Step up for Russ
- Date Sat 14th February 2026 - Sun 22nd February 2026
- Location Virtual Event
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances Ultra
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Event summary
Get ready to step up and make a difference at the Step Up for Russ virtual steps challenge! From February 14 to February 22, 2026, participants from all over can join this exciting event that encourages everyone, regardless of age or fitness level, to walk, run, or stroll with purpose. Based in Pompton Lakes, New Jersey, this unique challenge aims to collectively cover an impressive 1,550 miles, which translates to 3,100,000 steps, traveling all the way to Rowlett, Texas.
As you log your steps on RunSignUp, you’ll not only track your individual progress but also contribute to a greater cause — raising awareness and funds for the Russell Bavelaar Heart Foundation. Celebrate milestones along the route, from historic Philadelphia to vibrant Dallas, and feel the camaraderie of fellow participants. Whether you walk a mile or more, every step counts and brings us closer to our goal! Join the movement for just $25, and if you can’t participate, consider donating — every dollar helps us take more steps toward a healthier future. Together, let’s reach the finish line, one step at a time!
As you log your steps on RunSignUp, you’ll not only track your individual progress but also contribute to a greater cause — raising awareness and funds for the Russell Bavelaar Heart Foundation. Celebrate milestones along the route, from historic Philadelphia to vibrant Dallas, and feel the camaraderie of fellow participants. Whether you walk a mile or more, every step counts and brings us closer to our goal! Join the movement for just $25, and if you can’t participate, consider donating — every dollar helps us take more steps toward a healthier future. Together, let’s reach the finish line, one step at a time!
Organiser's Description
Step Up for Russ is a virtual steps challenge that invites participants of all ages and fitness levels to walk, run or stroll with purpose. Join our Step Up for Russ team and help us get there together! Log your steps on RunSignUp, track your progress along our virtual route, and help us reach the finish line together.
Over the course of the challenge, participants will log steps as we collectively travel 1,550 miles (3,100,000 steps) from Pompton Lakes, New Jersey to Rowlett, Texas. Along the way, well unlock milestone markers and celebrate the impact were making together. Whether you walk a little or a lot, every step moves us closer to the finish line togetherone step at a time.
check mark Walk on your own schedule
check mark Track steps
check mark Fundraise individually or as a team
check mark Celebrate progress with milestones
Every step you take helps raise awareness and funds for the Russell Bavelaar Heart Foundation.
If you are unable to participate, please consider making a donation. Every $5 can be used to sponsor 2,000 steps (1 mile) and help us get closer to our end goal of 3,100,000 steps (1550 miles).
Registration fee: $25.00
STEP UP FOR RUSS
Virtual Walking Challenge
Pompton Lakes, NJ Rowlett, TX
Total Distance: 1,550 Miles
One Step at a Time
THE ROUTE
PROGRESS TRACKER
2,000 steps = 1 mile
Every step makes a difference
START
Pompton Lakes, NJ 0 Miles
star Revolutionary-era ironworks supported Americas earliest fight for freedom.
white large square First Step
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Philadelphia, PA 100 Miles (200,000 Steps)
Birthplace of American Democracy
Declaration of Independence Constitution Liberty Bell
white large square Find Your Stride
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Columbus, OH 500 Miles (1,000,000 Steps)
Gateway of Westward Expansion
Connecting the East to the growing Midwest
white large square Momentum Builder
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St. Louis, MO 900 Miles (HALFWAY) (1,800,000 Steps)
Gateway to the West
Symbol of courage, exploration, and new beginnings
white large square Halfway Strong
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Oklahoma City, OK 1,200 Miles (2,400,000 Steps)
Land Run of 1889
Perseverance, resilience, and determination
white large square Push Through
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star Dallas, TX 1,400 Miles (2,800,000 Steps)
Rise of Modern Texas
Growth, leadership, and innovation
white large square Almost There
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
FINISH
Rowlett, TX 1,550 Miles (3,100,000 Steps)
Community & Connection
Where journeys come together
white large square Step Up Champion
Over the course of the challenge, participants will log steps as we collectively travel 1,550 miles (3,100,000 steps) from Pompton Lakes, New Jersey to Rowlett, Texas. Along the way, well unlock milestone markers and celebrate the impact were making together. Whether you walk a little or a lot, every step moves us closer to the finish line togetherone step at a time.
check mark Walk on your own schedule
check mark Track steps
check mark Fundraise individually or as a team
check mark Celebrate progress with milestones
Every step you take helps raise awareness and funds for the Russell Bavelaar Heart Foundation.
If you are unable to participate, please consider making a donation. Every $5 can be used to sponsor 2,000 steps (1 mile) and help us get closer to our end goal of 3,100,000 steps (1550 miles).
Registration fee: $25.00
STEP UP FOR RUSS
Virtual Walking Challenge
Pompton Lakes, NJ Rowlett, TX
Total Distance: 1,550 Miles
One Step at a Time
THE ROUTE
PROGRESS TRACKER
2,000 steps = 1 mile
Every step makes a difference
START
Pompton Lakes, NJ 0 Miles
star Revolutionary-era ironworks supported Americas earliest fight for freedom.
white large square First Step
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Philadelphia, PA 100 Miles (200,000 Steps)
Birthplace of American Democracy
Declaration of Independence Constitution Liberty Bell
white large square Find Your Stride
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Columbus, OH 500 Miles (1,000,000 Steps)
Gateway of Westward Expansion
Connecting the East to the growing Midwest
white large square Momentum Builder
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
St. Louis, MO 900 Miles (HALFWAY) (1,800,000 Steps)
Gateway to the West
Symbol of courage, exploration, and new beginnings
white large square Halfway Strong
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Oklahoma City, OK 1,200 Miles (2,400,000 Steps)
Land Run of 1889
Perseverance, resilience, and determination
white large square Push Through
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
star Dallas, TX 1,400 Miles (2,800,000 Steps)
Rise of Modern Texas
Growth, leadership, and innovation
white large square Almost There
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
FINISH
Rowlett, TX 1,550 Miles (3,100,000 Steps)
Community & Connection
Where journeys come together
white large square Step Up Champion
Races
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Step Up for Russ
Incl. $2.50 Fee
$27.50
Step Up for Russ is a virtual walking challenge and fundraiser. Walk anywhere, anytime, and log your steps as we journey together from Pompton Lakes, NJ to Rowlett, TX (1,550 miles) (3,100,000 Steps). Every step supports the Russell Bavelaar Heart Foundation and helps in Russell's heart transplant revovery. No matter where you walk, your steps move us forward. Collectively we can achieve this goal. Registration fee: $25.00 In addition, every $5 donation can be used to sponsor 2,000 steps (1 mile) and help us get closer to our end goal of 3,100,000 steps (1550 miles). STEP UP FOR RUSS Virtual Walking Challenge Pompton Lakes, NJ Rowlett, TX Total Distance: 1,550 Miles One Step at a Time world map THE ROUTE bar chart PROGRESS TRACKER 2,000 steps = 1 mile Every step makes a difference chequered flag START Pompton Lakes, NJ 0 Miles star Revolutionary-era ironworks supported Americas earliest fight for freedom. white large square First Step ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ round pushpin Philadelphia, PA 100 Miles (200,000 Steps) classical building Birthplace of American Democracy Declaration of Independence Constitution Liberty Bell white large square Find Your Stride ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ round pushpin Columbus, OH 500 Miles (1,000,000 Steps) locomotive Gateway of Westward Expansion Connecting the East to the growing Midwest white large square Momentum Builder ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ bridge at night St. Louis, MO 900 Miles (HALFWAY) (1,800,000 Steps) Statue of Liberty Gateway to the West Symbol of courage, exploration, and new beginnings white large square Halfway Strong ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ sheaf of rice Oklahoma City, OK 1,200 Miles (2,400,000 Steps) scroll Land Run of 1889 Perseverance, resilience, and determination white large square Push Through ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ star Dallas, TX 1,400 Miles (2,800,000 Steps) cityscape Rise of Modern Texas Growth, leadership, and innovation white large square Almost There ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ chequered flag FINISH Rowlett, TX 1,550 Miles (3,100,000 Steps) handshake Community & Connection Where journeys come together white large square Step Up Champion
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