Tread Strong: Support BIDMC’s 2019 Boston Marathon Team

As a nurse in the Emergency Department at Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Plymouth, Julie Lynch, RN, is no stranger to challenges. That’s why after taking up running only one year ago, it seemed natural for her to begin training for the 2019 Boston Marathon.

“A group of people from my local gym was training for the Duxbury Half Marathon and I thought ‘I can do this!’ and signed up,” she says. “Previously I had never run more than three miles.”

With that first race under her belt, Julie turned her sights to running her first marathon.

“Every year I watch the Boston Marathon with my daughter and I get this excited feeling watching the runners,” she says. “I thought about how incredible it would be to cross the finish line and have all those people cheering me on.”

Julie decided to make her running dreams a reality, while supporting a cause she’s passionate about. “I’m running for Team BIDMC and BID-Plymouth’s Behavioral Health Department because I’m so proud to be a nurse at BID-Plymouth,” she says.

Every day, Julie sees patients with substance abuse and mental health issues. Knowing that BIDMC and BID-Plymouth have great resources available for these populations inspired her to want to give back as a member of the Marathon team. “The crucial resources we offer help these patients get proper care,” she explains.

As she trains for race day, Julie has been grateful for the support of her family and continually surprised by her own strength.

“It’s been so amazing to realize what my body is capable of,” she says. “Each week, I add miles to my run and realize I can do this.”

Learn more about Julie and support Team BIDMC.