This package also includes a guaranteed 2012 entry to the major marathon of your choice as a member of Team Reeve in New York City, Chicago, Marine Corps (DC), or London.
Finishing an Ironman triathlon, which consists of a a 2.4-mile swim, a 112-mile bike ride and a marathon, is a remarkable feat for any athlete. But 30-year-old John Carson is no ordinary athlete.
Two years ago, Mr. Carson was training on his bicycle near his home on Long Island in New York when a sport utility vehicle smashed into him from behind. He remembers fading in and out of consciousness and waking up in the intensive care unit as a quadriplegic. Doctors offered little hope for recovery as the accident had injured his cervical spine. But within a week, he began regaining limited use of his arms and hands, a development he says confounded his doctors. Still, Mr. Carson said doctors gave him little chance of regaining the use of his legs. His family reached out to the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation for advice about treatment and life after spinal cord injury, and after intensive rehabilitation within a few months, slowly, amazingly, Mr. Carson began to walk again.
Despite these challenges, a year after the accident, Mr. Carson completed the 2010 Lake Placid Ironman in 14 hours 56 minutes - a good time for an able-bodied athlete. And earlier this year, he ran the Boston Marathon on behalf of the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation, finishing the race in 4 hours 40 minutes 6 seconds - again, an excellent time for an able-bodied runner. John has raised nearly $20,000 for the Foundation through his racing efforts.
This is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience for any athlete - train with one of the most inspiring athletes ever, and finish the race of your choice with him!
Also includes guaranteed 2012 entry to the major marathon of your choice as a member of Team Reeve: New York City, Chicago, Marine Corps (DC), or London. Although you will skip the application/approval process to become a member of Team Reeve, you will be responsible for all fundraising minimums and travel costs associated with marathon participation. Learn more about the benefits of running with Team Reeve and the fundraising minimums associated with each marathon here.
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