Close Menu
  • Home
  • Vaccines
  • Politics
  • Health
  • Tech
  • Sports
  • Research
  • Fitness
  • Careers
What's Hot

Health Canada approves Novartis’ KISQALI® for HR+/HER2- early breast cancer patients at high risk of recurrence

Sheriff, county lawyer seeking mental health funds at Minnesota State Capitol

Chronic absences have not disappeared. Research shows that poor children are most hurt.

Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram
subjectional.com
Subscribe
  • Home
  • Vaccines
  • Politics
  • Health
  • Tech
  • Sports
  • Research
  • Fitness
  • Careers
subjectional.com
Home » Nonprofit organization helps breast cancer survivors use fitness as part of recovery
Fitness

Nonprofit organization helps breast cancer survivors use fitness as part of recovery

Paul E.By Paul E.October 29, 2024No Comments2 Mins Read
Share Facebook Twitter Pinterest Copy Link Telegram LinkedIn Tumblr Email
Share
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Email


Superior Women-run nonprofit organization is working to help breast cancer survivors make fitness a part of their recovery journey.

Superior Women-run nonprofit organization is working to help breast cancer survivors make fitness a part of their recovery journey.

Lindsay Marcelli started Compete for a Cure, which raises money through CrossFit competitions and awards grants to both survivors and gyms.

“Our goal is to just meet survivors where they are and see if they can thrive,” she said.

Heather Souders of Poplar had her membership paid for CrossFit Shipwreck in Superior.

“When you have a double mastectomy and gain weight, you don’t feel good about yourself at all,” she says.

She was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer in 2018. Souders’ aunt had died of breast cancer, and she discovered the lump during a routine self-examination. Her husband was deployed at the time, so she didn’t tell him right away. She came in for tests and the doctor scheduled a mammogram. Then they sent her for an ultrasound, then a biopsy, all in one day.

“Then two days later they called me and said yes, I had triple-negative breast cancer,” she said.

The Air Force quickly brought her husband home, and she began chemotherapy within a week. She also underwent a double mastectomy and hysterectomy in 2019. She has been cancer-free ever since.

“Before I had breast cancer, I was very active5 and always had a passion for fitness,” she said. And of course I was very tired during treatment, so I wasn’t very active. ”

But she was ready to make a change and heard that CrossFit Shipwreck had just opened. That’s how she connected with Compete for a Cure, which secured a grant for both her and Jim.

“That allowed us to provide equipment to help Heather,” said Kyle Ackman, owner of CrossFit Shipwreck. “I was also able to get a lot of education online, free education, which was also very helpful.”

Compete for a Cure has an online course called “Breast Cancer Fundamentals.”

“All of their coaches, as soon as they found out the course was available, took it, printed the certificates and helped Heather out,” Marcelli said.

Heather discovered what many other survivors have: that she is not broken and that her body can do difficult things.

Related article: Breast cancer fitness seen at Baihly Warfield Elevator Superior



Source link

Follow on Google News Follow on Flipboard
Share. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Email Copy Link
Previous ArticleTraffic safety technology company Delk makes “strategic” investment
Next Article President Trump says it’s an honor to be a part of controversial Madison Square Garden rally
Paul E.
  • Website

Related Posts

Missing Georgia mother and TikTok fitness influencer found dead

October 31, 2024

Healthy children have better mental and physical health. What is the best way to get them active?

October 31, 2024

A smart ring that tracks your sleep and fitness could save your life

October 31, 2024
Leave A Reply Cancel Reply

Latest Posts

Health Canada approves Novartis’ KISQALI® for HR+/HER2- early breast cancer patients at high risk of recurrence

Sheriff, county lawyer seeking mental health funds at Minnesota State Capitol

Chronic absences have not disappeared. Research shows that poor children are most hurt.

Transport Secretary reveals overhaul of aging pneumatic transport systems

Latest Posts

Subscribe to News

Subscribe to our newsletter and never miss our latest news

Subscribe my Newsletter for New Posts & tips Let's stay updated!

Welcome to Subjectional!

At Subjectional, we believe that informed opinions are the foundation of a vibrant society. Our mission is to provide insightful, engaging, and balanced information across a diverse range of topics that matter to you. Whether you’re interested in the latest developments in health, navigating the complexities of politics, staying updated on sports, exploring technological advancements, or advancing your career, we’ve got you covered.

Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram Pinterest YouTube

Subscribe to Updates

Subscribe to our newsletter and never miss our latest news

Subscribe my Newsletter for New Posts & tips Let's stay updated!

Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram Pinterest
  • Home
  • About Us
  • Advertise with Us
  • Contact us
  • DMCA
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms & Conditions
© 2025 subjectional. Designed by subjectional.

Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.