Racing for A Cure

It's about midnight, and I'm still up. After I post this blog, I'm headed to bed, as I've got to be downtown in Detroit meeting my "Race for the Cure" team at 7:30am for our big run.

I'm pretty excited about this. For me, it's another step in my healthy lifestyle. I've got a number to beat, a goal to reach, and this is something that is important for me.

Then again, in my own personal rush to hit my health goals, it's easy to forget the REAL reason for running.

Breast cancer is a serious, serious problem. This race represents a lot to people - including honoring the women who have lost their battles to this disease, and celebrating the women who have won the battle against cancer - and also those who are currently struggling.

I'm proud to be a part of this movement. I've been lucky to not have anyone close to me fall victim to this disease, but prevention is just as important as anything else. To take part in this, and to be part of a team fighting for a common cause - especially something as worthy and as important as this, I'm honored to run next to those who need the support.

So, to all the women in my life - I run for you.

I'll have pictures and such tomorrow. Cheer me on!