Make 2010 a memorable year; do something that not only makes you feel great, but also positively promotes the chiropractic profession: run the Sept. 12 Chicago Half Marathon or the Oct. 10 Chicago Marathon for the Non-Profit Chiropractic Organization (NPCO).
The task of running 13.1 or 26.2 miles may seem daunting, but over 85 percent of our 2009 team was first-time runners and each person "ran with a vision" and crossed the finish line with a personal best! Runners ranged from doctors to students to patients from across the country, all running with a common goal to promote the chiropractic profession by "Running for a Healthier Tomorrow."
"Running with Team NPCO in the 2009 Chicago Marathon was incredible," said Dr. Wendy Hutton. "I have been a runner for many years, but having a purpose to get out and run took the experience to a new level. I am so proud of NPCO and the work they're doing to get chiropractic to people in need around the world...and what a great way to give them the support they need. I plan on running with them again in 2010!"
Registration officially begins Feb. 1 and spots are limited. The NPCO has special programs in place for doctors interested in running either the Chicago Half Marathon or the Chicago Marathon with their patients. All runners receive (free) an official Team NPCO jersey, personalized fundraising Web site, weekly support, a training program and much more.
The NPCO is looking to exceed its 82-member team from 2009 and reach its team donation goal of $100,000. All money raised will go toward opening up nonprofit clinics in Third World countries and educating their local communities about the benefits of chiropractic. To find out more about the NPCO and/or to register for Team NPCO, visit www.npco.org.
Source: Non-Profit Chiropractic Organization
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