Stephen Brown » team in training http://remissionman.com RemissionMan Wed, 23 May 2012 12:34:14 +0000 en hourly 1 Comcast Sportsnet NET IMPACT Episode http://remissionman.com/2012/03/10/comcast-sportsnet-net-impact-episode/ http://remissionman.com/2012/03/10/comcast-sportsnet-net-impact-episode/#comments Sat, 10 Mar 2012 16:21:06 +0000 Steve http://remissionman.com/?p=2183 Our local Comcast affiliate featured me on their show NET IMPACT Philly. Here is the link to the clip. NET IMPACT.

]]> http://remissionman.com/2012/03/10/comcast-sportsnet-net-impact-episode/feed/ 3 Happy New Year and More http://remissionman.com/2012/01/29/happy-new-year/ http://remissionman.com/2012/01/29/happy-new-year/#comments Sun, 29 Jan 2012 06:17:06 +0000 Steve http://remissionman.com/?p=2118 Well here we are almost through the first month of the new year. How are the resolutions coming? Hopefully you are still on track. But even if you should waver a little, just make the necessary adjustment and keep moving. Don’t stress over whether you are or are not staying true to your goal(s). Make the fix and keep moving.

I just want to take a few minutes and mention a few quick updates that have unfolded within the last few weeks. Things have been busy, but good busy.  There is a show on Comcast Sportsnet called “Net Impact” that has expressed an interest in telling my story. The show features human interest stories about people and their journey above and beyond sport. I met with show host Gregg Murphy and his camera guy Brian  last week and we shot interviews as well as some training in the pool. The cool thing was that I got to wear a head mounted underwater mini camera. I can’t wait to see how that footage turns out. We will film one or two more sessions over the next couple of weeks and the show should air in March on Comcast Sportsnet. Gregg is a great guy and I am looking forward to our next session. I will keep people posted.

We shot those Net Impact interviews and swim footage at the YMCA in Delaware County PA where I am a longtime member and board member. As it turns out, Gregg Murphy is also on the board of his local YMCA in Gloucester County New Jersey. A couple of days after we filmed, Gregg approached me about being their keynote speaker for the 100 year anniversary celebration of their YMCA. It took me about 6 seconds to think about my answer, after which I responded with an enthusiastic, “I would love to do it. Count me in. And THANKS”. That will be in March and details are still pending. It should be a nice night. And I always welcome the opportunity to connect and network when it comes to the YMCA and all of the good that organization does.

Registration is now OPEN for the Brad Schoener Memorial 5K and Music Marathon which will be held on May 19th. I am directing this race again and hope to treat you all to some new surprises this year – as soon as I figure out what they will be.

I am also working with the legendary and renown band Chico’s Vibe in helping them “orchestrate” a new 5K which will benefit hunger relief. This is still a work in progress and nothing is definitive yet but November 17th, 2012 in Havertown PA is looking very probable. Complete details will be announced once they are confirmed. Expect a FUN event, with registration and timing handled by Tim Krueger’s Run the Day. The band’s front man Dennis Chiccino, and I go back to the mid 1980’s and if the first planning meeting is any indication, this is going to be one heck of a fun trip.

Other than that, not too much is “new”. Training is going well. I feel good. Team in Training is in full swing. Our St. Anthony’s triathlon team is just starting to hit their stride and we started recruitment for the Philadelphia Insurance Triathlon this week. Summer will be here before you know it.

Also, to help get you over the winter hump, please don’t forget to visit this year’s Endurance Sports Expo. The Philly area local event will again be held at the Oaks (Pennsylvania) Convention Center the weekend of February 25th and 26th.  Other locations have also been booked in the region. Be sure to visit www.endurancesportsexpo.com for complete details.

I once again can walk above the clouds with clarity and confidence . On January 23rd I had my semi-annual routine blood work with my oncologist. The weeks leading into these appointments are always filled with angst and anxiety for me. I always find myself asking all of the wrong “what if” questions. But I am happy to report that the results were spot on perfect once again. I had a great appointment and chat with my oncologist.

Also, I have just signed on to work with Philly Health Watch and am very much looking forward to this partnership. My regular monthly contribution will probably be centered around multisport racing and training. BUT I will also have the platform to be able to interview and feature some of the amazing individuals and organizations that I am connected to. And will be able to do so via a couple of different media channels. More very soon on this!

]]> http://remissionman.com/2012/01/29/happy-new-year/feed/ 2 She Inspired a Charity Running Phenomenon http://remissionman.com/2012/01/07/she-inspired-a-charity-running-phenomenon/ http://remissionman.com/2012/01/07/she-inspired-a-charity-running-phenomenon/#comments Sat, 07 Jan 2012 18:25:13 +0000 Steve http://remissionman.com/?p=2110 Once a leukemia patient, now she runs…

New York, January 7, 2011 – Georgia Cleland, now 28, is the little girl who helped spawn an entire running for charity movement – the largest of its kind in the world. A leukemia patient at age 2, when the chance of survival was just 55 percent, today she ran her first half-marathon with Team In Training, the organization her father founded in her honor 23 years ago.  She ran the Walt Disney World half-marathon.  Thanks to her father Bruce Cleland’s imagination, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Team In Training has had a remarkable influence on the world of marathon running and on blood cancer research.

Click here to read this article in its entirety.


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Conshohocken, PA (January 3, 2012) – The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) Team In Training (TNT), the world’s largest and most successful charity endurance sports training program, has been voted Best Charity Training Program in the 2011 Best of Competitor magazine poll.

The winners were chosen by votes from Competitor magazine readers. The results of the annual reader survey will be published in the January 2012 issue of the magazine.

TNT prepares participants to complete a marathon, half marathon, triathlon, or a 100-mile century bikes ride. Participants receive four to five months of training with certified coaches, great choices on travel destinations and all travel arrangements, clinics on nutrition, hydration, injury prevention and the camaraderie of a TEAM. In return, participants raise funds to advance blood cancer research and provide services for patients and their families.

Since its inception in 1988 more than a half a million participants have raised more than $1.2 billion to support the LLS mission to cure blood cancers and improve the quality of lives of patients and their families.

“Competitor magazine is a leading voice in endurance sports, and its readers have their fingers on the pulse of what programs and services provide the highest caliber of training and the best overall experience for participants,” said Kaitlin McCartan, Campaign Director of the Eastern Pennsylvania Chapter. “We are truly honored that Competitor’s  readers have voted Team In Training as their favorite program.”

Teams are now forming for the summer season, which includes St. Luke’s Half Marathon, Lake Tahoe Century Bike Ride, Rock “n” Roll Marathon and Half Marathon in San Diego, Lake Placid Marathon and Half, and Philadelphia Triathlon. For additional information, please call the Eastern Pennsylvania Chapter at (610) 238-0368; or visit www.teamintraining.org/epa.

About The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
 
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is the world’s largest voluntary health agency dedicated to blood cancer. LLS mission is to cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families. LLS funds lifesaving blood cancer research around the world and provides free information and support services.

Founded in 1949 and headquartered in White Plains, NY, LLS has chapters throughout the United States and Canada including the Eastern Pennsylvania chapter. To learn more, visit www.LLS.org or contact the Information Resource Center at (800) 955-4572, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET.

]]> http://remissionman.com/2012/01/03/the-votes-are-in/feed/ 0 Do It For You http://remissionman.com/2011/10/27/do-it-for-you/ http://remissionman.com/2011/10/27/do-it-for-you/#comments Thu, 27 Oct 2011 16:06:48 +0000 Steve http://remissionman.com/?p=2011 Every once in a while I hear from a Team in Training prospect who may be a little fearful or apprehensive about signing up  for the program for any number of reasons. While just about everyone understands the benefit to others and how they can save and change lives, some people are just nervous about taking on the challenge.

I actually love hearing from those people. And I love signing them up and watching them transform themselves into triathletes and crossing the finish line a new person. I sent the below email to one such prospect. My comments are pretty universal so I thought I would share with everyone.

Hi,

I am always happy to talk about the sport, and the program. And take an even greater and vested interest in those that might be a little apprehensive about some aspect of the event. I understand those feelings. I also know that we take pride in working with people to overcome those feelings. I have seen so many people come though the program with slight fears or concerns. I can’t tell you how good it feels for me to watch them grow from week to week and gain a little more confidence and then share with them that feeling of crossing the finish line.

Being a little nervous is an even BIGGER reason to sign up. The benefits that you will derive through this journey are far greater than the sport of triathlon. You will develop a sense of self and confidence that will trickle down to all aspects of your life. I have found that many too many people live their lives in a relatively small comfort zone. And they live their lives and all is “just fine”. BUT sometimes we need more. Sometimes, “just fine” isn’t enough. Sometimes we need to push the edges of that comfort zone and when we do, we discover a completely different world, and a side of ourselves that we never knew existed.

This  triathlon program has three dedicated coaches, all of whom feel exactly the way I do. We take pride in making you into a triathlete.

Don’t do this for any other reason, besides wanting to grow as a person.

Feel free to ask me anything you like!

Hope to see you  at Kick Off

Steve

www.teamintraining.org

]]> http://remissionman.com/2011/10/27/do-it-for-you/feed/ 1 2011 Philly Tri Weekend – All That and Then Some http://remissionman.com/2011/06/27/2011-philly-tri-weekend-%e2%80%93-all-that-and-then-some/ http://remissionman.com/2011/06/27/2011-philly-tri-weekend-%e2%80%93-all-that-and-then-some/#comments Mon, 27 Jun 2011 18:28:37 +0000 Steve http://remissionman.com/?p=1901 logoThis past weekend was the 7th Annual Philadelphia Insurance Triathlon; a race that is near and dear to me on multiple levels. I wear a few different hats during this event weekend. For one, it is one of our Team in Training events so myself, along with my two coaching partners Todd Wiley and Ken Modica, proudly coached about 30 athletes in the years event(s). A handful of athletes competed in Saturday’s sprint distance event, and the majority raced in Sunday’s Olympic distance race. My second hat is as a member of the race staff. I have been a part of this event since its beginning and have been a friend of one of the founders when this event was barely a concept. So it will always be one of my working races or “give back” races. And of course my other hat is simply that of fan and supporter of the sport as a whole.

The weekend started with the V.I.P. party held Friday night for various pros, sponsors, invited guests, etc. As I looked around the room and greeted many of my long time friends in the sport, I was reminded yet again, what keeps me coming back year after year – the people. While we did hang out with many of today’s top ranked professionals, and I have nothing but respect for their abilities, I got  far more satisfaction  out of sharing a bite with legends of the sport such as Jeff Devlin, and one of the more inspiring stories of triumph, Sarah Reinertsen. This is the company that I prefer to keep. 

Saturday morning saw me on site at 4:30 AM, making sure my little area of responsibility (from Black Road to “Bike Out” for those in the know) was finely tuned, coned, barricaded, and ready to go. The weather and water conditions were excellent and Saturday’s race went off without a hitch.

Sunday was an even earlier scheduled arrival time. I was actually a little late when I strolled down Black Road at 3:45 AM, jumbo java in hand. Again, I took to my tasks, and again, we had perfect race conditions. I also had an all time coaching highlight on Sunday…

One of my TNT athletes crashed on the bike right in front of me. As I scurried to get her and her bike out of the danger of oncoming bikes, she could not stop crying at the disappointment of potentially not being able to finish the race.  We called for medical assistance to get her fully checked out. Within a short period of time, she was released from medical and brought back to us where we promptly saddled her back up to finish the bike leg.  She finished her second loop on the bike and then finished the run with the biggest smile I had ever seen.

I was lucky enough to see her as she crossed the finish line and she would not stop hugging me. When she did she said, “I was so upset when I went down that I didn’t even know it was you who had picked me up and was talking to me. Once I realized what was happening and that it was Coach Steve who was helping me, I knew I was going to be ok.” That experience, and hearing those words, is like a million dollar lottery ticket to me. That is the very reason why I do what I do.

Congrats to a few friends for some amazing races. Scoogie, Hugger, Midge, and Wiley – congrats. You guys get it and I’m proud to call you friends.

There was one more memorable moment of levity for me during Sunday’s race. At one point, one of the photographers settled in an area that I was patrolling. Never short of idle worthless small talk, I walked up to him and asked, “Hey, who are you shooting for?”. His apparent response caught me a little off guard because it SOUNDED like he said “Bride and Groom”. Of course this made no sense so I repeated it back to him and asked him if that’s what I heard, and his response was hysterical. With a chuck he said …. “No, BRIGHTROOM Photography, not Bride and Groom. I don’t shoot weddings, I only shoot happy events…. Like triathlons”

For complete Philly Tri results visit www.phillytri.com

]]> http://remissionman.com/2011/06/27/2011-philly-tri-weekend-%e2%80%93-all-that-and-then-some/feed/ 5 My New Race Available in eBook http://remissionman.com/2011/06/15/my-new-race-available-on-ebook/ http://remissionman.com/2011/06/15/my-new-race-available-on-ebook/#comments Wed, 15 Jun 2011 11:59:37 +0000 Steve http://remissionman.com/?p=1859 My leukemia diagnosis and treatment story has now been converted to eBook format. You can check it out HERE.

A true story of how one triathlete copes with his Leukemia diagnosis and uses his training as a weapon against cancer. Journey with him as he goes from diagnosis, through chemotherapy treatment, and across the finish line of an ultra distance triathlon in 7 short months with his family by his side. Portion of proceeds to benefit The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

My other titles are presently being coverted as well.

]]> http://remissionman.com/2011/06/15/my-new-race-available-on-ebook/feed/ 0 Train with the Best to Meet Your Challenge http://remissionman.com/2011/01/07/train-with-the-best-to-meet-your-challenge-3/ http://remissionman.com/2011/01/07/train-with-the-best-to-meet-your-challenge-3/#comments Fri, 07 Jan 2011 13:20:10 +0000 Steve http://remissionman.com/?p=1588 Whether you’re considering training for a marathon, century (100-mile) cycle event or a triathlon, you’ll want to know about the Team In Training Difference.

Only TNT gives you a team of people and hands-on support to help you achieve your training goals. TNT participants benefit from clinics on gear and apparel, injury prevention, hydration, nutrition, form, stretching as well as the group and daily training schedules we provide. Our certified coaches, mentors and trained staff are here to help you every step of the way and ensure you have the experience of a lifetime. As you train, you’ll raise funds for lifesaving research and treatment advances for cancer patients. Help us create a world without cancer and join the Team today!

Attend a TNT Information Meeting! Bring a Friend!
Join us at a meeting in your area. Meet certified coaches, past participants and your honored teammate, a local blood cancer patient, whose personal battle will inspire you. Learn more about exciting events like:
• St. Luke’s Half Marathon
• America’s Most Beautiful Bike Ride
• Dodge Rock ‘n’ Roll San Diego Marathon & 1/2 Marathon
• Lake Placid Marathon and Half Marathon
• Philadelphia Insurance Triathlon

SUMMER 2011 INFORMATION MEETINGS

CHESTER COUNTY
ACAC Fitness & Wellness Center
1130 McDermott Drive
West Chester, PA 19380
Wednesday, Jan. 12 – 6:30 PM

MONTGOMERY COUNTY
Valley Forge Running Company
305 Second Avenue
Collegeville, PA 19426
Thursday, Jan. 13 – 6:30 PM

BUCKS COUNTY
Holy Family University
1 Campus Drive
Room 242
Newtown, PA 18940
Saturday, Jan. 15 – 10:30 AM

PHILADELPHIA COUNTY
Chestnut Hill Hospital
8835 Germantown Pike
Main Level Conference Room
Philadelphia, PA 19118
Tuesday, Jan. 18 – 6:30 PM

DELAWARE COUNTY
Bryn Mawr Running Company
13 East State Street
Media, PA 19063
Wednesday, Jan. 19 – 6:30 PM

BUCKS COUNTY
Health & Wellness Center by Doylestown Hospital
847 Easton Road, Rt. 611
Lower Level Auditorium
Warrington, PA 18976
Wednesday, Jan. 19 – 6:30 PM

CHESTER COUNTY
Downingtown Running Company
135 East Lancaster Avenue
Downingtown, PA 19355
Thursday, Jan. 20 – 6:30 PM

MONTGOMERY COUNTY
REI
200 West Ridge Pike
Conshohocken, PA 19428
Thursday, Jan. 20 – 6:30 PM

PHILADELPHIA COUNTY
Omni Hotel at Independence Park
401 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Saturday, Jan. 22 – 10:30 AM

PHILADELPHIA COUNTY
Crowne Plaza Hotel
1800 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Monday, Jan. 24 – 6:30 PM

DELAWARE COUNTY
High Road Cycles
165 West Lancaster Avenue
Wayne, PA 19087
Monday, Jan. 24 – 6:30 PM

BUCKS COUNTY
Bucks County Free Library
150 South Pine Street
Doylestown, PA 18901
Tuesday, Jan. 25 – 6:30 PM

MONTGOMERY COUNTY
Wheel Wright Bike Shop
1120 Old York Road
Abington, PA 19001
Tuesday, Jan. 25 – 6:30 PM

DELAWARE COUNTY
The Running Place
3548 West Chester Pike
Newtown Square, PA 19073
Wednesday, Jan. 26 – 6:30 PM

PHILADELPHIA COUNTY
Park Towne Place
2200 Ben Franklin Parkway
Grand Room
Philadelphia, PA 19130
Thursday, Jan. 27 – 6:30 PM

KICKOFF PARTY – BUCKS COUNTY AREA
(Run & Walk)
New Hope Winery
6123 Lower York Road
New Hope, PA 18938
Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2011
Information Meeting – 6:00 PM
Kickoff Party – 7:00 PM

KICKOFF PARTY – PHILADELPHIA AREA
(All Sports)
Great American Pub
123 Fayette Street
Conshohocken, PA 19428
Thursday, Feb. 3, 2011
Information Meeting – 6:00 PM
Kickoff Party – 7:00 PM

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Team In Training is looking for part-time temporary staff members to assist with our Summer Season recruitment efforts.

Position Title:  Summer Recruitment Campaign Assistant, Chapter:  Eastern PA
Position Classification:  Part-Time, Temporary

The position will cover 7 weeks, 20-25 hours per week.  The start date will be January 4, 2011. 

Basic Function: Performs multiple projects and community outreach for the chapter to support and enhance Team In Training recruitment efforts.

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Maintain a working knowledge of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s mission and the Team In Training program.
• Contact local gyms, cycle shops, stores and businesses, festivals and events to schedule dates to set up Team In Training Informational tables.
• Flyer area community centers and mans tables at shops/recruitment venues in Bucks, Montgomery, Philadelphia, Chester and Delaware counties.
• Assist staff with follow-up calls and mailings.
• Represent Team In Training at local races/expo’s and other sports events as part of recruitment efforts on predominently nights and weekends. 
Position Requirements:
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Knowledge of standard business machines and computers.
• Extemely flexible and the ability to work multiple nights and weekends.
• Professional maturity and judgment.
• Must have daily access to a car.
Compensation: $15.00 an hour.

Team In Training will be very flexible with scheduling of shifts and days. Team In Training will reimburse mileage and parking expenses that are incurred throughout the position.

Interviews to begin immediately.  Please contact us soon!
To inquire, please contact Andrea Griffith at andrea.griffith@lls.org or 610-238-0360 ext. 262.

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Only TNT gives you a team of people and hands-on support to help you achieve your training goals.  TNT participants benefit from clinics on gear and apparel, injury prevention, hydration, nutrition, form, stretching as well as the group and daily training schedules we provide.  Our certified coaches, mentors and trained staff are here to help you every step of the way and ensure you have the experience of a lifetime.  As you train, you’ll raise funds for lifesaving research and treatment advances for cancer patients.  Help us create a world without cancer and join the Team today!
Attend a TNT Information Meeting! Bring a Friend!

Join us at a meeting in your area. Meet certified coaches, past participants and your honored teammate, a local blood cancer patient, whose personal battle will inspire you. Learn more about exciting events like:

• Marathon de Paris
• Country Music Marathon & 1/2 Marathon
• The New Jersey Marathon & Long Branch Half Marathon
• St. Anthony’s Triathlon

DELAWARE COUNTY
The Running Place
3548 West Chester Pike
Newtown Square, PA  19073
Wednesday, Oct. 20 – 6:30 PM

MONTGOMERY COUNTY
Abington Memorial Hospital
1200 Old York Road
Beardwood Auditorium
Abington, PA  19001
Thursday, Oct. 21 – 6:30 PM

MONTGOMERY COUNTY
Valley Forge Running Company
formerly known as
The Runaway Success
305 Second Avenue
Collegeville, PA  19426
Thursday, Oct. 21 – 6:30 PM

BUCKS COUNTY
Holy Family University
1 Campus Drive
Room 242
Newtown, PA  18940
Saturday, Oct. 23 – 10:30 AM

PHILADELPHIA COUNTY
Crowne Plaza Hotel
1800 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA  19103
Monday, Oct. 25 – 6:30 PM

DELAWARE COUNTY
High Road Cycles
165 Lancaster Avenue
Wayne, PA  19087
Monday, Oct. 25 – 6:30 PM

MONTGOMERY COUNTY
REI
200 West Ridge Pike
Conshohocken, PA  19428
Tuesday, Oct. 26 – 6:30 PM

BUCKS COUNTY
Health & Wellness Center
by Doylestown Hospital
847 Easton Road, Rt. 611
Lower Level Auditorium
Warrington, PA  18976
Wednesday, Oct. 27 – 6:30 PM

CHESTER COUNTY
Downingtown Running Company
135 East Lancaster Avenue
Downingtown, PA  19355
Thursday, Oct. 28 – 6:30 PM

DELAWARE COUNTY
Bryn Mawr Running Company
13 East State Street
Media, PA  19063
Monday, Nov. 1 – 6:30 PM

BUCKS COUNTY
Bucks County Free Library
150 South Pine Street
Doylestown, PA  18901
Wednesday, Nov. 3 – 6:30 PM

PHILADELPHIA COUNTY
Omni Hotel at Independence Park
401 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA  19106
Wednesday, Nov. 3 – 6:30 PM

CHESTER COUNTY
ACAC Fitness & Wellness Center
1130 McDermott Drive
West Chester, PA  19380
Thursday, Nov. 4 – 6:30 PM

PHILADELPHIA COUNTY
8835 Germantown Pike
Main Level Conference Room
Philadelphia, PA  19118
Thursday, Nov. 4 – 6:30 PM

KICKOFF PARTY
Great American Pub
123 Fayette Street
Conshohocken, PA  19428
Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2010
Information Meeting – 6:00 PM
Kickoff Party – 7:00 PM

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