Inuaugural Pretty Muddy Event And Old Navy Raise Funds For Susan G. Komen Dallas County

Women Get Active While Raising Funds for Charity

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May 21, 2013, 08:57 ET

DALLAS, May 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The latest fitness craze for women is making its muddy mark in Dallas. Old Navy is the presenting sponsor of Pretty Muddy, bringing the women's only fun-filled 5k obstacle course and mud run to Dallas on Saturday, June 1^st. Created to be an active day with friends, Pretty Muddy Dallas is also about giving back to women in the community.

To celebrate the Dallas debut, Old Navy Active is supporting Pretty Muddy's partnership with Susan G. Komen Dallas County by donating $5 for the first 2,000 race participants to the charity. The money raised will support programs that provide no-cost breast cancer education, screening and treatment for area women. In addition, Old Navy and Pretty Muddy are offering free registration to the Pretty Muddy event to 250 breast cancer survivors. Breast cancer survivors simply visit www.prettymuddy.com to secure a complimentary slot.

"Pretty Muddy events are a celebration of women, friendship and fitness. The Komen Dallas County donation is a natural extension of the event, encouraging women to get active while raising funds for local breast cancer research and education," said Kate Dickman, senior marketing director of Old Navy. "Breast cancer survivors are an inspiration to us all, and we're thrilled to support Dallas-area survivors as part of this unique event."

"We are thankful Old Navy and Pretty Muddy are joining us in the fight against breast cancer by raising funds to support our life-saving breast health services for medically underserved women throughout Dallas County," said Jennifer Legere, executive director of Komen Dallas County. "With support from great partners like these, we can help our neighbors fight breast cancer today and invest in research to find the cures tomorrow."

Located at Skyline Ranch in Dallas, the 3.1mile Pretty Muddy course is filled with 10 obstacles including, among others, a 20-foot inflatable mud slide, an A-frame cargo net climb, and, of course, mud pits. The untimed race allows women to participate at their own pace.

Post race, women will be treated to a fashion show by Old Navy Active. Participants turned muddy models will walk the catwalk showcasing the latest in active wear fashion trends. Post-race festivities also include a band, tasty treats from Dallas' most famous food trucks and more!

About Komen Dallas County

Komen Dallas County is the local source for funding breast cancer education, screening and treatment in Dallas County, serving thousands of women in 30 cities. Through events like the Susan G. Komen Dallas Race for the Cure®, Komen Dallas County invests 75 percent of the net funds raised to support vital local breast health services, and dedicates the remaining 25 percent to national research to find the cures. Since 1992, Komen Dallas County has invested more than $21 million into Dallas County via its annual community grants program. For more information, visit www.komen-dallas.org or call 214-750-7223. Follow @KomenDallas on Twitter and like Komen Dallas County's Facebook page for Affiliate updates.

About Pretty Muddy

Pretty Muddy is a 5k adventurous obstacle course mud run for any woman who wants to get outside, spend time with friends, and have fun. The event includes 9-12 architecturally safe obstacles, tons of mud, and ends with a pretty epic finish line party. Women of ALL fitness levels are encouraged to join teams, create costumes, and prepare themselves for 3 miles of achievement followed by entertainment, music, drinks, and a Pretty Awesome celebration! For more information on Pretty Muddy, visit prettymuddy.com

About Old Navy

Old Navy originated in 1994 and quickly became one of the world's most successful brands, offering customers the latest fashion at great prices. Today, the brand continues to offer on-trend apparel and irresistible basics for adults and children at a surprising value. And, best of all, Old Navy brings it all to customers in a fun, energizing shopping environment. To learn more, visit www.oldnavy.com.

SOURCE Old Navy