NPZ 2026 Momentum Series - Charitable 5K Walk/Run
- Date Sat 3rd October 2026
- Location Alexandria, Virginia
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the NPZ 2026 Momentum Series' exciting opening event, the Charitable 5K Walk/Run, on Saturday, October 3rd, 2026, in beautiful Alexandria, Fairfax! This vibrant fall event aims to raise mental health awareness while promoting cardiovascular health and community connection. Kicking off at 8:30 AM, participants can look forward to a morning filled with positivity, inspiration, and the joy of movement.
Whether you're joining us onsite or participating virtually, this 5K offers an opportunity to nourish your mind and spirit while making a difference. Onsite participants can check in starting at 8:15 AM, where they'll receive water and snacks to keep them energized. Virtual runners can track their times from anywhere, ensuring that everyone can be part of this meaningful initiative. Donβt miss out on this chance to engage with your community and support mental health awarenessβmark your calendars and get ready to make strides for a great cause!
Whether you're joining us onsite or participating virtually, this 5K offers an opportunity to nourish your mind and spirit while making a difference. Onsite participants can check in starting at 8:15 AM, where they'll receive water and snacks to keep them energized. Virtual runners can track their times from anywhere, ensuring that everyone can be part of this meaningful initiative. Donβt miss out on this chance to engage with your community and support mental health awarenessβmark your calendars and get ready to make strides for a great cause!
Organiser's Description
Join us for our Fall 2026 Momentum Series. The first event of our series will be our Charitable 5K Walk/Run; a seasonable charity event used to raise mental health awareness. This event will be held on Saturday, October 3rd. Our goal is to also nourish the mind and spirit, maintain good cardiovascular health and network with other people in the community.
START TIME:
8:30-9:30 AM
These events are hybrid (On-Site and Virtual):
Onsite Participants
RACE DAY(S) CHECK-IN & INFORMATION:
- The walk/run will begin promptly at 8:30 AM. Check-in begins at 8:15 AM. Please allow extra time for check-in, event introduction, and pre-race warmups.
- Water and a snack will be provided and distributed to all participants prior to the event.
- The trail will be explained at the beginning of the run.
VIRTUAL PARTICIPANT CHECK-IN & INFORMATION:
You're now able to participate from wherever you are! Steps below:
1. REGISTER through the RunSignUp link.
2. DOWNLOAD AN APP TO TRACK YOUR WALK/RUN TIME (Some good running apps to consider downloading are: Nike+ Run Club, Runkeeper, MapMyRun, Adidas Running, etc.)
3. Virtual participants MUST COMPLETE THEIR RUN AND SUBMIT THEIR TIMES to the link we sent you during registration sometime during the race day. As long as you run at some point throughout the day, your participation will be counted.
4. Afterward, YOUR TIME WILL BE DISPLAYED on the list of other times submitted by other participants. The times will be sent through the follow up email that will be sent out within 48 hours after the event.
5. Be sure to INCLUDE A PICTURE AND/OR VIDEO OF YOU RUNNING OR FINISHING YOUR RUN AND POST IT on your social profiles or stories! Be sure to include the hashtag: #NPZMENTALITY
OUR MISSION
NO PLATEAU ZONE (NPZ) IS A COMMUNITY WELLNESS ORGANIZATION dedicated to helping individuals build healthier lives through _movement, meaningful relationships, and personal growth_. We believe that lasting change doesn't happen overnight - it begins with consistent momentum.
Through our Momentum Series, Endurance Club, educational workshops, and community partnerships, we create opportunities for people of all backgrounds and fitness levels to improve their physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
START TIME:
8:30-9:30 AM
These events are hybrid (On-Site and Virtual):
Onsite Participants
RACE DAY(S) CHECK-IN & INFORMATION:
- The walk/run will begin promptly at 8:30 AM. Check-in begins at 8:15 AM. Please allow extra time for check-in, event introduction, and pre-race warmups.
- Water and a snack will be provided and distributed to all participants prior to the event.
- The trail will be explained at the beginning of the run.
VIRTUAL PARTICIPANT CHECK-IN & INFORMATION:
You're now able to participate from wherever you are! Steps below:
1. REGISTER through the RunSignUp link.
2. DOWNLOAD AN APP TO TRACK YOUR WALK/RUN TIME (Some good running apps to consider downloading are: Nike+ Run Club, Runkeeper, MapMyRun, Adidas Running, etc.)
3. Virtual participants MUST COMPLETE THEIR RUN AND SUBMIT THEIR TIMES to the link we sent you during registration sometime during the race day. As long as you run at some point throughout the day, your participation will be counted.
4. Afterward, YOUR TIME WILL BE DISPLAYED on the list of other times submitted by other participants. The times will be sent through the follow up email that will be sent out within 48 hours after the event.
5. Be sure to INCLUDE A PICTURE AND/OR VIDEO OF YOU RUNNING OR FINISHING YOUR RUN AND POST IT on your social profiles or stories! Be sure to include the hashtag: #NPZMENTALITY
OUR MISSION
NO PLATEAU ZONE (NPZ) IS A COMMUNITY WELLNESS ORGANIZATION dedicated to helping individuals build healthier lives through _movement, meaningful relationships, and personal growth_. We believe that lasting change doesn't happen overnight - it begins with consistent momentum.
Through our Momentum Series, Endurance Club, educational workshops, and community partnerships, we create opportunities for people of all backgrounds and fitness levels to improve their physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
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NPZ Momentum Series (Fall 2026) - Charitable 5K Walk/Run
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CLOSED
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