Wear Blue: Run to Remember is more than a movement—it’s a living, breathing tribute to service, sacrifice, and community. For the OCR community, it offers a powerful way to connect purpose with movement.
In obstacle course racing, we push our limits. We climb, crawl, and carry—often in honor of something greater than ourselves. That’s why Wear Blue: Run to Remember resonates so deeply. It’s a national nonprofit running community that honors the service and sacrifice of the American military through purposeful movement, remembrance, and connection.
The story of Wear Blue began with a small group of military spouses who gathered to run in memory of their fallen loved ones. What started as a personal act of healing quickly grew into a national network of runners, walkers, veterans, service members, Gold Star families, and supporters. Today, Wear Blue hosts community runs across the country, each one anchored in remembrance and resilience.
At the heart of every Wear Blue event is the Circle of Remembrance. Before the run begins, participants gather to speak aloud the names of fallen service members they wish to honor. It’s a moment of stillness and solidarity—a reminder that no one runs alone. After the circle, participants walk or run at their own pace, united by purpose rather than performance.
For the OCR community, this ethos is familiar. We know what it means to show up for each other, to carry more than just physical weight. Wear Blue offers a space where our grit meets grace—where every step becomes a tribute, and every mile a message.
What makes Wear Blue especially powerful is its inclusivity. You don’t have to be a runner. You don’t need a bib number or a stopwatch. You just need a name to remember and a willingness to move. Whether you’re a veteran, a civilian, or someone simply seeking connection, you’re welcome in the circle.
The organization also offers programs like the Gold Star Race Program, which pairs surviving family members with mentors and training support to complete endurance events in honor of their loved ones. These stories of transformation—of grief turned into movement—mirror the kind of resilience we see on OCR courses every day.
So how can you get involved? It’s simple. Visit wearblueruntoremember.org to find a community run near you. Most runs are held on Saturday mornings, and they’re free and open to all. You can also bring Wear Blue to your own OCR training group—start a circle, speak the names, and run with intention.
To learn more http://www.wearbluetoremember.org
Because every mile matters. Every name matters. And every step forward is a step in remembrance.
