Cindy Quiroz struggled with her running routine until she joined Women Make Moves (WMM), a supportive women-led group. After moving to Philadelphia and committing to her first training cycle for the Half Marathon in 2022, she found camaraderie and motivation within WMM. Founder Tammy Salazar-Andurand fosters a welcoming environment through icebreakers, encouraging participation and connection. Quiroz's initial experiences with WMM have motivated her to achieve remarkable milestones, including becoming a pace captain and completing three marathons, highlighting the impact of community on individual growth in sports.
'Being new, Quiroz offered to take the photo, but they insisted she be in the shot. Looking back at that photo, I'm so happy I was in the picture, Quiroz told Runner's World.'
'When a friend moved to Philadelphia in 2022, Quiroz decided to commit to her first training cycle when she signed up for the Philadelphia Half Marathon.'
'At the start of every run, Salazar-Andurand asks newcomers to share their name and astrological sign, which is how Quiroz met her now good friend who shares the same birthday.'
'Three years later, Quiroz is now a WMM pace captain who has completed three marathons - efforts she credits to those in the group for believing in her and making the sport fun and fulfilling.'
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