About the Joints in Motion Training Team, 2006

Joints in Motion is the international athletic training program for the Arthritis Society. The program has been designed to guide people of all ages and fitness levels through an extensive training program to complete a marathon. On behalf of the Arthritis Society, participants raise funds and awareness to fight arthritis.
I became interested in joining the Ontario division of the Canadian Team several years ago after completing my first half-marathon. However, competing demands of my time practically eliminated the time I would need to dedicate to properly training for a full marathon. Realizing that I am nearing the end of earning my Master in Health Administration from the University of Toronto, I began planning my return to running. I knew that I wanted to complete a full marathon this year, so my plans started to focus on selecting one. It was during my participation in the Arthritis Self Management Program that I made the commitment to run for a cause.

I will be racing 42K in Honolulu, Hawaii on December 10th, 2006.