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The flagship event brings people clad in orange t-shirts to the streets of Warsaw. The run, which takes the participants through some of the most scenic locations of the capital city, took place on Sunday, 28 January 2024. The limit of participants for the race was set at 5,000 people.
Please note that all the money raised through the sale of starting packs go towards purchasing personal insulin pumps for pregnant women with diabetes.
The registration was open until 28 January 2024 (5,000 slots available).
All the registered participants received a starter pack including an orange T-shirt, buff and a medal, and the participant of the Warsaw run also got their starting number.
You could collect your starter pack personally:
- between 22 - 27 January 2024 at SKLEP BIEGACZA ul. Wybrzeże Kościuszkowskie 45A, 00-339 Warszawa Powiśle, Mon-Fr 11:00 - 20:00 Sat 10:00 - 18:00
- on 28 January 2024 at our run's centre located at the PGE Narodowy meadows - near the start/finish of the run between 09:00 and 11:00
Schedule:
- 14 November 2023 - 28 January 2024 registration process at SlotMarket
- 22 - 27 January 2024 - time to collect your starter packs personally
- 28 January 2024 - the day of the run
- 9:00- 10:00 Our run's centre - you may collect/purchase a starter pack
Key information:
- Distance of the race: 5 km
- Registration fee: PLN 75
- Feel the vibe and get to know other participants - join our “GOCC runs” Facebook group.
- Join the event on IM Inspiration platform and share your results!
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- If you would like to receive an invoice, please fill in the form (available in Polish).
- The main sponsor of the event is Dawtona.
- We are on the hunt for the most cheerful runner!
- Join our Facebook group - Biegacze | 18. Bieg WOŚP “Policz się z cukrzycą” [Eng. Runners | the 18th “Get Even with Diabetes” Run by the GOCC Foundation]
- Take a selfie during your run and post it on our Facebook group. Use the hashtags #18Bieg #wosp2024 and #mocpomidora #dawtona.
- The winner will receive a year's supplies of the Dawtona's tomato juice and... a surprise gift!
Please note! If you sign up for the virtual run, you will not be allowed to participate in the Warsaw race on Sunday due to safety and logistics reasons.
Get Even with Diabetes Run - Warsaw edition
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Can I register my company team?
You can register your company team to take part in the charitable race. While fill in the form, please let us know that you wish to register your company team.
Should you have any questions regarding an invoice (for 3+ participants), please contact us at [email protected]. We first issue a pro forma invoice with a due date: 7 days. We issue pro forma invoices until 15 January. After the invoice is paid, we send the codes for participants to register at Slot Market platform.
(Please note: the invoice does not list the delivery fee (free deliveries in Poland) and charitable, extra donations (over PLN 65/person).
Get in touch with [email protected], should you have any further questions. Check out Slot Market FAQ too.
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Does each member of my family team need to create a separate account?
You can take part in a "family run" where up to 5 participants can be signed up using one account.
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Where will you publish the startlist?
We're not publishing a start list. You can check your participation in the run through your Slot Market account.
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Can I use Nordic walking sticks?
Yes, of course!
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Will I get an e-mail confirmation of my registration to take part in the race?
You should get an automated e-mail. Make sure to check your spam folder! You may also check the status of your registration process by logging in to your Slot Market account. Go to Profile → History → “Registered”.
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Can I choose T-shirt size?
Yes, you can do it while registering for the run.
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Can I transfer my slot to someone else?
You can give up your slot until 14 January 2024. Get in touch with [email protected] to find out more! You may need to cover possible additional costs, e.g. for the international delivery of a starter pack.
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I registered to take part in Warsaw, but I'd like to take part in the online edition - what can I do?
You have time until January 14th to make the transfer. Get in touch with [email protected].
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Can I run with my dog?
Yes, provided that your pet is used to running in a crowd and will be supervised at all times.
32. Final GOOC - The „Get Even with Diabetes Run”
Pobiegliśmy osiemnasty raz! Bieg „Policz się z cukrzycą” od wielu lat towarzyszy finałowym wydarzeniom. Akcja ma na celu promocję zdrowego i aktywnego trybu życia oraz zwrócenie uwagi na problem cywilizacyjny, jakim jest cukrzyca.
Foto. Barbara Krasuska
Foto. Barbara Krasuska
Foto. Barbara Krasuska
Foto. Barbara Krasuska
Foto. Barbara Krasuska
Foto. Stanisław Wadas
Foto. Damian Mękal
32. Final GOOC - The „Get Even with Diabetes Run”
We ran for the eighteenth time! The Get Even with Diabetes Run has accompanied the Grand Finale events for many years. The event aims to promote a healthy and active lifestyle and draw attention to the global challenge of diabetes.
