Make Like The Bachelor with a Neon Date Dash
This post is sponsored by FitFluential on behalf of Neon Dash but all opinions are my own.
Remember on The Bachelor — before you realized that Juan Pablo was sort of a D-bag — when he and Kat go to that rave-like run for their one-on-one date? Remember thinking how totally awesome it looked, and wishing someone would take you on a cool date like that?
I mean, what fitness junkie wouldn’t love a date that involves sweating, dancing, and making-out, all while covered in neon body paint?
Well guess what? Unlike other aspects of that totally unrealistic show, neon runs are a real thing, and you can totally re-enact a super fun date like theirs in your own hometown.
The Neon Dash Original 5K Run & Walk has been going on since 2011 and now takes place in 28 cities nationwide.
It’s coming to L.A. on September 26th, and you best believe the BF and I will be out there running the streets in head-to-toe hot pink, and hauling butt like a rose depends on it.
You don’t have to be super athletic to participate. For many people who join in, it’s their first 5K. It’s so chill that they don’t even keep track of times.
The focus is on fun, and people are usually decked out in crazy costumes and light-up gear. They also douse you in non-toxic neon water or powder pre-race, so you’ll be glowing like a Christmas tree under the course’s industrial strength blacklights.
Post-race, they have live music and entertainment at the After Dash Bash.
If you want to get in on the fun – and why the heck wouldn’t you – you can sign up here. Use the code “FIT” for $7 off registration.
While this would be a fun date idea, it could also a great place to meet a sweaty soulmate.
Just beware of Juan Pablo. I hear he’s on the prowl again, and you know he’ll find any excuse to show off his sexy dance moves.
Note: The Neon Dash is family friendly. So mommies, feel free to bring your strollers.
Holly @ EatGreatBEGreat says:
This looks like so much fun! I’ve never done a night run before, but I totally would sometime!
Karen @ Kama Fitness says:
OMG it looks like so much fun!!! Now this is the kind of “running” I think I would like! lolz!
Jordan @ The Blonde Vegan says:
Waaaiit this looks like so much fun. And I totes remember when JP and Kat went on that date– one of his finer moments, because he only went downhill from there! And yay, I’m going to be back in LA by September so I can actually do this! Exciting :)
Whitney English says:
Sweet! Excited you’re coming!!
GiGi Eats Celebrities says:
OMG WE SHOULD HAVE A BACHELOR VIEWING PARTY NEXT MONDAY!!!! yes??? LOL!
Lauren @ ihadabiglunch says:
I’ve never done this but I always hear about it coming to Chicago and now that I officially live here I should totally do it! Plus I bet I could get Zain to do it with me since it seems just for fun and only a 5k. With the whole Bachelor thing…I JUST WANT TO KNOW WHAT’S TRUE. It’s so sad how much I care but I just want the truth! haha
Bethann Wagner says:
I haven’t seen The Bachelor, but I did do a Rave Run with The Banker in Denver last year and it was awesome! A neon run kind of seems like a color run + a rave run… ergo, I need to try this! xoxo, Bethann
Katy says:
Juan Pablo and Nikki split?! That’s SO SHOCKING! ;) This race looks really fun. I actually wanted to do it last time it was in LA. Maybe if you and the BF are participating, we’ll join you.
Brittany @ Barr & Table says:
I’m so bummed there isn’t a Neon Dash closer to me.. looks so fun!