Fit Foward 5K
Run/Walk
Saturday, September 12, 2026
9:00 AM Start
Point to Point Race:
Start Line: Beck Lake, Central Road, Des Plaines
Finish Line: Allison Woods, Milwaukee Avenue, Northbrook
Shuttle Service is arranged from the finish line to the parking lot near the start point
Presented by
Indian Social Workers Association of Illinois
Indian Nurses Association of Illinois
Malayalee Association of Respiratory Care
Rehabilitation Professionals of Kerala Origin
Malayalee Radiographers Association
Registration fees
Where pricing applies, shown amounts include mandatory charges, items, and fees.
Competitive 5K Run
Timed event with T-shirt included. Eligible for all rewards and recognitions.
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Register for Competitive 5K Run$34.09
Timed
Jun 21 - Sep 12
Encouraging Beginners - 5K Run
Timed event with T-shirt included. Eligible for age-group recognition; not eligible for championship awards."
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Register for Encouraging Beginners - 5K Run$23.39
Not Timed
Jun 21 - Sep 12
Fun Runner/ Walker
Non competitive 5K or 1.7 Miles T-shirt not included, not eligible for rewards and recognitions
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Register for Fun Runner/ Walker$12.69Jun 21 - Sep 12
Race Details
Pre Race Packet Pick Up
September 8 and September 11 from Maharaja Foods, 9060 W Golf Road, Niles IL 60714. Between 10am and 7pm
Race Day Packet Pick Up and Registration
Beck Lake, 1000 E River Rd, Des Plaines.
8:00 AM
5K Race Start at Beck Lake
9:00 AM
Race Start and Finish Line Details
This race is a point to point race. Details and map below:
Starting from Beck Lake near Central and East Central Road, Des Plaines
Finish at Allison Woods, Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook
Shuttle Service is arranged from the finish line to the parking lot near the start point
Awards & Recognitions
$500 cash prize and champions trophy for First Overall Male and Female runners
(only competitive runners eligible for cash prize and trophy)
Special recognition for First Place in the following age groups
10-14
15–19
20–29
30–39
40–49
50–59
60–69
70 & Over
Special recognition for Master Overall Male and Female Winner (40+ Age group)
Participants in the Fun Walk/ Run category are not eligible for the above awards.
Participant Benefits
- Event T-shirt included for Competitive and Encouraging beginner categories.
- Shuttle service from finish line to parking lot near the start point.
- Complimentary coffee and water available at the finish line for all participants.
Proceeds from the Race
The Chosen Foundation of Illinois
Chosen Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals with developmental disabilities to live fulfilling, independent, and meaningful lives. Through advocacy, education, and supportive services, the foundation works to create inclusive communities where people of all abilities are valued and given opportunities to reach their full potential.
Its programs focus on building life skills, fostering independence, promoting community engagement, and enhancing the quality of life for adults with developmental disabilities and their families.
Located at 2064 S River Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016
Event schedule
- Tue, September 8, 2026 10:00 AM - Pre Race Packet Pick Up at Maharaja Foods, 9060 W. Golf Road, Niles 10A-7PM
- Fri, September 11, 2026 10:00 AM - Pre Race Packet Pick Up at Maharaja Foods, 9060 W. Golf Road, Niles 10A-7PM
- Sat, September 12, 2026 8:00 AM - Race Day Packet Pick Up and Registration at Beck Lake
- Sat, September 12, 2026 9:00 AM - 5K Race Start
Contact information
- Event contact
- Race Director
- Website
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