Happy Friday! Program note: I am hosting Fit n Fashionable Friday over on Nicole’s blog today so please stop by and say hi!
Today I’d like to talk about a fun campaign I’ve just joined up with: If Girls Ran The World.
Throughout the month of October, thousands of women will join together to collectively run around the world virtually. That’s over 24 thousand miles! Their global efforts will fund numerous charities around the world that benefit girls and women. I will be logging my miles throughout October to benefit Girls on The Run, a cause near and dear to my heart.
Why should you join me?
The Challenge
Seems like people are all about fitness challenges these days! They are fun and a great way to keep up your fitness goals. You are already doing it so why not put it towards a great cause.
It’s social
It’s going to be fun to cheer each other on virtually as we rack up miles. Track and share your miles through Strava or MapMyFitness or just keep track on your own.
Walking or Running counts
It doesn’t matter if you walk or run or what your pace is. Moving forward is all that counts. You can log your miles once a week or everyday up to you.
Pick your cause
You can pick which charity your miles will benefit. I will be running for Girls on The Run but there are literally hundreds to choose from.
Help girl empowerment globally
I especially like that the charities will all help girls and women around the world.
If you’d like more info on how to get involved please visit here
(This post was sponsored by Fit Approach and Sweatpink. All thoughts and ideas are my own.)
Who wants to run around the world with me?
Linking up today with
Friday Five: Courtney, Mar & Cynthia
Fit n Fashionable Friday: Nicole
Kathryn @ Dancing to Running says
I love the motivation behind this campaign. Girls definitely have the power to do anything and everything that they put their mind to.
Deborah Brooks says
I completely agree!
Julie @ Running in a Skirt says
What a fun thing to do! Love GOTR! Great post on Nicole’s site today too.
Deborah Brooks says
Thanks Julie!
Debbie @ Coach Debbie Runs says
I think this is a great campaign! Empowering girls creates stronger more successful women.
Deborah Brooks says
I know! What;s not to love?!
Michelle @ Movin' it with Michelle says
Sounds like an amazing campaign!
Deborah Brooks says
Yes indeed!
Annmarie says
I love social challenges like this- so fun!
Deborah Brooks says
Challenges are fun!
Michelle @ Running with Attitude says
Such a great campaign!
Deborah Brooks says
Yes it is happy to be involved
Kerri McGrail says
I love this cause! I am all about empowering women and young girls – this is so cool!!
Deborah Brooks says
I think it’s a great challenge
Mar @ Mar on the Run says
oooh, I like this idea! I should run for Girls on the Run too!
Deborah Brooks says
I know it’s a great campaign
Meranda@Fairytalesandfitness says
I know about GOTR but had no idea about this campaign!
Deborah Brooks says
I believe this is the first year they are doing this. check it out
Carmy says
I am LOVING this campaign. Girls really do need to run the world 😉
Deborah Brooks says
Wait I thought we already did! 🙂
Kimberly Hatting says
You know me, I’m all about challenges 😉 I need to look into this 😉
Deborah Brooks says
Would love to have you aboard!
Becki @ Fighting for Wellness says
This is a really cool campaign! If my orthotics work (fingers crossed) and I’m able to run and walk without pain, I’ll definitely join in!
Deborah Brooks says
Great would love it!
Rachel says
Heck yeah, mama!! I’m loving If Girls Ran the World. #GIRLPOWER
Deborah Brooks says
Yes it ‘s a great initiative
Sarah- A Whisk and Two Wands says
I love the motivation and inspiration behind this campaign Deborah! I’ll be cheering you on!
Deborah Brooks says
Thanks so much!
Wendy@Taking the Long Way Home says
What a great campaign!
Coco says
This sounds like a great program! I admire your dedication to GOTR!
Deborah Brooks says
Thanks I really love working with them
Akaleistar says
This sounds like a wonderful campaign! Love that this is in support of women and girls charities 🙂
Deborah Brooks says
Isn’t it just great?!
Tee says
I just heard about this recently and plan to join in! Such a great organization, I’m excited for new challenges as well 🙂
Deborah Brooks says
Great the more the merrier!
Mary Beth Jackson says
ME! This is going to be fun!
Deborah Brooks says
Yes it is!
Kim says
I love campaigns for female empowerment in athletics! This one looks great too.
Deborah Brooks says
Yes all the girl power is great!
Esther says
Oh, I def need to get in on this!
I love Girls on the Run! Great organization 🙂
Deborah Brooks says
Would love to have you join in
Kristy from Southern In Law says
What an awesome challenge! I love how MapMyFitness often have charity challenges where you can log miles or minutes you’re already doing to help a great cause!
Deborah Brooks says
I know it’s great to tie it all in together
jill conyers says
Love this! How can you not support a campaign with such an awesome name.
Deborah Brooks says
Well I totally agree 🙂
Karen - Fit in France says
Definitely a great cause !
Deborah Brooks says
Yes I agree!