Join the 2026 Doing Hard Things My Way 5K | From The Cerebral Palsy Perspective Podcast

The Doing Hard Things My Way 5K is back for its second year, and we're excited to share what makes this event so special.In this episode of the Cerebral Palsy Perspective Podcast, Chad and Daryl discuss the inspiration behind the annual Doing Hard Things My Way 5K, how it grew from a personal running journey into a community-focused event, and why inclusion remains at the center of everything it represents.What started as an idea to give back through the running community has evolved into an opportunity for people from all walks of life to come together, get active, and support one another. Whether you run, walk, jog, roll, or participate in your own way, this event is designed to meet you where you are.Chad shares how the race came to life, the impact of last year's event, and the partnership with Cerebral Palsy Strong. Daryl discusses how the event aligns with the Your Level Fitness philosophy of creating accessible opportunities for movement and community.In this episode, we discuss:• The origin of the Doing Hard Things My Way 5K• How running became a life-changing part of Chad's journey• Why inclusive fitness opportunities matter• The benefits of a virtual race format• How participants can complete the event from anywhere• Building community through movement and shared experiences• The role of social media in connecting participants• Race week details, team participation, and event goalsThe 2026 Doing Hard Things My Way 5K takes place from August 30 through September 5, giving participants an entire week to complete their 5K in whatever way works best for them.Ready to join us?Sign up here:https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/RaceGroup-1?raceId=187209Whether you're participating individually, joining a team, or creating your own, we'd love to have you be part of this year's event.Use #DoingHardThingsMyWay and #CerebralPalsyStrong during race week to share your experience and connect with the community.Thank you for listening, and we'll talk to you again next week.