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Video: What is a Virtual Walk? Have you ever wondered how you can join a global walkathon without leaving your neighborhood—or even your living room? Virtual walks have exploded in popularity, transforming the way we exercise, fundraise, and connect. From…
Living with chronic illness or fatigue-related conditions often means navigating a maze of challenges—especially when it comes to staying active. But what if you could join a walkathon tailored just for you, one that respects your energy levels, offers flexibility,…
Imagine a walkathon where everyone can join—from anywhere, at any pace, and without barriers. Sounds like a dream, right? For participants with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD), virtual walkathons are turning that dream into reality. These events are not just…
Video: How To Run A Virtual Race. Have you ever wondered how thousands of runners worldwide are crossing finish lines without ever stepping foot in a crowded race venue? Welcome to the exciting world of virtual races—a flexible, inclusive, and…
Video: What is a Virtual Walk? Imagine stepping onto a treadmill and suddenly finding yourself strolling through the bustling streets of Tokyo or wandering the serene trails of the Swiss Alps—all without leaving your living room. Sounds like sci-fi? Welcome…
Video: 10 Ways to Improve Your Virtual Race/Challenge with RunSignup. Virtual races exploded in popularity during the pandemic, but did you know that virtual and hybrid events are now a permanent fixture in the endurance world? At Walkathon Virtual™, we’ve…
Video: Watch how we created our own virtual road race. Last spring, a retired librarian named Mabel from Manitoba messaged us in a panic: “I want to raise money for our tiny-town library, but we have zero budget.” 72 hours…
Video: Create memorable virtual races with built-in real race experience, powered by RunGo. Imagine rallying hundreds of friends, family, or even strangers from across the globe—all moving, sweating, and celebrating together without ever leaving their neighborhoods. Sounds like magic? Welcome…
Ever wondered if you could organize a 5K where runners join from their living rooms, local parks, or even cruise ship decks? (Yes, that actually happened—read on for the wild details!) Virtual 5Ks have exploded in popularity, letting anyone, anywhere,…
Ever wondered how your smartwatch or phone magically knows exactly how far you’ve walked during a virtual competition? Spoiler alert: it’s not just counting your steps! From GPS satellites orbiting miles above Earth to tiny sensors detecting your every move,…
