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Baltimore’s Homeless Get Back on Their Feet

By Ryan Halvorson
Mar 16, 2010

In other philanthropic news, the Maryland Athletic Club
& Wellness Center (MAC) has offered facility access to Back on My Feet, Baltimore chapter, on days when the weather limits outdoor activities. Back on My Feet is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping the homeless population build confidence through running. The hope is that members will improve self-esteem and self-sufficiency. “What Back on My Feet members are doing is inspiring. We are proud to be able to partner with such an organization and to help Baltimore’s homeless population through fitness,” states Liz Rhode, co-owner of MAC.

April, 2010

Ryan Halvorson

Ryan Halvorson is an award-winning writer and editor. He is a long-time author and presenter for IDEA Health & Fitness Association, fitness industry consultant and former director of group training for Bird Rock Fit. He is also a Master Trainer for TriggerPoint.

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