What are Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis?
Crohn's disease is a chronic (ongoing) disorder that causes inflammation of the digestive or gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Although it can involve any area of the GI tract from the mouth to the anus, it most commonly affects the small intestine and/or colon. Ulcerative colitis, on the other hand, affects only the colon. The inflammation involves the entire rectum and extends up the colon in a continuous manner. There are no areas of normal intestine between the areas of diseased intestine. In contrast, such so-called "skip" areas may occur in Crohn's disease. Ulcerative colitis affects only the innermost lining of the colon, whereas Crohn's disease can affect the entire thickness of the bowel wall.
Crohn's and ulcerative colitis are the two main disease categories that belong to a larger group of illnesses called inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Because the symptoms of these two illnesses are so similar, it is sometimes difficult to establish the diagnosis definitively. In fact, approximately 10 percent of colitis cases are unable to be pinpointed as either ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease and are called indeterminate colitis.
The Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America's Team Challenge
Team Challenge is the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation’s endurance training and fundraising program. Through Team Challenge, you can run or walk 13.1 miles or train for a triathlon or cycling event while helping to find a cure for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, two chronic and often debilitating digestive diseases that impact 1.4 million Americans. At least 75 cents from EVERY DOLLAR donated to Team Challenge goes directly to critical support services for patients with IBD.
Triathlon Training Program
Rock'n'Roll San Diego Sprint Triathlon - September 22, 2013
Team Challenge will travel to San Diego and complete this fun triathlon, which offers both sprint and Olympic distances in 2013! This one-of-a-kind event will have you rocking from start to finish with VIP amenities and rockin' bands all along the course- including a floating band on a barge! Never done a tri before? No worries! This chill event offers a "beach cruiser" division. Be sure to bring flip-flops, sunscreen, and a great attitude. Are you a triathlon veteran? Try out your top-end speed on the sprint course or challenge your endurance on the Olympic distance course. Everyone will enjoy the finish-line beer garden.
Half Marathon Training Program
Kona Half Marathon - June 23, 2013
You might have to pinch yourself as you complete the 13.1 miles of tropical beauty that make up the Kona 1/2 Marathon- yep, you're really doing it! Training with Team Challenge means you'll be completely prepared for the race and to soak up the island lifestyle when you cross the finish line. You'll come home with much more than just a suntan!
Napa to Sonoma Half Marathon - July 21, 2013
Join Team Challenge and explore the rolling hills of the Northern California Wine Country as you run or walk 13.1 miles through gorgeous vineyards. Enjoy local wines with your new friends after you cross the finish line!
Interested in Participating in Team Challenge?
Take the challenge to change a life. We have seasons throughout the year, and local trainings throughout the Bay Area.
Contact Maggie Tides at [email protected] or (408) 726-1526 to find out how you can get started!
Crohn's disease is a chronic (ongoing) disorder that causes inflammation of the digestive or gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Although it can involve any area of the GI tract from the mouth to the anus, it most commonly affects the small intestine and/or colon. Ulcerative colitis, on the other hand, affects only the colon. The inflammation involves the entire rectum and extends up the colon in a continuous manner. There are no areas of normal intestine between the areas of diseased intestine. In contrast, such so-called "skip" areas may occur in Crohn's disease. Ulcerative colitis affects only the innermost lining of the colon, whereas Crohn's disease can affect the entire thickness of the bowel wall.
Crohn's and ulcerative colitis are the two main disease categories that belong to a larger group of illnesses called inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Because the symptoms of these two illnesses are so similar, it is sometimes difficult to establish the diagnosis definitively. In fact, approximately 10 percent of colitis cases are unable to be pinpointed as either ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease and are called indeterminate colitis.
The Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America's Team Challenge
Team Challenge is the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation’s endurance training and fundraising program. Through Team Challenge, you can run or walk 13.1 miles or train for a triathlon or cycling event while helping to find a cure for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, two chronic and often debilitating digestive diseases that impact 1.4 million Americans. At least 75 cents from EVERY DOLLAR donated to Team Challenge goes directly to critical support services for patients with IBD.
Triathlon Training Program
Rock'n'Roll San Diego Sprint Triathlon - September 22, 2013
Team Challenge will travel to San Diego and complete this fun triathlon, which offers both sprint and Olympic distances in 2013! This one-of-a-kind event will have you rocking from start to finish with VIP amenities and rockin' bands all along the course- including a floating band on a barge! Never done a tri before? No worries! This chill event offers a "beach cruiser" division. Be sure to bring flip-flops, sunscreen, and a great attitude. Are you a triathlon veteran? Try out your top-end speed on the sprint course or challenge your endurance on the Olympic distance course. Everyone will enjoy the finish-line beer garden.
Half Marathon Training Program
Kona Half Marathon - June 23, 2013
You might have to pinch yourself as you complete the 13.1 miles of tropical beauty that make up the Kona 1/2 Marathon- yep, you're really doing it! Training with Team Challenge means you'll be completely prepared for the race and to soak up the island lifestyle when you cross the finish line. You'll come home with much more than just a suntan!
Napa to Sonoma Half Marathon - July 21, 2013
Join Team Challenge and explore the rolling hills of the Northern California Wine Country as you run or walk 13.1 miles through gorgeous vineyards. Enjoy local wines with your new friends after you cross the finish line!
Interested in Participating in Team Challenge?
Take the challenge to change a life. We have seasons throughout the year, and local trainings throughout the Bay Area.
Contact Maggie Tides at [email protected] or (408) 726-1526 to find out how you can get started!