Tag: bootcamp-against-cancer

Personal Trainer Susan Doyle’s father passed away from cancer two years ago. He battled the disease with courage for 19 years.

What began as prostate cancer in 1991 eventually spread throughout his body. Three years ago he started chemotherapy, which made him so ill that he soon stopped the treatment.

Eight weeks after stopping chemo, cancer claimed his life.

He was 77 years young.

I also know the heartbreak involved with losing someone to this horrible disease. My grandfather passed away from lung cancer in 1995. We were incredibly close. He was vibrant and active and far too young, at 69, to have cancer steal his life.

Cancer does not discriminate. 

It affects both the young and the old. The rich and the poor. The once healthy and the strong and the chronically ill and the weak.

Odds are it affects someone you love too.

On Saturday, November 6th, from 8:45-9:45am, Midtown is sponsoring the Second Annual Bootcamp Against Cancer, which honors the memory of Susan’s dad and all those who have lost their lives to this disease.

A $20 donation to the Rochester American Cancer Society gets you a great workout, fun prizes, and refreshments following the camp. 100% of the proceeds raised will go toward finding a cure for cancer.

The Bootcamp Against Cancer will feature:

• Three rounds of 8-to-10 trainer-staffed stations, each featuring a different exercise, including cardio, weight benches, a Pilates station, boxing bags, sprinting, and core work.
• Raffles for prizes including gift cards to The Spa at Midtown and Macaroni Grill, and gift certificates for free smoothies at the Bon Marche Cafe.

Guests are welcome, so grab a friend and sign up at the front desk with your $20 donation. Over $800 was raised at this bootcamp last year, and Susan would love to raise even more this year.  

How has cancer affected your life?