The undersigned ("ATHLETE") on behalf of himself/herself and on behalf of Athlete’s personal representatives, assigns, heirs, executors, hereby fully and forever release, waives, discharges and covenants not sue Westerville Community Center, NOCC Inc.,  Columbus Running Co, the USATF, and all municipal agencies whose property and/or personnel are used, and all other sponsoring or co-sponsoring companies or individuals related to the Run/Walk for the Whisper 5K (collectively "RELEASES") from all liability to the Athlete and his/her personal representatives, assigns, heirs, and executors, for all loss(es) or damage(s) and any and all claims or demands therefore, on account of inquiry to the Athlete or property or resulting in the death of an Athlete, whether caused by the active or passive negligence of all or any of the Releases or otherwise, in connection with the Athlete’s participation in the Run/Walk for the Whisper 5K ("RACE"). The Athlete represents and warrants that he/she is in good physical condition and is able to safely participate in the RACE. The Athlete is fully aware of the risks and hazards inherent in participating in the RACE and hereby elects to voluntarily compete in the RACE, knowing the risks associated with the RACE. The Athlete hereby assumes all risk of loss(es), damage(s), or injury(s) that may be sustained by him/her while participating in the RACE. The Athlete agrees to the use of his/her name and photographs in broadcasts, newspapers, brochures and other media WITHOUT ATHLETE permission or compensation. The Athlete acknowledges that the entry fee is non-refundable and non-transferable. The Athlete hereby consents to receive medical treatment which may be deemed advisable in the event of injury, accident and/or illness during the event.