Registration Open for Kaiser Permanente Annual Run, Walk & Roll

Kaiser Permanente Georgia will host its annual Corporate Run, Walk & Roll event, Thursday, Sept. 30. This inclusive, virtual 5K race welcomes people of all ages and physical abilities to join with the option to run, walk or roll in a wheelchair. Due to rising COVID-19 infection rates and after consulting with medical professionals and other experts, the annual event was converted to a virtual race.

This year’s event allows those outside Metro Atlanta to join by submitting proof of completion for the 5K distance. Now through Sept. 17, registration is priced at $35 which includes medals, T-shirts and swag bags that will be awarded to each participant to celebrate their achievement of finishing the race. Following Sept. 17, registration prices will increase to $39.

“This event gives us an opportunity to encourage healthy lifestyles in a virtual environment and bring new perspectives about how fitness can be enjoyed,” said Dr. Nkem Chukwumerije, executive medical director at Kaiser Permanente Georgia. “Given the trying times we are facing, exercise is essential in reducing stress and anxiety and a great way to continue your workout regimen or start a new one.”

Jeff Galloway, a U.S. Olympian, marathon runner and best-selling author, partnered with Kaiser Permanente to create the world’s largest corporate 5K race promoting health and fitness in hundreds of companies in Atlanta.

“It has been a lifelong passion of mine to share the many benefits of movement with others,” said Jeff Galloway, founder and race director. “Exercise, alone, has the ability to boost creativity and productivity and forge greater bonds, so it’s the perfect way to improve workplace morale and build lasting connections and healthy habits for Atlanta companies.”

This year’s virtual race will include special promotions and social media activity, including a Facebook Live kick-off event on September 30 at 7 p.m. Participants should follow the Kaiser Permanente Corporate Run, Walk, Roll Facebook page to join the live broadcast. Participants are encouraged to walk, run, or roll, on September 30 and are urged to join the virtual fun by sharing photos along their route or virtual finish line on social media with the hashtags #kpgeorgia and #kprunwalkroll.

Kaiser Permanente also recommends the following to make this year’s 5K even more memorable:

• Compete with a co-worker in your department (or in a different region) for the best time.
• Connect with colleagues and run, walk, or roll together while following safety protocols
• Take your kids, spouse and/or pet
• Celebrate when you receive your medal by taking a picture of yourself wearing the race medal and sharing it on social media pages with the hashtags #kpgeorgia and #kprunwalkroll

For more information or to sign up, visit https://KPRunWalkRoll.com