This week I ran over 55 miles. That’s a high mileage week for me, especially so soon after a marathon. One persistent thought was with me as I ran: “How lucky am I?” I get to run with some wonderful friends. I get to stay in shape so I can keep up with my kids. And I get to enjoy all be benefits of physical activity. What a gift. And I thought about all the people who aren’t so lucky. All the kids who don’t get a chance to enjoy running.
I have become involved with an organization called Chances for Children. This group brings running and nutrition programs into schools that have had funding cuts and no longer are able to support PE and health programs. They also support camp programs for underpriviledged kids that emphasize lifelong fitness, running, and nutrition. They are on the front lines fighting childhood obesity. Please visit my fundraising page and help me get to my goal: http://www.active.com/donate/TEAMChances/cwyman
