Explain how your 100MilesofSummer idea was conceived.
100MilesofSummer was conceived in 2018 during my first summertime Chi as a way to get to know the city more intimately on foot, challenge myself to stay active throughout the summer, and unknowingly rewrite my relationship with running – an activity often used as punishment in sport. The goal of the challenge is to log 100 miles starting May 1st through August 31st by walking, jogging, running, or rolling – all bodies and abilities are welcome! Over the years, the challenge has really come into its own with our global community of over 260,000 hitting the pavement for going on seven years for better health and longevity.