Achilles Rundown: New York City Marathon

 

Marathon Weekend Recap

Over 400 Achilles athletes, volunteer guides, and charity runners from all over the globe visited the greatest city in the world to race in this year's TCS New York City Marathon. Our Team Achilles charity runners raised over $300,000 to support Achilles mission. Read more

Athlete Inspired to Run in her First Marathon

Diana Codispoti of Achilles Houston completed her first ever marathon this year at the TCS New York City Marathon.

After being inspired by her friend and fellow athlete, John Young of Achilles Boston, Diana found the confidence within herself to pursue her dream and complete the race, despite being told her entire life that her disability would prevent her from doing so.


As a Team Achilles charity entrant, Diana raised over $7,000 to support Achilles' mission.


“Why wouldn’t I want to help support a community of people just like me?" says Diana. "Everyone at Achilles is so amazing, and the fact that we’re all able to come together on such an exciting day like today is just so incredible.” Read more

Team Achilles Kids Conquer 5K Race


Members of Team Achilles Kids participated in the Abbott Dash to the Finish Line 5K race on November 5.

Achilles Celebrates Journey to the Start Line


Achilles hosts community members at pre-race celebration dinner at the Hard Rock Cafe in Times Square. Read more

Achilles in the News

ESPN, NYC Marathon: Paralyzed marathoner Pierry Duvan Ramirez keeps eye on his finish line while helping others cross theirs


CBS, He Lost His Legs After Falling Onto Subway Tracks. Now He’s Preparing for the New York City Marathon: “Bring it on”


Sports Illustrated, The Unthinkable Kept Her From Racing the NYC Marathon in 1993. Now She’s Back

Want to Run for Team Achilles?

Help make a difference for people living with disabilities by fundraising to gain entry to the 2023 United Airlines NYC Half. Registration is also open to earn guaranteed entry into the 2023 Bank of America Chicago Marathon by fundraising as a Team Achilles charity runner.

 
 

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