This is the official blog of the Boston, MA Get Your Rear in Gear 5K race. Join us on Saturday, October 13, 2012 as we stand up against colon cancer. Follow Us:  Tumblr (3.0; @bostongyrig)http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/d342a742cbafc05519fe2d3c8dfba81d/tumblr_mjz1cv6QGk1qzig5xo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Me, Amy & Congressman James McGovern — the 2013 Hill Champion For The Cause. #ConC2013 #gyrig #fightcrc</p>http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/45846617592http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/45846617592Wed, 20 Mar 2013 14:14:55 -0400conc2013gyrigfightcrc<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/3315b7ce6639a1081b5215bf0c5c3216/tumblr_mjyle3XlfZ1qzig5xo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Getting ready to kick some #coloncancer butt! #gyrig #conc2013 #fightcrc (at Rayburn House Office Building)</p>http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/45831216277http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/45831216277Wed, 20 Mar 2013 08:30:02 -0400conc2013coloncancergyrigfightcrc<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/97b60d49a92b97f525fe97983334a684/tumblr_mjyjirY9yz1qzig5xo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>The class of 2013 newbies! Almost 100 of us here today! #gyrig #conc2013 #fightcrc (at U.S. Capitol - West Terrace)</p>http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/45829920540http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/45829920540Wed, 20 Mar 2013 07:49:39 -0400conc2013gyrigfightcrc<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/b83e617ca33adf1acbd52b9e10129c3c/tumblr_mjyis2JQsh1qzig5xo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>DC here I am!! Ready to do battle against #coloncancer Thanks #GYRIG #1milstrong #fightcrc #conc2013 (at U.S. Capitol - West Terrace)</p>http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/45829424310http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/45829424310Wed, 20 Mar 2013 07:33:38 -0400conc2013coloncancergyrigfightcrc1milstrong<iframe width="400" height="300" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/7P3St4zRJTc?wmode=transparent&autohide=1&egm=0&hd=1&iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&rel=0&showinfo=0&showsearch=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe><br/><br/><p>The  happenings of the 2012 Boston Get Your Rear In Gear 5K for colon cancer awareness and education. This is the second annual race on Castle Island in South Boston. Oh! What a great day!</p>http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/34871610587http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/34871610587Fri, 02 Nov 2012 22:00:26 -0400colon cancercolon cancer in bostonboston racesboston races for colon cancerget your rear in geargyrigboston gyriggyrig racescolon caner coalition<iframe width="400" height="300" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/85xIDzRw-Hc?wmode=transparent&autohide=1&egm=0&hd=1&iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&rel=0&showinfo=0&showsearch=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe><br/><br/><p>Gabby Denby’s amazing and inspiring speech at the beginning of the 2012 Boston Get Your Rear in Gear! We love her  — she is such a testament to the spirit to push forward.</p> <p>We are so honored to have met you!</p>http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/33895502247http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/33895502247Fri, 19 Oct 2012 11:21:30 -0400<iframe width="400" height="225" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/fShVJ1T7bWw?wmode=transparent&autohide=1&egm=0&hd=1&iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&rel=0&showinfo=0&showsearch=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe><br/><br/><p>The first of a few of the 2012 Boston Get Your Rear in Gear 5K videos! What a great day!</p>http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/33893597055http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/33893597055Fri, 19 Oct 2012 10:28:12 -0400<embed width="400" height="300" src="http://static.pbsrc.com/flash/rss_slideshow.swf" flashvars="rssFeed=http%3A%2F%2Ffeed1265.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fjj502%2FCaitlinGambee%2FFacebook%2F2012%2520Boston%2520Get%2520Your%2520Rear%2520in%2520Gear%25205K%2Ffeed.rss" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent"></embed><br/><br/><p>Photos from the Boston Get Your Rear in Gear 5K! To see the full album visit <a href="http://photobucket.com/GYRIG2012"><a href="http://photobucket.com/GYRIG2012">http://photobucket.com/GYRIG2012</a></a></p> <p>Thanks everyone for coming and making this a fabulous event!</p>http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/33851747247http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/33851747247Thu, 18 Oct 2012 16:31:28 -0400boston colon cancerboston fall racescolon cancer in bostongyriggyrig boston 2012<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_mapnan6YQf1qc0i91o1_500.gif"/><br/><br/><p>You’ve finished the 5K — NOW CELEBRATE!</p>http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/33496767305http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/33496767305Sat, 13 Oct 2012 10:49:41 -0400<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_mbpi59ncoi1qzig5xo1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_mbpi59ncoi1qzig5xo2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>The Vitacoco for Boston Get Your Rear in Gear has arrived! 2 days to go!</p>http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/33340149558http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/33340149558Wed, 10 Oct 2012 22:12:43 -0400<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_matp29Z83x1qzig5xo1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_matp29Z83x1qzig5xo2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_matp29Z83x1qzig5xo3_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>Boston Get Your Rear in Gear Co-Chair Brian Shelly, putting up race yard signs! Can you believe we are only 3 weeks away!?</p>http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/32196419353http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/32196419353Mon, 24 Sep 2012 09:55:42 -0400boston road racecolon cancer and bostonrunning in bostonoctober races in bostonboston 5k for colon cancerrun for a curerun for colon cancer in bostoncolon cancer fundraisersget your rear in gear bostonbostonrunfastbrian shellygyrig<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_matpeqjTF21qzig5xo1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_matpeqjTF21qzig5xo2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_matpeqjTF21qzig5xo3_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_matpeqjTF21qzig5xo4_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_matpeqjTF21qzig5xo5_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_matpeqjTF21qzig5xo6_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_matpeqjTF21qzig5xo7_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_matpeqjTF21qzig5xo8_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>The South End & Southie have been tagged. The big day is only 3 weeks away! It made my day today that as we were putting up signs on Castle Island, someone approached me saying how they had registered for the race and were so excited for the run!</p>http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/32154824967http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/32154824967Sun, 23 Sep 2012 18:06:22 -0400boston<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_mapq7vPrSK1qzig5xo1_500.jpg"/><br/> Lloyd Mandrell Photography<br/><br/> <img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_mapq7vPrSK1qzig5xo2_500.jpg"/><br/> Lloyd Mandrell Photography<br/><br/> <img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_mapq7vPrSK1qzig5xo3_500.jpg"/><br/> Lloyd Mandrell Photography<br/><br/> <img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_mapq7vPrSK1qzig5xo4_500.jpg"/><br/> Lloyd Mandrell Photography<br/><br/> <img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_mapq7vPrSK1qzig5xo5_500.jpg"/><br/> Lloyd Mandrell Photography<br/><br/> <img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_mapq7vPrSK1qzig5xo6_500.jpg"/><br/> Lloyd Mandrell Photography<br/><br/> <img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_mapq7vPrSK1qzig5xo7_500.jpg"/><br/> Lloyd Mandrell Photography<br/><br/> <p><strong>Welcome Back Lloyd Mandrell Photography!</strong></p> <p>I cannot tell you how excited we are to have Lloyd Mandrell back for year #2 to take our photography for the Boston Get Your Rear in Gear 5K. His work is amazing!</p> <p>Please check out his work here <a href="http://www.facebook.com/LloydMandrellPhotography"><a href="http://www.facebook.com/LloydMandrellPhotography">http://www.facebook.com/LloydMandrellPhotography</a></a> or here on <a href="http://www.lloydmandrellphotography.com/"><a href="http://www.lloydmandrellphotography.com">http://www.lloydmandrellphotography.com</a></a></p> <p>Thanks!</p>http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/32047594230http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/32047594230Sat, 22 Sep 2012 09:54:18 -0400boston 5kboston colon cancerboston awarenesscolon cancer races bostonboston 5k for colon cancer<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_maoxj56jmG1rgs1vso1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/>http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/31993054919http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/31993054919Fri, 21 Sep 2012 14:04:38 -0400bostonboston racesraces in bostonboston races for colon cacnercolon cancer awareness racecolon cancer bostonboston 5k for colon cancer<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_manxhnEl2K1qzig5xo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Emergen-C has arrived! Whoop whoop! Happy healthy runners :)</p>http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/31933603457http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/31933603457Thu, 20 Sep 2012 15:15:23 -0400<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_manresAPhl1qzig5xo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Cutty’s in Brookline has been tagged with brochures! Stop by and get their Eggplant Spukie! Yum!</p>http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/31927468203http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/31927468203Thu, 20 Sep 2012 13:04:04 -0400<a href="http://hopefaithandlovetogetusthrough.blogspot.com/2012/09/fall-is-coming-better-get-your-rear-in.html">Fall Is Coming, Better Get Your Rear In Gear!</a>http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/31921322937http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/31921322937Thu, 20 Sep 2012 09:53:39 -0400<a href="http://westborough.patch.com/articles/colon">Grandson's Love Drives Colon Cancer Awareness Team</a>http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/31863184432http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/31863184432Wed, 19 Sep 2012 11:54:23 -0400<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_magvigcCFR1qzig5xo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Check us out on I-93 by the Dot exit!</p> <p>Less then a month to go!</p>http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/31694842324http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/31694842324Sun, 16 Sep 2012 19:49:28 -0400boston colon cancercolonoscopy bostoncolon cancer events<div> <p class="yiv320032276MsoNormal"><img src="http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_maeca1RHEt1qzfj6s.gif"/></p> </div> <div> <p class="yiv320032276MsoNormal"><span>If you are going to run or walk the Get Your Rear In Gear 5K (and avoid injury!) make sure you have the right shoes.  Seek advice from a local expert like at <a href="http://www.baysiderunner.com/">Bayside Runner</a> where your personal service in selecting the proper running footwear.</span></p> <p class="yiv320032276MsoNormal"><span></span><strong><span>Bayside Runner is the South Shore’s independently owned and operated store</span></strong><span>for runners and walkers. They are committed not only to helping runners and walkers at all levels find the right shoes, apparel and accessories, but also to inspiring our customers to live a healthy life and to enjoy the benefits of being fit.</span><span></span></p> </div> <div id="yui_3_2_0_1_1347720394142316"> <p class="yiv320032276MsoNormal" id="yui_3_2_0_1_1347720394142315"><span id="yui_3_2_0_1_1347720394142314">They specialize in matching each runner with shoes that keep them from getting injured and make them feel good. When you come to Bayside Runner, they listen to your needs, provide a biomechanical analysis of your running style, and recommend footwear that will keep your feet happy for miles and miles. They also have the apparel to help you look as great as you feel and the accessories to help you attain your fitness goals.</span><span></span></p> </div> <p><span>They welcome all customers, whether you are a competitor, avid runner, pleasure walker, or just starting to explore the world outside your door.</span></p> <p><span>Get ready, we are less than a month away!<br/></span></p>http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/31588412118http://bostongyrig.tumblr.com/post/31588412118Sat, 15 Sep 2012 11:01:05 -0400boston 5kbayside runnercolonoscopycolon cancer 5kboston gyrig2012 races2012 fall races in bostonboston running groupsboston colon cancer groups