POUND for PINK this Month

Currently, there are no effective breast cancer screening tools for women 40 and younger, most of whom have dense breast tissue that make it difficult for mammograms. This year, we are partnering with Young Survival Coalition (YSC) and Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF). We’ll contribute to the research and resources that can help pave the way to better prevention practices for us all and better treatments for survivors. (Keep an eye out for details on how to support these organizations!)

All month long, POUND® posse’s will be organizing POUND® for Pink events to raise awareness and funds for various organizations. If you want to get involved, there are a lot of ways to do so. Throughout October, there are 5Ks, walks, bike rides, dance parties and marathons that raise money for breast cancer awareness, free testing and early detection. 

Because we believe fitness is a huge part of both mental and physical health, and can play a big role in a breast cancer survivor’s journey, these events hold a special place in our hearts. We love seeing so many families, friends and coworkers come together to partake in these events or cheer on their friends from the sidelines. Even if you haven’t been affected personally, most of us have a mother, sister, friend or grandmother that has had a scare at one point in their lives.  

To take part in some of the awesome breast cancer events that our global POUND® Pro communities are organizing, simply take to socials and search for the hashtags #POUNDforPink and #PreventionRocks to find or organize a donation event near you! 

If you’re looking for other fitness events or charities to get involved with, we’ve included a handful of our favorites below.  

• • • Susan G Komen (find events near you)
    • Susan G Komen 3-Day Walk
    • Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF)
    • Young Survival Coalition (YSC)
    • American Cancer Society (ACS)
    • McGrath Foundation 
    • Indonesia Goes Pink 
    • Volunteer opportunities with National Breast Cancer Foundation
    • The EBC Foundation’s Every Boob Counts 5k
    • Trek’s Breast Cancer Awareness Ride
    • Syracuse Bicycle Breast Cancer Awareness Ride
    • Diva Dash 5k 
    • Locks of Love
    • Wear It Pink 
    • Walk The Walk

Here is a website with links to charities for breast cancer medical services, research, support services, and education and public awareness. 

Don’t forget to share your stories and all that you do with us throughout the month!

#POUNDforPink

#PreventionRocks