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September 8, 2013: Running the NYC Marathon for Reeve Foundation

Marathon runner Taylor Brandon is preparing to run the 2013 NYC ING Marathon to raise funds for the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation.

The late Christopher Reeve, immortalized as 'Superman' on the big screen, and as a visionary and hero in his personal life, wisely stated, "At first something seems impossible; then it becomes improbable; but with enough conviction and support it becomes inevitable."

Currently in the United States there are 1.275 million people living with spinal cord injury, more than 5 times the number of Americans previously estimated in 2007 (255,702). Great strides have been made; people are living healthier, vibrant lives, and many are walking again thanks to the work of the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation. The Reeve Foundation is committed to finding treatments and cures for spinal cord injuries. To achieve this goal, the Foundation funds some of the most brilliant minds in neuroscience - researchers who are poised to deliver the answers that will change the lives of spinal cord injured people worldwide.

Taylor says, "As I train, I will not lose sight of why I am really putting myself to this challenge. It is always for a cause bigger than just me. Running a marathon is certainly nothing compared to the 'marathon' that those living with spinal cord injury face every day. That is why I have decided to run with Team Reeve® in the ING New York City Marathon on November 3, 2013."

"I have wanted to run the marathon for a while and decided to not only complete it, but run for a great cause for added motivation. As I train during the hot and humid summer days, the hundreds of thousands of individuals living with spinal cord injury every day will continue to be my inspiration," he continues. "But there is no way I can do this alone! Won't you please help me support the vital work of the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation?"

Taylor's goal is to raise at least US$4000 and, of course, cross the finish line. This money will enable continued research, education, and services for patients and their families. All donations are 100% tax deductible.

Donations can be made online (via credit card) at www.christopherreeve.org/nyc2013/tbrandon17.

For more information visit Taylor Brandon's Facebook page.