QPR Suicide Prevention Training TONIGHT!
The Stepping Strong Center invites you, along with any family, friends, or donors, to join Cheryl Lang TONIGHT at 6pm EST for a virtual training on how to empower individuals to intervene and help prevent suicide. We hope you will join us! RSVP for the QPR virtual training by clicking here.
Saturday Training Runs
It was great seeing so many of you on Saturday for the first group training run!! This Saturday’s run on 12/21 will be a six – ten mile run that starts at Joint Venture Physical Therapy (660 Beacon St. in Kenmore Square, Boston) at 8am. Doors will open at 7:30am and Caroline will be there, so make sure to introduce yourselves! Please call/text Caroline at 617 763 4657 if you need any support Saturday morning.
Be sure to check out John’s website and his latest email for more information and to keep up to date on the training schedule. Make sure you are signed up to receive weekly email updates from Coach John, which are separate from our emails, to keep you informed, educated, and motivated for this season’s Boston Marathon training. Click here to subscribe to his newsletter.
Teammates at last week’s training run!
Withdrawal Deadline Reminder
If for some reason your plans have changed and you are no longer able to participate on this year’s team, please let us know by January 1, 2025, so we can withdraw you and fill your spot with a waitlisted runner. After January 1, 2025, you will be responsible for your fundraising commitment, regardless of if you are able to run or not in April.
Fundraising Check-In Calls
Our team is hosting fundraising check-in calls throughout the marathon season to support YOU! While not mandatory, these are a great chance to check-in with us and make sure you feel prepared for your marathon fundraising. CLICK HERE to sign up. Calls will start on Friday, January 17 and continue bi-weekly through Friday, April 4.
Fundraising Tip of the Week
Send personalized holiday cards to donors thanking them for their support and include an update on your marathon training. Let them know they’re part of your journey and inspire them to give again in the new year!
Sports Medicine Assistance
If you need an appointment for support with an injury, please click here to fill out our in-take form. Runners are responsible for all costs and will be required to provide insurance information. Please note this form is not to be used for emergencies and if you are experiencing a medical emergency, please dial 911 immediately. Our sports medicine assistance is different than the complimentary screenings offered by Joint Ventures Physical Therapy.
From start to finish,
Ali, Ally, and Caroline