Arthritis Foundation offers marathon training information
March 3, 2000
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
CONTACT:
Ed DeWhitt
(248) 424-9001, Ext. 29
Megan Daniels
(248) 424-9001, Ext. 41
METRO DETROIT - The Arthritis Foundation, Michigan Chapter has a great opportunity for anyone who enjoys walking or running and would like to train for and accomplish a marathon.
The Arthritis Foundation will hold no-obligation informational meetings April 5th through May 10th, 2000 at various locations around Metro Detroit (please see meeting date schedule for specifics). The purpose of the meeting will be to help runners and walkers learn how they can receive a free trip to participate in the 2000 Dublin, Ireland or Honolulu, Hawaii marathon as part of the Arthritis Foundation Joints in Motion Training Team. The meetings will be held at 7 p.m. at the sites listed on the schedule.
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Arthritis Foundation Marathon training -- Add One
Novices, recreational runners/walkers, and seasoned marathon veterans are welcome. Participants in the Joints in Motion program will receive a free, personalized training program designed by a highly qualified coach.
To sign up to attend the informational meeting or to obtain further information about the Joints in Motion program, call Megan Daniels at (248) 424-9001,ext. 41, or toll-free 1-800-968-3030.
An estimated 43 million Americans, 1.5 million of them in Michigan, have arthritis. Arthritis refers to more than 100 different diseases, which affect areas around joints but also can affect other parts of the body. It causes pain and loss of movement, and is the leading cause of disability in the United States.
Donations to the Arthritis Foundation help support research into the cause, cure, prevention, and treatment of the various forms of arthritis and related diseases. The Arthritis Foundation, Michigan chapter spends about 88% of its revenue from events such as Joints in Motion and other fund raising activities on research and quality of life programs.
A variety of Arthritis Foundation quality of life programs and support and education groups are also available from the Arthritis Foundation to help persons with arthritis take a more active part in their care. For more information on Arthritis Foundation programs and services, call the Arthritis Referral and Information Service (AIRS) at toll-free 800-968-3030.
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