Achilles International helps people with disabilities run, walk, or roll in ways they want. Find out more about the organization's benefits and goals.
with quality of life, mental health, weight maintenance, and general health, including the prevention of diseases.
"Athletes can run, walk, or roll," says Margaret DeJesus, director of communications for Achilles International. "We also offer adaptive cycling and wheelchair racing in select cities."But Achilles does more than just pair athletes with guides. The organization prioritizes fostering community. Magisano explains that while the fitness benefits are excellent, the community is just as important.
Tianna Biscone is an Achilles Guide also based in New York City. For Biscone, building trust—a major factor in a community—is among the most important parts of the role. "Trust is a major component, I would assume that for a blind runner. It can be unnerving to put your safety entirely in the hands of someone else. It really is a privilege to have someone instill this faith in me as a guide. [It's] not something I ever take for granted.".
South Africa Latest News, South Africa Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Anchorage’s Mobile Medics International team helps in evolving aftermath of Maui wildfires“This is how we give back to the people we serve, whether its in the United States or internationally, but this is how we give back to the people of Maui and give back to them the best we can. What we really hope for is that we show up and let them know, we’re here to help you, Alaska’s here to help you... and that we don’t want anything in return,” Teresa Gray, with Mobile Medical International, said.
Read more »
Rom-com creator has 'massive sense of guilt' for making hit show: 'Limiting for women'Rose Matafeo, creator of the popular rom-com 'Starstruck,' says she has 'massive' guilt in making the sitcom, suggesting the genre is limiting for women.
Read more »
Broncos coach Sean Payton is making his players jealous with exclusive Jordan shoesDenver Broncos coach Sean Payton said his deal with Jordan Brand started after Michael Jordan saw he was wearing the shoes at NFL games.
Read more »
Kate Middleton making secret, late-night calls to Prince Harry: report“Kate has been in touch with Harry to tell him to keep his chin up and not worry too much about these temporary setbacks,” a source claimed to Closer Weekly.
Read more »
FAA investigating close call at San Diego International AirportWATCH: Federal authorities said they were investigating a near collision between a Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 and a Cessna Citation business jet at San Diego International Airport.
Read more »
Montgomery middle, high schools are making students put cell phones in locked bagsIf you've ever been to a big comedy show where you had to put your cellphone in a locked bag during the show, you'd likely be familiar with this technology.
Read more »