Healthy Residents, Healthy Community
From Stigma Free Fishers, which brings awareness to mental health issues through new community-focused actions, to over 132 miles of paved and nature trails and 24 parks where you can enjoy #ecotherapy, the health and wellness of our residents is at the forefront of everything we do.
Featured Health & Wellness Stories
Discover the Joy of Trail Running at Ritchey Woods Nature Preserve
Hello, fellow running enthusiasts and nature lovers! It's Max here, your friendly Geist Half Marathon ambassador, and I'm thrilled to share my latest adventure with you—a delightful trail run through the enchanting Ritchey Woods Nature Preserve. This beautiful spot...
Meet Your Neighbor: 2024 Accessibility & Inclusion Award Winners
The City of Fishers celebrates National Disability Awareness Month in March with a series of events, workshops, and initiatives. These events aim at engaging the community and celebrating inclusion, collaboration, and acceptance in Fishers. This year, the Fishers...
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Meet Your Neighbor: Stacey Oldham, March Disability Awareness Month Kickoff Speaker
During March Disability Awareness Month, Stacey Oldham is dedicated to raising awareness about disabilities and offering support to those who live with them. She sees this month as an opportunity to highlight the experiences of people with disabilities and to share...
Racing for Love
This Valentine’s Day, love is in the air! What better time to celebrate the saying, “Couples who run together, stay together!” Jen and Monterry are Geist Half Marathon Series ambassadors and husband and wife runners. They shared their first date on the Monon during...
Find Your Running Community
Looking to grow your running community, connect with others who share your passion, and build a support system for your upcoming race training? Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting your running journey, there are many local running clubs around Fishers...
Meet City of Fishers Culture of Health Ambassador
The Fishers Parks Department has welcomed Ginny Zimmerman as the new Geist Half Marathon Race Director and Culture of Health Ambassador. Zimmerman has been with the Fishers Parks Department for the last 5 years prior to hopping into this new role. With the Geist Half...
Tips for Tackling Cold Weather Runs
Negative wind chills got you down? As temperatures drop, you may be tempted to hibernate indoors. However, with the right preparation and mindset, cold weather running can be frosty fun. Check out our top tips from our Geist Half Series Ambassadors to help you hit the...
Refuel and Redeem on Race Day
After crossing the finish line at the Geist Half Marathon and 5K, continue the celebration! Find a place to refuel your energy or soak in your incredible accomplishment. Be sure to take advantage of one or more local race day deals. You put in the work, you pushed...
Best Fall Running Trails
With the changing leaves and the crisp air, fall is one of the best times to run outdoors. Whether you are a seasoned runner or just starting out, here are Fishers Running Club’s 5 favorite running trails this fall #AroundFishers. You can find these trails and more on...
Must See Stops Along the Geist 5K & Half Marathon Course
Breathtaking surroundings, an overwhelming sense of community, and the chance to reach your fitness goals are just a few of the reasons to participate in the 15th annual Geist Half Marathon & 5K on Saturday, September 16. This year’s Geist Half Marathon & 5K...
Running Wisdom from Geist Half Ambassadors
The annual Geist Half Marathon (GHM) and 5K races are around the corner, scheduled for Saturday, September 16! Hydration, pace, and proper fuel are just a few basics from commonly given advice, so we asked the GHM Ambassadors how they prepare the perfect stride for...
5 Places to Destress Around Fishers
Having places to destress is essential for your mental, physical, social, and emotional health. Luckily, our vibrant city possesses many unique places to do so. In honor of May Mental Health Awareness Month, I created a list of five of places you can sit back, relax,...