Run for Mental Health 5K/10K/13.1 NEW JERSEY

Embrace Well-Being Through Movement: The "Run for Mental Health" invites runners and walkers alike to join an empowering journey towards mental wellness. This race, designed to break down stigmas surrounding mental health challenges, offers a supportive environment where participants can run or walk at their own pace in honor of those who are on the road to recovery.
The event features smaller, private group runs with limited spots per wave, ensuring a warm and stress-free atmosphere for all. Waves fill up quickly, so early registration is advised; however, virtual options remain available if waves close out before you can sign up. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult guardian.
Timing your run is entirely optional but encouraged through popular apps like Strava or RunKeeper. Simply submit your times via the provided form to have them featured online. No timing chips are required, as this event prioritizes a relaxed and supportive experience over strict competition.
Upon registration, you'll receive a swag bag that includes:
- A running T-shirt shipped directly to your US address
- Finisher's towel or giveaway item
- Custom finisher’s medal
- Digital training pack with resources for continued fitness support
The race day packet pickup is hassle-free; bibs are provided on-site, and your shirt will arrive at the mailing address you provide a week before the event. For those registering late (within two weeks of the race), shirts may not be delivered in time but can still participate.
Wave times include:
- Wave A: 7:30 AM
- Wave B: 8:00 AM
- Wave C: 8:30 AM
Late runners are welcome to join upon arrival, with coordinators available for three hours after the first wave. The event's FAQ page offers additional details and course maps sent via email a week before race day.
For those interested in extending their support beyond just running, virtual options are also available, complete with digital training packs designed to help runners prepare from anywhere at any time. Virtual participants can submit results for recognition after completing the run according to their schedule.
In addition to individual participation, team glo volunteers offer a unique opportunity to contribute to community well-being by assisting in organizing future events and supporting fellow runners on their fitness journeys. Sponsorship opportunities are also available for businesses looking to support this cause.
For more information about charity initiatives supported through post-race fundraising efforts—where every mile logged after the race translates into donations for mental health charities—visit www.thebestracesjourney.com.
Join us in making a difference, one step at a time.