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BEneFIT! is about being fit and raising support that will help the OI Foundation to provide answers to families and fund research into treatments and a cure for OI.
If you want to raise support for the OI Foundation through a marathon, swim-a-thon, bike-a-thon, or other similar activity, then click on 'Visit the BEneFIT! pages' to set up your personal web page and begin raising pledges!
Another way to participate is to set a goal that will improve your personal physical fitness. This could be beginning an exercise program or completing physical therapy after a fracture or surgery. Then, as you work towards that goal, set up your web page to keep friends and loved ones informed of your progress and encourage them to make a contribution in support.
Over the years, it has become clear that physical activity is an important part of managaing OI in children and adults. Physical activity improves overall general health, improves bone density, promotes optimal physical function, and promotes optimal psychological and social well-being by improving self confidence and the ability to interact socially with peers.
This BEneFIT! coincides with the release of the OI Foundation's newest resources, Children with OI: Strategies to increase performance and the fact sheet Exercise & Fitness.
The goal of the program is to provide a fun way to encourage people with OI of all ages to commit to a fitness program, while generating awareness and support for the OI Foundation's mission.
You are encouraged to browse the participant pages to learn what others in the OI community are doing to maintain a healthy fitness level, and of course, you're welcome to set your own personal fitness goals and create your web page, describing your goals, activity or fitness program.
Tools in the participant center will help you "spread the word" and generate support and encouragement for your efforts through emails to friends, family and coworkers.
All participants who reach their fitness goals will receive a certificate and a listing on our online Honor Roll. For those who meet their fitness and fundraising goals, we'll send a free gym bag with the BEneFIT! logo.
This is our way of saying "thank you" for participating, and "congratulations on committing to a healthy lifestyle!" |
