5k the AMG Way
- Date Wed 1st October 2025 - Mon 20th October 2025
- Location Virtual Event
- Price Free
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready to join the excitement of the 5K the AMG Way, taking place from October 1st to October 20th, 2025! This innovative virtual event is designed to be inclusive and adaptive for participants of all abilities. Whether you choose to complete a series of adaptive exercises, take a 1-mile walk or push, or tackle a full 5K race, you'll be part of an inspiring movement that champions accessibility in fitness.
Thanks to generous sponsorship, registration for this event is completely free, but participants are encouraged to make a donation to support the AMG Fitness Foundation, which is dedicated to expanding fitness resources for individuals with physical disabilities. Your contribution will help fund the creation of a diverse video library that better represents all abilities, ensuring that everyone can feel included in the fitness community. With a history of over 250 participants and raising more than $20,000 in previous years, this event promises to be bigger and better than ever. Don’t forget to share your journey on social media using #5KTHEAMGWAY, and let’s make this a memorable event together!
Thanks to generous sponsorship, registration for this event is completely free, but participants are encouraged to make a donation to support the AMG Fitness Foundation, which is dedicated to expanding fitness resources for individuals with physical disabilities. Your contribution will help fund the creation of a diverse video library that better represents all abilities, ensuring that everyone can feel included in the fitness community. With a history of over 250 participants and raising more than $20,000 in previous years, this event promises to be bigger and better than ever. Don’t forget to share your journey on social media using #5KTHEAMGWAY, and let’s make this a memorable event together!
Organiser's Description
REGISTER FOR AMG FITNESS FOUNDATION'S ADAPTIVE, VIRTUAL 5K DESIGNED FOR PEOPLE OF ALL ABILITIES!
From WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1ST THROUGH MONDAY, OCTOBER 20TH, complete any of AMG's THREE VIRTUAL ACTIVITIES
1) Adapt: A series of adaptive exercises to do at your own pace.
2) Move: A 1-mile walk or push
3) Gain: A Full 5k race.
Make sure to complete whatever activity you choose by the end of the day on October 20th to be eligible to enter the raffle! Each activity will have a winner, so bring your A-game!
This year, thanks to the generous support of our sponsor MMA, registration for AMGs annual 5K is FREE! However, in lieu of a registration fee, WE ASK EACH PARTICIPANT TO MAKE A DONATION TO SUPPORT THE AMG FITNESS FOUNDATION, AS THIS IS OUR BIGGEST FUNDRAISER OF THE YEAR.
Were especially excited to share that all proceeds from this years race will go directly toward our 2026 initiative: building an expanded video library that represents a diverse range of abilities.
This project will allow participants of all abilities to see themselves reflected in workouts, access safe and effective training, and feel fully included in the fitness community. By supporting this race, youre helping us take a bold step toward making fitness truly accessible for all.
WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO SHARE THE EVENT WITH YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY, CREATE A LOCAL TEAM, AND POST ABOUT IT ON SOCIAL MEDIA USING #5KTHEAMGWAY OR BY TAGGING @5KTHEAMGWAY. WE CAN'T WAIT TO SEE HOW YOU DO THE AMG 5K _YOUR WAY_!
The last three years of this event were a smashing success! We had over 250 participants from coast to coast and raised over $20k! We hope to grow bigger and better this year.
ABOUT AMG FITNESS FOUNDATION: AMG IS a 501(c)(3) non-profit founded by U.S. Paralympian and accessibility advocate Alyssa Gialamas. AMG Fitness enhances fitness resources for individuals with physical disabilities through at-home workouts and in-person adaptive fitness classes in the DC and Chicagoland areas.
From WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1ST THROUGH MONDAY, OCTOBER 20TH, complete any of AMG's THREE VIRTUAL ACTIVITIES
1) Adapt: A series of adaptive exercises to do at your own pace.
2) Move: A 1-mile walk or push
3) Gain: A Full 5k race.
Make sure to complete whatever activity you choose by the end of the day on October 20th to be eligible to enter the raffle! Each activity will have a winner, so bring your A-game!
This year, thanks to the generous support of our sponsor MMA, registration for AMGs annual 5K is FREE! However, in lieu of a registration fee, WE ASK EACH PARTICIPANT TO MAKE A DONATION TO SUPPORT THE AMG FITNESS FOUNDATION, AS THIS IS OUR BIGGEST FUNDRAISER OF THE YEAR.
Were especially excited to share that all proceeds from this years race will go directly toward our 2026 initiative: building an expanded video library that represents a diverse range of abilities.
This project will allow participants of all abilities to see themselves reflected in workouts, access safe and effective training, and feel fully included in the fitness community. By supporting this race, youre helping us take a bold step toward making fitness truly accessible for all.
WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO SHARE THE EVENT WITH YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY, CREATE A LOCAL TEAM, AND POST ABOUT IT ON SOCIAL MEDIA USING #5KTHEAMGWAY OR BY TAGGING @5KTHEAMGWAY. WE CAN'T WAIT TO SEE HOW YOU DO THE AMG 5K _YOUR WAY_!
The last three years of this event were a smashing success! We had over 250 participants from coast to coast and raised over $20k! We hope to grow bigger and better this year.
ABOUT AMG FITNESS FOUNDATION: AMG IS a 501(c)(3) non-profit founded by U.S. Paralympian and accessibility advocate Alyssa Gialamas. AMG Fitness enhances fitness resources for individuals with physical disabilities through at-home workouts and in-person adaptive fitness classes in the DC and Chicagoland areas.
Races
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Adapt - AMG Exercise
Free
Please complete the following workout at your own pace. Warm-up: Shoulder taps - 30 seconds Arm circles - 30 seconds Repeat 2x AMG's Favorite Exercises: Seated burpee 10x Seated seatbelts 10x each side Invisible medicine ball slams - 45 seconds Seated jumping jacks - 45 seconds Repeat 3x You can time yourself and record your time on your registrant portal. -
Move - 1 Mile Walk or Push
Free
Walk or push your wheelchair for 1 mile. Time yourself and record your time on your registrant portal. -
Gain - 5k
Free
Walk, jog, or run for 5k. Time yourself and record your time on your registrant portal.
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