Note: You must complete all three requirements (distance, money, recruit) of becoming an in order to score any points.
1. 500 points for each Ironman distance you complete by March 31, 2009
2. 1 point for every dollar raised through join the Race for Embrace AIDS.
3. 1000 points for each person you recruit to become an
Every will have earned 2000 points by completing the minimum requirements. You will continue to accumulate more points by exercising more, raising more funds, and recruiting more people!
For every 100 points you earn by March 31, 2009 you will receive one entry into the drawing for the iJoin prizes.
Do I have to do the Ironman all at once?
You do not have to compete in Triathlon events or do all the distance at once. Track your exercise and when you total the distances, you will receive 500 points (Note: You will not receive pro-rated points for partial distances).
How long will it take for me to accumulate those distances?
Can I walk instead of run?
Yes! It may take you longer, but simply log the distance you walk. We want you to "do something"! Walking is great.
Can I just swim for fun in the lake instead of swimming laps?
Yes! For every 30 minutes you swim recreationally / leisurely (minus any time just floating on a raft or getting a sun tan), you can log 0.2 miles.
Why 0.2 miles? On average, you burn about 10 cal/min "playing in the water" and you'd burn about 20 cal/min swimming laps freestyle.
30 minutes of "playing in the water" would be equivalent to about 15 minutes of lap swimming
15 minutes of lap swimming at a beginner's pace would be about 7 laps
7 laps is 350 yds
350 yds is approximately 0.2 miles
What if I can't get anyone to give money on my behalf?
The primary goal of join the Race is to raise funds for CRWRC's Embrace AIDS campaign. As part of the iJoin competition, you must raise $500 in order to become an and score points.
You can download the template letter to send to friends, family, and acquaintances to ask them to give on your behalf.
Also, check the blog for more ideas on how to get sponsors and any promotions that might happen. Even if you aren't able to raise $500, we are glad that you are participating with us and have chosen to "do something"! You get to keep the free jersey, but you won't be eligible to win any of the iJoin prizes.
What are the iJoin prizes?
The grand prize will be a new bicycle. There will also be many other additional prizes, including iPods and gift cards. Stay tuned for more information on the iJoin prizes.
