Giving Thanks for Infant Nutrition: 10th Annual Express Your SuperPower 5K/10K Supports Breastfeeding and Georgia's Milk Bank 

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CANTON, Georgia – Just as families and loved ones prepare to gather to give thanks this season, we are expressing our thanks to the many runners who recently donned their super suits and capes for a cause at the 10th Annual Express Your SuperPower 5K/10K, hosted by the Northwest Georgia Breastfeeding Coalition and the Georgia Breastfeeding Coalition! This spirited event occurred in October on a flat and fast course within Canton's beautiful Etowah River Park and Heritage Park, uniting people committed to nurturing our youngest citizens' health.

Participants celebrated their achievements with awards presented to the top Overall Male and Female finishers. Additional awards went to the Overall Masters Male and Female winners and standard age groups ranging from 10 and under to 80 and over. Each runner's dedication reflects the spirit of gratitude for the gift of health and well-being.

The top 5K winners were (click on names for photos):

• Overall Male:       John Paul Pokomy, age 18, Kennesaw, GA – Timing: 17:38.6
• Overall Female:   Cristina Unknown, age 15, Woodstock, GA – Timing: 27:03.3

The top 10K winners were (click on names for photos):

• Overall Male:       John Minelick, age 21, Kennesaw, GA – Timing: 37:44.5
• Overall Female:   Shelley Reed, age 51, Roswell, GA – Timing: 46:29.3

The race timings for all Express Your Superpower 5K/10K Age Group Results are at: https://www.btracetiming.com/2022-races/express-your-superpower-5k-2024-ag (5K) and https://www.btracetiming.com/2022-races/express-your-superpower-10k-2024-oa (10K). Read more!

The proceeds from this year's Express Your SuperPower 5K/10K race were directly donated to support the MedMilk Project: Building Georgia's Milk Bank. With the urgent need for a replete milk bank in Georgia, these funds will help provide safe, donated breastmilk to infants who cannot receive it from their biological mothers, ensuring they receive vital nutrition and immune protection—an essential gift for their development.

This annual race also aligns with the global World Breastfeeding Week campaign, which aims to raise awareness about breastfeeding and its numerous benefits. By participating, families and individuals can express their gratitude and support for breastfeeding initiatives, ensuring that all infants have access to the nourishment they need.

In keeping with the themes of thankfulness and community support, this year's event emphasizes our collective goal to create a future where every infant can thrive.

For more information about the MedMilk Project and how you can get involved, please visit https://medmilk.org/.

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We are also very thankful to this year’s Express Your Superpower 5K/10K Sponsors and In-Kind Partners. Their generosity helped make this crucial event happen!