DENVER (CBS4) – Thousands of people got their exercise early Saturday morning at the annual Step Out: The Walk To Stop Diabetes.

There was something new this year — a 10K run in addition to the 5K walk at the Downtown Aquarium.

The event is especially important to those who are battling diabetes or know someone who is.

PHOTO GALLERY: Step Out: The Walk To Stop Diabetes

“I love to run. Plus this is special to me, I have Type 1 diabetes,” blind runner Kerry Kuck said. “This is what I do to stay healthy.”

“My husband is a Type 1 diabetic and I run for him,” Heather Harris said. “It’s very important for both of us.”

CBS4 is a proud sponsor of Step Out. It raises money for diabetes treatment and research.

LINK: American Diabetes Association