5k the AMG Way

Thursday, April 25 – Sunday, May 5, 2024 Past event
12:00 PM EDT
$38.10 · 3 races
5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for a fantastic fitness experience with the "5K the AMG Way," taking place from Thursday, April 25 to Sunday, May 5, 2024! This exciting adaptive virtual event is designed for participants of all abilities and is a wonderful opportunity to engage in physical activity while supporting a great cause. Choose from three activities: a 1-mile walk or push, a 5K run or walk, or a series of adaptive exercises tailored for everyone. You can complete your chosen activity at your own pace, anywhere you like, during the week-long event.

For those in the Washington DC area, join the AMG community in person at Jennie Dean Park on May 4th at 9:00 AM for a lively gathering where you can participate in any of the three races. With prizes up for grabs and the chance to connect with fellow fitness enthusiasts, this event promises to be both fun and inspiring. Last year, over 150 participants took part, raising more than $7,000 for the AMG Fitness Foundation, and this year, we’re aiming for even greater success! Don’t miss your chance to make a difference while enjoying fitness your way—remember to share your experience on social media using #5ktheAM

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Races

  • Adapt - AMG Exercise

    Virtual

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & AMG Fitness Tote Bag!

    I'd like you to 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.

    Thursday, Apr 25, 2024

    $38.10

    Entries closed
  • Move - 1 Mile Walk or Push

    Virtual

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & AMG Fitness Tote Bag!

    Walk or push your wheelchair for 1 mile. Time yourself and record your time on your registrant portal.

    Thursday, Apr 25, 2024

    $38.10

    Entries closed
  • Gain - 5k

    Virtual

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & AMG Fitness Tote Bag!

    Walk, jog, or run for 5k. Time yourself and record your time on your registrant portal.

    Thursday, Apr 25, 2024

    $38.10

    Entries closed

Organiser's description

REGISTER FOR AMG FITNESS FOUNDATION'S ADAPTIVE, VIRTUAL 5K DESIGNED FOR PEOPLE OF ALL ABILITIES!!

From THURSDAY, APRIL 25 THROUGH SUNDAY, MAY 5, complete any of AMG's three virtual activities a series of adaptive exercises designed by AMG, a 1-mile walk/push, or a 5k at your pace. Make sure to complete whatever activity you choose by the end of the day on May 5th to be eligible to enter into the raffle! Each activity will have a winner, so bring your A-game! Since this event is in-person AND virtual, registrants can participate from anywhere, anytime during the weeklong race period. We encourage you to spread the word to your friends and family, create a local team, and share the event on social media using #5ktheAMGway or by tagging @5ktheAMGway. We can't wait to see how you do the AMG 5k _your way_!

Last year was a smashing success! We had over 150 participants from coast to coast and raised over $7k! We hope to grow bigger and better this year.

IF YOU ARE IN THE WASHINGTON DC AREA, JOIN THE AMG COMMUNITY IN PERSON AT JENNIE DEAN PARK (3630 27TH ST S, ARLINGTON, VA 22206) ON MAY 4TH AT 9::00 AM TO COMPLETE ANY OF THE 3 RACES IN PERSON! THERE WILL BE OPTIONS TO RUN/WALK THE 5K, WALK/PUSH THE MILE OR DO THE ADAPTIVE WORKOUT. BRING YOUR A-GAME, AS THERE WILL BE MORE OPPORTUNITIES TO WIN PRIZES DONATED BY LOCAL VENDORS.

ALL PROCEEDS FROM THE EVENT BENEFIT AMG FITNESS FOUNDATION, a 501(c)(3) non-profit founded by U.S. Paralympian and accessibility advocate Alyssa Gialamas. AMG Fitness elevates fitness resources for people with physical disabilities. Your support helps AMG film and share new adaptive workout videos, provides fitness equipment kits for AMG participants to safely work out at home, and offset our marketing and advertising costs.

Location

Virtual 5k - Participate from any location!, Any City - Any State, 00000, VA, United States

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