Race Participant Tips

Your Support Matters

Thank you for registering for Freedom to Move: Run, Walk and Wheel for Dystonia. Your support will help us to continue to fund research into better clinical treatments, and ultimately a cure for dystonia. 


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  • GEAR UP

    Virtual Event:

    If you opted in and meet the fundraising threshold, keep an eye on your mailbox for your DMRF Canada Freedom to Move Participant Package. All opt-ins include free domestic shipping, so your package will be delivered right to your door. Any additional merchandise purchased through our apparel shop will also be shipped directly to you.


    Run your way, on your time, join our Strava club here and be part of it from anywhere.


    Toronto In-Person Event:

    If you opted in during registration, your participant package will be available for pickup at the registration/check-in tent on June 14 at Downsview Park. Any additional merchandise purchased through our apparel shop will also be available for pickup at the registration tent on event day.


    Feel the energy. Run together, join our Strava club here and be part of the crowd.



  • WARM UP

    Stretch and prepare to get active! Click here for a stretching video created by Dyfying Dystonia Founder and DMRF Canada Board Member, Casey Kidson.  

  • SHOW UP

    Whether you are completing your race virtually or joining us for an in-person event, remember to let people know that they can support you or participate in the event too! 


    Anytime you’re working toward your goal, use your Freedom to Move merch. Don’t forget to post your pictures online and tag @DMRFCanada using #FreedomToMove


  • FUNDRAISE

    Fundraising will run from the start of the campaign  until July 14thdystonia! Together, let's raise $60,000.00 for dyst onia research and support programs.   

  • SAFE TRAINING TIPS

    Plan your route. Remember you can do this over the period of a whole month, so you can run, walk or wheel just 10 minutes at a time! Try to find a route where there won’t be lots of people to dodge.


    Carry ID in case of emergency. With that ID, also have the names and phone numbers of local relatives or friends.


    Dress appropriately for the weather. If you’re going outside in low light, be visible and wear bright-coloured or reflective gear.


    Stay hydrated! Drink water before you feel thirsty.


    Try to enjoy yourself in the moment and practice gratitude while you exercise.

  • FAQs

    We have compiled a list of frequently asked questions. 

    Click here to learn more about FAQs for the Toronto in-person event. 

    Click here to learn more about FAQs for the National Virtual event. 

    Click here to learn how to track your kilometers on your personal page from June 1st to June 30th 

    If your question is not listed, please reach out to us at info@dystoniacanada.org.