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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is a virtual race?
A virtual race can be done wherever you are! You can walk, run, bike, swim, or do yoga.
A virtual race can be done wherever you are! You can walk, run, bike, swim, or do yoga.
How do I sign up for a race?
We are continuously researching and building out future historical events into our virtual races. Find a historical event and/or race distance you would like to accomplish then sign up today! When you sign up for a race, you will join the My Virtual Mission app where you can track your progress. You can also connect your favorite fitness tracker to automatically log your miles. Check out this page for more information!
We are continuously researching and building out future historical events into our virtual races. Find a historical event and/or race distance you would like to accomplish then sign up today! When you sign up for a race, you will join the My Virtual Mission app where you can track your progress. You can also connect your favorite fitness tracker to automatically log your miles. Check out this page for more information!
I am not the runner. Can I still complete a virtual race?
Absolutely! You can walk, run, do yoga, or anything you do to keep moving in your life. We also have a free Facebook community group that you can join. This is a supportive group where others that are on different journey levels of fitness can connect and share feedback.
Absolutely! You can walk, run, do yoga, or anything you do to keep moving in your life. We also have a free Facebook community group that you can join. This is a supportive group where others that are on different journey levels of fitness can connect and share feedback.
How do I enter a distance towards the Run on History (ROH) challenge?
You can log distances using two methods:
You can log distances using two methods:
- Manually - Either on the web or via our iPhone and Android apps. Select your exercise type, add a distance and boom, you’re done! You can add a screenshot of your tracker if you wish but it is not required.
- Automatically – Via the range of apps and devices that we connect with. Currently we support: Apple Watch, Apple Health, Google Fit, Garmin, Fitbit, adidas Running, Map My Run, Map My Ride, Map My Walk, Runkeeper.
How do teams work with my friends or co-workers?
Teams are a fun way to take part in Run on History Challenges. Note that each team member is required to purchase their own entry into the challenge. Each team member will receive their own medal at the end.
Basically you share the distance with the other people in your team. This is a great way for team building as your team will have its very own icon on the map. Each time a team member posts a distance your team icon will advance up the map and is represented on the leaderboard. You (as in you personally) will also be able to see information about your own achievements and rankings separate from the team. The distance doesn’t have to be divided evenly among team members. You can team up with guru athletes and people just starting out!
So hustle up your friends or co-workers and join the fun!
Teams are a fun way to take part in Run on History Challenges. Note that each team member is required to purchase their own entry into the challenge. Each team member will receive their own medal at the end.
Basically you share the distance with the other people in your team. This is a great way for team building as your team will have its very own icon on the map. Each time a team member posts a distance your team icon will advance up the map and is represented on the leaderboard. You (as in you personally) will also be able to see information about your own achievements and rankings separate from the team. The distance doesn’t have to be divided evenly among team members. You can team up with guru athletes and people just starting out!
So hustle up your friends or co-workers and join the fun!
When will I receive my finisher medal?
Your medal will ship to you in 4-5 weeks (Due to the pandemic, there may be additional delays that are out of our control).
Your medal will ship to you in 4-5 weeks (Due to the pandemic, there may be additional delays that are out of our control).
How can I have my charity or non-profit get involved?
We partner with a non-profit charity for each race to provide financial support to their cause. If you would like to learn more about how your non-profit can partner with Run on History, please contact us.
We partner with a non-profit charity for each race to provide financial support to their cause. If you would like to learn more about how your non-profit can partner with Run on History, please contact us.
Can I purchase the history lessons?
We love to partner with businesses and K-12 education. For more information on how we can partner with your group, please contact us.
We love to partner with businesses and K-12 education. For more information on how we can partner with your group, please contact us.
Can I make a suggestion for a historical race topic?
Sure! You can contact us. with any suggestions. We would love to hear from you!
Sure! You can contact us. with any suggestions. We would love to hear from you!
Can I cancel or refund my order?
Unfortunately, we cannot offer a refund for any events since we immediately spend the money on ordering for the medal and shipping. All sales are final so select with care.
Unfortunately, we cannot offer a refund for any events since we immediately spend the money on ordering for the medal and shipping. All sales are final so select with care.
How long does it take to complete the full distance?
The amount of time it will take you or your team to complete this journey depends on your fitness level, exercise type and team size. You can set your own timeframe goal from 1 week to 18 months to complete each challenge. This goal can be easily changed at any time if you want to extend or shorten it.
The amount of time it will take you or your team to complete this journey depends on your fitness level, exercise type and team size. You can set your own timeframe goal from 1 week to 18 months to complete each challenge. This goal can be easily changed at any time if you want to extend or shorten it.
When can I register for the challenge?
You can start this fitness challenge any time and from any location around the world. Registrations are open so feel free to sign up now to start! We’ve made it as flexible as possible so you can backdate your start date to whatever date you want as long as it’s after the date we launched the challenge.
You can start this fitness challenge any time and from any location around the world. Registrations are open so feel free to sign up now to start! We’ve made it as flexible as possible so you can backdate your start date to whatever date you want as long as it’s after the date we launched the challenge.
What types of exercise count?
You can log most types of distance based exercises such as running, walking, cycling, swimming, rowing etc. For other non-distance based exercises such as yoga or cross fit, we have a handy conversion chart that converts time doing these activities into distance equivalents that you can use.
You can log most types of distance based exercises such as running, walking, cycling, swimming, rowing etc. For other non-distance based exercises such as yoga or cross fit, we have a handy conversion chart that converts time doing these activities into distance equivalents that you can use.
Can I log multiple exercise types?
Yes - You can log any distance based exercise that you do. The common ones that we have icons for are:
Yes - You can log any distance based exercise that you do. The common ones that we have icons for are:
- Running (indoor and outdoor)
- Cycling (indoor and outdoor)
- Rowing
- Walking
- Skiing
- Swimming
- Elliptical
- Wheelchair
How much is donated to the non-profit or charity?
We donate 3% of the total cost of your race after platform fees.
We donate 3% of the total cost of your race after platform fees.
How long does the challenge go for?
You get to choose how many weeks you want to aim to complete the challenge from 1 week to 18 months. This goal can be easily changed at any time if you want to extend or shorten it.
In addition, you can change this goal as many times as you like during the event.
You get to choose how many weeks you want to aim to complete the challenge from 1 week to 18 months. This goal can be easily changed at any time if you want to extend or shorten it.
In addition, you can change this goal as many times as you like during the event.
From which countries do you accept entries from?
We warmly welcome entries from all over the world and we offer global shipping on medals and apparel with some exceptions beyond our control. Run on History follows the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) and The Office of Foreign Assets Control standards for all business transactions.
Join our global community of Run On History fitness enthusiasts! (click here)
We warmly welcome entries from all over the world and we offer global shipping on medals and apparel with some exceptions beyond our control. Run on History follows the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) and The Office of Foreign Assets Control standards for all business transactions.
Join our global community of Run On History fitness enthusiasts! (click here)
How do I access the challenge once I've signed up?
We have partnered with My Virtual Mission for web and mobile application.
When you sign up for the challenge, you will be directed to set up an account with My Virtual Mission where you can log in and access the challenge.
We have partnered with My Virtual Mission for web and mobile application.
When you sign up for the challenge, you will be directed to set up an account with My Virtual Mission where you can log in and access the challenge.
Do you offer a group discount?
Unfortunately, at this time we do not offer a group discount.
Unfortunately, at this time we do not offer a group discount.
Can I purchase the history lessons?
We are looking into ways to make this a possibility. Send us an email via the contact us page and we will let you know as soon as this is possible.
We are looking into ways to make this a possibility. Send us an email via the contact us page and we will let you know as soon as this is possible.
How can I host an ROH race?
Unfortunately, at this time we don't allow hosting.
Unfortunately, at this time we don't allow hosting.
How do I know what fitness activities I can handle?
You should consult your physician before starting any exercise program. You acknowledge that there is a risk of injury that may occur and Run on History, LLC will not be held liable.
You should consult your physician before starting any exercise program. You acknowledge that there is a risk of injury that may occur and Run on History, LLC will not be held liable.
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