Our Board
Our mission at In My Running Shoes is to empower people with chronic diseases to be active, maintain control of their lives, and proactively manage their diseases. Just because our name suggests we like running, it doesn’t mean as a Board we do not enjoy other physical activities. This Board is all about physical activity whether it be biking, hiking, swimming, strength training, walking, chasing kids – we do it all. Sometimes we do it for fun, but we are known to take on a marathon or triathlon from time to time to quench our competitive thirst.
Dawn Schottlandt – President, Clerk, and Director
To help others with chronic diseases find the means and motivation to stay active. I like to run, but I don’t care if people walk, run, bike, swim, or kayak; I just want people to MOVE!
Running shoes, of course!
Running, most days, but sometimes strength training. I also like recovery days. Those are workouts too, right?
Ice cream and wine…sometimes together!
To eat and drink answer #3. Also to help manage my MS symptoms.
Too many to choose from but probably Medoc Marathon. There was wine on the course.
Driven, witty, sometimes irrational but in a good way
Jennifer Bowes-McCann – Vice President, Treasurer, and Director
I am so inspired by Dawn’s mission and feel privileged to have a chance to be involved with it. The message of the charity is so motivating with Dawn being the chief source of that motivation. It is a special person who can take her own chronic illness and have her life serve as an inspiration for others.
My Rothy flats
Yoga and, most recently, going on runs with my daughter.
Wine and tacos but not together.
To allow me to stay active and focused.
Ras Na Heirann 5k in Mass. It was my first run with lots of support from Dawn.
Organized, logical and dedicated.
Cheri Fraser – Director
Five years ago I was paired with a little girl with Spina Bifida though the IRUN4 program. I have learned so much about how hard it is for families to get any type of assisted device covered by insurance. I feel very strongly that being active makes each individual feel part of a community and helps them with their confidence and overall well-being. If I can do anything to help someone else achieve that – then I’m all in.
Outrageous sneakers or fabulous heels
Mid-distance long run, on the ocean
Chocolate Cake with vanilla frosting and red flowers (you know they taste different)
To keep my body strong, my mind calm and to meet amazingly positive people
The Marine Corps Marathon. As a military daughter and sister, the celebration of patriotism and honoring the sacrifice of the military is very important to me. Getting your finisher medal from a Marine in dress uniform, saluting you in front of the Iwo Jima statue is an unforgettable experience.
Energetic, Engaging and Effervescent