Julie, I saw this website and thought of you--I think it's a great charity to know of since it pertains to running!
http://www.runninghome4teens.com
I'm a 20 year old MTV junkie, and one of the reality shows on that channel features these incredibly rich, spoiled high-schoolers, and follows their drama through their junior and senior years. One of the cast members last year decided to use his fame for a good cause. He does the run/bike himself, and he's decided to make it an annual thing. Just thought you should check it out! Have a great day!
12 years ago in the haze of a hangover I read Oprah's Make The Connection. It changed my life. I lost the fat, I put down the booze, began eating in a healthy manner, began to walk, then run. Run On! I first began running marathons. Liked it so much I found some crazy ultra runners in MN who showed me the trail and ultramarathons. 39 marathons and 40+ ultra marathons later ( 15 100 mile ultramarathons in the past 5 years) I am sober, lean and happy. I am now inspiring others to run, as Oprah inspired me. Coaching beginning runners is a gift I like to give every day. It's not just about running..it's about all that comes with it: goal setting, empowerment, a belief in oneself, being true to oneself. 2007 brought 4 100 mile finishes, 2008 brought 4 100 mile finishes, a BQ and PR at TCM, a PR at the 100 mile trail distace at Javelina Jundred: 23:13. 2009 brought another PR at the 100 mile distance! Amazing. Lean Horse 100, a dream come true. What holds for 2010? WHO KNOWS?? NOT I!
1 comment:
Julie, I saw this website and thought of you--I think it's a great charity to know of since it pertains to running!
http://www.runninghome4teens.com
I'm a 20 year old MTV junkie, and one of the reality shows on that channel features these incredibly rich, spoiled high-schoolers, and follows their drama through their junior and senior years. One of the cast members last year decided to use his fame for a good cause. He does the run/bike himself, and he's decided to make it an annual thing. Just thought you should check it out! Have a great day!
Post a Comment