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Thousands of runners travel to the nation’s capital each October, to compete for the top spot in the Army’s Race! Learn full details below on registration, new gear, and more!
You're invited to the ATM Post-Race Party, the ATM Hooah Tent Zone!
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Deputy Race Directors Note
Hear from the Army Ten-Miler Deputy Race Director and learn what's in store for 2025!
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ATM Registration Details Register for Army Ten-Miler with confidence. See details on registration + the ARMY-NAVY Challenge!
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10 Miler Training Plan
Train to run the best 10 miles of your life We're rooting for you!
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Shadow Run Series presented by HOIST Hydration Host an event at your overseas location!
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ATM Expo Details presented by Navy Federal Credit Union
Learn everything you need to know about packet pickup, runner gear and more, all available at the Army Ten-Miler Expo!
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General Dynamics Pasta Dinner Pasta, Fun and more, all at the General Dynamics Pasta Dinner!
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Special Sponsor Messages
Hear from 2025 Official Army Ten-Miler Sponsors
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Deputy Race Director's Note
Maya Johnson Army Ten-Miler Deputy Director
On behalf of our entire team, it is with great pleasure and heartfelt appreciation that we welcome you to the 41st Annual Army Ten-Miler! We are truly honored that you have chosen to be a part of this event, especially in such a landmark year, celebrating 250 years of the US ARMY!
We are continuously inspired by the passion, patriotism and community spirit that you bring each year Your participation is a vital part of our legacy, and we are thrilled to have you join us as we mark an extraordinary milestone in US Army history
We've been listening closely to your feedback, staying connected with you throughout the year, and using your insights to enhance the overall runner experience, from registration to the finish line
New! This year you can also celebrate one of America’s most iconic rivalries by participating in the Army-Navy Challenge when running at the Army TenMiler in Washington, DC, on October 12, 2025. Runners can choose which branch they want to represent, Army or Navy, while honoring the 250th birthdays of both military branches.
The challenge can be selected when registering for the 41 Annual Army Ten-Miler race or, via a runner’s ACTIVE myEvents profile, if previously registered. The challenge is free of charge, but not free of swag! All challenge participants will receive a special commemorative Army-Navy Challenge pin to show your patriotism and support for your favorite military branch We can’t wait to see the energy you will bring on race day!
You may be here to challenge yourself, express your patriotism, reconnect with fellow service men and women, or simply share in the joy of movement with others, know that you are a valued part of this event and our larger story.
Thank you again for being here. Let’s make this year’s event one to remember Run Army, Run Strong!
HOOAH!
Maya Johnson DEPUTY RACE DIRECTOR
Maya Johnson
WELCOME TO THE 41 ANNUAL ARMY TEN-MILER ST
ATM Registration Details
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Army Ten-Miler Race Registration is open and available to everyone! Runners may register for the best ten miles, ever and make memories in the nation’s capital. Whether you're running with your crew, for your personal fitness goals, or just for fun, don’t miss this race!
Registration discount code is available on page 11! Learn registration details and Army-Navy challenge, below...
INDIVIDUAL RACE REGISTRATION:
Runner Registration for the 41st Annual Army Ten-Miler is open at armytenmiler com/register
Registration is open to everyone ages 13 years old and up. The cost of the ATM In-Person
Individual General Registration is $99 plus processing fees until August 31, 2025. Prices will follow price increases reflected in the chart above, continuing up to $125 plus processing fees, at the ATM Expo. Active is the provider of ATM registration platform. In order to register, you will be prompted to create an Active account as a part of ATM registration
TEAMS REGISTRATION:
All teams are in-person teams There are no virtual teams Runners who wish to register and run as a team can register during Priority or General registration using the team registration link. The cost of the ATM In-Person Team General Registration is $99 plus processing fees until August 31, 2025. Prices will increase to $110 plus processing fees, at the ATM Expo Team Registration will follow the Individual Registration price schedule and potential price increases.
JOIN A TEAM:
You can join a team that already exists. Obtain a team name and a team password from the team captain and click on Join a Team link on ATM registration site The price for the team registration for one runner is $99. This price does not include team name creation cost of $60 + processing fees, because when Joining a Team, a runner is not creating a team. To create a team, see
Creating a Team section below Team Registration will follow the Individual Registration price schedule and potential price increases. Team captains select runners for their teams. A team captain can add/remove a runner from a team. Only a team captain can provide you with a name/password of a team they want you to join ATM does not have open teams you can join if you do not know the team captain.
THERE ARE TWO OPTIONS TO CREATE A TEAM
1. NON-PARTICIPATING TEAMCAPTAIN:
Any person can create a team as a non-participating team captain by buying a team name for $60. Buying a team name for $60 does not include a runner registration cost of $99. Therefore, a non-participating team captain is not registered to run in the ATM. A nonparticipating team captain only acts as an administrator for a team they created As a team administrator, the non-participating team captain may purchase up to 8 pre-paid race entries (8 x $99 = $792 + $60 team name + processing fees) during the registration All teams are inperson teams. There are no virtual teams. You will be asked to provide a team name. A Team Name is a name you chose to give your team (i.e. ATMRUNNERS23). You can password protect your team if you wish (i e runfast), but you are not required to password protect it Protecting your team with a password prevents unknown runners from entering your team. Team Registration will follow the Individual Registration price schedule and potential price increases.
2. CREATE A TEAM:
Participating team captain, a runner who wants to purchase a team name to create a team ($60 + processing fees) and register to run on that same team ($99 + processing fees) should click on Create a Team link. They will be automatically appointed as the team captain. They will have an opportunity during registration to invite registered runners to join their team if they know the runners’ email addresses. If not, they can invite runners who are already registered to join their team after registration using Active Team Management tool. If the team captain is not yet ready to fill their team with runners, they can purchase up to 8 per-paid race entry links during registration (8 x $99 + processing fees) and will have until August 22, 2025, to use/fill the prepaid race entries with actual runners All unused pre-paid entries will expire on August 22, 2025
A Team Name is a name you chose to give your team (i.e. ATMRUNNERS23). You can password protect your team if you wish (i e runfast), but, you are not required to password protect it Protecting your team with a password prevents random runners from entering your team. ATM does not offer refunds/deferrals for unused pre-paid entries or any fees/costs you incurred in association with ATM. All teams are in-person. There are no virtual teams.
To view full details on Team Registration How-To Tips, please visit: https://www.armytenmiler.com/race-day/team-management/
PRE-PAID RACE ENTRY INVITATIONS:
The cost of the ATM In-Person Pre-Paid Race Entry Registration is $99 plus processing fees until August 22, 2025. Prices will follow the Individual Registration price schedule and potential price increases Pre-Paid race entries provide team captains with flexibility of buying up to 8 prepaid registrations (8 x $99 + processing fees) without knowing who the runners on their team(s) will be In order to purchase pre-paid race entries a runner must first create a team by purchasing a team name ($60 + processing fees). A team captain can send pre-paid race entry invitations to selected runners during registration if they know runners’ email addresses. If not, they can send the pre-paid race entry invitations after the registration using Active Team Management. All pre-paid invitations must be used by August 22, 2025. If not used by August 22, 2025, the team captain will lose purchased pre-paid race entries. ATM does not offer refunds/deferrals for the unused pre-paid race entries It is team captain’s responsibility to fill their pre-paid race entries before the deadline, August 22, 2025.
TEAM MANAGEMENT:
All Team Changes must be completed by August 22, 2025. A captain will manage their team using Active Team Management tool located in their Active Account Active Team Management Tool is used to:
1.Send and re-send race entry invitations to registered runners you want to join your team.
2 Use pre-paid race entries if you purchased any To use pre-paid race entries, you will need to know email addresses of runners who you wish to provide with pre-paid registration links.
3 Resend the invitations to join your team if your runners did not receive the link due to their email issues, junk mail, etc.
4.Adding and Dropping team members
5 Changing team captains
6.Deleting unfilled team slots
INTRODUCING THE ARMY-NAVY CHALLENGE
Army Ten-Miler (ATM) has added an Army-Navy Challenge option for runners, celebrating one of America’s most iconic rivalries – while honoring the 250th birthdays for both military branches this year. Participants can enter the Army-Navy Challenge during registration – GO Army or GO Navy – and will receive a special pin demonstrating patriotism and support for their favorite military branch Runners who previously registered may login to ACTIVE MyEvents to enter the challenge via the Edit Registration option. Runners will collect their Army-Navy Challenge pins at Pentagon North Lot - ATM awards stage, along with their bibs, shirts and other race materials The only ATM packet pick-up location will be at the DC Armory during the two-day ATM Expo on Friday, Oct. 10 and Saturday, Oct. 11.
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PRESENTED BY HOIST HYDRATION
HYDRATION TIPS BY HOIST:
Make it a habit to drink water throughout the day, not only when you ' re thirsty. Balance electrolytes if you ' re sweating in the summer heat or exercising, replacing electrolytes (sodium, potassium, magnesium, calcium) are essential. Water alone doesn't cut it. Eat hydrating foods — eating fruits and vegetables high in water content help keep you hydrated. EX: cucumbers, watermelon)
Monitor urine output and color — dark urine and less frequent bathroom visits may be a sign of dehydration If you feel dizzy or have a headache, you could be dehydrated. Drink a beverage with electrolytes.
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ATM Gear
Gear up and look Hooah with this comfortable and lightweight Eddie Bauer half zip. Featuring material that wicks sweat and dries fast. This performance stretch fabric offers a warm and soft fit. The Army Ten-Miler logo is embroidered on the left chest. Offered in men + women’s sizes S, M, L, XL, and 2X. Satisfaction is guaranteed by G&G Outfitters.
ATM Gear
Elevate your ATM training in this 100% polyester, moisture-wicking, short sleeve tee that has reflective details and strategically placed honeycomb insets for extra ventilation and breathability. Offered in men + women’s sizes S, M, L, XL, and 2X Satisfaction is guaranteed by G&G Outfitters
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ATM Expo
ATM Expo
presented by Navy Federal Credit Union
Expo Dates: Oct. 11 & 12, 2025 - 8am to 6pm at DC Armory
o race participants closer to the race date.
n-Person Race Runner Packets:
unner Packets including the finisher oin, runner shirt, bib, calendar, and ag will be available for pick-up at the rmy Ten-Miler Expo.
irtual Race Runner Packets:
unner Packets including the finisher oin, runner shirt, bib, calendar, and ag will be mailed to the address cluded on Runner Registration.
General Dynamics Pasta Dinner
Pasta Dinner Date: Oct. 11, 2025 - 7pm at Crystal Gateway Marriott
General Dynamics Pasta Dinner
Tickets:
Purchase tickets when you register – only $43! Known for its hearty buffet and esprit de corps, the dinner is attended by the Sergeant Major of the Army, Sergeants Major of the Guard and Reserve, and runners from around the world. This dinner always sells out so buy your tickets early. Visit your ACTIVE myEvents profile to purchase tickets.
ATM Hooah Tent Zone
Please Contact Aricka Vaughan at aricka.a.vaughan.naf@army.mil for
Secure your Hooah Tent today and support your runners and teams on October 12, 2025, at the Army Ten-Miler Race at the Pentagon.
This popular post-race activity features U.S. Military commands from around the world that support their teams, promote their mission, and promote their "Army Spirit.” For further information or to purchase a Hooah Tent contact Ms. Aricka Vaughan at aricka.a.vaughan.naf@army.mil.
ATM Youth Run
ATM Youth Run Race Date: Oct. 12, 2025 - 11:30 am, at the Pentagon
ATM In-Person Youth Run Registration:
Army Ten-Miler Youth Run Registration is open now!
The Youth Run is a non-competitive race event for 12 years old and under. All runners get to experience the pride of completing an ATM Youth Run. Each registered runner receives a race bib, a t-shirt, and a medal.
The distance for the ATM Youth Run is: 400 meters
ATM Virtual Youth Run Registration:
The Virtual Youth Run is a non-competitive race event for 12 years old and under. All runners get to experience the pride of completing a virtual ATM Youth Run. Each registered runner receives a race bib, t-shirt and a medal. ATM Virtual Youth Run participants are not required to submit results, youth run results will not be scored nor evaluated by ATM.
The distance for the ATM Youth Run is: 400 meters
ATM Virtual Youth Run Runner Packets Include: Finisher Medal
Runner T-Shirt
Runner Bib
Both events are for ages 0-12 years old.
2025 Official ATM Sponsors
Sole-Lead Sponsor
AUSA
Happy 250th birthday to the U.S. Army! The Association of the United States Army (AUSA) is honored to be the Army Ten Miler’s sole lead and founding sponsor As the Army’s professional association, AUSA provides a voice for the Army, supports the Soldier, and honors those who have served to advance the security of the nation. AUSA proudly cheers on those who stand in solidarity with America’s Army.
Major Sponsors
ACTIVE Network delivers premier software solutions proven to help organizations and municipalities grow and thrive for years to come Our industry-leading suite of products has everything needed to provide unparalleled experiences for both staff and customers alike
AMAZON
Amazon is committed to supporting the military veteran community In 2021, we pledged to hire 100,000 veterans and military spouses worldwide by 2024, and in January 2024 we exceeded that goal Amazon also offers a range of career programs to assist transitioning service members and military spouses, including prepaid tuition programs, mentorships, military spouse support, and deployment benefits Learn more at www aboutamazon com
ARMED FORCES MUTUAL AID ASSOCIATION
Established in 1879, the American Armed Forces Mutual Aid Association (AAFMAA) is the longest-standing, non-profit financial solutions provider supporting military families and veterans with advice, information, insurance, financial planning, investments, mortgages, survivor assistance and other benefits. Join the Family
BAE SYSTEMS
BAE Systems, Inc. and its nearly 41,000 people are part of a global defense, aerospace, and security company with approximately 100,000 employees worldwide We deliver products and services for air, land, sea and space, as well as advanced electronics, intelligence, security, and IT solutions and support services Our dedication shows in everything we design, produce, and deliver to protect those who protect us in a high-performance, innovative culture We push the limits of possibility to provide a critical advantage to our customers where it counts
2025 Official ATM Sponsors
Major Sponsors (cont.)
THE BOEING COMPANY
As a leading global aerospace company, Boeing develops, manufactures and services commercial airplanes, defense products and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries.Boeing is dedicated to supporting veterans, military spouses and their families. Learn more atjobs.boeing.com/veterans
GENERAL DYNAMICS
General Dynamics is committed to serving our Soldiers on the battlefield and in our communities. We are a proud sponsor of the 2025 Army Ten-Miler. Visit us at www.gd.com.
HOIST
When we say HOIST is Warfighter-tested and battlefield approved, it’s not hypedup marketing. HOIST is an electrolyte hydration beverage approved for use by the U.S. Department of Defense. When you drink HOIST, you’re drinking the same formula that helps keep America’s Service Members hydrated so they can get the job done. www.drinkhoist.com
KBR
KBR, a proud Major Sponsor of the Army Ten-Miler. We deliver mission critical services to the U.S. military and coalition partners around the world. Our key capabilities include base operations; contingency and expeditionary support; strategic asset management; global logistics; prepositioned stock; and integrated supply chain management. Visit https://solutions.kbr.com/readiness-andsustainment/
LEONARDO DRS
Leonardo DRS is an innovative and agile provider of advanced defense technology to U.S. national security customers and allies around the world. We specialize in the design, development and manufacture of advanced sensing, network computing, force protection, power and propulsion, and other leading missioncritical technologies. For more information visitLeonardoDRS.com.
2025 Official ATM Sponsors
Major Sponsors (cont.)
LOCKHEED MARTIN
Lockheed Martin is a global defense technology company driving innovation and advancing scientific discovery Our all-domain mission solutions and 21st Century Security vision accelerate the delivery of transformative technologies to ensure those we serve always stay ahead of ready More information at Lockheedmartin com
MARATHONFOTO
Smile! Take advantage of MarathonFoto’s best prices Secure your images from the 2025 Army Ten-Miler now, and all you'll need to do on race day is smile Package includes ALL digital images from race day Photos will be delivered via email post-race Pre-race offer available for a limited time only
NAVY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
Navy Federal Credit Union serves the armed forces, DoD, veterans and their families. Members enjoy the support of a financial institution that puts their needs first with marketing-leading savings rates, low loan rates and award-winning service at more than 355 branches worldwide Our members are the mission Insured by NCUA
WOUNDED WARRIOR
Wounded Warrior Project® empowers post-9/11 wounded, ill, and injured service members whether active duty, transitioning, or veterans through life-changing programs and advocacy As the nation’s leading veterans service organization, we’re transforming how America cares for those who served supporting their total well-being today and for generations to come.
Supporting Sponsors
G&G OUTFITTERS
The EVENTSHOPS Division of G&G Outfitters is a proud sponsor and the sole provider of the ATM branded merchandise G&G’s EVENTSHOPS manages the ATM Online Store and Gear Store at the ATM Expo Visit us online at www army10 ggoutfitters com and stop by the ATM Expo to pick up ATM Branded Name Brand Apparel
