Marathon Prep - NYC Edition

Program Description

Hey everyone, My name is Frank Lachapelle, Program Director for Reconnect NYC, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Reconnect NYC serves young men ages 17–24 across New York City, providing employment support, mentorship, and community engagement. I built this program as part of Reconnect’s journey to enter the NYC Marathon, where we hope to bring the community together around this fundraising initiative. Health and fitness are core to Reconnect’s mentorship pillar, especially as young men today are facing mental-health challenges at unprecedented levels. It’s critical that we stay aware, informed, and proactive about the realities young men are navigating. Thank you for joining me in raising awareness. Let’s move through this journey together. This program reflects what I believe can help me—and others—train to run a marathon in 3 hours and 30 minutes or less, all while pursuing my personal strength goal of achieving a muscle-up. The training focuses on weighted calisthenics combined with plyometric exercises, allowing us to build muscle, develop athleticism, and become the healthiest versions of ourselves. Please join this program so we can continue bringing awareness to Reconnect NYC and to the young men of New York City!

Program Overview