Cycling
A Year Long Marathon
A marathon, or even a half marathon, is a race distance that many people may have no desire to accomplish. It takes a special kind of person to take an interest in and complete these types of advanced running events. However, the action, and even the dream or idea of, completing one always brings about [...]
Run for Congo Women
If you are looking for a cause to run for this may be it. Whether you run, walk or bike on your own, or participate in an organized fundraising event, there are many ways you can support the project Run for Congo Women.
Women for Women International is an organization that works with women in conflict [...]
Brita Climate Ride 2009
Want your bike ride to benefit the environment and be educated in the process? Join the Brita Climate Ride 2009 coming up September 26th through the 30th! Referred to as “a fundraiser and climate conference on wheels,” the focus of this event is to advance climate change education and renewable energy policies.
The mission statement for [...]
When It’s Too Hot
This summer has been a hot one so far for many places across the U.S. When it comes to training and heat, it’s important to our health that we take note. Exercising in the heat isn’t about pushing through or overcoming an obstacle. It can be a dangerous situation which isn’t worth risking your life for.
Dehydration will be [...]
Racing on the Road
Summer is a time of travel for many people and as a fitness advocate maybe you enjoy taking your exercise on road. A number of people do this by traveling to a specific destination for an event or looking up an event in a place they may be visiting.
While I haven’t yet traveled to [...]
Cali For Kids
On May 9th, 2009 Scott Finamore, 23, and Sam Malaska, 19, set off from Ohio embarking on 3,000 mile cycling journey to San Francisco, California. Why? Well, for kids! Cali For Kids to be exact, a donation charity with a goal of raising money for the Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley.
With its non-profit foundation [...]
CAMA Coalition’s 4th Annual Teen Bike Rally
Methamphetamine abuse is becoming all too common these days among youth, so I was so happy to read about the Coalition Against Methamphetamine Abuse and its mission to prevent and reduce the impact of all substances, especially methamphetamine. Since its inception in 2001, over 10,000 educational brochures have been distributed in venues such as community [...]
Sandals to Sandals 10K
Sandals Resorts International is most often known for their spectacular vacation accommodations in the Caribbean. They offer cozy rooms overlooking pristine beaches and wonderful cuisine with tropical drinks that is all included. They are fabulous, trust me. I’ve tested them out a few times.
Each time we travel to the Caribbean I become more and [...]
2009 Bicycling for Ovarian Cancer Project
What can one man with a bike and a desire to honor his wife do over the course of 100 days? Raise one million dollars for ovarian cancer awareness and research!
I recently came across an amazing story of the ultimate love, respect and support which can be shared between husband and wife. It is a [...]
Climate Cycle: The Ride
Here’s a cool event in the Chicago area I had not heard of before. Climate Cycle: The Ride is taking place this Saturday, May 9, 2009 to raise money to install solar panels on local public schools as well as support green energy education in the classroom. By doing so, energy costs will be lowered [...]
