Working the WVU Medicine Health Expo tent on Sunday through the Tough As Nails Urban Challenge offered by The Health Plan are, from left, Cole Skaggs, communications specialist for WVU Medicine; Erica Stauvert, an MRI technician; Skyler VanGosen, a affected person entry supervisor; Kayla Conaway, human sources; and Jody Howell, ultrasound technologist. (Photo by Shelley Hanson)

Those who raced the Ogden Newspapers Half Marathon Classic or the Tough As Nails Urban Challenge offered by The Health Plan may need caught some nasty cramps throughout their treks via Wheeling. WVU Medicine was prepared to assist each Saturday and Sunday of the Ogden Newspapers Wellness Weekend offered by WVU Medicine, providing free massages at their Health Expo Tent exterior WesBanco Arena.

The free service was a part of the Wellness Weekend in Wheeling. Saturday was headlined by the half marathon in addition to many different races for various ages and health ranges. Sunday featured the each the Heritage Trail Bicycle Tour and the Tough As Nails impediment course.

Cole Skaggs, communications specialist for WVU Medicine, mentioned a bodily therapist was on website to offer care to racers in want.

“We also provided free giveaways and swag to the community. We’re honored to be a part of this great event,” he mentioned.

Skaggs mentioned these working the tent additionally took the time to clarify providers provided by the hospital system, together with employment alternatives.

“We also have a medical tent at the start line with medical providers,” Skaggs mentioned, noting if a racer fell or had another medical subject they may obtain assist there.

Skaggs famous he has not but tried any of the race actions.

“After being here, I want to. It looks like a really fun time,” he mentioned. “But you need to prepare for it although; 6 miles is an efficient means for the Tough As Nails.

“It’s exciting though. It’s good to see everyone come out and enjoy the festivities, and it’s a good way to start the Memorial Day weekend.”