Achilles Houston Celebrates Opening of First Fully Accessible Local Park
On December 11th, Achilles Houston witnessed the grand opening of the James Driver All-Inclusive Park. The park is the first of its kind in Harris County, designed to accommodate residents of all ages and abilities to exercise and socialize.
Achilles Athletes Take the Podium at Boston Marathon
Achilles athletes from across the country raced and placed in the 125th running of the Boston Marathon held on October 11, 2021. Retired U.S. Marine Sergeant Zach Stinson, Achilles Freedom Team, placed first in the Men’s Handcycle division while Wendy Larsen, Achilles Houston, placed first in the Women’s Handcycle division.
Achilles Utah on a 365-Mile, Five-Day Tandem Bike Ride to St. George Marathon
Though the pandemic may have cancelled many endurance events last year, Achilles Utah found a creative way to keep members engaged. They spent the summer training for a challenge of their own. The team is in the midst of their inaugural Rise, Ride & Run, a 365-mile, five-day tandem bike ride from Salt Lake City to the St George Marathon on October 2. Hear from some members of the team below and support the ride.
Achilles Around the World
Our chapters across the globe were busy this summer making sure their communities stayed active and connected after a year of isolation.
Passing the Baton of Resilience and Inclusion 650-Miles up the East Coast
The pandemic kept people apart. The Achilles Resilience Relay brought people back together. Athletes with disabilities and their guides completed a 650-mile relay running, riding and walking from Charlotte, NC, to New York, NY, from June 26 to July 10. With each baton pass, it personified overcoming adversity and shed light on the 26% of Americans living with a disability.
Join the U-Haul Keep it Moving Challenge
The Achilles International chapters in Connecticut, Nashville, and New Jersey are challenging you to complete your best 5K, 5-miler or half marathon as part of the Keep It Moving Challenge sponsored by U-Haul. From September 17 through 19 you can run or walk the distance of your choosing virtually or join the chapters for an in-person Hope & Possibility® race. Proceeds benefit Achilles. All registrants based in the U.S. will receive a t-shirt, cowbell medal and coaster.
