53-year-old Ken Schulzke is doing the Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer for the very first time this August. He is motivated by a desire to help solve the cancer problem, and believes that if he can do this, almost anyone can! As he says, he has noticed that it is your will, not your body type, that gets you through marathon attempts. I spoke with Ken about his motivation, his … [Read more...]
Yes we can! Inspiration and advice to get cycling fit and do a gran fondo
A year ago, I had got to the point where I believed that I will never actually do an epic charity bike ride such as the Ride to Conquer Cancer. But recently, all that has changed, and I have now resolved that I will do next year's BC Ride to Conquer Cancer. Because of issues like age, knees, and weight, I got to the point about a year ago where I gave up. I thought that one … [Read more...]
My Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer
This is a Guest Post from Michelle Sirio, cancer survivor and veteran charity ride cyclist. You can read Michelle’s story of how she conquered cancer and starting riding for the cure here. On June 13 and 14 I once again participated in the Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer benefiting Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. This year’s Ride raised over $19 million for The … [Read more...]
8th Annual Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer 2015 – Save the Date!
SAVE THE DATE! The 8th Annual Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer 2015 Benefiting Princess Margaret Cancer Centre WHAT: On June 13th and 14th, 2015, thousands of dedicated women and men will embark on a two-day, 200-kilometre cycling journey between Toronto and Niagara Falls. This year, participants can select one of six route options to ride. The 8th annual … [Read more...]
The Ride to Conquer Cancer – An Interview with Cancer Survivor Michelle Sirio
All over the world, people are fighting back against cancer. Some are fighting back on their bikes! Michelle Sirio was diagnosed with ovarian cancer when she was 36. After 22 cycles of chemotherapy, Michelle is now celebrating nine years cancer free. Since she was diagnosed, Michelle has been determined to raise funds to conquer cancer in our lifetime. She started in … [Read more...]
