Many of you know that I LOVE to run… for fun! The feel of the wind, the power of my body, the satisfaction of a good workout. I just love it all.. even when something hurts, or I have a bad day on the road, it’s been a favorite activity of mine, and is the catalyst that helped me quit smoking- COLD TURKEY- after 12 years!
One of my favorite charities happens to be Team in Training, and I’ve run two half marathons and one 5K with them, but since having Addie, I have not run nearly as much. Sadly, time constraints and a lack of funds to run bigger races have left me in a bit of a lurch… my last half marathon, in fact, I was about 6 weeks pregnant with my devious toddler!
I emailed over to Team in Training, expressing my concerns. Any races with a stroller, or training with a babe (or two)?! I want back in! And then the reply… We have a new program starting soon! Here are the details…
Mind. Blown.
As I am sure many of my readers are, I am strapped for help with a late-working hubby, I want to get back into giving back- but have to do it on my time, and I have some insane desire to involve my kids in a healthy lifestyle- even if that means I never get a moment to myself. So, what’s the new program that has me ready to push at the end of September and up and racing a 10k by Addie’s 3rd birthday? Let me share what our fearless campaign leader has told me!
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Rhode Island Chapter is excited to announce our new program – Moms In Training. This program is a spin-off of our successful Team In Training program. It is designed for moms who want to Get Fit, Meet other Moms and Fight Cancer!
Moms In Training began in the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s New York City Chapter in the Spring of 2012 with 28 moms raising $45,000 in support of the mission. In the spring of 2013 they increased the program to 150 moms who raised $185,000.
Moms In Training soon spread throughout LLS chapters, and we are now training over 300 moms in New York City alone. The program is projected to raise over $1 million for this fiscal year! On average moms have been raising $1500 per event even though the fundraising minimum is only $500. We encourage all the moms to set a personal goal and enlist us to help them get there!
The Rhode Island Chapter of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society has decided to adopt Moms In Training in the next year to our programs offered. We are going to be recruiting moms throughout the month of June and will begin training in July. Moms of all ages are welcome- including the new moms looking for the support they need to get in shape after childbirth.
The training program is anywhere between 8-12 weeks, where participants will receive a weekly training plan from our coach to guide them as they practice on their own. Each week there will be a group run with all the moms training for the race. They will be held early in the morning to ensure that we don’t interrupt anyone’s schedule, especially kids. Strollers are welcome.
Did you get all that? Let me highlight strollers are welcome! …Group runs are early in the morning so naps aren’t interrupted. Oh, and did I mention: strollers are welcome! Best part? A little note Meredith wrote in her emails to me, We are encouraging moms to bring their children with them.
Yeah… encouraging! I know it’s a bit over-the-top, but I’m not comfortable leaving Addie for long periods of time, yet, and know that sometimes I can’t get into a good flow because of “what if” thoughts. What if: she’s crying, her diaper leaks, she falls, I’m home late, she won’t go to bed, etc. The list goes on and on- as do my rambling thoughts. So, what do I do? I fall in love with programs like this. Programs that give me the opportunity to give back, and make myself better at the same time.
So, maybe you can’t tell, but I’m really excited! Please contact your local Team in Training group or check them out online! I am always up for new challenges, because Motherhood, and know that adding in different fitness programs can be so much more. Giving myself the time to get out there and do what I love is such a gift. A gift I deserve- all while giving back, too!
Because so much research depends on outside funding, I have continued my relationship with Team and Training through many different journeys in my adulthood. I’ve found that always coming back to the organization has brought me peace and pride in each step I take!
Can’t wait to see you on the roads! Lots of love and miles,
Impressive! I ran and worked out for the first part of my pregnancy and after the babies were born, but I never had the motivation to do it far along
I think I would go nuts if I didn’t sweat it all out. It’s my therapy!
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I think this is awesome! I love doing the “Climb to Conquer Cancer” event in my town every year. I did it for the first time again since both my kids had been born and it felt great. I love programs that help us not only give back to our community, but help us stay fit and we can involve our kids. Moms have such a balancing act to follow its great when it can be all inclusive.
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It really is! Good for you getting out there for you and to beat cancer!
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This is amazing! I have never been much of a runner until I after I had my second child, now I need to. Its a great way to get the stress of the day out.
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YES! It’s totally my favorite way to begin and end my days. I feel like it’s my time to shine- even if I’m not alone while doing it!
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what a great cause, what an awesome way to show support!
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I love Team in Training! The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society do great work!
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I am not much of a runner and can’t imagine running with a stroller! My husband has done a few marathons though and he totally loves the rush he gets from running!
My goal is a marathon! I think I am going to do the DC Tri Sprint next Fall first. I’m scared of the 26.2 by foot!
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So happy to hear of this opportunity…Mima will be on the lookout for best double-running-stroller!
Mima, come play in RI and we can go look together!
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That’s so great! I’m glad to know about this (as I’m not a runner and have no babes in strollers anymore) to share with my clients and the families in my childbirth classes! Thanks, Chelley!
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OH yes! Please share! I hope to see some friends come out with new babes!
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Oh this is so awesome! I admire your commitment to giving back and making it a family affair. This might even get me to run!
Come run with us!!!!
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Wait, you run for fun??? I can’t quite wrap my brain around that LOL. That is so awesome that they are accommodating to parents who have littles still in strollers like that.
I do! Fun and therapy!
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That is such an awesome cause! And I love that strollers are welcome. You go girl! 🙂 Thanks for sharing.
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I love that I can share the fitness with my kids!
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This is so great!! Do they do any 5ks? I’m such a wuss and can’t even fathom doing a 10k right now 😉
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They don’t have any listed… but a 10k with training is nothing. I promise- you got this!
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This is AWESOME. I actually am going to be writing tonight about what happens when workouts get derailed because of lack of child care and man oh man, this would be a huge help. Love it.
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Oh good! I love reading about your training and beating all of your goals! Go mama, go!
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I’m not a runner, but I LOVE to see these runs where people are running for a cause! Good for you! And YAY fro beating cancer,and thank you- as a two time cancer survivor!
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Oh that’s awesome! There’s nothing wrong with not wanting to leave your sweet little girl behind! 🙂 🙂
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RIGHT?! People hate that I won’t leave her… but I’m just not ready- even though I think sometimes she is!
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This is great, you can do it!
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With encouragement… I think I can!
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I LOVE that they started this new race and allow strollers! Awesome of them to try to accommodate everyone that wants to be a part.
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YES! I totally agree!
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