A local charity run has raised thousands for an Ottawa women's shelter, but it was no ordinary event. ottnews
takes 48 hours to complete. It’s based on an event started by David Goggins, a former U.S. Navy SEAL and fitness enthusiast. Runners run four miles or 6.4 kilometers every four hours.Ottawa’s Cornerstone housing for womenLeah Jamieson, one of the organizers of the challenge, says the support they have received from friends and family and the broader community is inspiring for all the runners involved.
Sidney Brockie took up the challenge and on Sunday. After hours of running, she is feeling good, knowing what she has accomplished has helped others. The event has been such a success this year that even before the final leg is run, organizers said they surpassed their goal of $10,000.the start and finish for the last 6.4 kilometers, have been supporting the challenge since it started. The company hosted a barbecue at the finish line, giving $2 from every beer sold at the event back to the fundraiser.
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