The Nike+ Human Race

In supposidly the first global 10K event of its kind, a purported million runners will join together this Sunday, Aug 31 from around the world to have their distance that day counted and used to benefit one of three different charities: Lance Armstrong's LIVEstrong Foundation, ninemillion.org or the World Wildlife Fund.

Nike has sponsored this event to be exclusively available in several cities worldwide, where a majority of the miles by registered runners will be tabulated. If you happen to be living in one of those cities, you're highly encouraged to participate in formal events to be held there. If you don't live near one of the listed cities, no need to worry, as those runners equipped with iPods and Nike+ sensors on their shoes will be able to participate and have their miles logged in during the day.

The Human Race 10K event is free to join, and registration can be found at the Nike+ website. While you're there, you can read up on people who will be running and what the causes are doing to support the event. You can also join the country challenge, as runners represent their home country and race to see who can rack up the most distance.

It's bound to be a fun event for everyone, even if you'll be running the mileage alone on a local gravel road like me. At least it gets you out of the house, on your feet, and benefitting a worthy cause. So, go out and sign up. Every step counts.