pedal Red For heart
February 2, 2013
An awareness and fundraising ride for heart disease and CCF.
Pedal Red For Heart is an event that CCF is organizing to work in conjunction with a pre-established annual event run by the American Heart Association (AHA). Each year, in February, the AHA celebrates national WEAR RED DAY. Businesses, schools, individuals and even landmarks Go Red to help raise awareness and funds in the fight against heart disease in women. The concept is for people nationwide to create their own events and ways in which to wear red, raise awareness, and raise funds.
All the above said, CCF has created Pedal Red For Heart. Let's shine the spotlight on heart disease in women by helping turn America red on February 2, 2013.
An awareness and fundraising ride for heart disease and CCF.
Pedal Red For Heart is an event that CCF is organizing to work in conjunction with a pre-established annual event run by the American Heart Association (AHA). Each year, in February, the AHA celebrates national WEAR RED DAY. Businesses, schools, individuals and even landmarks Go Red to help raise awareness and funds in the fight against heart disease in women. The concept is for people nationwide to create their own events and ways in which to wear red, raise awareness, and raise funds.
All the above said, CCF has created Pedal Red For Heart. Let's shine the spotlight on heart disease in women by helping turn America red on February 2, 2013.
Despite a lot of progress, there's still a long way to go!
- Heart disease is still the No. 1 killer of women, taking more lives than all kinds of cancer combined.
- On average, an American dies of cardiovascular disease every 35 seconds.
why CCF wants to pedal red for heart
CCF believes the cycling community has the ability to draw much needed attention to this cause. We're encouraging everyone to participate in the AHA Wear Red Challenge; moms, dads, daughters, sisters, brothers.
This February marks the 10th year of the AHA's Go Red movement. Despite a lot of progress, there's still a long way to go! Heart disease is still the No. 1 killer of women, taking more lives than all kinds of cancer combined.
This February marks the 10th year of the AHA's Go Red movement. Despite a lot of progress, there's still a long way to go! Heart disease is still the No. 1 killer of women, taking more lives than all kinds of cancer combined.
Participating is as easy as riding in a red cycling jersey on February 2nd. If you can't ride your bike on February 2nd, then wear a red shirt or red dress for the day. It's that simple.
Here's what you need to do: 1. First, learn more about heart-health risks and share information with family, friends, students, colleagues or anyone else you feel would benefit. The American Heart Association website is full of useful information. 2. Do one or more of the following: * Join CCF's planned Pedal Red For Heart ride in Orange County, CA. Connie will host the ride with special activities taking place before and after the ride. There is no registration fee. Learn more... * Go on your regularly scheduled ride, wherever it is, and show your support for the cause by wearing CCF's limited edition red jersey. Educate riders in your group about heart health and encourage them to wear red too. * Plan a special ride on February 2nd, in your hometown for family & friends. Share information you've learned about heart health. Have everyone wear red. 3. Wear CCF limited edition red on February 2, 2013. Pedal Red For Heart cycling jersey and tee-shirt available. All proceeds from the red jersey/shirt campaign benefits CCF youth cycling programs. In 2013, CCF will introduce AHA Healthier Kids materials into cycling programs as part of our efforts to help kids develop healthy habits early in life that will bring lifelong benefits. |
My father struggled with heart disease. He had his first open heart surgery when I was 8 yrs old, and a second several years later. As a result, my family went through some pretty scary times. I believe it's due to the efforts of the American Heart Association that my dad survived. Without the research, life-saving devices and constantly improving techniques, he would not have made it to the Atlanta Games to witness my final laps around the Olympic stadium. My father was my biggest fan and I'm so grateful he was around to share the Olympic spotlight with me. |
Imagine packs of riders in a spectacular show of red," says Connie, "a group ride provides the perfect stage for cyclists to draw attention to this important cause and demonstrate support."