The Arizona Cancer Center’s Better Than Ever fitness training program can help you cross the finish line!
Whether your goal is to run or walk 6.2 miles (10K) or 13.1 miles (half marathon), or bike 33 or 66 miles, we will help you get there.
Training begins September 2 and registration closes September 19. Sign up today! Download an information packet and registration form for details.
The season kicked-off on August 20 with motivation words from Dr. David Alberts and Coach Lute Olson. Cancer researchers at the Arizona Cancer Center updated the group on the advancements that have been made thanks to funds from Better Than Ever Research Grants.
Information session scheduled for September 4.
Contact us at 520-626-7177 or bte@azcc.arizona.edu to schedule an information session for your group or organization.
The Benefits
Better Than Ever (BTE) provides a welcoming, non-competitive atmosphere for participants of all fitness levels to train for local running, walking or cycling events, as well as the information necessary to begin or maintain an active lifestyle.
According to the National Cancer Institute, physically active women have a 40 percent reduced risk of developing breast cancer, and physically active men have a 10 to 30 percent reduced risk of developing prostate cancer. Exercise can also help in the prevention of other chronic diseases. Resources include:
- Multiple weekly group training sessions
- Volunteer coaches to guide team members
- Training schedule and training packet
- Fundraising tips and suggestions
- Educational lectures and social events
- Weekly newsletters
- BTE shirt and finisher awards
You Can Fight Cancer
In exchange for these benefits, you can help the Arizona Cancer Center fight cancer by raising vital funds for women’s cancer research and prevention. All funds raised stay in Arizona and are distributed yearly in the form of research grants.
Since 2000, more than 2,600 participants of BTE have funded $1.3 million in research grants. Participants can cross the finish line knowing that they made a difference in their lives and in the fight against cancer.
Event Details
For the fall season, you may train for your choice of three events and four distances:
CATwalk 10K – 6.2 miles – Saturday, November 15, 2008
El Tour de Tucson – 33 miles or 66 miles – Saturday, November 22, 2008
Tucson Half Marathon – 13.1 miles – Sunday, December 7, 2008
Training begins Tuesday, September 2, 2008. The registration deadline is September 19, 2008.
Click here to see our our information sessions!
Get involved today:
Subscribe to Better Than Ever E-Mail Updates
Support Better Than Ever Research Grants
Click Here to view a slideshow of the 2007 Better Than Ever CATwalk 10K
For More Information or to get on our mailing list for future events:
Contact Marisa Allen at:
Phone: (520) 626.5752 or (520) 626.7177
Fax:(520) 626.8606
Email: mallen@azcc.arizona.edu
