The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) Launches Moms In Training

SAN FRANCISCO, April 2, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's (LLS) Greater Bay Area Chapter has launched Moms In Training, a brand new nine-week workout program geared towards helping busy moms prepare for a 5K race, while meeting other moms in their community and raising funds for LLS's mission to fight blood cancer.  Moms In Training is based off of LLS's Team In Training, the world's largest and most successful charity endurance training program.

Moms In Training is currently available throughout the Greater Bay Area, including San Francisco, East Bay, North Bay, Peninsula, South Bay, Santa Cruz and Monterey Bay.  The program starts on April 12, 2014 and culminates with the See Jane Run 5K Walk and Stroller Stride in Alameda, Calif., on June 22, 2014.  Compared to the traditional Team In Teaming program, Moms In Training is less rigorous and includes weekly workouts on Saturday mornings and social events throughout the season with other moms in the area.  The workouts last approximately 60-75 minutes and consist of running, walking, cross-training and stretching.  Moms are able to train with their babies and children, as long as they remain in a stroller.

The fundraising commitment for Moms In Training is $500 with a $50 registration fee, which is credited towards the fundraising goal.  All moms are provided with a fundraising website, staff support and coaching at their weekly workouts.  Registration for Moms In Training is currently open until April 26, 2014.  Register online at bit.ly/TNTregistration.

This new program is only available in select cities across the country, including the Greater Bay Area.  The first Moms In Training program was launched through LLS's New York City Chapter in 2012.  In its first year, 200 moms raised $375,000 in the fight against blood cancer through Moms In Training. 

For more information on Moms In Training, contact Stephanie Wissler at 408-490-3130 or Jenifer Prentiss at 707-544-4350, ext. 2013 or visit www.teamintraining.org/gba/moms.

About The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society ® (LLS) is the world's largest voluntary health agency dedicated to blood cancer.  The LLS mission: Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families.  LLS funds lifesaving blood cancer research around the world and provides free information and support services for patients and their loved ones.

Major LLS fundraising campaigns include Team In Training, Light The Night Walk, School & Youth, Man & Woman of the Year and Leukemia Cup Regatta.  To reach the widest possible audience, LLS partners with national and regional level companies and brands, including Nike, Disney, Burlington and others.

Founded in 1949 and headquartered in White Plains, NY, LLS has chapters throughout the United States and Canada.  To learn more, visit www.LLS.org.  Patients and caregivers should contact the Information Resource Center at (800) 955-4572, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET.

Greater Bay Area Chapter Offices
San Francisco, 221 Main Street, Suite 1650, San Francisco, CA 94105, 415-625-1100
Silicon Valley/Monterey, 675 North First Street, Suite 1100, San Jose, CA 95112, 408-490-2666
North Bay, 2455 Bennett Valley Road, Suite B204, Santa Rosa, CA 95404 707-544-4350

SOURCE The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) Greater Bay Area Chapter