FAQ's
We understand that participating in a virtual run isn't the same as running with your team and friends all lined up beside you. Due to the many changes of 2020 we know you, as well as us, have had to adapt to a lot of things. This virtual event we are hosting is to help all of us get out of the house, back outside, and doing giving back to the community. Our teens have had a tough and we really want to support them now and after quarantine. We've worked hard to make this virtual race as creative and interactive to keep the feel of community, even if that is virtually. We hope to inspire you all the way to the finish line with our youth stories, running tips, and fun challenges!
Make sure to join us on social media to keep up with your new running crew and use the #QuaranTEEN2020 to view everyone's progress! Don't forget to share yours! So if you still aren't sure if you want to join us, just know we are with you all the way to the finish line. With that being said, review some of our most common questions below. If you don't see the question you have, email us at admin@nomoreconflict.org.
Each participation is a direct donation to our Youth Alternative Programs. Learn more about each one at www.nomoreconflict.org.
HOPE TO HAVE YOU THERE! YOU CAN DO THIS!
WHAT IS A VIRTUAL EVENT?
A virtual event allows anyone to participate and complete the race on their own. You can run or walk the race, it's completely up to you. Your race at your own pace! Just pick which marathon YOU would like to complete. Anything from a 5k, 10k or a Half or Full Marathon! If you've trained hard for races this year and weren't able to attend yours because of 2020 changes, we want you to keep training and get rewarded for running our virtual race. You'll receive a t-shirt for participation and a virtual medal for joining our team and cause in this race.
DO I HAVE TO RUN ON A SPECIFIC DATE?
Nope! Completely up to you when you want to start. But, we are allowing 2 kinds of races to be completed.
If you decide to complete the 5k or 10k, you would have to decided which day to start and you must complete the race that same day. Once again, walking or running is fine!
If you decided to complete a Half or Full Marathons, you have the option of completing it all in one day OR breaking it up into several days. We understand that some people will love to run a Half or Full, but because of health, work, school, or other reasons won't be able to in one go. You can keep track of your miles and make sure they total your goal.
IS THERE A SPECIFIC COURSE I HAVE TO FOLLOW?
Not at all! Each participant can create their own course. We are not doing one specific course because of social distancing, it would be unsafe to have a lot of people running at the same time on one chosen path. We hope everyone can find a safe place to complete their run and enjoy the beautiful fall weather.
ANY IDEAS ON WHERE TO RUN?
Sure thing! How about a local park, take a trip to a mountain trail, around your neighborhood, close to the beach, google 'beautiful scenery around me', anywhere really! This virtual race allows us to have participants from all over the country run where ever they'd like to. Just make sure you stay safe! If you aren't sure about an area, don't go alone or try somewhere else. How about getting a friend or family member to sign up and run the race together?!
HOW WILL I TRACK MY RUN?
This is a great question! You can use any device to track your run. Fitbit, Apple Watch, or any other running watch/device! If you don't have one, no worries! Make sure to start the running app on your phone and keep your phone on you at all times. The GPS tracker will track the miles your run/walk.
We ask that participants upload their finish time and it will appear on the results page once it's been uploaded successfully. You will have the option to upload your results manually or through the ASICS RunKeeper App. (Download on your Apple or Android App Store)
After virtual instructions are sent, you will receive a separate email on how to merge your race from your Race Roster account to your Runkeeper profile. You will then select 'START VIRTUAL RUN' when you are ready to start running and will be prompted on what to do next. Once recorded, your results will post automatically to Race Roster and you're all done!
WHAT WILL I RECEIVE FOR MY PARTICIPATION?
Every participant will receive a t-shirt with our 'QuaranTEEN Run 2020' on it once they've completed their race! Make sure to fill out your size when you first register. We will attempt to have an in-person pickup for local residents to pick up these items when it's safe to do so. This includes Cabarrus County in North Carolina & surrounding areas. If you prefer to have it mailed to you, be sure to click on 'Mail Delivery' for a small shipping fee to get the item to you. If you are a non-local resident we will mail the item to you.