We're once again teaming up with the Wilderness, Austere, and Environmental Medicine (WAEM) Interest Group and everyone's favorite kidney doctor, Dr. John Roberts, for Medicine in Motion's second overnight backpacking trip this May! We are considering hiking the ~21-mile Linville Gorge Grand Loop but will adjust according to interest and ability level. 

We will plan to depart Parking Garage 3 (PG3) the morning of Saturday, May 11th, and return the evening of Sunday, May 12th. 

Space is limited to the first 15 folks who express interest, so sign-up quickly and we'll reach out to coordinate logistics, including transportation and backpacking equipment (including rentals through Duke Outdoors Adventures for those in need of gear)!

Join MM at the Fayetteville Spartan Race on May 5! 

Medicine in Motion is BACK once more for the 2024 Fayetteville Spartan Race! We'll be travelling to Spring Lake, NC for a whirlwind Sprint 5k Race with plenty of thrilling obstacles in rugged terrain. The Sprint is a classic obstacle course race, perfect for newcomers and experienced athletes alike.

In preparation for race day, we're partnering with Dr. Kim McNally, Duke Physical Education professor and Spartan Race guru, to host a functional fitness class at Wilson Gym with tips on conquering Spartan Race obstacles. Free to all with a Duke ID. Sign up here!

In addition, MM is offering 30% off registration using our discount code "MEDMOTION".

So, are you in? Register here!

*if you've already registered, make sure to join our team "Medicine in Motion Duke" in your Spartan account and event organizers will adjust start times to ensure our entire team can participate together.

Join us at the East Campus loop for the first ever group run with Duke Med Run Club (open to all health professions students + friends/family/plus ones)! Runners and walkers of all paces and levels are welcome, we will have several distance options (starting at 1.5 miles). Meet in front of Brodie Gym. Post-run snacks will be provided! 

As the May 5th Fayetteville Spartan Race draws near, we're excited to join forces with Duke Physical Education professor and Spartan Race guru Kim McNally for a functional fitness class in Wilson! We'll meet in the Functional Fitness Space on the bottom floor of Wilson, where Dr. McNally will offer hands-on practice and guidance to conquer Spartan Race obstacles and help demystify some of the equipment available to students. Just bring a water bottle and a towel. Whatever your fitness level and whether or not you're planning to participate in the Spartan Race, ALL Duke health professions student with a Duke ID are welcome to attend! 

We're heading back to WarriorTech in Morrisville for a free Obstacle Course Racing (OCR) class led by Coach Moseby! We'll learn how to traverse various obstacles, tap into our inner ninjas, and monkey around! No prior experience required. The class is limited to 20 spots, so sign up here, and we'll see you there!

We're excited to partner with Dr. Natalie Jones, Duke's Director of Fitness and Wellness for a free, Medicine in Motion exclusive cycling class! Join us Saturday morning close to home at Wilson gym. Just bring a towel and a water bottle and we'll handle the rest. Fun fact: Dr. Jones biked across the United States in 2021 fundraising for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society! 🚴‍♀️🚴🏿‍♂️ Duke ID required for entry! 

It is officially time to sign up for the Duke DPT 19th Annual 5K! 

Please follow the instructions below, registering on this website doesn't mean you are fully registered for the race. 

What is the Duke DPT annual 5K?

This year's race will take place on April 13th  at 10:00 am on the Duke East Campus Loop. 

Register by March 21, 2024, at 11:59 pm to GUARANTEE your race t-shirt! 

The shirt will be a Comfort Colors cotton tee with a vintage-inspired Duke DPT logo. 

Is this a fundraising event?

Yes! All race proceeds go towards the VCU-Marquette Challenge, which supports and funds Physical Therapy research. For more information regarding the VCU-Marquette Challenge, click the link below.

https://marquettechallenge.com/

Okay, I'm convinced, how do I register for the race?

This is a 4 step process this year.

 1. Fill out this Google form to register for the race!  - Google Form: https://forms.gle/GzaRBTgiWXNv4MBb7

 2. Load money onto your Flex account. The eAccounts App makes this process simple or it can be done online at https://dukecard.duke.edu/manage-your-dukecard/.

• Log into your Duke account via the eAccounts app or through the desktop page
• Click “EACCOUNTS” login link
• Select your Flex account and click “Add Money”
• Load $30 into your account through Apple Pay/credit/debit
• Confirm your Flex account total has been updated
• *Once you have loaded your FLEX money you are not quite done yet!!

 3. Follow this link to our race website to make your $30 donation. Your $30 donation covers the race shirt and registration for the race.

 4. Email Terry terry.m.brown@duke.edu and Jordyn jordyn.parks@duke.edu a screenshot confirmation of the donation to confirm registration (please include us both on the email).

~ Please ensure you fully complete all 4 steps to ensure your t-shirt and registration for race day!

I know someone who wants to participate in the race, but they are not a Duke student or faculty member. Can they participate in the race?

Yes. The process is slightly different this year. If you are interested in the 5k but do not have access to a Dukelogin to use Flex money, there are two options for payment.

1. Make a donation with someone else's personal student account with the method listed above that covers you both as racers ($30 per participant; If you use this option, please describe within your screenshot confirmation email with the name of who you paid for).
2. Pay with cash on the day of the race. (This is only an option for non-Duke students or faculty; please still fill out the Google form). – If you are able to do option 1, please do so. This option should be used as a last resort. **Everyone planning on participating in race day should fill out their own Google form please** 

Are there any new aspects of the race this year?

Also yes! This year's race has a little ~twist~ from last year's event.

You can now sign up in a TEAM for the race to add a little more friendly competition. Teams can be between 5-10 people (minimum of 5) and additional/ bigger prizes will be given for winning teams. Winning teams will be decided based on the sum of the TOP 5 finisher’s places that they finish in (similar to cross-country scoring rules). Feel free to join the Medicine in Motion Team! If you are participating on a team, please add your team name and members to this Google sheet: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1J6uclPRuczC8hDzercDdsPrR_2Fkd_TJdK1TMbEgpwY/edit?usp=sharing

If you would like to run the race individually, that is also a great option!

Will there be prizes?

Of course!! Prizes will be given to winning teams, individual top finishers, and raffle winners. Prizes include everything from Duke swag to rock climbing memberships to Fleet Feet gift cards, Medicine in Motion swag (hats, stickers and T-shirts) and more!

We understand this is a lengthy process to sign up, so if you have any additional questions please reach out to Jordyn Parks jordyn.parks@duke.edu and Terry Brown terry.m.brown@duke.edu via email. We cannot wait to continue this annual tradition and to see you all on race day!

Soccer, crossbar challenge, prizes, and orange slices! What more do you need on a sunny spring Saturday afternoon?

Join us for another match-up in the budding rivalry between Duke and UNC Medicine in Motion chapters! This time around, we'll be competing in a full-field 11 v 11 soccer game on Saturday, March 30th. Please arrive before 1:15 PM to prepare for kickoff at 1:30 PM. We will also be holding a crossbar challenge at halftime – winners get a Medicine in Motion shirt! The game will be broken up into two 45-minute halves with a 15 minute break in between for the crossbar challenge and orange slices 🍊

If you plan on playing, please bring hydration, cleats if you have them, and your inner Messi to bring home the win for your chapter! Spectators are also welcome! Let's see who ~motions~ better on the pitch 🏆⚽️

Join us at SPENGA Chapel Hill for a private SPin/strENgth/yoGA class! SPENGA's combination of 20 minutes of spin, 20 minutes of strength training, and 20 minutes of yoga creates a unique fitness experience with space dedicated specifically to each element of the workout, invigorating aromatherapy and workouts fueled by energizing DJ-inspired beats. The class is FREE for all participants but limited to 24 attendees. All equipment you need is included – just make sure to wear tennis shoes, bring a water bottle, and arrive by 11:45am to get checked in. We can't wait to see you there!

Discover the power of mind-body connection and strong postures while grooving to hip hop beats as we welcome back Duke's own Dr. Melissa Bauer for the third time! Join us for a rejuvenating yoga session led by Dr. Bauer, Associate Professor of Anesthesiology in Duke's Women's Anesthesiology Division. Whether you're a seasoned yogi or a beginner, all levels are welcome.

Just bring your water bottle and an open mind for a rejuvenating experience! We encourage you to bring your own yoga mat, though we'll have plenty available courtesy of the Lifestyle Medicine Interest Group. 

Our first pick-up basketball event in February suffered from an unlit basketball court, so we're giving it another whirl – this time with lights GUARANTEED and the addition of pickleball!

On the eve of one of the biggest rivalries in college basketball, join us for UNC Medicine in Motion's inaugural event as the Duke and UNC chapters go head-to-head in games of pick-up basektball and pickleball. Wear your Duke or Carolina blue and meet us at the Southern Boundaries Park in Durham on Friday, March 8th, at 6:00pm to see who ~motions~ better on the courts. 🏆

Medicine in Motion is thrilled to be putting on its first Chair Yoga class! Led by longtime yoga guide and medical student Roshini, this class will move through a full series of yoga asanas to stretch, strengthen, and engage the body, as well as a meditation practice -- all performed while seated. Practitioners of all backgrounds and experienced levels invited -- the more the merrier!

Please wear comfy clothes and bring a light jacket as well as some water. We can't wait to practice with you!