
Pink Streak is the Breast Cancer Network of Strength Illinois Bank of America Chicago Marathon team, but Pink Streak is more than a team, it’s a movement, a movement in the fight against breast cancer. Members of Pink Streak are phenomenally dedicated and inspirational. Not only have they committed to running, but they have chosen to do so for a cause.
Breast Cancer Network of Strength Illinois considers our Pink Streak members invaluable. What they do means so much for, us and for all those touched by breast cancer. With the money they raise, Breast Cancer Network of Strength Illinois continues to serve the community with our many vital programs and services.
Because our Pink Streak members do so much for us, we do what we can for them. Membership in 2008 Pink Streak includes:
Lifelong satisfaction in saying you completed one of the most popular marathons in the world
Pride in knowing that your fundraising efforts help Breast Cancer Network of Strength Illinois help those who simply cannot wait for a cure
Expert marathon training and ONE YEAR MEMBERSHIP from CARA*, Chicago Area Runners’ Association, with specific programs for the first-time marathoner and for veterans
Use of the Breast Cancer Network of Strength Illinois tent at Charity Village on marathon day, including free post-race massage. Your friends and family can join you at the tent after the race too!
A Pink Streak singlet and goodie bag
Pink Streak Kick-Off Party
Participation in special team events from fun runs to socials to educational workshops
A pre-race carbo-loading dinner extraordinaire
Emotional & psychological support from fellow teammates
Informational packet detailing the fundraising program and professional assistance on achieving your fundraising goals, including regular progress reports
Ability to create your own personal marathon fundraising webpage through Breast Cancer Network of Strength Illinois
Free entry into Streak Chicago Pink, an event to honor our runners
Run as a team in the Chicago Distance Classic
Discounts and incentives from our wonderful sponsors!
Ability to create your own personal marathon fundraising website using www.active.com
*Breast Cancer Network of Strength Illinois will not reimburse CARA training if you previously registered before becoming a Pink Streak member
In return, we ask that our Pink Streak members commit to the following:
Raise a minimum of $850 for the Illinois Affiliate of the Breast Cancer Network of Strength National Breast Cancer Organization
Be willing to commit to weeks of training, sweat, and inspiration towards achieving your personal goals associated with completing the marathon
For more information, please contact Kate Lacio at 312-364-9071

A few of the Pink Streak runners take a break for a
picture at the 2006 LaSalle Bank Chicago Marathon
Cardinal Fitness announced today that they will partner with Breast Cancer Network of Strength Illinois again this year in support of breast cancer awareness and fundraising. In years past, Cardinal Fitness has helped raise a total of over $9,000 dollars in donations and contributions for Breast Cancer Network of Strength Illinois. Cardinal Fitness is honored to assist Breast Cancer Network of Strength in its mission to make sure no one faces breast cancer alone.
Cardinal Fitness is pleased to continue supporting the recruitment and training efforts of Pink Streak, Breast Cancer Network of Strength’s Marathon Running Team. Cardinal Fitness will help recruit runners through in-club advertising and promotions. Cardinal Fitness will be speaking at upcoming Breast Cancer Network of Strength recruitment events at Argo Tea in Chicago to discuss strategies for successful Marathon training. This year Cardinal Fitness plans to help Pink Streakers with Marathon training by offering Fun-Runs throughout the Chicagoland area. The Fun-Runs will be held at select Cardinal Fitness locations around the Chicagoland Area. These Fun-Runs are aimed at helping runners prepare for the Chicago Marathon and provide opportunities for Pink Streak to train as a team. Fun Runs will be announced as they are confirmed.
About Cardinal Fitness
Cardinal Fitness is committed to promoting health and fitness in its local communities. As one of the fastest growing health clubs in the Midwest, Cardinal Fitness has over forty locations in three states. Cardinal Fitness is known for its affordable memberships, state-of-the-art equipment, and variety of amenities, including a supervised kids’ playroom at most locations for kids 6 months to 12 years old. Each location features personal training, free equipment instruction, cardio and strength equipment, free weights, kids room, and tanning (where available). Cardinal Fitness provides all of these amenities for a membership that starts at only $19.95 per month! Memberships are month-to-month with no long-term contracts. Plus, members can work out at any Cardinal Fitness location by showing their membership card. Stop by one of your local Cardinal Fitness locations and receive a personalized tour today! For more information and a complete club listing, visit www.cardinalfitness.com.