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Putting a Face on Your Fundraising Efforts
A recently published book, “The Hidden Brain,” offers some interesting insight into something that most of us already know: It helps to put a face on your fundraising efforts.
When writing the book, author Shankar Vedantam, a science reporter, didn’t focus narrowly on charity efforts – the book is actually subtitled, “How Our Unconscious Minds Elect [...]
Whoa! – Before You ‘Spring Forward’
Unless your training partner is a horse, the last word you want to come out of your mouth when you’re out running, cycling or walking is probably “Whoa!” Chances are, if you make this kind of an exclamation while you’re exercising outside, you’ve probably just encountered some man-made or natural obstacle in your path – [...]
Passing of the Baton!
I am a writer by trade, but this is perhaps the most excited I’ve ever been to sit down in front of the keyboard. You might have noticed that Charity Mile has been light on new content these past few weeks. That’s because we’ve been in the midst of a transition, during which I have [...]
The Right Clothes for Walking
If you’re going for a short walk around the neighborhood or taking a lunch break walk at work, wearing any kind of clothing that’s comfortable is fine — just be sure you’ve got the right shoes. If you’re planning a training walk of several miles, however, clothing becomes more important.
No matter the time of year, [...]
Running: A Family Affair
As the home-educating mother of ten children, ages 14 months – 24 years, I have used exercise to maintain a proper weight and promote a sense of well being for many years. To be fit has been a priority for me, but not to the exclusion of family time. Incorporating my family into physical fitness has [...]
Marathon Day: Is it safe to run 26.2 miles sick?
Imagine. You’ve trained for months, logging hundreds of miles, in all sorts of weather conditions to prepare for your marathon. Then ten days before your big event you start to feel badly. You develop a persistent cough coupled with tightness in your chest and troubled breathing. Thinking all you need is some medication you head [...]
Walking, Running, Jogging: Which is best?
If you’re like many people trying to stay fit (or get fit), either one of the above exercises are things you might consider. Walking is said to be one of the best sports, but many people rather run or jog. Is there a difference and which is the best; moreover, how does it relate to [...]
Fitness Gifts on a Budget
For the exerciser with an athletic charity event coming up, donating to their cause is likely the best Christmas gift you could give. But if you are like me, there is still something special about giving loved ones and friends a tangible gift they can open. It’s for this reason that I’m always on the [...]
The Ultimate Guide to Planning a 5K Run or Walk Fundraiser
Over the past few years, I’ve come across multiple individuals with the desire to plan a run/walk event in their communities. They all have a one question in common when taking on such a task. Where in the world do I start? I know that feeling well because I experienced it the first time I [...]
Lexington Half-Marathon
Next spring, runners and walkers in central Kentucky will have a new race option. On Sunday, March 28th, 2010 Lexington, Kentucky will be hosting their first Half-Marathon Run/Walk! The event will also offer a 5K and 1-mile run/walk.
Lexington is known as the “Horse Capital of the World” and the course will give participants the best [...]
