DAY 100 AND… DONE!
100 DAYS OF 5KS is in the books!
Adaptive athlete from the Adirondacks, Devann Murphy hatched this plan with her husband.
Do 100 straight days of 5Ks to call attention to 3 things:
1. The IM ABLE FOUNDATION that helped get her a handcycle and allowed her to exercise again, even though childhood cancer stole the use of one of her legs 30 years ago.
2. Show the world the abilities of adaptive athletes everywhere.
3. Prove that exercise, movement of any kind, is the path to a healthier life.
She did it all! This was Day 100.
A 5K with Achilles Achilles NYC athletes in NYC’s Central Park.
And Team Oscar Mike friends, Patrick and Daniela, were there for the ride.
Daniela has done the entire challenge, at least a 5K for the last 100 days.
One woman, Devann, made this all happen.
She brought 3 organizations that support adaptive athletes together.
Devann said, “When we challenge ourselves, we realize we are capable of so, so much more.
We realize we are able… and that’s a horrible thing to waste.”
Devann, you did it!
IM ABLE is proud to have you as an ambassador.
Mission accomplished.
Challenge completed.
#100daysof5ks is a wrap!
Next up? Marathon season. The Boston Marathon is in 20 days.
Yes, Devann will be there, defending her title!
#goachilles #imablefoundation #adaptiveathlete #adaptivesports
Achilles International AchillesFreedomTeam
Challenged Athletes Foundation
Catapult
Team Oscar Mike
Kelly Brush Foundation
Honey Stinger Nuun Hydration
BASE Performance NOW Foods goodr Orange Mud
Oscar Mike
Headsweats
POWER SURGE Boston Marathon #MarathonTraining
DAY 100!
And… DONE!
#100daysof5ks for the
IM ABLE FOUNDATION, and to raise awareness about the abilities of adaptive athletes ended on Sunday.
A 5K in NYC’s Central Park.
Our hero on this journey, adaptive athlete Devann Murphy is exhausted but exhilarated!
More to come on the BIG FINISH, her last day… after she takes a nap!
#supportdevann #imablefoundation #adaptiveathlete #adaptivesports #exercise #5k #challengecompleted
You are amazing!
So amazing!
Awesome 👏🏻 💪🏽
ONE MORE DAY!
100 DAYS OF 5KS
DAY 99
Adaptive athlete Devann Murphy said this was, “The best day ever.”
This 5K in Pennsylvania was special.
Devann is an ambassador for the
IM ABLE FOUNDATION, which helped get her a handcycle.
She has since passed that handcycle along to another adaptive athlete and got a newer pushrim model.
On day 99, Devann was with so many IM ABLE athletes for the
‘GOT THE NERVE’ Triathlon, the nonprofit’s largest fundraiser.
Devann’s husband, Tom, completed the triathlon and she cheered him on.
A thrill for her. Tom has done every 5K with his wife through this adventure, supporting her 110%.
She loved being there for the man she calls her favorite human.
As soon as Tom finished the Tri, he put Devann’s handcycle together lickety-split, and she took off.
She hit the course to ride at least a #5k and wound up next to another handcyclist named Norb.
They rode to a transition area together.
SURPRISE!
Norb is the new proud owner of Devann’s original handcycle.
Hanging out with other #adaptiveathletes, watching people of all abilities complete a Triathlon, knowing it all benefits the foundation that helped her so much, Devann was swept up in the moment.
In her element.
So. Very. Happy.
Now, to the final day of the challenge.
Prep for Day 100 in Central Park in NYC with the Achilles Foundation and Achilles NYC.
This has been a wild ride to encourage everyone to exercise and to support adaptive athletes.
A wake up and a 5K away from the finish line.
Way to change the world one 5K at a time, Devann!
#justmove #supportdevann #100daysof5ks #allabilities #imablefoundation #handcycle #adaptiveathlete #adaptivesports #triathlon #onedayleft #exercise
ONLY 2 DAYS LEFT…
100 DAYS OF 5KS
DAY 98
You might think the hero on this journey of #100daysof5ks would be wiped out by now.
98 days in a row of AT LEAST a 5K, and Devann Murphy only has one leg that works.
She lost all function in the other 30 years ago from childhood bone cancer.
But, no!
On day 98 this adaptive athlete did a 1/2 marathon on her handcycle.
Can you say unstoppable?
She IS on an important mission.
Devann wants to prove that adaptive athletes are able.
The handcycle the IM ABLE Foundation helped her get changed her life.
She rediscovered exercise and it created a healthier lifestyle for her and her husband.
Devann committed to completing 100 days of 5Ks, and asked everyone to do just one to support adaptive athletes everywhere.
Any kind of 5K. Bike, handcycle, run, walk, swim, paddle. #justmove
She’s oh so very close to her finish line.
Then she gets into marathon season.
Devann, keep pushing those around you to greatness.
You’re achieving great things.
We’re all cheering you on.
#allabilities #supportdevann #imablefoundation #handcycle #noexcuses #adaptiveathlete #adaptivesports #childhoodcancer #cancer #marathontraining #5k
So happy to be hosting and partnering with @pindatri for our 17th annual #GotTheNerve #triathlon!! Looking forward to our athletes of #allabilities making it a great experience for everyone after our 2 yr hiatus.
Awesome race today! Everything was perfect and what an amazing atmosphere. So glad to be a part of this event and support an awesome cause. You rock 👍😎
Awesome event. Got my sweet merch to #wearwithpride
DAY 97 DONE
3 MORE TO GO!
The 100 DAYS OF 5KS Adventure for adaptive athlete Devann Murphy is almost done!
She did a Peloton #5k on this day.
The last ride she’ll do at home during this challenge.
Day 98 is outside.
Day 99 is in Wyomissing, PA with a huge group from the
IM ABLE FOUNDATION.
Day 100 is Central Park with adaptive athletes from Achilles.
Devann proved day after day that people with challenges are ABLE.
She has one working leg.
She lost all function in the other 30-years ago because of childhood cancer.
She hasn’t stopped moving since
IM ABLE helped her get a handcycle.
Though Devann admits she’s a bit tuckered out from 97 straight days of 5Ks. She usually does a lot more than a 5K.
“I need a nap,” she joked today.
Keep inspiring everyone to be the best version of themselves, Devann!
Throughout this challenge she asked everyone to do just one 5K to support adaptive athletes everywhere.
#justmove #supportdevann #jointhefun #handcycle #noexcuses #adaptiveathlete #adaptivesports #exercise #imablefoundation
Amazing
COUNTDOWN! 4 MORE.
100 DAYS OF 5KS
Day 96
Rolling with the punches on this day.
The hero of #100daysof5ks, adaptive athlete Devann Murphy, had plans for an intense workout before work.
The alarm rang and Devann thought: Nope!
She hit snooze and slept another hour.
Then Devann did an 8 mile recovery ride instead.
Yes, Devann, who has one working leg because of childhood cancer, thinks an 8 mile handcycle ride is a “recovery ride.”
She has spent the last 96 days calling attention to the abilities of adaptive athletes.
And to organizations like the
IM ABLE Foundation that help people with challenges get the gear and specialized equipment they need to get off the sidelines and back in the game.
Just 4 days until Devann completes this incredible challenge.
If you’re joining in on this adventure, make sure you tag the IM ABLE Foundation in your posts to be featured across our social media platforms.
#justmove #supportdevann #jointhefun #handcycle #noexcuses #adaptiveathlete #adaptivesports #exercise #5k #almostdone
HOW DID WE GET HERE?
LET ME COUNT THE DAYS!
100 DAYS OF 5KS reaches
Day 95.
Adaptive athlete from the Adirondacks, Devann Murphy, is on a mission to complete #100daysof5ks.
She’s finished 95 of them.
Along the way reaching the intangible goals that put her on this path.
She’s raising awareness about the abilities of adaptive athletes.
Proving that adaptive sports can lead to a healthier life for people with challenges.
Devann lost the use of a leg to childhood cancer.
She pushes forward.
Day 95’s 5K was an intermittent strength workout.
Even with an injured shoulder she perseveres.
Every single day of this challenge she has done far more than a 5K.
This was 14 miles before work.
Devann has 95 days of doing at least a 5K under her belt, will you do just one?
Time is ticking away.
You have 5 days left to join the adventure.
If you do a 5K to #supportdevann make sure to tag the IM ABLE Foundation #imablefoundation in your posts to be featured across our social media platforms.
#justmove #noexcuses #adaptiveathlete #exercise #5k #healthyliving #adaptivesports #handcycle #jointhefun
94 DAYS DONE
100 DAYS OF 5KS
Hard to believe this adventure started in June and now we’re nearing the finish line.
Adaptive athlete from New York’s Adirondacks, Devann Murphy, is completing #100daysof5ks.
Why?
1. To show the abilities of adaptive athletes. Devann has one working leg.
2. To highlight the IM ABLE Foundation. The nonprofit that helps people with challenges get off the sidelines and back in the game.
3. To prove exercise is the way to a healthier lifestyle.
She’s accomplishing it all.
This woman is inspiring.
Committed.
Dedicated.
She’s almost at the 100 Day mark.
You can still do a 5K to
#supportdevann.
Just one.
You have 6 days left to join.
Tag the #imablefoundation in your post to be featured across our social media platforms.
#adaptiveathlete #inspiration #exercise #5k #healthyliving #justmove #noexcuses
PUSHING TO THE FINISH LINE
100 DAYS OF 5KS
DAY 93
Tired and burned out but pushing forward. Sometimes you just have to call ‘em like you see ‘em.
Adaptive athlete from the Adirondacks, Devann Murphy, admits this was a tough 5K.
She’s exhausted.
She hasn’t had one rest day in more than 3 months.
Proof that you should never underestimate the abilities of adaptive athletes.
Devann says she would still be sitting on the sidelines, not exercising at all, if it hadn’t been for the IM ABLE Foundation.
The nonprofit helped her get a handcycle, and she hasn’t looked back.
She took on the challenge to do #100daysof5ks to highlight the group and show that everyone is capable of great things.
Devann has only one leg that works, but it won’t keep her down.
When she finishes this adventure she heads right into marathon training.
Unstoppable.
Inspirational.
Cheers to 93 days down, just 7 left!
#supportdevann #imablefoundation #inspiration #adaptiveathlete #exercise #5k #zwift
Thank you Devann for being so motivated to promote IM ABLE and just being awesome in general! Looking to compete along side of you one of these days!
Great job, Devann! That's encouraging to read!!
110 FLOORS
DAY 92
of #100daysof5ks fell on the 20th Anniversary of the 9/11 terror attacks.
Adaptive athlete Devann Murphy dedicated this #5k to all of the victims, and the first responders who went into the twin towers that horrible day.
Devann did a spin class in the morning, then went to the Essex County, NY Courthouse and crutched the equivalent of 110 flights of stairs.
Each of the Twin Towers was 110 stories tall.
Devann, from the Adirondacks, has committed to completing 100 5Ks in 100 days to show the abilities of adaptive athletes.
She now has 8 days left to reach that goal.
She inspires everyone around her to be the best versions of themselves.
All of us at the IM ABLE Foundation are proud she is an ambassador for the nonprofit that helps people with challenges find new ways to exercise.
Way to go, Devann!
We’re counting down the days with you and celebrating your success!
#supportdevann #twintowers #imablefoundation #adaptiveathlete #exercise #inspiration
😰Got a Spectator?🙋♂️ A loud friend? A retired neighbor?
Someone with musical talent? 🎺
Help us find Volunteers, Cheerleaders, Supporters, and Entertainers for IM ABLE Foundation 's #GotTheNerve Triathlon on Saturday, September 18th!
Help us in an array of roles on Friday, September 17th, or Saturday to help us make this event successful and safe for Central PA athletes!
#centralpa #volunteer #volunteersneeded #triathlon #racing #holmescycling #sanctionedrace #gym #athletes #SafteyMeasures #bouncer #cheerleader #accapella #hersheypa #mechanicsburgpa #statepark #tourpa #community #enolapa #yorkpa #lewisberrypa #entertainer #musician #localband #cyclingclub #opportunity
We had a FANTASTIC ride on Friday! Thank you to everyone who came out.
There's still some riding weather left in the year. Save the date for October 8th at 5PM at Sly Fox in Wyomissing for the next Community Bike Ride - open to ALL abilities.
Looks like a great time!!
I wish I could actually make one of these! Stupid packed calendar 🙁
Dang missed it! Got my Fridays mixed up!
We are grateful for the opportunity to attend the PA Sports Hall of Fame Berks County Chapter induction ceremony! So many accomplished athletes/coaches/announcers being celebrated for character and commitment to doing their best.
IM ABLE's Adaptive Personal Fitness Program helped Margaret McIntosh achieve her goals of returning to international competition after she was paralyzed by an accident while riding a horse. Chris Kaag had the honor of introducing her to the audience where she was presented with the Inspiration Athletic Award. No Excuses, Just Move!
COUNTDOWN… 10, 9, 8…
100 DAYS OF 5KS
DAY 91
Wow! So few days left of this incredible challenge. Adaptive athlete Devann Murphy from the Adirondacks started this in June.
It seemed insurmountable.
#100daysof5ks
Now there are just nine #5K’s left.
On day 91 Devann did a Zwift ride.
Again, and as always, more than a 5K.
She is proving daily how ABLE each #adaptiveathlete can be.
A challenge doesn’t mean you have to sit on the sidelines and not exercise.
Organizations like the #imablefoundation are there to cheer you on.
Help get you the specialized equipment you need.
Devann got her first handcycle from IM ABLE.
When this challenge ends in 9 days, she jumps right into the marathon circuit.
Training to handcycle in 3 marathons.
She’s an inspiration.
Join us in New York City for the final 5K on September 19th at 3pm.
All are welcome!
Details below and on the FB event page.
#justmove #supportdevann #marathon #nycmarathon #bostonmarathon #adaptandovercome #marathontraining #Day100 #zwift Zwift Boston Marathon TCS New York City Marathon RunVermont Achilles International Achilles NYC
Go Devann go💪
Want to make sure your smile looks this fantastic in your Got the Nerve Triathlon race photos? Visit Got the Nerve sponsor ROG Orthodontics. They have supported IM ABLE’s adaptive athletes for many, many years. fantasticsmiles.com/ Sign up to race or volunteer today: gotthenerve.org/
Need a tune up before or after Got the Nerve? (gotthenerve.org/) Reach out to our sponsor, Center for Pain Control. They provide comprehensive, effective pain management for a wide variety of pain using the latest pain relief methods including nerve root blocks, acupuncture, trigger point injections, referral for physical therapy and occupational therapy, and radiofrequency neurotomy - www.centerforpaincontrol.net/
COUNTDOWN TO THE FINISH LINE
100 DAYS OF 5KS
DAY 90
After today’s early morning workout, our hero on this journey of #100daysof5ks, adaptive athlete Devann Murphy, will have 9 days left in this challenge.
Her mission from the start has been to highlight the abilities of adaptive athletes everywhere.
She’s calling attention to the #imablefoundation that helped get her first handcycle.
That generosity made exercise accessible to Devann again for the first time since cancer destroyed one of her legs 30 years ago.
So.
Day 100 is within reach.
It will be a big 5K in NYC, in Central Park.
EVERYONE FROM EVERYWHERE IS WELCOME.
Achilles International, Achilles NYC, and AchillesFreedomTeam will be there.
Check out the FB event page, and the picture below for more information! Including the exact time and coordinates of the starting spot.
Join Devann as she logs those last miles of this adventure.
#justmove
Volunteer Opportunity - Got the Nerve? Triathlon
Volunteers receive an event t-shirt, lunch, and lifetime entry into the supportive IM ABLE community.
There's a variety of roles including lifeguards on the water, hydration station attendants, motorcycling course marshals, health care support, and motivators (Keep athletes motivated by cheering, encouragement, singing, dancing, clapping, or by playing an instrument).
runsignup.com/gotthenerve/volunteer
Thank you to our Transition Zone Sponsor, Kennedy Krieger Institute:
At Kennedy Krieger Institute, we believe that individuals of all abilities should have the opportunity to lead active, healthy and independent lives. Participation in sports and recreational activities such as this Triathlon helps make this possible. Congratulations to all the participants!
👏🥰
Mike McGowan Mike McHenry wanna help?
DAY 89!
100 DAYS OF 5KS
This challenge has been flying by.
The amazing adaptive athlete from the Adirondacks, Devann Murphy, is tackling #100daysof5ks.
She started in June.
Devann has consistently done more than a 5K each day.
She’s on a mission to show that everyone, despite physical challenges, can benefit from exercise.
She says it’s the road to a healthier lifestyle.
On this day she spent a full hour on the Peloton.
Devann has one leg that works.
The other doesn’t, and is shorter, because of childhood cancer.
It won’t stop her.
In 11 days, after she completes this challenge in a big way, she goes right into marathon training season. She plans to do 3 marathons this fall.
Thanks for inspiring everyone around you, Devann.
You’re a true force of nature!
#justmove #supportdevann #marathon #imablefoundation #adaptiveathlete #Exercise #5k #nycmarathon #bostonmarathon #Vermont #adirondacks #adaptandovercome #peloton Peloton
Got the Nerve? Triathlon is just a few days away. Do you have what it takes? Find out Saturday, September 18th. gotthenerve.org/
Hanger is honored to be a sponsor for this awesome event. Teaming up with IM ABLE Foundation to assist individuals obtain their physical and emotional goals is very rewarding. We get inspired assisting our amputees and brace patients achieve great things. Hanger is excited to continue supporting this organization and Got the Nerve? race.
88 IS GREAT!
100 DAYS OF 5KS
DAY 88
This hero’s journey is quickly coming to an end - but you can still join!
Adaptive athlete Devann Murphy is completing 100 5KS in 100 days.
Why?
Simple.
To show how ABLE adaptive athletes are.
To be the proof that adaptive athletes can get off the sidelines and into the game.
To reinforce the theory that exercise is the way to a healthier life.
She did 12 miles on her handcycle this morning before work.
Before the sun rose.
The next step for her after this?
Training for the Boston Marathon.
The NYC Marathon.
The VT Marathon.
There are 12 days left for you to do a 5K during the 100 Day challenge, to #supportdevann and adaptive athletes everywhere.
Join the adventure and tag the #imablefoundation in posts to be featured across our social media platforms.
#handcycle #adaptiveathlete #exercise #5k #justmove #healthylifestyle #adapt #marathon #marathontraining #bostonmarathon #nycmarathon #vermont Boston Marathon RunVermont TCS New York City Marathon
Join us for a ride through the Wyomissing park trails this Friday at 5:15PM. Bring a friend for the ride and dinner/beverages after!
CRUISING ALONG ON LABOR DAY
100 DAYS OF 5KS
DAY 87
Adaptive athlete Devann Murphy doesn’t stop on national holidays.
She’s doing #100daysof5ks to demonstrate the abilities of adaptive athletes.
There’s no break on Labor Day.
A rainy day means an indoor workout.
She put in another 19 miles on Zwift.
If you want to #supportdevann - do just one 5K during these 100 days.
There are 13 days left.
13 opportunities for you to get involved.
If you do, and we hope you will, tag the IM ABLE Foundation to be highlighted across our social media platforms.
#imablefoundation #handcycle #adaptiveathlete #exercise #5k #justmove #zwiftcycling #zwift Zwift
100 DAYS OF 5KS
DAY 86
Add on another 20 miles to the total!
Devann Murphy pledged to do a 5K a day for 100 days in a row.
She has done more than a 5K almost everyday.
She’s proof that with the right equipment people with challenges can adapt and continue to exercise.
That’s really the point.
To highlight the ABILITIES of adaptive athletes and the IM ABLE Foundation.
#100daysof5ks is Devann’s way of showing that everyone is capable of great things.
How about joining her?
Do just one 5K to support adaptive athletes everywhere.
If you’re join the adventure, make sure you tag #imablefoundation in your posts to be featured across our social media platforms.
#justmove #handcycle #adaptiveathlete #exercise #5k #healthylifestyle
