Recapping the Broad Street Run and More
A sea of pink in Philadelphia today as thousands gathered this Mother’s Day at the 23rd Komen Philadelphia Race for the Cure. From hundreds of volunteers to sponsors, runners to walkers, fundraisers to participants – many made it a day of celebration and empowerment for all women.
This is just one run of many races to come since last weekend’s Broad Street Run. Jenna Communications’ President, Jennifer Sherlock gives you a taste of her BSR experience and a preview of another race called Strides for Stroke that is also saving lives and raising awareness.
Septa’s Broad Street Line is packed at 7 a.m. as runners prepare for the 10 miles from North to South Philly.
My friend Lauren Nickles and I are all stretched and ready to attack Broad Street.
This is just one mile in as a sea of runners get ready to pace themselves for the next nine miles to go!
Finally I finished with my buddy Marshall Harris. The Comcast SportsNet anchor ran 1:17 and I finished with my best time in 9 years at 1:21. I hope to break 1:20 next year on my tenth year of running the race. Marshall hopes to break 1:15.
Finally, the next run I will be participating in is the Delaware Valley Stroke Council’s Strides for Stroke 5K Sunday, June 9 at 8:30 am in Philadelphia by the Art Museum Circle. The run takes place on a scenic course through Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive and raises awareness for stroke, the #1 cause of adult disabilities and #3 cause of death.
All proceeds help guarantee the continued success of the Delaware Valley Stroke Council’s programs to educate people on stroke and advocate for cutting-edge stroke care at area hospitals.
At this time, the Delaware Valley Stroke Council is searching for volunteers to help with tasks leading up to the race and also to assist with race day. Projects include helping with special events, logistics, fundraising, donation requests, registration, refreshments and more. This is an ideal opportunity to gain experience working with a nonprofit organization.
Like us on Facebook and join the event for more details. Register here for Strides for stroke: http://ow.ly/kSCcx