National Recovery Month Awareness Virtual Run/Walk

**MEDALS SOLD OUT. USE CODE FINAL10 for $10 OFF

National Recovery Month is a national observance held every September to educate Americans that substance use treatment and mental health services can enable those with a mental and/or substance use disorder to live a healthy and rewarding life. This observance reinforces the positive message that behavioral health is essential to overall health, prevention works, treatment is effective, and people can and do recover.

This race benefits:

• NAADAC, the Association for Addiction Professionals, the premier global organization of addiction focused professionals who enhance the health and recovery of individuals, families and communities.
• Partnership to End Addiction, helping families whose children are in the throes of substance abuse and preventing drug use among young people.

HOW TO COMPLETE YOUR VIRTUAL RUN/WALK

• Register for the race and print your bib
• Complete a 5k, 10k or Half Marathon run/walk at your convenience, any time, anywhere between September 1-30, 2022
• Submit your time (optional) to see how you placed overall and receive your finisher certificate.
• Celebrate your accomplishment by sharing on social media! #RunsForAPurpose
• Feel free to join the Virtual Runs for a Purpose Facebook Group to share and celebrate with other participants. Don't forget to follow our Facebook page too!

REGISTRATION INCLUDES

• Recovery Month Awareness Medal (SOLD OUT)
• Printable Race Bib
• Printable Finisher Certificate

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

• Do I have to track my time / How do I track my time?
  No, tracking your time is optional. There are several apps available that you can use to track your time. Here is a list of the top 10 apps.
• Do all team members have to participate together?
  No, that is the great part about a virtual race! Each team member can run/walk at their own pace on their own time.
• Do all team members have to do the same distance?
  No, each team member can choose to do their own distance.
• Can I split up the distance over several days?
  Yes, you can certainly split up your distance over time if needed.
• Do I have to submit my time to get my medal?
  No, submitting your time is optional, you will still get your medal regardless. But if you would like to print off your finisher certificate, you will need to submit your time.
• When will I get my medal and/or shirt?
  Medals will start to ship in August. Shirts ordered by August 7th will arrive in time for the race. Shirts ordered after August 7th will ship after the race.
• How do I print my bib?
  Bibs are provided in digital format. Once you register, you will be automatically assigned a bib number. In your RunSignUp.com account, under “Profile” then “Upcoming Events”, you will see an option to print your bib for this race.