Mat-Side Milers
Welcome to Mat-Side Milers!
Mat-Side Milers is part of the broader Cheer Dads community — extending the same pride, presence, and commitment into your health and wellness.
This is a running and walking movement for cheer dads — built for real life, long weekends, and showing up where it matters most.
This isn’t a race. There are no podiums or leaderboards, and no pressure. There is no need for special gear and you don’t have to be at a specific fitness level. You just need to show up.
Train where cheer takes you.
Mat-Side Milers is a global walking and running movement for cheer dads — focused on health, consistency, and presence over pace. Whether it’s a quiet hotel parking lot walk, a sunrise group run before a competition, or a solo loop between sessions, every step matters.
No pace goals. No distance minimums. Just movement.
Be sure to join our Strava group to stay connected and hear about future community events. Click the links below for more information on how to organize your own local Mat-Side Milers chapter.
We hope to see you soon!