First, thank you to those of you who signed up for Ignite-A-Thon last week. As you all know we recently launched our new program -- Ignite-A-Thon. It's a way for you to earn additional money for nationally recognized health-related causes — while you have fun, get fit and share the experience with other Ignite users. We've selected six organizations that will be part of this program and will receive a donation on your behalf. All you have to do is sign up for an event held by these organizations between now and November 12.
Some of you have asked why we focused on just six organizations. Two reasons - one is that they represent a wide range of health-related issues that affect millions of Americans. Two, is that they all have local events in many communities around the country so nearly every Ignite user can find an eligible event close to their home. It's important to remember that signing up for Ignite-A-Thon is not enough. Make sure you first register for your local event before you sign up for Ignite-A-Thon.
What can you expect during the program?
Since Ignite is all about the community, we want to support Ignite-A-Thon participants all the way through to the finish line. We'll be looking to Ignite users and Ignite-A-Thon participants to join in and support all of you who are making a difference in your communities. To start, you can begin by sharing your thoughts on health-based causes that you are passionate about. We have a Channel dedicated to Ignite-A-Thon where you can share your input with others. At the end of the program, we'll ask each Ignite-A-Thon participant to post a photo of themselves at their event and pick three lucky random winners to receive a $1,000 prize. You don't have to wait until the end though...if your done with your event next week, go ahead and post your picture and you will be in the final drawing in November.
Coming up next week, you'll have the opportunity to chat with Rebecca, who is our registered dietician and nutritionist on Ignite. Rebecca, has been providing valuable insights on Ignite regarding food labels - how to read them and make healthy choices. She's now going to help Ignite-A-Thon participants better understand fitness and nutrition needs as they train for an event. Your first opportunity to chat with Rebecca will be on July 31, at 3 p.m. ET. So bring all your fitness questions and join us next week as we discuss how to get started on a training for your event!
We're just getting started and have many more training tips, prizes and fun activities that are lined up in the next weeks and months. But we need your help to make this happen and to build awareness around these health-related issues. So remember Ignite is your platform to share your ideas and passion around these causes. It's also a place to come to get support and encouragement to reach the finish line.
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