八年级英语下册《Unit 6 A charity walk》Short Distance Charity Walk and Run Events背景素材.docxVIP

PAGE PAGE 1 Short Distance Charity Walk and Run Events Short distance charity walk and charity run events are the easiest to join in, and some of the most fun! Many times you can register on event day, you will get a free shirt and enjoy a great short walk or run. Most 5K events d o not have a support system of coaches or offer travel opportunities (like with endurance events). Many times, however, teams for these charity events are formed at your workplace. You can find support and encouragement for your fitness goals and fundraising efforts when you join a team. If you don’t know of a team to join, invite a few friends to join you. In many cases, people walk the day of the event without training ahead of time at all. So your time commitment to training is all up to your own preferences and goals. Types of Short Distance Events Fun Run - usually 1-3 mile run that is usually in conjunction with another event such as an outdoor festival or holiday celebration. Fun Runs are not timed events. 5K a nd 10K races - A race is usually an event that is aimed at runners, although walkers are usually welcome as well. Timing is important for races and there will be a time board at the finish line. Some events offer chip timing, which provides accurate time with a small device that is placed on the runner’s shoe. Charity Walks and Walk-a-thons - Events that are advertised as walks are not timed. The idea is to have fun on a walk and raise money for a non profit organization. The distance is usually 3-5 miles.