ALBANY, N.Y., March 12, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Warmer days are on the way and with them comes the CDPHP Workforce Team Challenge.
Registration is now open for the 3.5-mile race, which takes place on Thursday, May 21 at 6:25 p.m. at the Empire State Plaza in Albany, N.Y. Each year thousands of runners, walkers, and volunteers from hundreds of organizations throughout the region gather with their co-workers to take part in the largest annual road race between Utica and New York City.
The event is organized by, and serves as the major fundraiser for, the Hudson Mohawk Road Runners Club (HMRRC). The funds raised help underwrite many of HMRRC's activities and services, including college scholarships, grants, running clinics, and the Just Run® Program that encourages grade school children to run for exercise and fun.
Race proceeds also benefit nonprofit organizations chosen by the club each year. This year, three local charities will receive funding support – The Brave Will Foundation, CEO, and The Food Pantries for the Capital District.
Participants are encouraged to share their experiences – pre-race, day of, and post-race – on CDPHP's Facebook Event page and on Twitter and Instagram using #WorkforceChallenge.
Everyone, from first-time racers to elite runners, can easily train with CDPHP® InMotion, a free fitness tracking site that is available online or on-the-go with the InMotion mobile app. Runners and walkers can set up a training schedule, map their routes and log their miles.
About CDPHP®
Established in 1984, CDPHP is a physician-founded, member-focused and community-based not-for-profit health plan that offers high-quality affordable health insurance plans to members in 24 counties throughout New York. CDPHP is also on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest and Instagram.
About the Hudson-Mohawk Road Runners Club (HMRRC)
The Hudson-Mohawk Road Runners Club is the Albany area's largest running organization. The club was formed in 1971 and today has more than 3,000 members who come in all shapes and sizes and from all walks of life, as well as different running styles and speeds. Members are united in their love of running and desire to promote and participate in quality races and running-related activities. The club organizes more than 30 running events a year at many different locations throughout the Capital District. These events offer something for everyone, novice and veteran alike.