Hennepin 5K

Registration

Join the Hennepin 5k social group in Virgin Pulse to be part of the conversation leading up to the event (from the Virgin Pulse Social tab, click Groups then Browse Groups)
To protect the health of participants, t-shirts will not be distributed at this time

Start a Journey in Virgin Pulse (ex. Walk Your Way to Fitness) to help build strength and endurance
A variety of free training apps are available (ex. Couch to 5k)
Track your walks, runs and other healthy habits in Virgin Pulse and earn wellness points

Be sure to warm up – join Human Resources employee Jen Stoner in a warm-up
Participate when and where you want (ex. from your home or around your neighborhood) and practice the following safety measures

Follow physical distancing guidelines and stay six feet from other people (when running, some experts suggest 10 to 12 feet) – except for immediate household members
Avoid routes with high pedestrian traffic
Participate during off-peak times like early morning
Wear a face covering if your route is likely to bring you in contact with other people
Do not participate if you are feeling sick or exhibiting COVID-19 symptoms
Avoid touching public surfaces (ex. traffic buttons)
Share trails and warn other trail users of your presence and as you pass
Wash hands when you return home

Jazz up your start/finish line with chalk art or share messages of gratitude along your route
Take a selfie at your finish line and share on the Hennepin 5k social group or publicly on social media using #hennepin5k
Use mapping tools to show others your route
Make a sign hyping your department or division
Wear previous Hennepin 5k gear or get creative with your attire (ex. sport your favorite stay-at-home outfit, decorate your stroller, etc.)

By registering for the event, you agree to the release of liability and indemnity, which states you are voluntarily participating in the activity on your own personal time

Consider "plogging" or "plalking" during the event (picking up litter while jogging or walking) – be sure to wear gloves and avoid touching your face
Hennepin County employees: Consider a one-time (or recurring) financial contribution to your choice of featured charities through Hennepin County's Total Giving

Download a printable finisher's certificate
Post your event photos and selfies on the Hennepin 5k social group in Virgin Pulse (from the Virgin Pulse Social tab, click Groups then Browse Groups) or publicly on social media using #hennepin5k
Document your participation in your Virgin Pulse account for wellness points

Hennepin County participants: Document your Hennepin 5k participation in your Virgin Pulse account prior to October 31, 2020, for 500 wellness points – instructions will be emailed to you
City of Minneapolis participants: Document your Hennepin 5k participation in your Virgin Pulse account prior to August 31, 2020 for 250 wellness points – instructions will be emailed to you
You can earn wellness points for the Hennepin 5k once per year