When you get the news you’re going to meet an Olympic athlete, one might be pretty excited. When you find out you get to run with one of the most accomplished distance runners in American history and a 3-time Olympian, one might be a little intimidated. But for four Akron Children’s employees, they not only […]
Embracing overall wellness keeps this runner focused, balanced
For more than 4 decades, Shawn Lyden, chief strategy officer at Akron Children’s, has been a runner. He started as a high school cross country athlete and continued to run as an adult, making the activity an integral part of his fitness routine when he had time. But like so many people, other commitments or […]
Runner’s self-care routine strengthens her resolve, resiliency
When Lindsay Riley, patient services representative in allergy and immunology, took up running in 2011, she wanted to experience the excitement of an organized race. But as her life got busier, running became less about the competition and more of an outlet that gave her focus, determination and time for herself. When Lindsay did compete, […]
CrossFit eases workday worries and builds endurance for social worker
After a tough day at work, many people veg out, eat dinner and watch TV. But not Cassie Durdel, social worker in the transitional care unit (7100) and inpatient rehabilitation. She likes to get lost in a CrossFit workout of the day, letting exertion and the gym clear her head. “It’s a good distraction for me, […]
Busy mom makes running part of her weight loss plan
For some women, losing their “baby” weight after giving birth is easy. They get back into their routine and the pounds drop. It wasn’t that simple for Danielle Cross, a nurse at Akron Children’s Hospital Pediatrics in Ravenna, however. Raising 3 boys and working full time left Danielle with little time for herself. After her […]
Improved fitness, new friends and medals motivate this runner
One of the things that Mark Rhinehart, laboratory information system analyst, likes best about his newest hobby is the bling. When he took up running competitively 20 months ago, he never guessed the race medals would be a source of encouragement. But his growing medal collection is one of his favorite ways to relive races, […]
