[1] The course was designed to incorporate zombies as well as SERE training learned by a RSP managing-member who is active-duty navy.

[4] During and after the race, people attend the Apocalypse Party which has live music, beer, food, vendors, and games.

[5] Costumes, team uniforms, and zombie make-up are highly encouraged at the event and add to the lighthearted atmosphere.

[3] On October 31, 2013, Colorado-based Human Movement Management (HMM) took control of the Run For Your Lives Zombie 5k and will be continuing with the rest of the 2013 and 2014 races.

The first Asian leg took place in Singapore on January 11, 2014 right in the heart of the city at Marina Bay to resounding success.

[14] At some events, local celebrities have made appearances, such as IronE Singleton, "T-Dog" from AMC's The Walking Dead[15] and Sal and Richard from the Howard Stern Show.

A portion of every ticket sold at each race is donated to the Kennedy Krieger Institute to help diagnose and treat children and adolescents with disorders of the brain, spinal cord, and musculoskeletal system.

Recognizing the opportunity in Asia, Arthur Lin, co-founder of Action X, made contact with Reed Street Productions to bring the event over to the Far East.

With the insolvency of Reed Street Productions, Action X now wholly owns the right to conduct the event in Asia and the world.