Florida Here We Come!

It’s almost time for the second event in the Rock ‘n’ Roll marathon series.  Team TSF will be traveling to St. Petersburg, FL on February 12, 2012 for the Rock ‘n’ Roll St. Pete ½ Marathon Series. 

The goal of Team TSF, and Turner Syndrome Foundation, Inc., is to raise awareness for Turner Syndrome.  Turner Syndrome is the number one chromosomal condition in women, affecting 1 in every 2000 girls.  Even though it is fairly common, Turner Syndrome is little known.  In fact, most patients don’t get diagnosed until around the age of 14, keeping them from important treatments and therapies. 

“We need research to find new and better treatments plus education for expecting parents,” adds John Dunn, a Team TSF member whose granddaughter has TS. 

By participating with Dunn and Team TSF in the St. Pete marathon, you will be helping bring awareness to Turner Syndrome which will, hopefully, help lower the diagnosing age for patients.  The earlier TS girls begin treatments and therapies the better.

If you don’t feel like walking or running the marathon, Team TSF can always use volunteers the day of the event, or you can come and cheer on the participants. 

“[The St. Pete Event is a great way] to stimulate people asking questions at the race about TS  [as well as] a great way to promote healthy life style and spread positive messages,” said Dunn. 

Beyond an opportunity to spread the news about TS, the event is a great way to have fun with friends and family, and meet new people.  The race will be held on a flat, easy course with music at every mile.  Perfect for any level of athletic ability.  There will also be a pre race pasta party and a post race concert headlined by Flo Rida. 

Can’t make it to Florida?  Team TSF will be participating in events in Nashville, TN in April; Long Branch, NJ in May; and Seattle, WA in June. 

For more information, or to register for the event, visit:

Turner Syndrome Foundation website: www.tsfusa.org or email coach@teamtsf.org

Official Event Website: http://runrocknroll.competitor.com/st-petersburg

Donate online!

Turner Syndrome Foundation, Inc., PO Box 726, Holmdel, NJ 07733

www.TurnerSyndromeFoundation.org

Jersey Shore Fun!!

Where can you exercise, spend some precious time with your friends and family, and support charities all at the same time?
The New Jersey Marathon Festival Fun Events at the Shore.
Before the serious and intensity of the marathon, 1/2 marathon, and relay marathon takes place on Sunday, Family Fun Events took place on Saturday at Long Branch, NJ.
The day began at 8:30 with the 3-mile fun run/walk. If you like walking the boardwalk, this event is for you -the Long Branch boardwalk is one of the best I have seen in my 23 years. It is not competitive, but there is a timer set up. Just make sure you where socks that won't slip down and cause a blister. I made that mistake and only walked a mile and half. :(
9:30 began the "Kids" 1.2 mile marathon. A run for all ages.
The kids' races for kids ages 2-12 beagan a 10:30. Kids were divided into age groups to compete in short sprints on a soft grass field. Medals were awarded to all participants for thier hard work!! Thier faces as they crossed the field and recieved thier medals were priceless!
While waiting for their event to begin, youngsters could get their face painted, visit a clown and walk away with a balloon animal, or let out energy in the "Fun Bus" Fitness on wheels.
The day ended with a performance by Mr. Ray at 11 and prize drawings.
What could be a better way to spend a gorgeous Saturday morning in Spring?
Ending the events at 12 left plenty of daylight to enjoy the shops and restaraunts right off the boardwalk. That was where you could find my family and I!
Did I mention that the events supported the Turner Syndrome Foundation?
What's more, while shopping, a sales clerk noticed our Team TSF t-shirts, and I overheard her ask my mom about TS!! Spreading the word!!! Cannot wait for next year!!