The second annual Bootcamp for a Cause Fundraising event will take place on Sunday, September 26th at Haskell Field in Sudbury, at 8AM. This event was created in 2009 by Bonnie Morrissey to honor her mother, Marlene Kittredge, who passed away in 2008 after a five-year battle with ovarian cancer. Last year’s event raised over $16,000 dollars, which was given to NYU Langone Medical Center to support ovarian cancer research. This year’s goal is $25,000, and all proceeds will again be donated to NYU, the center where Marlene received treatments under the care of Dr. Franco Muggia, the Director of the Division of Medical Oncology.
“Dr. Muggia was my mom's doctor through the course of her treatment for 5 1/2 years, so knowing that the money raised from these annual events is going right into his hands is such a wonderful feeling for me,” Morrissey said. “I truly feel that his special care and treatments kept her alive long enough so she was able to meet and hold my twins when they were born in June 2008.”
Dr. Muggia is the Director of the Division of Medical Oncology at NYU Medical Center. Board certified in Internal Medicine, Hematology and Oncology, Muggia is a leader in his field, and has authored numerous research articles about cancer screening and treatments. Research at NYU is supported through grants and private donations. By registering for this great event on September 26th, not only will participants get a great workout, but 100% of the registration fee will be donated directly to Dr. Muggia’s fund, helping to further ovarian cancer research. “Dr. Muggia gave me a special gift,” Bonnie said, “extra time with my mom, and in return, I am just thrilled to be able to help further his research for treatments of ovarian cancer.”
About the Event:
An awesome 45 minute Bonnie's Boot Camp Workout in memory of my dear mom, who passed away on November 24, 2008. There will be a live DJ at the event, as well as face painting, tattoos and crafts for the kids – a real family event! Healthy food and refreshments will be provided by Whole Foods, Owater, NRG-Bar, Lara Bar, Vita Coco, Joos, and more. In addition, Lululemon will have a trunk show on site with 10% off your purchase.
There will also be raffle with over 40 amazing prizes to be won, including: 4 nights in Napa, 3 nights in Aruba, Red Sox tickets, Celtics tickets, Nordstrom’s and TJMaxx gift cards. ALL proceeds from registrations and raffle tickets will go directly to NYU Cancer Research, right into the hands of Dr. Muggia, to further his research of ovarian cancer. For a complete list of raffle prizes, visit www.bonniesbootcamp.com.
Come with friends and neighbors and start your Sunday morning off right…burn 500 calories, socialize, AND support a great charity. All ages and fitness levels welcome…just come with lots of energy and a yoga mat and/or towel to lie on!
Event Registration: $20 minimum donation. All checks payable to NYU Langone Medical Center. In memo please write: Dr. Franco Muggia's Research Fund. Register at the event, or pre-register at www.bonniesbootcamp.com
Great raffle prizes! $10 per ticket or 12/$100 or 25/$200. Tickets will be sold at the event. If unable to attend, but would like to support the event by buying raffle tickets, please mail checks to: Bonnie Morrissey, 27 Lands End Lane, Sudbury, MA 01776, and/or contact bonnie@bonniesbootcamp.com
Other ways to donate:
Direct online donations to Dr. Muggia's Fund can be made at www.bonniesbootcamp.com.
About Bonnie’s Bootcamp: Sudbury, Mass. Resident, Personal Trainer, Physical Therapist, Life Coach, Mother of 3 (5 yrs. and under) and former Miss Vermont USA, Bonnie Morrissey has had women and men from around the Metro West getting up at the crack of dawn to attend her 6am DAILY Bootcamp at Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School. Bonnie’s Bootcamp started as the result of Bonnie’s desire to offer good, serious personal training at an affordable cost for the people who have limited time during the day; may not have a gym membership; have a gym membership and just want to mix it up, and/or don’t want to spend $100-$200 on a personal trainer for a one time session. Bonnie’s Bootcamp was created for people to finally get the results they’ve been looking for. For $54/week, Bootcamp participants receive 5 great 45-minute workouts (M-F) that include cardio and strength training and burn up to 500 calories, using only a jump rope, a mat and their own body weight. Included in this fee is not only a great workout that is guaranteed to change your body, but also Bonnie-approved recipes and snacks, as well as daily motivational emails. Based on interest and demand, Bonnie has expanded her class offerings to include 2x/week programs in Wayland (child care available), Weston (childcare available), and Sudbury, as well as an evening program through Sudbury Park & Rec.
Bonnie’s Bootcamp is partnered with Whole Foods Market in Wayland as Bonnie’s healthy eating guidelines and philosophies are right on par with those of the leading natural and organic food store’s. Bonnie’s Bootcamp logos are located all throughout the aisles pointing out “Bootcamp Approved” foods, all taste-tested by Bonnie, and her original “Bonnie’s Rockin’ Rice Salad” is often found on the salad bar.
For more information on the bootcamp programs, Bonnie’s background and training philosophies, and her upcoming fundraiser, please visit www.bonniesbootcamp.com
