At Down with Running, we are dedicated to empowering individuals with special needs at the beginning of a journey.
We believe that fitness and mental strength should be accessible to everyone, regardless of their current ability levels.
07/22/2026
Nothing reminds you how good you have it like seeing your VOLUNTEER fire department training for scenarios together on Tuesday night.
We're lucky to have a group dedicated to ensuring they stay prepared for different situations to help us when we need it.
Thanks you guys!
Lilly proves again, when you commit to the process, and keep moving forward, you'll reach your goals.
Big shout-out to her brother for the assist on this one!
Have you put off achieving a new physical milestone? Get off your couch to start training for the first ever Cedar Bend Endurance Run
September 5th @ 8:00a.
The course is a 5k loop with a stocked aid station at each loop. Whether you want to try and hit 10 miles in the 4 hour event or 50 miles in the 8 hour event, this course will provide an epic opportunity. Although your goals are your own, there will be people out there supporting you along the way!
All proceeds will go toward the DwR mission - helping individuals with special needs achieve their physical goals.
Trisomy 21 miler. Done.
100+ mile week. Done.
Will post a long video about the experience tomorrow.
This will sum it up for tonight.
Thank you to three speople that have continued to inspire my running journey. Andy, Nick, and Caleb. I don't know Andy and Caleb, but I have watched their stori s.from.afar. I spoke to Nick during the run tonight and he was on mile 60 of his run!
Because of guys like these, I can visualize the possibilities of what we can accomplish, get inspired, and share that with my kids.
💙💛
Trisomy 21 miler
We move forward
05/20/2026
Just a few months ago, this moment took place.
The Waverly-Shell Rock Senior High School and the students have their heads and hearts in the right place. We're lucky to live in the community we do.
Inspiring Moment: WSRs Hannah Byers Shines in State Basketball Game A high school basketball game recently became a powerful moment of inspiration when Hannah Byers scored at a state basketball game. Her story is a reminder of the strength, determination, and joy that sports can bring to everyone, regardless of their challenges. The video below was a story KCRG-9 di...
Teachers are awesome (Period)
Kids are focused. They'll call you out if you mispronounce a word, skip a page, etc... I'd be less nervous in a stadium full of people.
But, we do things that make us uncomfortable for our kids :)