Hello, Team!
Did you know that we are nearly 100 members strong? It isn't even the end of January yet, and we are so excited about the interest and support this team is generating for Believe in Miracles! Did you know that a portion of your registration fee goes directly to Believe in Miracles? So even without asking one person for a donation you have already raised support for a great cause. Every time you convince a friend to join the team, you are raising a little support too.
Many race teams (usually larger organizations) have a minimum amount that you must raise to be a part of their team, but Team BIMBO has chosen not to go this route. We want lots of new and seasoned runners to join and realize new dreams and goals. At the same time, we are hoping you will join us in raising funds to help Believe in Miracles bring dreams to life for children in Michigan who are facing life threatening diseases. Their website tells the stories of the precious youngsters who have experienced amazing generosity from Believe in Miracles. Raising support is a chance for you to have a part in the miracles they bring to life.
Eve, my daughter, is a child that has been touched deeply by Believe in Miracles and Jenna Kast. Eve was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in April of 2008 at the age of 3. Our world was upside down for a few years as we rode the chemotherapy roller coaster. Once Eve's health started to stabilize, in stepped Believe in Miracles with an offer to make one of Eve's wishes come true. Eve was given an opportunity to go to the American Girl Doll Store in Chicago and pick out her very first doll. Then she saw a few of the city attractions and got to ride in her first taxi. Amazing what thrills a little girl. :)
Raising support during your training will make it possible for Believe in Miracles to touch the lives of so many children with their heartfelt love. So consider stepping out of your comfort zone and sharing with others one of the reasons this team exists. You will be surprised how Jenna's story and the stories of the children she has touched will inspire people to be a part of something bigger than themselves.
In the links to the right you will find a page that shows an example support letter that you may tailor to your own style and send out to your friends, family and acquaintances. As my husband always says, "It can't hurt to ask." This is new ground for me, so I'm pretty much following the advice of others at this point. Join me, and let's see what happens! :)
Thursday, January 20, 2011
Saturday, January 1, 2011
Happy New Year and Happy New You!
Hey, Team! Here we are! It's 2011, and if you have looked at the suggested training schedules we have on this blog, you noticed that your first workout day is Monday. Get excited! Get committed! Get some good running shoes! Get started and hang on for the ride!
Personally, I am not labeling this as a "resolution," because we all know how long our resolutions for the new year typically last. Instead, I have my schedule on the wall and the determination to take one day at a time. I get excited to be able to put that check mark on the page that says, "I got off my butt today and worked up a sweat!"
I hurt my foot the other day, so the stationary bike and I have been having a couple pow-wows which allows for some reading. In Runner's World (thanks Tracy), I was reading about goal setting and the importance of having more than one goal for this training process. So I was thinking about what a few of my goals are or could be...
1. The big one... I want to FINISH my first half marathon. Run, walk, crawl, whatever it takes... I want to cross that finish line.
2. I want to be a part of that big fat check we hand over to Believe in Miracles at the end of this process.
3. I want to lose weight and feel great. Honestly, if that wasn't one of the benefits of all this exertion, would we put ourselves through this?
Smaller goals that are just as important...
1. Developing physical self-discipline to train and mental self-discipline to change my diet.
2. Encouraging this team to succeed!
3. Avoiding injuries as much as possible
These are just a few things that have crossed my mind as goals. They may change with time. Others may be added, but at the end of April, I hope to have check marks next to several important milestones. Take some time to think about big and small goals for yourself. Write them down. Each day is a step in the right direction, if you are committed to making an effort... instead of excuses! You can do this! We can do this together!
On a different note, if you have questions or concerns, please send them to us via the comments section at the end of each blog post. Our Run Guru has answers!
Personally, I am not labeling this as a "resolution," because we all know how long our resolutions for the new year typically last. Instead, I have my schedule on the wall and the determination to take one day at a time. I get excited to be able to put that check mark on the page that says, "I got off my butt today and worked up a sweat!"
I hurt my foot the other day, so the stationary bike and I have been having a couple pow-wows which allows for some reading. In Runner's World (thanks Tracy), I was reading about goal setting and the importance of having more than one goal for this training process. So I was thinking about what a few of my goals are or could be...
1. The big one... I want to FINISH my first half marathon. Run, walk, crawl, whatever it takes... I want to cross that finish line.
2. I want to be a part of that big fat check we hand over to Believe in Miracles at the end of this process.
3. I want to lose weight and feel great. Honestly, if that wasn't one of the benefits of all this exertion, would we put ourselves through this?
Smaller goals that are just as important...
1. Developing physical self-discipline to train and mental self-discipline to change my diet.
2. Encouraging this team to succeed!
3. Avoiding injuries as much as possible
These are just a few things that have crossed my mind as goals. They may change with time. Others may be added, but at the end of April, I hope to have check marks next to several important milestones. Take some time to think about big and small goals for yourself. Write them down. Each day is a step in the right direction, if you are committed to making an effort... instead of excuses! You can do this! We can do this together!
On a different note, if you have questions or concerns, please send them to us via the comments section at the end of each blog post. Our Run Guru has answers!
Saturday, December 18, 2010
10% Off Your Shoes
Great news -
Just left Hansons Running Shop in Utica on M59 and ALL BIMBOS receive 10% off your shoes! Just let them know you are part of team BIMBO and the owner is thrilled to help out our team and get you suited up in the best shoes possible!
Tracy
Just left Hansons Running Shop in Utica on M59 and ALL BIMBOS receive 10% off your shoes! Just let them know you are part of team BIMBO and the owner is thrilled to help out our team and get you suited up in the best shoes possible!
Tracy
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