“Don’t underestimate the power of passionate people,” says Terri Arends, the group fitness director for the Aaron Family Jewish Community Center (JCC) of Dallas. A dynamically trained sports professional, Arends designs innovative group programming that encourages participants to meet their fitness goals while supporting the betterment of the Dallas community at large. Arends is particularly…
I am a cancer survivor. My cancer was not ovarian cancer, but it could have been fatal; I was one of the fortunate ones. Thanks to many who donated before me to Hodgkin’s Lymphoma research, it can be curable today. Scarred in my memory are the months of chemotherapy, surgeries, vomiting, hair loss and fear….
Courtney Echols Courtney’s motto is “happiness is an inside job”. The Cyclebar Lakeside Market General Manger and CycleStar Instructor got hooked on indoor cycling when she was in grad school. She loved the full-body workout—and the way she felt after every ride. She wanted to ride better and share her love of cycling with others,…
As you may know, Sheryl and I have been actively involved in this organization since Day 1. Our dear friend, Helen Gardner (pictured with me) asked us if we would join her in creating Be the Difference in 2011. You see, Helen was battling Stage 4 ovarian cancer. Between fighting the disease and working to…
As many of my friends and family know, I am not one to share my personal stories on social media. However, in light of the recent events and the tremendous amount of love, support, and well wishes I have been receiving, I feel it is best to share my story. First, let me say, I…
My entire life changed on March 2, 2016. I knew absolutely nothing about ovarian cancer until this unforgettable day. This is the day I was diagnosed with ovarian cancer and my life drastically changed. I had surgery on March 9, 2016, and it was after this surgery that I was officially diagnosed with Stage III-C…
Barbara Edes Barbara Edes works at the JCC and is a highly experienced personal trainer and group fitness instructor across multiple disciplines, including spinning, strength training, and yoga. As a repeat lead instructor in the Wheel to Survive Dallas event she leads the fifth hour with passion and purpose. She regularly surprises participants at our…
I’m riding in honor of my cousin, Roya Ali, who lost her battle with Ovarian Cancer in January 2016 at the age of 38. She was an amazing person, always having a smile on her face and was strong in the face of incredibly tough odds. I still to this day draw strength from her…
Jill Mearns Lead CycleStar Instructor at CycleBar Preston Forest Jill is thrilled to be Lead CycleStar Instructor for CycleBar Preston Forest, a premium boutique indoor cycling studio opening next month, and she can’t wait to show you her awesome new digs when you come in for a ride! She has been on the instructor bike…
I received the most devastating news this year from the sweetest, kindest, most generous, loyal and loving person I know. My best friend of almost 30 years was diagnosed with Stage 3 Ovarian Cancer at only 37 years old. On February 26, 2017 I will ride for Lauren Shecht. One woman is diagnosed with ovarian cancer every…
