Train to End Stroke RELEASE AND INDEMNIFICATION Train to End Stroke involves running long distances, walking long distances, strength training, stretching-- potentially hazardous activities which may include risks such as, but not limited to, falls, contact with other participants, sports injuries, serious bodily injuries, effects of weather, traffic, exposure to cold, and exposure to heat. In consideration of being allowed to participate in this event, I hereby expressly assume all risks, including personal injury, fatalities, and other physical injury arising out of my participation in Train to End Stroke and related activities. It is my responsibility to provide and properly use clothing and shoes suited to running and/or walking, and to ensure that all clothing and equipment are properly fitted and appropriate for use in this event. Although refreshments, and other assistance may be made available during this event, I am solely responsible for my own health and safety. I understand that it is my responsibility to consult with a physician to determine my fitness to engage in these activities. I agree to stop and request assistance if I experience any symptoms such as, but not limited to, dizziness, excessive fatigue, shortness of breath, pain or any other conditions which would make it difficult or unsafe to continue. I agree, for myself, my heirs, executors and administrators, to not sue and to release, indemnify and hold harmless, the American Heart Association, Inc., its Affiliates, Train to End Stroke coaches, officers, directors, volunteers and employees and all sponsoring businesses and organizations and their agents and employees, from any and all liability, claims, demands, and causes of action whatsoever, arising out of my participation in this event and related activities -- whether it results from the negligence of any of the above or from any other cause. The foregoing release and indemnification agreement shall be as broad and inclusive as is permitted by the State or Province in which the event is conducted. If any portion of it is held invalid, the balance shall continue in full force and effect.