Presenters will have the option to host a traditional Walk from Obesity event or a Walk from Obesity+ Fun Run event. All guidelines will be the same for each type of event and will primarily work the same way.

Hosting a traditional Walk from Obesity will focus on “walking” and will be promoted as such. Participants may choose to walk, jog, or run at this type of event, depending on what the venue/track allows. Hosting a Walk from Obesity + Fun Run event will bring “running” into the focus of the event, along with “walking” and will be promoted as such. This may help to attract participants that are more interested in a Run versus a Walk.

Events that include the Fun Run option should maintain that it is just that; a Fun Run is a non-competitive run and there should never be any type of race or placement involved in the run. Both types of events should be considered non-competitive and should allow participants to walk/run as much or as little as they want and should never be longer than a 5K (3.1 miles). Multiple routes or distance options should be provided.

The event’s online registration page will reflect which type of event you are hosting. Please choose the type of event you wish to host on the application. This can be changed after the application is submitted if you wish to switch the type of event you are hosting. A deadline will be provided for making that change.