Yesterday was the kick-off for Team in Training (TNT). I won a trisports.com t-shirt, which I gave to Tyson (because he has actually completed a triathlon!). I figured it served him better. At the kick off I met Gabbi. Gabbi is one of our honored teammates for TNT she is ten years old and is a 6 year leukemia survivor. It was very nice to meet her. Daniela is our other honored teammate, but she is only 3 years old (she's in remission as of this past month). Two other teammates we race in memory of: A little girl named Alex and a boy named Carlos (Carlos Valencia is a local celebrity for his work in encouraging Hispanics to donate bone marrow). I wish I could have had the opportunity to meet both of those special people. That is why I continue to stay involved in the fight against cancer. We should be running in their honor and not there memory.
Tomorrow starts a series of clinics to prepare us for the marathon. We are going to Fleet Feet Sports to have our gait and feet tested so that we can be properly fitted for new running shoes. I'm looking forward to this because I know how important it is to keep my feet healthy (plus, what girl doesn't love an excuse for a new pair of shoes?) :)
Wednesday is the fundraising clinic. I'm looking forward to this because I'm interested in learning new ways to get the cause out there and start earning money for the run!
Our first official group training session is on Saturday, where we will start from the beginning (1-2 miles). I have been working on the pre-training of 30mins most days of the week. At this point for me that equals about 2 miles (intervals of running and walking). I imagine that I'm going to need to improve dramatically in order to complete the marathon.
Sunday, January 28, 2007
Thursday, January 25, 2007
New adventures
I have decided to revive the giantallen.com website! I think that Josh would be proud to know that even in his absence, we are all continuing the battle against cancer in his memory, and in memory/honor of so many others.
I will now use this page to update you all on the many steps that we take in the battle to find a cure for cancer.
We currently have two upcoming events:
The first you are all familiar with, Climb to Conquer Cancer with Team Giant!
If you would like to join our team, or make a donation, please visit our team page here.
Team Giant has raised over $23,000 to fight cancer through research, education, advocacy, and support.
The second is a big endeavor that Crystal (my sister) and I are taking on together are representatives of Team Giant: RUNNING A MARATHON!
On June 3rd we are going to run (or maybe walk or crawl) 26.2 miles as a member of Team in Training (TNT )! The event is the Rock n’ Roll Marathon and takes place in beautiful San Diego , California
We have each committed to raising $3,600 for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. I figure we can tackle cancer from a different angle :)
Please help us in our efforts! Any amount counts, and we appreciate it. Making a donation is easy, you can hand deliver or mail me a check written to Leukemia & Lymphoma Society or donate online:
Click here to go to our donation page
We know that this is a lot to ask all of our friends and family at one time, but the cause is a worthy one. We are very excited about these upcoming adventures and thank you for your support.
Please check in often for updates on our progress.
I will now use this page to update you all on the many steps that we take in the battle to find a cure for cancer.
We currently have two upcoming events:
The first you are all familiar with, Climb to Conquer Cancer with Team Giant!
If you would like to join our team, or make a donation, please visit our team page here.
Team Giant has raised over $23,000 to fight cancer through research, education, advocacy, and support.
The second is a big endeavor that Crystal (my sister) and I are taking on together are representatives of Team Giant: RUNNING A MARATHON!
On June 3rd we are going to run (or maybe walk or crawl) 26.2 miles as a member of Team in Training (
We have each committed to raising $3,600 for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. I figure we can tackle cancer from a different angle :)
Please help us in our efforts! Any amount counts, and we appreciate it. Making a donation is easy, you can hand deliver or mail me a check written to Leukemia & Lymphoma Society or donate online:
Click here to go to our donation page
We know that this is a lot to ask all of our friends and family at one time, but the cause is a worthy one. We are very excited about these upcoming adventures and thank you for your support.
Please check in often for updates on our progress.
Monday, April 10, 2006
WOWZA!
When I invited all of you to join us in conquering cancer, I had no idea just how much support we would be getting for the 3rd year in a row!!!
Team Giant raised more than anyother team!!! It was probably more than any team has ever raised for our Tucson climb event. I was the top online fundraiser and the top individual fundraiser.
Team Giant raised OVER $14,300!!!!!!!!!!!!! WOWZA!!!
When you combine the last three years that Team Giant has been fighting cancer, we have raised around $25,000 to eradicate the suffering from cancer! Remember, much of that money stays here in Tucson at the cancer center and to assist the many programs that help local cancer survivors.
The event raised over $140,000 putting us at around 10% of the total raised for the event.
We also had over 45 Team Giant members out there walking with us on the bitter cold morning of March 11th. Most of us were able to make it to the top despite the wind. It was so wonderful to see everyone out there, and to know that even more people were at home united with us in their thoughts.
THANK YOU!
Team Giant raised more than anyother team!!! It was probably more than any team has ever raised for our Tucson climb event. I was the top online fundraiser and the top individual fundraiser.
Team Giant raised OVER $14,300!!!!!!!!!!!!! WOWZA!!!
When you combine the last three years that Team Giant has been fighting cancer, we have raised around $25,000 to eradicate the suffering from cancer! Remember, much of that money stays here in Tucson at the cancer center and to assist the many programs that help local cancer survivors.
The event raised over $140,000 putting us at around 10% of the total raised for the event.
We also had over 45 Team Giant members out there walking with us on the bitter cold morning of March 11th. Most of us were able to make it to the top despite the wind. It was so wonderful to see everyone out there, and to know that even more people were at home united with us in their thoughts.
THANK YOU!
Tuesday, January 10, 2006
Lots of updates
Please be sure to read all three of the updates below! :)
You may have noticed that the guestbook isn't working. You can still write comment on each of the posts by clicking on the "comments" link below the post.
You may have noticed that the guestbook isn't working. You can still write comment on each of the posts by clicking on the "comments" link below the post.
Get ready....
...It's that time of year again! That's right, it's time to sign up and fundraise for the American Cancer Society's Climb to Conquer Cancer!!
I will be leading Team Giant again this year and would love to have another big team! Last year we had about 90 members and we raised more money than any other team: over $6,000!!
The money raised by the ACS goes toward Research, Advocacy, Education and Service. Much of the money stays right here in Tucson!
Fun Fact: Did you know....The American Cancer Society funded the doctor that pioneered bone marrow transplantation? It's true, one of many great advancements in the fight against cancer that wouldn't have been possible without the American Cancer Society.
If you would like to join Team Giant, go to here and click "Join Our Team". We would love to have you. You may also donate to the team or individual members from that webpage. Click here to go to my individual page.
If you would like to get one of our personalized "Team Giant" shirts you will need to register by February 3rd. Pre-registration is $40 or $45 the day of the event.
The event takes place on Saturday, March 11, 2006 at 7:30am. It starts at Pima Community College and goes to the top of "A" Mountain. As most of you know, Team Giant started when Josh "Giant" Allen was diagnosed with advanced cancer in Dec '03 at the age of 25. As his friends and family, we rallied to show Josh the love and support that we have for him. We climbed "A" Mountain that year with a team of about 50 people and we raised thousands of dollars to help with the battle against cancer. Josh met us at the top and walked down the three miles!! This event was a turning point in Josh's treatment. He was overcome with the outpouring of love that we all showed him.
Josh's battle ended on September 26, 2004. His memory lives on. We also climb for all who have been affected by this disease.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me: marisaallen@hotmail.com
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