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5 Biggest 5Ks in the U.S.

Find out where runners are heading for a 5K run. Here are the five biggest 5K races in America, according to 2008 finisher numbers from Running USA.

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Race for the Cure

1. Race for the Cure: DC

Washington, D.C.: 41,038 finishers

The Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure series is a global movement in the fight against breast cancer. Take part in the series' biggest event. Read More » Photo Credit: Bill Ross/AP Photo

Revlon Run for Women

2. Revlon Run for Women: LA and NYC

Los Angeles, California: 31,120 finishers
New York, New York: 26,000 finishers

The Revlon Run/Walk 5K raises millions of dollars for cancer research, counseling and outreach programs to celebrate and empower women.
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SMercedes Corporate Run

3. Mercedes-Benz Corporate Run

Multiple cities in Florida: 17,000 finishers

Dedicated to helping the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, this three-race corporate series pushes employees to get active while supporting a worthy cause. Read More »

Run to Feed the Hungry

4. Run to Feed the Hungry

Sacramento, California: 15,061 finishers

What better way to show your thankfulness than to put others first and participate in this one-of-a-kind, turkey trot on Thanksgiving Day.
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St. Luke's Women's Fitness

5. St. Luke's Women's Fitness Celebration

Boise, Idaho: 10,628 finishers

This multi-day event hosts the nation's largest women's 5K and celebrates women are in an environment unlike any other. Read More » Photo Credit: St. Luke's Fitness Celebration