ALBANY, N.Y., Feb. 10, 2016 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- It's that time of year! Registration is now open for the 2016 CDPHP Workforce Team Challenge.

Grab your co-workers and join the thousands of runners, walkers, and volunteers from throughout the region for an evening of entertainment, camaraderie, and healthy fun. The annual 3.5-mile road race takes place at 6:25 p.m. Thursday, May 19 at the Empire State Plaza in Albany. People of all fitness levels are welcome and encouraged to participate.

The race has grown tremendously over the years, drawing hundreds of teams from local businesses and organizations. For the 2016 race, there will be a cap of 10,000 registrants, so early registration is highly recommended.

The event is organized by, and serves as the major fundraiser for, the Hudson Mohawk Road Runners Club (HMRRC). The funds raised help underwrite many of HMRRC's activities and services, including college scholarships, grants, running clinics, and the Just Run® Program that encourages grade school children to run for exercise and fun.

Race proceeds also benefit nonprofit organizations chosen by the club each year. This year, two local charities will receive funding support – Girls on the Run® Capital Region and Schenectady ARC.

Participants are encouraged to share their experiences – pre-race, day of, and post-race – on CDPHP's Facebook Event page and on Twitter and Instagram using #WorkforceChallenge.

About CDPHP®

Established in 1984, CDPHP is a physician-founded, member-focused and community-based not-for-profit health plan that offers high-quality affordable health insurance plans to members in 24 counties throughout New York. CDPHP is also on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest and Instagram.

About the Hudson-Mohawk Road Runners Club (HMRRC)

The Hudson-Mohawk Road Runners Club is the Albany area's largest running organization. The club was formed in 1971 and today has more than 3,000 members who come in all shapes and sizes and from all walks of life, as well as different running styles and speeds. Members are united in their love of running and desire to promote and participate in quality races and running-related activities. The club organizes more than 30 running events a year at many different locations throughout the Capital District. These events offer something for everyone, novice and veteran alike.

CONTACT: Deanna.AmoreMies@cdphp.com