The Breakthrough Runner

We cross finish lines. Collect medals. Maybe even crush a marathon or two.
Until…
the race calendar just doesn’t spark the same fire anymore.

It's that moment that we start thinking of doing something more meaningful.
Run for a deeper reason, a personal cause.

But let’s be real.
No one wants to spend hours chasing sponsors.
We all hate the idea of begging for donations.
And social media? Not everyone's favorite.

The Breakthrough
When you run for something deeper — something you truly stand for — everything changes.
Barriers shrink. Limits feel less intimidating. Fear takes a backseat.

You stop chasing attention.
Instead of posting, you connect.
Instead of begging, you build.
Instead of asking, you create a living adventure people want to support —
because they see themselves in your story.

Jay's Journey
Jay Asparro overcame his fears and preconceived limitations when he started running to honor his grandmother with Alzheimer’s.

What began as a one-time tribute turned into The Ann Asparro Run — a 10-year streak to support families and caregivers affected by dementia.

Jay runs for something deeply personal. It keeps him going, even when he can’t.
His legacy grows with every mile, every moment, every story he shares.

He’s already raised over $250,000.
Not by shouting. Just by showing up — again and again.

Here's how: