Maltese Falcons Cycle for Cancer Awareness

Maryann Maltese, Chief of the Maltese Falcon's LI Chapter team, has been diligently riding to achieve at the Great Cycle Mile Challenge.

The Great Cycle Challenge-Riding to Fight Kids Cancer (Greatcyclechallenge.com) is a Not-for Profit organization using aspects of a fitness cycle challenge encouraging Pro-health enthusiasts by supporting the fight against pediatric cancers and the Children's Cancer Research Fund. Biker and Cyclists must reach 150 miles by September 30, 2020.

The Maltese Falcons Team kicked off the spirit of the Great Cycle Challenge on September 1, 2020; cruising in style virtually and in the community to spread awareness and get our message across-that we're in it for kids and encouraging those inflicted to get on their bikes and kick the ____ (please implement your favorite adjective or action word) out of pediatric cancers.

Maryann has cycled around the district; seen at Veterans Park-Huntington, Edgewood Oak Brush, Belmont State Lakes, Meadow Lark, Hobart Beach, Asharoken Beach spindling the wheels of her Mountain Bike.

I'm glad my bike continues to work, we have cycled through tough terrains, element and sunshine moments; what a way to see neighbors and friends. It's not too late to join the Maltese-Falcon Cycle Crew and log in your hours to support kids in the district. Our team-we're promoting the importance of one's fitness by raising awareness on the importance of remaining active while treating or in remission. The medical community acknowledges the importance of living a healthy lifestyle to put cancer into it's place-no where in sight presently or going forward-spindling/riding each mile ahead. Cycling is such a great way to improve one's mindset-and to assist a Charitable foundation's purpose at the same time. Maryann has participated with several cancer prevention organizations; including the American Cancer Society-Maryann has dedicated time charitably and legislatively to those inflicted with Cancers from Pediatric to Women's Healthcare needs. Most notable piece of Anti-cancer and Pro-active healthcare treatments Legislation enacted-NYS Lymphodema Awareness Law-improving the state of cancer treatment for those actively treating and/or inflicted with Breast Cancer.

Join me today and tomorrow-110 miles have been completed by Team Leader, Maryann-she has 40 miles more to endure. Is this completable?!-stay tuned and get on your bike or cycle to find out-post pictures of your own cycling endeavors right on Maryann's FB page. Kids and parents-feel free to wear your favorite Costume or Mask while taking part in supporting Maltese Falcon Team. As the weather might be influx these next 2 days-invitations from Riders-Cyclist enthusiasts on terrain locations or at their gym can be scheduled. Reach out to Maryann on her Facebook and/or the Maltese-Falcons Great Cycle Challenge Team Page. Social Distancing measures are respected.

See you on the Cycle. To also learn more about the Great Cycle Challenges-check out their website above.