A True Inspiration in the Running Community

At Jake’s StrongGinger, we’re lucky to have incredible customers who not only love our ginger elixirs but also inspire us with their stories. One of those amazing individuals is Gisela, a longtime friend and dedicated athlete who continues to push the limits and uplift her community through running.

Gisela recently shared an update, and I couldn’t resist passing it along. She’s still going strong literally! Just last October, she climbed the Empire State Building again (yes, again!). But that’s just the beginning.

She remains deeply involved in the running world, both as an athlete and a coach. She’s now an official coach for New York Road Runners, where she mentors young women in the Run for the Future program, helping them train for their first 5K. She also works with older adults as a Striders coach, encouraging movement and walking to improve overall health. Seeing non-runners discover a love for running brings her immense joy.

One of her proudest achievements? Founding the Bronx Endurance Runners three years ago to promote health and fitness in her community. Since then, the group has grown by 40%, and many members have seen incredible health improvements, including weight loss. Her leadership and dedication continue to make a real impact.

Gisela, thank you for being such an inspiration! I’m thrilled to share your story with our StrongGinger family. Keep running, climbing, and motivating us all!

Jake