https://runsignup.com/Race/MI/GrandRapids/WestMichiganLatinoHealth5kWalkRun
Purpose
The purpose is to promote physical activity and wellness in the Hispanic community as a means to improve health and foster community,
Where
This walk/run starts and finishes at Roberto Clemente Park. The walk/run starts at 9:00 am.
Why
A Health and Wellness promotion with focus on the Hispanic community that has higher instances of obesity, diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, and strokes. The reason for highest amount of chronic diseases in the Hispanic community has been attributed to poor diets and lack of physical activity.
Group Pricing Available If you have a group of 4, sign up as a group/team to get $5 off per person! You must register all 4 teammates at the same time in order to receive the discount. Register Group Here: https://runsignup.com/RaceGroups/36786
Volunteer Opportunities
We offer a variety of volunteer positions and time slots. Shirts and food are given to volunteers at the event. Volunteers must be able to attend a Zoom training on Monday, August 21st. Please visit this link to view Volunteer Information and Registration.
Race Shirts
Register by August 8, 2024 at midnight to guarantee your race shirt. Participants that register on or after August 9, 2024 are not guaranteed a shirt, available while supplies last. Shirts are not guaranteed for racers that are not present for the event. Participants 13 and up will receive a shirt. Participants 12 and under may purchase a shirt and will receive a finishing medal.