The Philadelphia Distance Run originated in 1978 under the auspices of the Philadelphia Family of YMCA's to actualize the vision of Gene Martenson who wished to showcase the beauty of Philadelphia through a first class foot race that Philadelphia area runners could be proud of.
PDR affords Students Run Philly Style (a free, nonprofit mentoring program that engages young people in distance running) an opportunity to walk off the bus to the start line of a race that was built with them in mind.
The Philadelphia Distance Run originated in 1978 under the auspices of the Philadelphia Family of YMCA's to actualize the vision of Gene Martenson who wished to showcase the beauty of Philadelphia through a first class foot race that Philadelphia area runners could be proud of.
PDR affords Students Run Philly Style (a free, nonprofit mentoring program that engages young people in distance running) an opportunity to walk off the bus to the start line of a race that was built with them in mind.
The Philadelphia Distance Run delivers exactly where it needs to. The event offers a well-oiled operation, energetic crowd support, and meaningful community impact, making it an absolute must-run for all ability levels.
