Essential Running Tips for Amputee Athletes
Read valuable tips from fellow amputee athletes, Cedric King and Adam Popp, to help you get started on your running journey.
Coach’s Corner: Half Marathon Training Tips from Achilles NYC
On February 8, Achilles NYC hosted the virtual Q&A for its inaugural Achilles Connect session for chapter members. Read some top tips for training for a half marathon.
Achilles Flagship Feature: 2023 Highlights
Achilles chapters in major cities across the United States grew tremendously in 2023. Read a recap of some of the year’s highlights
IRONMAN World Champion Who Got Her Start at Achilles Publishes Children’s Book to Inspire Youth to Reimagine What’s Possible
When Minda Dentler first joined Achilles in Central Park, she was not expecting her experiences to lead her to becoming the first female wheelchair athlete to conquer the IRONMAN World Championship. Read a Q&A with Minda and learn more about how she went from training in the park to the podium.
Honoring Dick Traum, A Driving Force for Disability Inclusion
Achilles International mourns the loss of our founder and former President and CEO Richard (“Dick”) Traum, 83, New York, NY. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Traum family and our entire athlete community.
Achilles Mexico Athlete Travels to the U.S. To Compete In Her First Race In Houston, TX
Over 40 Achilles athletes, including military veterans of the Achilles Freedom Team, members of Achilles Mexico and local members of Achilles Houston, raced the 2024 Chevron Houston Marathon weekend events on January 12-14. Read a race weekend recap.
Race Recap: The Cigna Group Sponsors 27 Achilles Athletes and Military Veterans in Walt Disney World® Marathon Race Weekend
Thanks to the support of The Cigna Group, 27 Achilles athletes, led by military veterans of the Achilles Freedom Team, competed in the 2024 Walt Disney World® Marathon weekend in Orlando, FL on January 5 through 7. Read a race weekend recap.
Nearly 500 Achilles Community Members Celebrate the Journey to the Start Line at the NYC Marathon
Nearly 500 Achilles athletes, charity runners and volunteer guides from across the globe raced the 2023 TCS New York City Marathon on November 5. Read a recap of weekend events and race day highlights.
Achilles Kids Fall Recap
From awards dinners to first time marathons, our Achilles Kids have been very busy over the past few months staying active and cheering on their friends and teammates. Read a recap of some of the events they have been up to.
Meet the Marathoner: Achilles Melbourne Athlete Teams Up with iFIT Trainer
Claudia Stevenson of Achilles Melbourne will be taking on the 2023 TCS New York City Marathon for the first time this Sunday alongside her favorite fitness influencer Knox Robinson, who is serving as one of her guides. Read a short Q&A to learn more about Claudia’s journey to the start line.
NYC Marathon Course Tips for Athletes with Disabilities
More than 400 Achilles members participate in the TCS New York City Marathon each year. Read some top race day course tips from leaders at Achilles International for athletes with disabilities.
Meet the Marathoner: Achilles NJ Athlete to Race with HOKA Run Streaker Hellah Sidibe
Rolando Lee of Achilles New Jersey is taking on his second TCS New York City Marathon alongside Hellah Sidibe, HOKA run streaker, elite runner, former soccer player and Achilles volunteer guide. Read a Q&A with Rolando to learn more about his journey to the start line.
Meet the Marathoner: Mom Runs For Daughter Ruby to Benefit Team Achilles
New York native Kelsey Byrne is taking on her first ever marathon this fall as a Team Achilles charity entrant in the TCS New York City Marathon, not for the shiny medal she’ll receive on the other side of the finish line, but in honor of her daughter, Ruby. Read a Q&A with Kelsey about her journey to the NYC Marathon.
Bank of America Chicago Marathon Race Recap
Over 70 Achilles community members from nine different chapters all over the world came together to participate in the 2023 Bank of America Chicago Marathon on October 8, 2023. Read a race recap.
Achilles Freedom Team to Compete in 2023 Detroit Free Press Marathon on October 15 Thanks to Support from GM Military Appreciation Program and Metro Detroit Chevy Dealers
Achilles International is pleased to announce that the Achilles Freedom Team will once again compete in the Detroit Free Press Marathon thanks to the continued generosity and support of the GM Military Appreciation Program and Metro Detroit Chevy Dealers (MDCD).
BMW Berlin Marathon Race Recap
Over 70 Achilles members from chapters across the globe competed in the 49th BMW Berlin Marathon on September 24, 2023. Read a race recap.
Why Achilles: A Place of Understanding
Tim Utzig lost his vision when he was 11-years-old after being diagnosed with Leber’s Hereditary Optic Neuropathy. His passion for team sports like goalball laid the foundation for his love of running, which became a powerful means of destressing and connecting with his inner self. Find out why he runs with Achilles and how he has found a community of supportive and encouraging friends.
Why I Give: Achilles Transforms Fear Into Fuel
Valerie Hartman joined Achilles as a volunteer guide in 2021 to "create community and feel the power of doing something with purpose." Find out why she supports Achilles and how it has made a difference in her life.
Meet the Marathoners: This Mother-Daughter Duo Is Taking on the Chicago Marathon to Support Other Athletes with Disabilities
Samantha Rodriguez and her mother Karina have been racing and training together for the past six years. This mother daughter duo is using their passion for the sport to help support other athletes with disabilities by racing the 2023 Bank of America Chicago Marathon as Team Achilles charity runners. Read a Q&A.
Achilles Leads Conversation for NFL Employees on Volunteerism and Disability Inclusion with Tiki Barber
Achilles led a conversation for National Football League (NFL) employees with NFL ABLE and NFL Community Teammates resource groups on volunteering to help make the benefits of the sport of running more accessible to the disability community. Read a recap and watch the Zoom recording of the panel discussion.