts last year but I didn’t fully commit
for fun, and to develope healthy habits
no
Marie Fontana, SE Michigan. I have never participated in this challenge before, but am looking forward to pushing myself to do it! I decided to try it as I prep for the Shawshank Hustle in August!
Nathan smith, we live in Roswell, NM and we attempted to finish the challenge but this is the year!
Rebecca S
Dundee OH
No
Challenge myself to something I’ve never done before
Daily scripture reading & check-in on applicable dates
Marie Fontana, SE Michigan. I’ve never participated in one of these challenges before but am looking forward to it! I joined in preparation of the Shawshank Hustle in August! I’m going to try to read the scriptures and do the photos but not sure I’ll be consistent. 🙂
I will be doing the Shawshank Hustle this year with my sister!
1. Julie
2. Laguna Hills, CA
3. no
4. For extra motivation on my training plan
5. no
Jennifer, Ashlyn, Teagan, Brayden
Rootstown
Yes, we did it for the first time last year!
We completed it as a family last year and want to repeat the challenge!!
No
Kelly Evans-Wilson
Mechanicsburg, OH
Yes, I have participated for several years.
I joined because it is a great way challenge and helps keep me motivated.
Daily scripture reading…and listening to the podcast!
What is your name? Julie
Where do you currently live? Laguna Hills, CA
Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge before? no
Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year? extra motivation to stay on track with my training
Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? If so, which ones? no
Lance Null
Salinas, CA
1st timer
Enjoy a challenge and keep a friend accountable
Will try and participate in the hourly 5K, if I’m not traveling that day
Summer Bell
Santa Rosa Beach, Fl
I have participated for many years.
I like this challenge- I do it with some of my family members from all different states. I plan to do the scripture and photo challenge.
Debbie Sowell
Coldstream in Columbia SC
First year
Trying to stay healthy
Will try all the bonus challenges
Ruth Schlabach
Sugarcreek, Ohio
2nd year
I joined because of family doing it.
Bekah Nofziger
San Jose, Costa Rica
First time
Seems like a fun challenge too get more interested in running
Photo challenge
What is your name? Ashley Harwell
Where do you currently live? Winston Salem NC
Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge before? Yes! Last year was our first time.
Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year? Its a great challenge to get moving and push myself to do better.
Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? If so, which ones? Not this year.
Jewel Miller
Apple Creek, OH
1st year participating
Not sure what I was thinking🫣
Jordan Lee
Apple Creek, OH
I have never done this!
I thought it would be fun, to try and to show my kids we can do hard things!
And I plan on doing the photo challenge!
Rachael Kessinger
Ashland
Yes
For the mental challenge
Not sure
Ruby
2. Navarre Ohio
3. Yes!!
4. Love the challenge
5. Probably not
Emilie Harwell
North Carolina
I have never participated in the event before
I was planning on reading three chapters of the Bible every day in May
Dede Sullivan
Wooster, Ohio
Yes
Exercise
No
Teresa Smith
Elyria, Ohio,
No, first time
Doing this with a group of friends to get healthy
No
Bekah
Costa Rica
first time
to start running more
photo challenge
Ruth Thomas
Winter Springs, FL
Sure have!
Love the accountability
Probably not
Rachael Howard
Springfield, Ga
I have not
Why not?
Yes, the scripture and photo challenges
Kyle Hall
Wadsworth Ohio
No
For the challenge
Yes- scripture
1. Dest!
2. Akron, OH
3. Yes, that year was my first year!
4. Did it last year, challenged a group to do with me this year! I love the mental challenge, physically pushing myself and the importance of being active intentionally everyday!
5. Scripture reading + I take a photo but do not do the photo challenges
1. McKayla McCanna
2. Canton, OH
3. Yes! 2020, 2021 and 2022
4. I sat out last year and I really missed it! 🤭 Also, because I have so many awesome friends to help inspire me to keep going this year— shout out to the Canton Naz girls (Dalene, Jaymie, Jen, Gina and Michelle), Sam, Tracy, Aimee, Katie, Taylor and Bryan who are all going to crush this challenge!
5. Going to mostly focus on just the 5k challenge this year but plan to listen to some of the scripture this month and do a few of the picture challenges just for fun if we can. 😉Don’t want to bite off more than we can chew!
1. McKayla McCanna
2. Canton, OH
3. Yes! 2020, 2021 and 2022
4. I sat out last year and I really missed it! 🤭 Also, because I have so many awesome friends to help inspire me to keep going this year— shout out to the Canton Naz girls (Dalene, Jaymie, Jen, Gina and Michelle), Sam, Tracy, Aimee, Katie, Amy, Taylor and Bryan who are all going to crush this challenge!
5. Going to mostly focus on just the 5k challenge this year but plan to listen to some of the scripture this month and do a few of the picture challenges just for fun if we can. 😉Don’t want to bite off more than we can chew!
Kathryn
Walnut Creek, OH
No
To exercise and spend time with my sister
No
Marlene Swartzentruber
Dundee, OH
Yes
For the challenge
No
Kyle Hall
Wadsworth OH
Nope!
It’s a fun challenge
Scripture
Samantha
Walnut Creek, Ohio
No
Taylor Polen convinced me to
No
Hannah Swartzentruber
Dundee, OH
No
It sounds fun
no
**Angela Betz
** North canton Ohio
**Never participated before
** I want to run again and I am using this as a training tool to run a 5k by the end of a month and then back at it!
**I plan to listen to the reading bonus challenge.
Kyle Hall
Wadsworth OH
No
Seem like a great challenge
Daily Scripture challenge
Elaine Easterling
Louisville, ky( prev Buckeye)
First timer
Isaac is making a bunch of ministry staff do this together. Awesome!
Planning on extras, subject to peer pressure.
1. Kyrin Rife
2. Newark, Ohio
3. No
4. A good friend of mine was encouraging and we are doing it together!
5. No
Kiera Schlabach
Apple Creek, Ohio
Yes, I did
Wanted to challenge myself
No
1. Shannon Eash
2. Dalton, OH
3. This is my first time!
4. I wanted to challenge myself to be more active and my son is doing it!
5. My goal is the 5k. Maybe a picture or two.
Bethany
-Kidron, Ohio
-This is my 1st time
-My Amish friend Ruby roped me into it 🙂 Plus I want to be in shape for my wedding in August.
-I’ll try to do the scripture reading bonus, but I have so many other things I’m currently reading
Doug Rockwell
Age – 72
Toccoa, GA
2024 first time – 3.4 run 46:09 jog today.
Training this summer for a mountain 10k in October
As long as I can move my legs I will.
1. Shannon Eash
2. Dalton, OH
3. First time!
4. I need the challenge to be more active and my son is doing it.
5. Just the 5k.
1. Noah Eash
2. Dalton, Ohio
3. No
4. I want to challenge myself
5. No
Katie Crutchman
Uniontown Ohio
This will be the 3rd time
I needed a reason to do more. If I say I’ll do it I do it!
No
Debbie Sowell
Coldstream – Columbia SC
First time
Stay healthy
I’m going to try all the bonus challenges
Esther Yoder
Naples, Idaho
I have not
To feel better and get exercise in
Scripture Challenge
Alyssa
Rittman, OH
Attempted once lol
Challenge myself
No
Rebecca
Nova, OH
Yes
I’ve gotten away from running and am really trying to get back to it.
Yes, I signed up for all of them.
Edna Keim
Fredericksburg Ohio
1st time
Heard people talking about it
Bible challenge
Gracie Mowers
Springfield, GA
No
A friend shared about it on Facebook, & it caught my interest!
Yes. The Scripture reading
1. Steph Unkefer
2. Smithville. Oh
3. 3rd Time
4. Looking for motivation 😄
5. Scripture/Photo challenges
1. Rob Gable
2. Rittman, OH
3. 4th year for us (Beverly and I)
4. Designated daily “together” time, accomplishing a shared goal
5. Not at this time, but subject to change
1. Josiah
2. Millersburg, OH
3. 1st time
4. Friend shared it with me
5. No
Signing up fory daughter who does not have an email.
Megan miller
Winesburg oh
No
Running with mom
Scripture reading challenge
1. Dan Schmidt.
2. Wooster.
3. Yes.
4. My wife was diagnosed with Cancer and I took the last 6 months off of basically doing anything to be by her
side so this is my come back after her full recovery.
5. No.
1. Megan Slomkowski
2. Medina Ohio
3. 4th year I think
4. I’m in maternity leave and it forces me to get outside with my baby. I also love that my mom and I can do it together
5. No
Kim Fleming
Springfield VA
2nd year participant
Great motivation to step away and walk!
Maybe photo challenge
1. Liza
2. Rittman
3. Attempted last year but did not complete
4.trying to get healthy again
5 not this year want to focus on completing one challenge at a time
Alyssa
Rittman, OH
Attempted once lol
Challenge myself
No
Michelle Waines
Shelby, OH
1st timer here, but have been running at least 10K a day since Nov. 1st of last year!
I just love running and being outside in nature!
Maybe the photo challenge!
Michelle Waines
Shelby, OH
1st timer here, but have been running at least 10K a day since Nov. 1st of last year!
I just love running and being outside in nature!
Maybe photo challenge
Ben Tarantino
St Augustine Florida
No
Someone invited me
Scripture challenge
Jan Maxwell
Wooster, Ohio
Yes done before
FOMO
no extra challenges
Bekah Schock
Andreas pa
2nd year
My mom
Nope
Alex D
Little Orleans, MD
Yes my Dad and I did it last year
just for funsies
planning on doing the Bible reading challenge via the podcast
Tricie Schweitzer
Georgia
first time
Co-worker
I will try
Tricie S.
Madison, GA
First time!
Co-worker
I will attempt the extra challenges
fran yoder applecreek ohio havent done this before just doing it with my sister no
Laban Schmidt
Sarasota
Part of preparation for a half.
No extras
Cheryl Brogan
Ohio
No
Fb posting perked my interest
Daily calendar tasks and mayhem bonus challenge
1) Tiffany
2) West Alexandria, Ohio
3) 1st time
4) Challenging myself
5) no extras this year.
Makenzie. Apple Creek,Oh. First time. Doing it with my mom. No.
1 Levi kuzma
2 Wooster Ohio
3 this is my first year
4 I’m doing this to get in shape for sports
Jonny W
ON Canada
Never done it before
Wanted to challenge myself
Yes
What is your name? Isaac Leimeister
Where do you currently live? Louisville, KY
Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge before? YES
Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year? Favorite challenge of the year!
Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? If so, which ones? Bible and Mayhem!
Justin Gillander
Spring City, PA
First time
Friend challenged me to do it
Just the verses
1. Sarah
2. Ohio
3. Maybe 5th year?
4. Exercise and of course it’s a good challenge
5. Scripture Reading
1.) Alison
2.) Georgia
3.) Yes
4.) To lose weight and get back in shape.
5.) Yes, listening to the podcasts and the Bible reading.
Jim Sanderfer
Hartville, Ohio
Have participated before
Try to get motivated for health reasons
Bible reading
Emily
Ohio
First time
Verses and mayhem!!
What is your name?Elizabeth Dunavan
Where do you currently live? Toccoa, Ga
Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge before? No 🙂
Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year? to do it wiry my dad!
Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? If so, which ones? possibly
Brenda Miller
Sugarcreek, Ohio
Yes this is my second year
Love a good challenge
Bible reading
Susan Gingerich
Apple Creek, OH
3rd year of 5K May
Love to be out in spring, time with my kids, and getting some exercise
No other challenges
Karen B
Where do you currently live? S Shore of MA
Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge before? 1st Time
Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year? I’m doing an 8 day runcation and I figured I’d make it a month long challenge!!
Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? Hoping to do them all but this will be my main focus.
Dania Gingerich
Apple Creek, OH
3rd year
It’s fun, be with friends, and get a t-shirt!
No other challenge
Carson Kline
Wilmot,Oh
First time ever
I want to try the challenge
No
Sean Kelly
Barberton,OH
3rd or 4th year now
To keep my self accountable, this last year was rough, so I’m not 100 percent into it like years past, hoping to set my self up to start running again
No other challenges. 🤙
Clay
Wooster OH
This is my 2nd year
Gets me up and moving. I enjoyed the time with my daughter. Loved listening to others experiences during the Bible listening as well as the lessons.
Bible reading and occasional picture challenge
Anna Gingerich
Apple creek, OH
1st year
I like the t-shirt!
No other challenges
What is your name? Karen B
Where do you currently live? South Shore of MA
Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge before? 1st Time
Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year? I’m doing an 8 day runcation this month so I figured I’d turn it into a month long challenge
Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? If so, which ones? I’m planning to do them all (if I can find them) but this will be my main focus.
Elaina Gingerich
Apple Creek, OH
2nd year
So we can run with friends and get a t-shirt
No other challenges
Anthony Ramirez
Lake Geneva, WI
1st Year
I’m motivated by challenge! I’ve been training the past two weeks and have been so surprised by what I can do after not running for 4 years. Glad to get back into it!
No other challenges
Anna
Orrville Oh
this is my 3rd year
I like running and I get a t-shirt(:
bible reading and mayhem
Joseph Gingerich
Apple Creek, OH
3rd year
For fun
Bible reading and mayhem
Dana Pew
Marshallville Ohio
3rd yr
Trying to get back to some consistency
No other challenges
Anna Gingerich
Apple creek, OH
1st year
Fun and a t-shirt
No other challenges
Joshua Thompson
Orrville Ohio
I like to run and have a challenge for 5k may plus a t-shirt
2nd year and I’m doing Bible reading and mayhem bye
Melisa Schrock
Bonners Ferry Idaho
First year participating
Fun/challenge
No
Patty Caruso, Brockway PA, 1st time, getting back to running everyday. Today is a great day to start🏃♀️😄
I forgot, No other challenges 🙁
Zach
Wooster
1 yr
Fun
Bible reading
eva kurtz
fredericksburg, OH
2nd year
wanted a challenge
no others
Tanya Cyprian
Chicago, IL
Not this one.
We wanted to hang out with new people.
Not sure.
Natalie Lapp
Massillon, OH
2nd year doing the challenge
I want to do the challenge with my friends.
No other challenges.
Pandora Oliver
Chicago
Not with Shawshank hustle team
Cuz why not
The tee shirt one
Hey Pandora. Thank you for the invite for this challenge.
Antonette Cockrell
Chicago
No
Getting back to running
Bible verses challenge
Amy
North Ridgeville, Ohio
First time!
Everybody loves a challenge!
Just doing the 5k a day challenge
Matt
North Ridgeville, OH
First time
Looking for a new challenge
No bonus challenges
Bill Cochran
Jackson Twp Ohio
First time participant
Looking forward to the challenge
Scripture reading
Judah Lapp
Massillon, OH
2nd year doing the challenge
To get exercise
No other challenges
Keith Bullock
Irmo, SC
No
my boss made me do it 🤣
No. i already read scripture everyday!
Karen Hunter
Glenmont, Ohio
At least 4 years now
I love the challenge
I will also be doing the Mayhem Challenge
Amy
North Ridgeville
First time
Everybody loves a challenge
Just the 5k a day
Matt
North Ridgeville
First time
Just wanted to do a challenge
No bonuses
Jeff Harbison
Belpre, OH
First year
Thought it would be a fun challenge to keep motivated
I plan to do the scripture reading as well
Jess Miller
North Idaho
1st time doing this
A friend talked me into it 🙂
No
1. Patrick Williams
2. Mansfield, Ohio
3. Yes, 4 previous
4. I find the 5KMay uplifting.
5. No bonuses planned as of today.
Joni Troyer
Millersburg OH
First one
It is one of my goals
Scripture challenge
Brooke Yoder
Holmes County, Ohio
1st year
Love to get exercise and a good challenge
No other challenges
Joni Troyer
Millersburg Ohio
No
One of my goals
Scripture challenge
Doreen Barrow
Hamilton, Ohio
First time for the challenge
I can’t pass up a good challenge
I do plan to participate in the other challenges as well!
1: Mike Garver
2: Wooster
3: Yes, 2nd time
4: For the challenge and to jump start training
5: No other challenges
Michelle
Canton
Never!!!
Friends 💕
Maybe the picture challenge but that’s intimidating…
Kinsley cordrey
Louisville ky
No, 1st time
for the challenge and to push myself
yes to Scripture challenge!!
Jeff Caruso
Brockway PA
First time
To get motivated
No other challenges
1. Rick Petry
2. Nitro, WV
3. Yes
4. Push in Bible reading and running consistency
5. Scripture reading
Molly Miller
Sugarcreek
No, first time
I want to have this be a Kickstart and just a healthy habit.
Scripture challenge & fun photo
Teri Peters
Wadsworth
Second year – though I didn’t complete the challenge last year because I traveled out of the country and it wasn’t a safe place to run.
I am challenging myself to finish it this year.
I am hoping to complete the photo and scripture challenges also.
Mindy kinder
Fort Wayne
No
To motivate myself
No other challenges
Joy Evans
Wadsworth
First year doing the challenge!
I am challenging myself to be consistent in running and hold myself accountable with others!
I am also doing the scripture challenge!
Keith Bullock
Irmo, SC
No
love a challenge
No. but i do read scripture daily
Mackenzie
Arvada, CO
This is my first year!
Jeff Polen. He is very convincing.
Scripture challenge & photo challenge
Hahahaha. I’m not *that* convincing. But I’m glad to see you in the challenge!! Yay!
I’m having issues commenting
Antonette Cockrell
Chicago
This is my first time with the challenge
Getting back to running
Bible challenge
Joni Troyer
Millersburg Ohio
First time
One of my goals
Scripture challenge
Traci in Glenville, PA.
Never participated before. Never heard of it until today.
This will hold me accountable to run more.
Not doing any other challenges.
Kathy Gingerich
Holmesville OH
2nd year
Here for the challenge to run more consistently..
No other challenges for me..
Jason Stutzman
Dalton
Yes
Exercise
No
John Murphy
Morrisville PA
Year 3
Running to be physically healthy
Davy Mast
Little Orleans MD
My son Alex and I participated last year
It was a great experience / committment last year and we wanted to do it again. This year my wife LuAnn and daughter Sara are joining us as well
I am doing Podcast / Scripture challenge
What is your name? Meghan McDonnell
Where do you currently live? Lewis Center Oh
Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge before? no
Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year? My friend Suzy shared about it
Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? If so, which ones? The photo challenge
Alan mast
Fredericksburg
No
I like the challenge
Just the 5k mayhem
Mercedes
Ashland Oh
A friend told me about it and I love challenging myself.
No to the other challenges
Melisa Schrock
Bonners Ferry Idaho
First year
Fun challenge with friends
No
Michelle Aumend
Ashland, OH
No
Gretchen
No
Ben Tarantino
St Augustine
No
Someone invited me
Scripture challenge
Shane and Jennifer Gess
Bellville OH
Our first year
First day in the books!
Carson Combs
Dalton, Ohio
First time
For the challenge and to get back in running shape
Mayhem Challenge
Dorothy
Holmesville Ohio
I did two 5K. Missed last year.
To push myself to stay active!
Read 3 chapters a day
Milisa Strain
Canton Ohio
My 5th time registering. ( Only completed 2020)
Why not, all my friends are doing it
Possible photo challenge
Jordyn Johnson
Perrysville Ohio
Yes
I tried it last year and it helped me to get closer to Christ so I decided to do it again.
Yes , the scripture challenge.
Rachel Perrin
Orrville OH
First time
Accountability
Read 3 chapters a day
Andrew Michaels
Dalton, OH
First time
Challenged by a friend
Scripture challenge
Marisa Holliday
West Palm, FL
Yes, once a couple years ago!
My dad encouraged me to do it again 🙂
Yes, the reading challenge!
1. Josh Davis
2. Third time
3. Getting started for a half marathon in June
4. Scripture challenge
Suzanne
Medina
First time
Have fun exercising with my daughter
No
1) Katie
2)Rittman
3) I attempted the 5K a day last year but didn’t complete it- Hope to this year!
4) Want to be more active!
5) Bible reading
Elliot Smith
Roswell New Mexico
First Time
My brother wanted me to do it for a while and my friends and parents are doing it
Not participating in bonus challenges
Connor Poling
Hurricane, WV
No
Running with my parents
No
1. Belita
2. Wooster
3. No
4. I love to challenge myself
5. Scripture
Abby
Medina
No
To get in shape
Scripture challlenge
Verna Miller
Apple Creek Ohio
Yes
To be more active
None of them
Vernon Miller
Apple Creek Ohio
Yes,
I decided to participate because it has become a tradition and its a great time to get outside.
No.
Dwayne H
Sugarcreek
No
Need the motivation and exercise
No
Jeral.
West Salem, Ohio.
Yes.
Because I like the podcast.
I would like to.
Corey
Southwest PA
yes, 4th year
to get fit
No
1. Bethany Troyer
2. Apple Creek, Ohio
3. No
4. I like challenges
5. Yes, I plan on doing scripture reading
Rhielyn
El Dorado Springs
No
My family is doing it
No
Rachel Perrin
Orrville OH
First time
Accountability
Scripture reading challenge
Jennifer And Shane Gess
First time
No extra challenges
Day one complete!
Samantha
Nashville TN
No
Watched a friend do it last year, wanted to give it a try!
Yes, scripture reading with the podcast the Bible recap!
Laura
Mt.Eaton
First time
Decided to join my friend in the challenge
Michael
Navarre Ohio
Yes
Keeps me motivated
No
Samantha
Canton, Ohio
No
I want to challenge myself and this is a great accountability tool!:)
Yes! I’ll go for the photo challenge:)
Ian
Wooster, Ohio
Yes
To get in shape and spend more time outside
Mayhem challenge
Jodi
Southwest Pennsylvania
Yes
To be more active
No
Trina
Accident,MD
Yes
So get me in better habits.
Jennifer
Fayetteville, NC
No
Accountability, fun challenge and scripture reading!
Chris
Ashland Ohio
No
Guys I work with talked me into it
No
1. Lisa Lee
2. Wadsworth OH
3. First year
4. Challenge myself, hold my myself accountable
5. May try challenges ,not mayhem
🏃 Dallas Penner
🇨🇦 Linwood, ON, Canada
3️⃣ This is my 3rd year.
🏆 To continue being active and to accomplish a fun challenge
🅱️ Bonus Challenges: Scripture and Photo
Melissa Klotzle
Ohio
No
Start to run more
Yes
Greta
Tampa, FL
First time
Getting more into fitness and holding myself accountable!
Nots sure yet.
1. Brett and Brant
2. West Salem
3. Yes and no for Brant
4. Wanted to do it with my son Brant that is 13. Brant-one to get in shape for track and two to spend time with my dad.
5. Probably not
Kim
North Canton OH
Great to do with friends
No extra challenges
Connie hall
Smithville Ohio
Yes
To see if I could do it
No
Jody Hughes
Massillon, OH
Nope
I joined because of a friend that did it last year, and its a challenge
No bonuses this time!
Diane Yoder
Wooster, OH
This is my 3rd year.
I enjoy challenging and pushing myself to see what my limits are.
I’m planning on doing the scripture challenge and maybe the mayhem challenge depending on how I feel.
Heather Hickman
Washington, PA
Yes in 2020
Need motivation to get moving!
I don’t know yet
-Maria Penner
-Linwood, ON, Canada
-This is my first year.
-For the accomplishment of it
-Scripture listenings
Amber Umble
From Torrington, WY
First year joining the challenge
Heard about it from a friend who has done it before and I was ready to get back into running more consistently!
I’m planning on doing the photo challenge every day and the scripture reading!
Lori Cornell
Berlin Township
No I have never done this before
I saw some friends in my running group were participating
No extra challenges for me
Maria Penner
Linwood ON, Canada
This is my first year!
For the challenge of it.
The scripture challenge
Missy
Fredericksburg, OH
I’ve completed the challenge several years and partially completed it a couple years.
Looking forward to the scripture challenge and will try to join in the picture challenge this year!
Christopher Edick
New York Mills NY
First time
Why not. Seems like a good way to stay active
Maybe the mayhem challenge…just need to find out what it actually is lol
Maria Penner
Linwood ON, Canada
This is my first year!
For the challenge of it.
The scripture challenge
Anna Miller
Wellington ohio
First time doing the 5k
To challenge myself and enjoy the great outdoors in my walks.
I’m doing the scripture challenge as well
Mike Dougherty
Rootstown
Completed the challenge last year with my family.
Family challenge again!
No
Hannah Butler
Inwood Wv
Year 4!
I love to run!
A little
1.Christa Hurst
2. Williamsport, PA
3. 1st Year!
4. For the challenge and to get outside!
Kathy Sabourin
Mansfield OH
I have never participated in a 5K/day, but I love a challenge.
I decided to participate because someone told me they didn’t think I could do it & it was free. I have 2 artificial knees & do a 5k/month, but I can do hard things! I saw the doctor today & I need to do this to be ready for my 6th Shawshank Hustle.
1. Madyson
2. Pennsylvania
3. I started it last year but got sidetracked on vacation
4. We are doing this as a wellness challenge at work!
5. No, I am not doing any of the bonus challenges
Anna Miller
Wellington ohio
First year
To challenge myself and enjoy the great outdoors on my daily walks
Scripture challenge
Kendrick schlabach
Shreve oh
Failed last year
Good way to make myself run
Not officially participating
Beverly
Rittman, Ohio
Year 3 or 4
I needed the jump start to getting healthy.
No
Alayna Yoder
Berlin, OH
First Year!
Fun way to keep myself motivated to stay active.
I will be doing the scripture challenge and possibly the mayhem day.
Allison
Bethlehem, PA
First time
Doing it as a challenge at work
Maybe doing mayhem
Maria Kuzma
Wooster
1st time
Keep in shape
No extras
1. Christa Hurst
2. Williamsport, PA
3. My first time
4. To challenge myself and get outside.
5. No
Katherine
Ontario Canada
Nope
get out and get active
Yes, scripture challenge
Kyle K
New Philadelphia
I participated last year.
Gives me a goal to strive for daily.
I will not be participating in the bonuses this year.
Luke
Ontario Canada
No
I have been running for a while, and wanted to push myself.
Yes; the scripture challenge
Megan Hobart
Wooster, OH
First year
I’m doing the scripture challenge and photo challenge.
This sounded like a fun way to get back to longer distances of running/walking.
Ruthann Schlabach
Dundee Ohio
My second year!
I’m pregnant with my second and sure it will do good for my pregnancy!
Yes! Reading!
Joe Soehnlen
Lexington Ohio
Every year
It’s a good challenge to do with my friends.
Plan on it
Denise Price
Spencer,NY
Newbie
Why not?
Maybe, but not consistently I’m sure…lol
Paige Ludwig
Lula, GA
6th year
Stay active and community
No
1-Reuben
2-Deersville, Ohio
3- every year since it’s started
4- better health
5- no
Joe Soehnlen
Lexington Ohio
Every year
Good challenge
Plan on it.
Freda Miller
Sugarcreek Oh
First time
Accountability to exercise
No
Steven Petersheim (Toccoa, GA)
This is my first 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge! One of my friends did this last year. I’m doing the Bonus Scripture and Picture challenges as well. Good luck, y’all!
Dani
Ohio
First challenge ! 😁
Hoping to improve ankle strength and get back to distance running.
Photo challenge
1. Eli Beachy
2. Holmesville OH
3. 1st time for this challenge
4. Motivation to run every day
5. Extras as time allows, mayhem if possible!
Thomas Cooper
Columbus OH
Haven’t participated before
Friend at work told me about it
Doing along with 75 hard
Not aware of bonuses
#1-kathy sabourin
#2-mansfield ohio
#3-never participated in this challenge before
#4-someone told me they didn’t think I could it & it was free. I have 2 artificial knees & dr was happy I was doing it.
#5-no additional challenges
Caitlin Yoder
Rock Creek, Ohio
Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge before? Yes!
Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year? Have been doing it for at least 4 years. It gives me motivation!
Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? If so, which ones? Scripture reading
Freda Miller
Sugarcreek Ohio
First time
Accountability to exercise
No
1. Mia
2. Ontario, Canada
3. No
4. Cuz my parents did
5. No, although maybe the Scripture reading/listening sometimes
1. Tait
2. Ontario, Canada
3. Yes
4. Cuz my little sister was and I didn’t want to let her beat me.
5. No
Thomas Cooper
Columbus OH
Friend at work told me about it
Never done before.
Doing along with 75hard
Unaware of any bonuses
Jason Snyder
Norwalk, OH
First Time!
Running with a buddy in remembrance of a wonderful friend.
Reading and picture challenges
Bobbi
Scottsdale AZ
1st timer
Did not want to wimp out my girl squad
Yes, but not guaranteeing success
Alex marston
Utica,oh
Year 1
Needed motivation !
Maybe!
Jen Wash
Ashland, Ohio
Yes
To get back to running
No
Courtney Anastasio
Hurricane, Wv
Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge before? No
Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year? Encourage exercise
Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? If so, which ones? No
1. April Petty
2. Canton, Ohio
3. Never participated in this challenge before.
4. A friend encouraged me to complete challenge.
5. No bonus challenges this year
Whitney Stoltzfus
Kidron, Ohio
Yes
I like the challenge
No
Kyle Kindbom
Wooster
Yes
Trying to keep up with my daughter
No
Lowell Weber
Ontario Canada
Yes
My 10 year old daughter and 12 year old son and my wife are doing it this year. I need to keep up with them!
No.
1. Karen
2. Ontario, Canada
3. Yes
4. To be able to say I did it, and my oldest daughter decided to join, as well as my oldest son, and my husband.
5. I’m going to try and listen to the Scripture reading.
Aaron Swartzentruber
Dundee ohio
No
To get in better physical health
Doing the scripture and mayhem challenge
Lilly Kindbom
Wooster
No
Trying to leave my dad in the dust
No
Good luck with that
Whitney R.
Lynchburg, VA
This is my first.
A friend recommended with thanks!
I will give the photo challenge a try.
Erica
North canton
no
My mom was doing it and I thought it would be fun to join
Not this year
Adeline Schlabach
Berlin, OH
No
Because I just want to
The photo challenge
Whitney R
Lynchburg, VA
This is my first. A friend recommended.
I am going to try the photo challenge.
1. Val
2. West Salem, OH
3. No
4. I wanted to challenge myself and it’s also something that my husband and I can do together for fun.
5. No
Amanda Alarcon
Millersburg, OH
Never before.
Encouragement from friends!!
Striving to if time allows!
Janelle White
Cincinnati , yes, to complete the challenge with my sister and to get more active as summer arrives, a little bit- to read some of the scriptures and do an extra 5k on mayhem day
Wilson Widmer
Creston, Oh
No extras
2nd year
What is your name? Joe Barrett
Where do you currently live? St. Augustine, FL
Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge before? No
Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year? Pastor asked for us to join
Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? If so, which ones? No
Terri Tinman
Findlay, OH
No
Going to do this with my awesome husband Scott Tinman
Scripture & Picture
Brock Yoder
Dundee Ohio
No
I like the challenge
Not planning to.
What is your name? Joe Barrett
Where do you currently live? St. Augustine, Fl
Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge before? No
Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year? Our Pastor asked us to join with him
Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? If so, which ones? no
1) Elizabeth Schlabach
2) Berlin, Oh
3) Yes
4) I love the challenge and motivation to run every day
5) I’m going to try and do the scripture reading and mayhem this year.
Esther Lapp
Elnora Indiana
Nope
Want to get better at running
No
Matthew Graham
Stone Creek, OH
Took part last year
Need to get back in shape!
Plan on trying to do the mayhem day.
What is your name? Kaden Troyer
Where do you currently live? Millersburg, Ohio
Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge before? No!
Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year? To challenge myself
Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? If so, which ones? No.
Randal Groff
Bird in Hand, PA
First time
To keep up with my brother in law
David Warner
Massillon, OH
Yes, last year was my first.
Like the challenge
I will try to do the scripture reading everyday!
Elaine
Fredericksburg, OH
Second year
Motivation to start running
No
Kara
Tampa, FL
First time
Health and team building
Scripture reading
Signing up for my two younger brothers in law. 🙂
1. Randal + Caleb Groff
2. Bird in Hand PA
3. First year
4. Trying to keep up with our brother in law.
5. No other challenges
1. Kimberly Miller
2. Millersburg, Ohio
3. No!
4. I wanted to challenge myself!
5. No.
Boaz Lange, 16
First year doing it but I run cross country.
Live near Creston Ohio, in Wayne county.
Eli Beachy
Sugarcreek, OH
First time!
Up for a good challenge!
Hopefully take on some of the daily fun challenges
Boaz Lange
Cross country runner
Run in the country.
Lovina Hershberger
Lakeville Ohio
My first year doing this
Start running again
Bible reading/listening
Annie miller
Nashville Ohio
Yes
For the motivation to get more active
No extras
Beth Babulski
Wooster OH
Yes
To get back into shape
Parts of them
Robbie Babulski
Wooster OH
Yes
family is doing it
no
What is your name?kylie yoder
Where do you currently live?maryland
Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge before?no
Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year?to build my endurance
Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? If so, which ones?No
SaraBeth Babulski
Wooster OH
Yes
A challenge to myself
No
Lovina Hershberger
Lakeville Ohio
First year
Start running again
Bible reading/listening
Robbie Babulski
Wooster OH
Yes
Family is doing it
no
Emily
Millersburg, OH
No, this is my first time
To start better habits
Lyndsey Henricksen
Wadsworth, OH
Nope!
I like to challenge myself and stay motivated
I so badly want to say I am going sis the mayhem challenge but I don’t think it’s gonna work but am doing the scripture challenge as well
Ed Babulski
Wooster OH
Yes
To push myself to be stronger and faster
No
Linda Yoder
Baltic, Ohio
3rd year
Enjoy the challenge!
Planning to do the scripture reading challenge
Lovina Hershberger
Lakeville Ohio
First time
Start running again
Bible reading/listening
Hey everyone!
Name’s Zach Yoder
I currently live in Rock Creek, Ohio
I HAVE participated in 5K Every Day before.
I decided to join this year because, while I have failed in the past, I have always registered.
I plan to participate in the bonus challenges! 🙂
Lovina Hershberger
Lakeville Ohio
First year
I want a challenge
Bible reading
Ugh, trying again (sorry if you see this twice)
Lyndsey Henricksen
Wadsworth OH
Nope!
I like to challenge myself and stay motivated
I wanted to do the mayhem day but this year may not be the best but I’m gonna do the scripture challenge as well
Sam Columbia
Coatesville, Pa
I have not done this in the past
I wanted to challenge myself. And do something for me
No extras
Matais Lee
Apple Creek, OH
It’s my first time.
Something fun to do.
No, extras.
Elin Widmer
Creston, Ohio
2nd year
For fun!
No extras.
Patrick Wajda
Telford, PA
This is my 4th straight year,
Tradition. It’s great way to start the racing season.
I plan to doing all the bonus challenges
Julie Krebs
Millersburg ohio
No
Friends invite
Scripture reading
Riley Troyer
Kidron, Ohio
Nope, 1st time
Trying something new
Scripture challenge
Lisa Widmer
Creston, Ohio
3rd year 🤔
Motivation and accountability to run!
Photo Challenge and Scripture
Eilash Widmer
Creston, Ohio
2nd year
Fun!
No bonus challenges
Lorelai Yoder
Florida
This is my first year
My parents run do the challenge so I want to too!
I’m doing the Bible reading challenge
1.Wayne Yoder
2.Baltic,Ohio
3.3rd year
4.Enjoy the challenge
5.Scripture reading
Carley Coblentz
Jeromesville,oh
I have not done this
I want to get in shape and be more present in nature and focus on mental health and wellness.
I am going to be in the word but not commit to any challenges.
Nichole
Ohio
This is my first year participating in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge
To encourage additional daily movement
I will not be participating in the bonus challenges.
Carolyn Yoder
Mt.Eaton, Ohio
It’s my first year!
Just got done training for a marathon, this will keep me accountable to stay consistent.
Scripture Reading and Mayhem ( might have to wait until June though to fit my schedule)
Trevan Crilow
Fredericksburg Ohio
1st year
Up for a challenge
Not this year
Lane Crilow
Fredericksburg Ohio
First Year
Always up for a challenge
No
Sara Mast
Maryland
First year
I’m trying to be more active
Carl (Quint) Kuhl
Louisville Kentucky
This is my first one
Consistency, and to do it with friends
Scripture reading and mayhem
Tracy Zeigler
Mt Gilead OH
First year!
Joined to challenge myself and for accountability
Gonna try all the challenges… photo one will be hard, but most likely it will be fun. LoL 😉
LuAnn
Little Orleans MD
This is my first full year
I’m joining my husband and son
But I’m only 5’ tall, so I’m convinced I will take more steps than they do. Little people should have a different cheering squad! 😂
Sara Mast
Maryland
First year
I’m tryin to be more active
Dennis Byler
Winesburg Ohio
My 2nd year
Trying to get more consistent
Yes to scripture reading
Carter Eckley
Pioneer, OH
This is my first one
My grandma told my mom (who is my track & XC coach)that I needed to do it
I don’t know yet
Julie Krebs
Millersburg Ohio
First year
Friend’s invitation
Scripture reading
Payton
Wooster Ohio
No
Someone close to me asked if I wanted to and I’m always up for a challenge
Scripture
Lu Yoder
Mount Hope, Ohio
It’s my 3rd year
I love the challenge and this also keeps me accountable
Scripture reading
Payton
Wooster Ohio
No
Someone close to me asked if I would do it and I’m always up for a challenge
Scripture
1. Bryan McCanna
2. Canton, OH
3. Yes
4. I like how it pushes you to get out there and do it. I’ve been struggling with my running motivation so I feel like this is a great way to spark that fire again.
5. I would like to do the Mayhem challenge.
Alma yoder
Ohio
First time doing it!!
Friend told me about it 🙂
Jay Fast
Marengo, IL
First year
Jeff’s invitation
Scripture reading
Julie troyer
Sarasota fl
Completed it last year but I think it’s my 3rd year
My family does it and always challenges me
No to the extras
Steve Widmer
Creston, Ohio
1st time!
Challenging myself to create a new habit!
I’m going to listen to the podcast and do the scripture bonus.
Krystle Doup
Mount Vernon, Ohio
First year!!
Signed up to challenge myself!
Elijah Heatwole
Dalton, OH
Yes
Signed up for the t-shirt
Hoping to do the Mayhem
Zach Heatwole
Dalton, OH
Yes
Signed up for the t-shirt and to do 5ks with my friends
Yes, signed up for all of them
Krystle Doup
Mount Vernon, Ohio
First time!
Signed up to challenge myself.
1. Alexis Pacula
2. Dalton, Ohio
3. Yes
4. Why not.
5. Maybe mayhem
Heather Heatwole
Dalton, OH
Yes
I love a good challenge.
Yes, planning to do the Scripture reading challenge.
Darian
Dalton
Yes
Why not?
Potentially Mayhem.
Jordan
Dalton, Ohio
No
I signed up to have motivation to run more
No, just the running
1. Because I almost forgot…. I am lumping us all together! Randy, Amy, Nicole, Gavin, Grayson Geiser
2. Fredericksburg, Ohio
3. Yes for all of us.
4. It’s May, and you just 5K in May, and we LOVE it!
5. Most are doing the Scripture challenge, although technically one kid already missed it 😴 Oops.
Forgot to say that Nicole, Gavin, and possibly Randy are doing Mayhem!
Esha Shrestha
Wooster
First time
Doing it together with my husband
Yes, photo challenge
Megan
Arvada, CO
Yeah! Year 4
I love it and friends have joined
The scripture and photo ones
Kara G
Lodi, Ohio
This is my 5th or 6th year.
I continue to participate because it’s a tradition now.
Krystal
Wayne County, Ohio
First time!
I’ve been wanting to walk more and this seemed like a good time to start a new habit.
No
Lauretta Miller
Sugarcreek, OH
First Time
Accountability To Exercise
No
Kara G
Lodi, Ohio
This is my 5th or 6th year doing the 5k a day in the month of May aind t has become a tradition now.
Lindsey Schlabach
Dundee, Ohio
yes 2nd year
love walking with my wife
no
1) Kendra Steiner
2) Orrville, OH
3) 2023 was my first time doing the challenge
4) I love the challenge, the exercise, the supportive community, and the spiritual growth!! It’s always been a win win sorta thing lol
5) planning on giving the mayhem a shot this year😂 and the daily podcasts:)
1. Katherine Han
2. Pittsburgh, PA
3. Nope. First time!
4. I’m already doing this 6 days of the week and I’m doing it with my husband!
5. The podcast!
Lynn
Ohio
No
Fitness
Scripture
Diane
Ohio
First time
I love the spiritual emphasis
The scripture bonus
Vinnie Miller
Berlin , OH
1st time
Improve my health
Scripture Challenge
BP
Wooster, OH
Try every year, fail most of them!
My brother makes me do this!! 😂
No bonuses for me, I don’t think so anyhow
Joe Heatwole
Dalton Ohio
Missed the first year
I’m not quite right in the head…
Scripture challenge
Mitch Hennessey from Akron,
First timer
Friends convinced me
Scripture
Sarah 🙂
Pittsburgh PA
1st time
Doing it with friends 🙂
I will do the scripture and the picture challenges for now
Jessica Loggins
GA
Yes, I’ve participated before. Last year was the first year I completed the full 31 days!
I’m participating this year because last year felt so great and I want to dedicate this challenge to my mom who recently passed away.
I may try to participate in the picture challenge, but idk if I can do some of them.
David Sloan
Stow, OH
This is my first time
A couple friends were doing it and I’m exercising more so it’s good to keep me going
Not sure on the optional challenges
Hannah Heatwole
Ohio
Yes, not sure how many years?
To keep my streak going and positive peer pressure ANDto get some exercise.
Scripture reading
Sarah – commenting is difficult for some reason
Trig, Kayli, Trevor, Isabel and Jeanne Hostetler
Sugarcreek
Participated last year but didn’t finish
Justin Fath
Orrville Ohio
1st Timer
Girlfriend Mikayla told me about it!
Parts of Scripture/Podcast (doing intense Bible reading plan right now)
1) Shannon Steiner
2) Orrville, OH
3) Very first time!!!
4) exercise
5) probably not
Marybeth Hall, Dalton ,Ohio have participated for years. Not doing the other challenges.
Sarah West
Pittsburg, PA
First timer
Doing it with best friends ever!
Scripture and Photos!
Kathy Baker – North Lawrence Ohio
I have participated for many years!
This challenge is a great reset for for Spring!.
Mandy Henry
Washburn, MO
First Year
I was guilt tripped into it, so now I’m dragging others along also. 😆
Not sure yet!
My name is Anna Darling,I currently reside in PA and this is my first time participating as a challenge with work.
Rachel Mast
Dalton, Ohio
Yes I’ve participated before.
It makes me feel good and gives me time to listen to audio books!
No bonus challenges.
Vinnie Miller
Berlin OH
1st time
Health reasons
Scripture Challenge
Amy Jo
Mansfield,Ohio
My first 5K every day
Friend Invite
Hopefully all challenges
Trinity
Arizona
no
i signed up to get healthier and do the challenge with my friends
yes i’m doing the scripture one
Duncan Trudell
Goodyear, Arizona
No
To be more active
Yes
Jordy Long
Washburn, MO
I’ve never participated so first year
Doing this with a good friend
Probably the scripture
Keri Weaver
Millersburg
Participated last year
To feel better and hopefully lose some weight, motivation
No bonus challenges
Denis Dyachenko
Lake Geneva, Wisconsin
First time
Mentor recommended
No bonus challenges
Kendra Smith
Roswell, NM
2nd attempt. Excited to finish this one
My friend, Jeff Polen, told me it would be awesome and fun to do with my husband
The 5k is about all I can commit to ✌🏼
Kathy limpar
Hellertown pa
2nd try
Tried to comment but wouldn’t load on day 1
Sarah
Wooster, OH
No
My son talked me into it
Yes, scripture challenge
Kayla, from Ohio. Have done this challenge a few years now and wanted to join in on the fun again. Going to do the bonus readings, through the podcasts.
Hannah Gerber
Ohio
Yes this is my 5th time
Because Its a great way for me to make time to get outside and exercise.
Not sure yet.
My name is Brady Martin.
Ontario
This is my 3rd time
It gets me ready for the 1 mile race
The scripture challenge
(Sorry I’m late)
Marion
Beach City Ohio
Yes
Exercise
Yes, Mayhem
Marion
Beach City
Yes
Exercise
Yes, mayhem
Sorry, I forgot to check in yesterday
Tia
Ohio
No this is my first one
A friend suggested it
*i checked in yesterday, but obviously I do not know how to save a comment*
Tricie
Georgia
This is my first time
my coworker suggested it
*I checked in yesterday but I too am new to this whole blog/save comment thing*
Ezekiel Chojnacki
Novi, MI
Yes
Stay fit
Yes, scripture challenge
Kay Berry
Lincoln Park, MI
No
My fiance asked me to
Yes, scripture challenge
Hannah Rhodes
El Dorado Springs, MO
This is my second time.
It’s a fun way to stay fit, build discipline, and it always makes the rest of my day better!
Yes, I’m doing the Scripture Challenge.
Navi Rhodes
ElDorado Springs MO
2nd time
It’s a good way for me to get exercise
No I’m not doing the challenge
Sandra Withrow
Orrville, Ohio
1st time
Getting healthy
Perhaps, not sure
Ray Fryan
Jackson Twp
Several times (5?)
Stay fit after Boston but dial back the miles.
No Mayhem (getting too old 😉 for 37 miles in one day!)
Vanessa
Shreve
I have never ran it before
It’s a good motivator to run everyday:)
I will not be doing any bonus challenges
Theresa
Medina
3rd time (?) back after 1 yr off
Get back to running after a bad break
Unlikely this time- still splinted
Elise
Dalton
2nd time doing this and it is so fun to push myself !!
I am doing the scripture reading
also I forgot to check in yesterday, I’m not sure if it counts now ,but I did do it today and yesterday
Elise
Ohio
2nd year doing this because i like to push myself
i am doing the scripture reading
also i forgot to check in yesterday so i don’t know if it counts or not but i did do it yesterday and today
Elise
Ohio
2nd year doing this challenge
Scripture reading too.
I forgot to check in yesterday, but I did the 5k yesterday and another 5k today.
Michael Abrams
Bolivar OH
Newbie
Today was a hot day for the 2nd 5k day in a row. Only 29 to go.
No other challenges, Thanks.
Mike Brinkley
Clinton, OK
1st time
Weight Loss
I know it is May 2nd but I just found this. I will complete 31 days consecutive. I’d like a shirt, if that’s not possible, I understand.
Danielle
Ohio
1st time
Challenged by Patrick Williams (reminded me about the check-ins)
I started May 1st
No bonus challen
I should’ve contacted you sooner, but we all one-third of the way through. Keep up the good work! Don’t forget the check in on the 15th (early reminder – I’ll text you day of too😉).
South Carolina
3rd time
Marybeth Hall got me started
No extra challenges
Loving it everyday and hoping to keep it up
I have run or walked a 5k every day in May so far and am loving it. I plan to finish and am also doing the Bible reading challenge. I am feeling great and although I almost always read my Bible everyday this has been a great motivation! I have not done the picture challenge. I do plan to do the May 25 thing.
What is your name? Hannah Kidd
Where do you currently live? Batavia Ohio
Have you ever participated in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge before? Yes should be my forth or fifth year!
Why did you decide to participate in the 5k Every Day in the Month of May challenge this year? To give it ALL to God! Dedicating it to him!
Are you planning to participate in any of the BONUS challenges this year? If so, which ones? Yes Scripture!