The Race is On, Humans: The Nike+ Human Race 10k

Looking for somewhere to put all that vicarious athletic aggression spawned by endless hours of Olympics-watching? You’ll find your chance in next Sunday’s Nike+Human Race 10K, a tech-enhanced running event that aims to unite the world in sweat-soaked solidarity.

Runners from around the globe can participate in the race by hooking up to the Nike network via a Nike+SportBand or Nike+iPod, but we don’t need to worry about that virtual community stuff. Austin has been selected as one of the 25 cities that will receive a full-fledged 10K setup, with a course that begins and ends at 6th and Congress.

Running 6.2 miles during the month of August probably sounds more palatable to the Londoners and Vancouverites who’ll be taking part, but there’s no doubt that, come August 31, Congress will be crammed with fit-crazy Austinites prepared to accept Nike’s worldwide challenge to race against the world.

Those who need a push to the starting line even have time to shape up a little before the big day. Four official Nike Club Runs remain, so head to Six Lounge on Thursday (that's tonight), Starbucks on Saturday or Guero’s on Tuesday if you need a kick in the pants (along with some free refreshments and maybe a little music).