Join the 2018 BWH Stepping Strong Marathon Team to become part of a passionate movement dedicated to turning tragedy into hope for civilian and military heroes worldwide who have suffered devastating traumatic injuries. All funds raised support The Gillian Reny Stepping Strong Center for Trauma Innovation at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH). Established by the Reny family to honor the BWH caregivers who saved their daughter Gillian’s life and limbs following the 2013 Boston Marathon bombings, the center is dedicated to helping trauma patients like Gillian step strong again.
Team Perks:
- Worry-free logistics including a private meeting space in Hopkinton the morning of the race
- Personalized training including weekend training runs and a team of professional trainers and physical therapists to prepare you for race day
- Fundraising assistance including tips and helpful hints to grow your fundraising total
- Branded team apparel including a race day singlet and team jacket
- Team meetings with information about fundraising, nutrition, and marathon weekend activities and logistics
- Team socials where runners can meet and mingle
- A dedicated water/snack station during long-run training
- Team pasta dinner the evening before the race for runners, their family, and friends
- A post-race celebration for runners and their families including lunch, complimentary massages, and immediate access to trainers and physicians
- Inspirational speakers and surprises throughout the training season
Testimonials:
“During my deployment to Iraq, I saw firsthand the impact of trauma, both physically and mentally. I run with BWH because Stepping Strong is a great platform to help survivors of traumatic injury.” -Tom Steinbrunner
"Running with the Stepping Strong Marathon Team in 2017 was the best day of my life! The spirit of the team was powerful and positive, and that, along with the mantra Stepping Strong is what energized me throughout the entire run. I highly recommend running with this wonderful team." - Rachel Bliss