Get Fit During National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

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10/04/2011
General Exercise
Participate in National Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October by joining the united effort to raise funds that support research, diagnosis, prevention, treatment and a cure for the disease. Stay active with one of these charitable walks for a cure.

To recognize National Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, fitness enthusiasts can join a united effort by participating in charitable walks for a cure. Organized walks are a great way to exercise for an important cause, raise funds, and support research, diagnosis, prevention, treatment and a cure for the disease.

Plus, as high levels of estrogen have been linked to an increased risk of breast cancer and excess body fat stores estrogen, consistent exercise is a great way to reduce overall body fat and take action in your personal commitment to breast cancer prevention. Don't let October pass by without participating in a breast cancer awareness walk!

 

  • Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure® –

    This is the world’s largest fundraising event that celebrates survivorship and honors those who have lost their lives to breast cancer. The non-competitive events include more than 140 races, 1.6 million participants and more than four continents. Whether you are a beginner or an elite runner, you can participate in a variety of events like a 1K run/walk, a 5K Run for Breast Cancer Survivors, 5k walk and Sleep-In for the Cure®.

To find out more, visit http://ww5.komen.org/findanevent.aspx

  • American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer® –

    Another nationally practiced event, this non-competitive awareness walk also raises money for breast cancer research. In 2010, nearly 800 million walkers raised more than $60 million to save the lives of those suffering from breast cancer.

To find out more, visit http://makingstrides.acsevents.org/

  • Avon Walk for Breast Cancer –

    The Avon Walk New York includes a 26-mile walking tour of the Big Apple, including the Rockefeller Center, Brooklyn Bridge, SoHo and Central Park. Charlotte, North Carolina, billed one of “The Top 20 Walking Cities” in the nation is another city hosting this important event.

To find out more, visit www.avonwalk.org/

  • Walk the Walk –

    WTW is an international grant-making charity dedicated to raising money for vital breast cancer causes, and encouraging women and men to become healthier. Walk The Walk takes teams of women and men to challenges all over the world to raise money and awareness.

To find out more, visit http://www.walkthewalk.org/Home

 

 

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