Race through Lake Forest in the largest Chicagoland event where both physically disabled and able-bodied athletes can compete side-by-side. What: An annual family 5K race put on by the Great Lakes Adaptive Sports Association (GLASA) that gives people with physical disabilities the opportunity to compete with non-disabled athletes and embrace the organization’s motto of “Let […]
The starting line of a race is a place to size up the competition. Get in the zone. Let the adrenaline rush. In this race, to your left is a man in a wheelchair with his helmet strapped and racing gloves tightened. To your right, a blind woman readies herself for the start with her […]
Looking to increase your fitness, without spending lots of time or money? Consider running! While marathoning may not be in your future, working up to a 5K is a reasonable goal. According to Dr. Eric Chehab, a physician with Illinois Bone and Joint Institute, “Running is a terrific cardiovascular exercise, one of the best. Secondly, […]
