Unite 2 Fight Paralysis
Michael Cavanaugh Blaes's Fundraising Page
Michael Blaes
In my recent past I've had two friends (Mary McMenamy and Victoria Gouletas) experience spinal cord injuries. I've been truly inspired by both of them and their commitment to retaining their athleticism and their joy of life. Although it's true that spinal cord injuries have changed their lives, it has not changed them. Their hard work and determination in the face of daunting challenges has shown me what bravery means. I'm proud to call them friends and so I'm equally proud to race on behalf of U2FP in their name.
City: Edina, MN
Profession: Attorney
Fundraising Goal: $4,000
Race Goal: 1.5 Hours
I'm super excited about sharing the field with my peers. The great thing about endurance sports is you're really competing against yourself. That allows you to genuinely root for those around you. Especially as you pass them vs. the other way around...but it's nice either way.
FUN FACTS:
- After a long run I crave...sitting!
- I listen mostly to nature when I'm training. I find if I work on my awareness and observe the beauty of the world around me I gain more stress relief on the trail.
- I ran in the Disney World Marathon in 2009 and had a blast. I have since completed the Ironman Triathlon (140.6) three times and completed all three.
- Outside of endurance sports I am passionate about wake boarding. It's the only place that beats the trail for encountering nature.
ABOUT 2019 Twin Cities Marathon
| Supporters | |||
| Name | Date | Amount | Comments |
| Mark Fullerton | 10/05/2019 | $50.00 | Larry and Kay Faulstich | 09/30/2019 | $250.00 | Good Luck Michael!! | John Farrell | 09/30/2019 | $50.00 | Paul Lundgren | 09/29/2019 | $50.00 | Troy Burk | 09/29/2019 | $100.00 | Kati Medler | 09/29/2019 | $40.00 | Go Michael! Love you! | Stephan Dunning | 09/29/2019 | $50.00 | Have a great run Mike! Such a great cause and organization! Love U2FP! | Annie & Tim O'Neill | 09/29/2019 | $50.00 | Way to go, Mike! Will pray for your friends, and will see you on the race course Sunday! Hope I pass you ;)!! Have a great run, and thank you for fundraising for this great cause! | Ann Blaes | 09/29/2019 | $100.00 | Go Mike Go!!!! | Schelin Family | 09/29/2019 | $200.00 | Go Mike! He runs like he does everything in life - with purpose. |
| Total | $940.00 | ||