Andre Matthews, Odyssey House Deputy Director of Recreational Services, has run 22 marathons and countless 5K/10Ks for people in recovery. COVID-19 has made accessing treatment harder for many people, and overdoses are on the rise. This September, he's asking you to...
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RFYL Weekly: How to prepare for your first 5K or 10K
This Saturday, the Run for Your Life team will meet in Central Park at 8:00 am in front of the Band Shell, located on the 72nd Street Transverse. For those using public transportation, take the #6 train to 68th Street & Hunter College, then walk over to 72nd...
Get ready to run!
Our virtual run starts today! John Tavolacci, COO of Odyssey House, invites you to join us for our Run for Your Life Virtual 5K this September. While COVID-19 interrupted our plans to meet up and run together, you can still show your support by participating in our...
RFYL Weekly: Running in recovery from alcoholism and addiction
New Yorkers need your help! Opioid overdoses are on the rise due to Covid-19 and accessing treatment in our community has become more difficult. Please join me for our “Run for Your Life" Virtual 5K this September to help raise awareness about addiction, homelessness,...
September events & telehealth services at the Recovery Center
We're excited to announce that the Odyssey House Recovery Center is open and fully staffed. So, if you want to get out of the apartment and have a friendly, safe place to go, COME HERE! We have an amazing group of recovery coaches here to assist you. Check out our...
Training opportunities in September
Odyssey House provides ongoing training for social workers, mental health professionals, and substance abuse counselors. The topics range from training on evidence-based practices to those with an administrative focus. We offer courses approved by the NYSED Office of...
RFYL Weekly: Benefits of running
Good afternoon and welcome back to RFYL Weekly! This week, the team will be slowly integrating back to running in the community, following all safety precautions advised by the CDC. All runners must be wearing a face mask to participate. Our Saturday morning workout...
Wellness Wednesday Tip: Bigger breakfast
For most, dinner is the largest meal of the day. But in terms of weight, you may be better off following the old advice to eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a pauper. New research from The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology &...
RFYL Weekly: A fun way to improve your speed and endurance
Saturday's Run for Your Life outdoor workout will begin at 8:00 am in front of the George Rosenfeld Center for Recovery (GRCR) on Wards Island. This week’s goal is to increase your distance by ½ mile while practicing the base pace training run method. Mentors,...
Run for Your Life Virtual Run FAQs
Run for Your Life is our biggest fundraising event of the year, and an important opportunity for our community to come together, give back, and have some fun! While COVID-19 interrupted our traditional plans, our Virtual 5K will make it easier than ever to participate...
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