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Archana’s journey into walking began with a simple but powerful motivation — her health. What started as a personal goal quickly blossomed into a fulfilling routine that brought both physical and emotional rewards. “I was motivated by health reasons to start walking again last year,” she shared. “After three months, it felt really good and […]

Grace’s running journey began as a step toward recovery. After tearing her ACL playing soccer, running became a necessary part of her rehab. But what started out as a requirement quickly turned into something more. “I started running in 2023, a year after my surgery,” she shared. “It began as rehab, but it gradually evolved […]

Ono’s journey with running has been fueled by a lifetime of movement and an even deeper passion for purpose. From growing up playing sports like track & field and field hockey, to pushing herself through CrossFit, Spartan Races, and trail runs, she’s always found joy in staying active and setting new goals. “Making goals for […]

For Mandy, walking isn’t just exercise — it’s a way to honor her daughter Evellynn, who was diagnosed with Pre B-Cell ALL at just six years old. What began as walking with Evellynn became walking for her — every step filled with purpose, strength, and hope. “The best part about walking is that I feel […]

For Richard, running started as a way to support his mental health — and quickly became something much deeper. With every step, he discovered not only a path toward wellness, but also a new sense of community and connection. “What I enjoy most is the connection — with other runners and with nature,” he shared. […]

Lynda’s running journey started with a simple goal: to become more fit. What began as walking gradually turned into jogging, and before she knew it, she was running — and proud to call herself a runner. “I now call myself a runner :)” she shared. For Lynda, running is about more than physical fitness. It’s […]

Susie’s running journey began with love and support — when her sister-in-law decided to run a marathon while her husband was deployed, Susie laced up and joined her. What started as solidarity quickly became a source of strength and peace. “For me, running is the only time when my brain shuts off,” Susie shared. “I […]

For James and his wife Brigette, running and walking have always been about more than just movement — they’re about wellness, connection, and exploration. While they’re not running regularly right now, both have gone through seasons where lacing up for a run was part of their daily lives. “We’ve always been drawn to it for […]

For Rockell, running has always been tied to her love of sports. From soccer and basketball to field hockey, she’s been on the move since childhood. “I’ve always been very competitive,” she shared. “I had to practice my run so I could score!” That athletic drive laid the foundation for a lifelong passion for running. […]

For Wendy, running started as a way to connect — she joined the Howard County Striders to meet new friends and found so much more in the process. “Training for races with new friends, and the feeling of accomplishment after crossing the finish line — that’s what keeps me going,” she shared. Her must-have for […]