Celebrate the Start Line

 

Over 500 Achilles athletes, charity runners and volunteer guides from across the globe raced the 2023 TCS New York City Marathon on November 5. Achilles was joined by celebrity volunteer guides including TV star Nev Schulman, HOKA athlete Hellah Sidibe and iFIT trainer Knox Robinson. Learn more

Pierry on a handcycle with a thumbs up approaching finish line


Fundraise as a Charity Runner


Add meaning to your miles and earn guaranteed entry into major races by fundraising for Achilles. Applications are now open for the United Airlines NYC Half.

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Meet the Marathoners


Achilles athletes from Australia to New Jersey made dreams come true this November in New York. Meet Claudia who raced with an iFIT trainer, Rolando who hit his goal with a HOKA star and Kelsey who fundraised in honor of her daughter. Over 70 athletes raced Chicago in October.

Kids Race for Greatness and Military Veterans Rock Detroit


Find out how students stayed active this fall and celebrated their achievements, including a first time marathoner. The Achilles Freedom Team rocked the Detroit Free Press Marathon in October. The weekend was sponsored by Metro Detroit Chevy Dealers.

Group photo of Achilles athletes in Washington D.C.

Achilles had over 60 athletes and guides participate in the Marine Corps Marathon and MCM 10K in October. Achilles Freedom Team athletes placed in the male and female handcycle divisions and the female racing wheelchair division. The Achilles Washington D.C. chapter hosted a shakeout run on the National Mall to kick off the weekend.

Achilles in the News

 


New York Times: How a Blind Runner Trains for the New York City Marathon


TODAY: Peter Alexander Highlights Achilles International


PIX 11: Blind Runner Gives Insight into NYC Marathon Training


Detroit Free Press: Boston Winner Zach Stinson Takes Free Press Marathon Handcycle Division

 
 

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