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A 3,000-mile race across the country will take runners right through Nebraska. Virtually.

The Omaha Sports Commission is one of several groups drumming up runners for the Great American 5000, a virtual team run from San Francisco to New York.

Its a way to connect with fellow runners, former teammates or co-workers, said Lindsay Toussant, director of events for the Omaha Sports Commission. Its also a way to keep yourself accountable for staying fit during the summer.

In teams of up to 24, runners have from June 14 to Sept. 14 to tackle the coast-to-coast run. Team participants are encouraged to run as many days as possible, tracking runs using GPS-enabled apps.

As they log miles, runners can see where their teams stack up against the others on the route. Running, walking or hiking all count toward the teams mileage.

To finish the 3,107-mile race, a team of 24 would need each member to run 1.4 miles a day.

The entry fee is $50 per person, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting Feeding America. Participants also will receive a race T-shirt.

When races go virtual, thats something youre doing all on your own, Toussant said. This event is a way for you to work as a team. You can still run this together and keep yourselves accountable.

The best dog breeds to train as running buddies

Alaskan malamute: Best for long-distance runs.

This breed can run long distances in cold or cooler weather. Because of their heavy coats, they arent suited for running in summer temps.

Australian shepherd: Best for long, steady trail runs.

A herding dog, Australian shepherds have energy to chase sheep all day long. Theyre not sprinters, but they can handle a long distance on a trail.

Beagle: Best for brisk, short runs or long, slow runs.

These small hounds may have short legs, but theyre active and need plenty of exercise. Natural hunting dogs, they can handle brisk, short runs or longer runs at a slower pace.

Border collie: Best for long, steady trail runs.

Like Australian shepherds, border collies are full of energy. They arent sprinters, but they can handle a long distance on a trail.

Greyhound: Best for brisk, short runs.

A greyhounds build long legs and a deep chest makes it a natural runner. Theyre best for running quickly over a short distance. Dont expect your greyhound to go for long-distance runs.

German shorthaired pointer: Best for long, steady trail runs.

These sporting dogs are good at sustained exercise in the field. Theyre good for long, steady trail runs.

Labrador retriever: Best for brisk, short runs or long, slow runs.

Labs and other retrievers are hunting dogs, bred to cover long distances in fields. They can tackle brisk, short runs or longer, slower runs. Dont ask them to sprint.

Parson Russell terrier: Best for long-distance runs.

These terriers are 13 to 14 inches tall, but theyre fast enough to run alongside horses. This breed is best suited for long, steady runs.

Rhodesian ridgeback: Best for long-distance runs.

Originally a big game hunter, the Rhodesian ridgeback is speedy and has plenty of endurance. These pups excel at long, steady runs.

Siberian husky: Best for long-distance runs.

Bred to pull sleds with light loads, huskies are good at running long distances at a moderate speed. Like the Alaskan malamute, they arent suited for hot-weather running.

Vizsla: Best for long, steady trail runs.

This high-energy breed, that requires plenty of exercise, does well on long, steady trail runs. The vizslas gait helps to easily cover a lot ground.

Weimaraner: Best for long, steady trail runs.

Weimaraners have speed and endurance. They are best for steady trail runs.

Dogs with short-muzzled faces and short legs: Best for walking.

Dogs with short-muzzled faces, including pugs, shih tzus and Pekingese, should not be walking more than a mile at a time. Short-legged breeds such as chihuahuas may not be ideal running partners either.

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Virtual coast-to-coast race will take runners through Nebraska - Omaha World-Herald

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