Race benefitted St. Christopher Fund
September 26, 2013 (Springfield, Mo.) – Prime inc. recently hosted the Over the Road and On the Run Prime Gets Fit 5k race at its headquarters in Springfield, Mo., on Saturday, September 21.
The race was organized to wrap up National Truck Driver Appreciation and Wellness Week. Prime is a known leader in the trucking industry for its focus on driver health and wellness. This race was a nice addition to the wellness programs the company already has available to its drivers and was open to Prime’s driving associates, non-driving associates and their families.
“I loved getting to run in the 5k onsite at Prime,” said Andrea Mueller, who works for Prime’s recruiting department. “I ran by multiple Prime drivers in the yard who knew me and cheered me on.”
Nearly 40 participants, including two Prime drivers, took part in the race. John Murray (Fleet Manager) and Annclaire Clay (Driver Personnel Associate) were the top overall male and female winners. Prizes were also given to the top two male and female winners in each of several age groups. The other winners were: Cole Hunt and Emily Neal, for the 11 and under category; Nathan Thoenen and Autumn Rodden for the 21-30 age group; Damian Probstfield and Jennifer Sanderson for the 31-40 age group; Brad Quinn and Huong Doan for the 41-50 age group; Mario Almendarez and Tracie Rodden for the 51-59 age group; and Margaret Banning for the 60 and above age group. Prime Driver Mario Almendarez finished the race in 21 minutes and 31 seconds in 4th place. Prime Driver Glen Vasquez completed the race in 24 minutes and 18 seconds finishing in 11th place.
“It was a great day for a casual 3.1 mile run and it was so good to see young children and parents out there completing the entire race,” said Brad Quinn, who works in Prime’s marketing department. “We hope that next year we’ll double the participation.”
About Prime inc.
Founded in 1970 by Robert Low, Prime Inc. is North America’s most successful refrigerated, flatbed, tanker and logistics trucking company. Headquartered in Springfield, Mo., Prime’s personnel, equipment and technology remains on the cutting edge of the transportation industry, and the company’s growth remains steady and well managed. For information on Prime’s services or career opportunities, visit www.primeinc.com.
