Monday, October 5, 2009
Today is my Birthday (actually it ended about 20 minutes ago). I realize it will not be my birthday by the time you read this but on this occasion I feel like it is appropriate to draw attention to my fundraising page for Ride Ataxia Philadelphia. Here you can make a donation, view my progress toward my fundraising goal and view the overall progress toward the entire event goal. We are off to a strong start but we need your help to get us there. Thank you for your support!
Sunday, October 4, 2009
Recovery
Just got back from a ride and I have a million things to do today (don't we all).
Often times when I finish a ride I shower, get dressed, then I'm off doing my million other things. Then a couple hours later I crash (just completely run out of energy). This is because I overlook the recovery part of my workout. I often don't eat enough after a ride to allow my body to recover. Three years into my cycling experience I am finally realizing that I need to slow down and be mindful of the recovery process after my rides.
So this morning I ate right when I got off the trike, I iced my knee, took a rest for a bit, took a shower, got dressed and now I'm off to do a million other things...
Often times when I finish a ride I shower, get dressed, then I'm off doing my million other things. Then a couple hours later I crash (just completely run out of energy). This is because I overlook the recovery part of my workout. I often don't eat enough after a ride to allow my body to recover. Three years into my cycling experience I am finally realizing that I need to slow down and be mindful of the recovery process after my rides.
So this morning I ate right when I got off the trike, I iced my knee, took a rest for a bit, took a shower, got dressed and now I'm off to do a million other things...
Saturday, October 3, 2009
Every Day in October
If you haven't noticed, I have been posting every day for the past few days. There is a lot of exciting stuff to communicate lately and I would like to let you know about all of it. For that reason I am going to try to post a blog at least every day for the month of October. I have never tried this before and it is already proving to be a challenging task. However I am going to give it my best. You might get some posts at 1159pm because I had already gone to bed and remembered just before I fell asleep. Also I am going to be traveling to the Philly Ride which will make things challenging but lets see what happens. I hope to see you here every day!
If this post did not satisfy your appetite for entertainment, please check out this post from a couple years ago, its one of my favorites.
If this post did not satisfy your appetite for entertainment, please check out this post from a couple years ago, its one of my favorites.
Friday, October 2, 2009
Friendly Reminder
About FARA:
Friedreich's Ataxia is a genetic, progressive neuromuscular condition that affects all muscle coordination from the toes to the fingertips. FA has side effects such as scoliosis, diabetes and serious heart complications. The progressive loss of coordination and muscle strength leads to motor incapacitation and the full-time use of a wheelchair. Most young people diagnosed with FA require mobility aids such as a cane, walker, or wheelchair by their teens or early 20s. The Friedreich's Ataxia Research Alliance (FARA) is supporting promising research that will improve the quality and length of life for those diagnosed with Friedreich's ataxia and will lead to treatments that eliminate its symptoms. http://curefa.org.
About Ride Ataxia:
Kyle Bryant founded Ride Ataxia in 2007 with a 2,500 mile ride from San Diego, CA to Memphis, TN. Since then Ride Ataxia has become a national powerhouse travelling 3,300 miles in the past three years, raising invaluable ataxia awareness and bringing together $700,000 in research funds. With Kyle Bryant as the Program Director, Ride Ataxia now operates as a FARA program and in 2010 Ride Ataxia will feature challenging and family friendly rides in Sacramento, CA, San Diego, CA and Philadelphia, PA. The event will expand to Dallas, Tampa, Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, St. Louis, Seattle and beyond in the near future.
The mission of Ride Ataxia is to Educate the public about ataxia by drawing attention through acts of physical endurance, Enable the advancement of ataxia research through collaborative financial support and Empower Ataxians by inspiring, motivating and providing opportunities to develop physical and mental strength. http://rideataxia.org.
Friedreich's Ataxia is a genetic, progressive neuromuscular condition that affects all muscle coordination from the toes to the fingertips. FA has side effects such as scoliosis, diabetes and serious heart complications. The progressive loss of coordination and muscle strength leads to motor incapacitation and the full-time use of a wheelchair. Most young people diagnosed with FA require mobility aids such as a cane, walker, or wheelchair by their teens or early 20s. The Friedreich's Ataxia Research Alliance (FARA) is supporting promising research that will improve the quality and length of life for those diagnosed with Friedreich's ataxia and will lead to treatments that eliminate its symptoms. http://curefa.org.
About Ride Ataxia:
Kyle Bryant founded Ride Ataxia in 2007 with a 2,500 mile ride from San Diego, CA to Memphis, TN. Since then Ride Ataxia has become a national powerhouse travelling 3,300 miles in the past three years, raising invaluable ataxia awareness and bringing together $700,000 in research funds. With Kyle Bryant as the Program Director, Ride Ataxia now operates as a FARA program and in 2010 Ride Ataxia will feature challenging and family friendly rides in Sacramento, CA, San Diego, CA and Philadelphia, PA. The event will expand to Dallas, Tampa, Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, St. Louis, Seattle and beyond in the near future.
The mission of Ride Ataxia is to Educate the public about ataxia by drawing attention through acts of physical endurance, Enable the advancement of ataxia research through collaborative financial support and Empower Ataxians by inspiring, motivating and providing opportunities to develop physical and mental strength. http://rideataxia.org.
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Ride Philly Registration
The registration for the Philly Ride is going very well! We already have 125 participants signed up with room for many, many more. So please click the link above or visit this website: rideataxia.org/philly to register online.
For those of you coming from out of town (like me), we have reserved a block of rooms at a pretty good rate in a couple different hotels (click here for hotel information). The room blocks are almost full so call soon!
Registration for the Philly Ride ends October 18 so sign up now and start raising funds! We have reached 20% of our fundraising goal with only a few weeks remaining! I am confident that we will reach our goal! Check our progress or make a donation at the FUNDRAISING PAGE.
PS - Check out this press release about the ride.
For those of you coming from out of town (like me), we have reserved a block of rooms at a pretty good rate in a couple different hotels (click here for hotel information). The room blocks are almost full so call soon!
Registration for the Philly Ride ends October 18 so sign up now and start raising funds! We have reached 20% of our fundraising goal with only a few weeks remaining! I am confident that we will reach our goal! Check our progress or make a donation at the FUNDRAISING PAGE.
PS - Check out this press release about the ride.
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Full Speed Ahead!
I am excited to announce that I recently became a full time employee of the Friedreich's Ataxia Research Alliance (FARA). The main purpose of my job is to expand Ride Ataxia with the thought that it might become a revenue stream for the organization with rides all over the country. I could not be more excited about this opportunity to continue pushing the limits and seek my passion full time!
My first week at work was a benchmark week for me. I spent the week in Tampa with Juliann Green (FARA development officer) and Jennifer Farmer (FARA executive director) and we had a crazy week full of presentations and meetings capped off by the taping of a television show (NBC Daytime) which aired in 99 different markets all across the country!
I can't wait to see what the future holds for me personally as we work together to raise awareness and research funds for this important cause. The cure is out there...
My first week at work was a benchmark week for me. I spent the week in Tampa with Juliann Green (FARA development officer) and Jennifer Farmer (FARA executive director) and we had a crazy week full of presentations and meetings capped off by the taping of a television show (NBC Daytime) which aired in 99 different markets all across the country!
I can't wait to see what the future holds for me personally as we work together to raise awareness and research funds for this important cause. The cure is out there...
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
USF Symposium
Hi Folks,
I realize its been a while. Check out this article about the FARA - USF symposium last week: http://hscweb3.hsc.usf.edu/health/now/?p=7640
I realize its been a while. Check out this article about the FARA - USF symposium last week: http://hscweb3.hsc.usf.edu/health/now/?p=7640
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