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We Can Too conquer the Cooly Classic

Kat Couch could only just swim 100 metres when she signed up for the Cooly Classic with Can Too.

We Can Too ocean swim together

Sisters Julia and Claudia Harley are looking forward to crossing the finish line of the Bondi Blue Water Challenge on 28 April, to show that they Can Too complete a two-kilometre ocean swim together – their fourth time lucky attempt.

Welcome to the Autumn edition of Inspir...

I’m pleased to announce that our Can Too magazine’s name is Inspire. The theme of this Autumn 2019 edition is ‘family’. As often people describe Can Too as like a family and members refer to their pod as their ‘Can Too family’.

Where would I be without Can Too?

By Georgie Quigley Without Can too I wouldn’t be running marathons that’s for sure! Can Too is the only reason these legs of mine have ever managed to conquer 42.2km.

I Can Too run with Kenyans

Can Too running Coach Matt Joyce’s shares his running travel adventure.

Tips on how to recover post RunWest

Can Too’s running coach Matt Joyce shares his tips on how best to recover post race.

4 Ways We're Celebrating 15 Years Of Bla...

Tips for Training in the Rain

Can Too trains RAIN, HAIL and SHINE, here's some tips to get you motivated to turn up for training in the rain!

What International Women’s Day means t...

For International Women’s Day, we asked the Chair of Can Too Foundation, Anne Massey to reflect on what the special day means to her.

Can Too researcher wins Young Woman of t...

Cancer researcher Dr Angelica Merlot, who received funding from the Can Too Foundation in 2018, wins the Harvey Norman Young Woman of the Year Award.

Work For Us — Community Engagement...

Can Too Hall of Famer passes suddenly

Tragically Can Too devotee Mark Ellis, who had been planning to swim the English Channel this coming winter as part of a Can Too Beyond program with his fellow Can Too team members and wife Lizzie Crowhurst, collapsed and died suddenly at his Sydney home this weekend.

Fourth time’s a charm for swimming sis...

Sisters Julia and Claudia Harley are looking forward to show that they Can Too complete a two kilometre ocean swim together -- their fourth time lucky attempt soon. They were committed to doing the Bondi Blue Water Challenge 2.1km swim on Sunday to commemorate the Can Too Learn to Ocean Swim program they’ve completed after suffering a couple of event day setbacks.

Ocean Swimming – It’s All About Rhyt...

Can Too Swim Coach Gary Emmerton shares his wisdom on how to master ocean swimming.

Can Too Run FAQ

Let us answer your questions about joining the Can Too Run program.

Jodie can do anything with Can Too

Western Sydney resident Jodie Sale credits joining Can Too Foundation with making her say yes to doing things she never thought she could.

Welcome to the first edition of our Can ...

The theme for our first edition is making goals. Read on to find out how Can Too participant Mark Ellis has overcome debilitating injuries to be able to tackle the Can Too Beyond goal of swimming the English Channel. Find out what our goal events are this year, what the secrets are to fundraising from our featured stars, Dani Lombard's take on the Queenstown running festival and more.

Peter’s Taking On RunWest For Those Wh...

When Kellyville resident Peter Signorelli’s wife asked him to do a 9km fun run, his response was: ‘you’re kidding me, I’m lucky if I can run 50 metres from the car to the front door if it’s raining'. Despite never running before he completed the Blackmores 9km Bridge Run in 2012 for Can Too Foundation, which raises money for cancer research and prevention. He has since completed the Great Ocean Road 14km Run, Half Marathons in Sydney and two full Marathons in Queenstown, New Zealand and more for the Foundation.

Lyndal overcomes ocean fear to show she ...

When Lyndal Keith joined Can Too to train for a 1km ocean swim in 2015 she was terrified of the ocean. She went on to become a Can Too swimming mentor, completed a 10 km ocean race and her fundraising has kept someone close to her from not just surviving but thriving.

Does your training session have a purpos...

As a coach, the one fundamental principle I look to communicate to athletes is that of purpose. Purpose is something every training plan should be built upon and consistently referenced week to week.

Message from the CEO - Setting Goals for...

What an amazing year! Hear what Can Too Foundation has achieved in 2018 and what's ahead for 2019.

Why I Can Too - Briony Blackmur

Briony Blackmur recently conquered the 10km plus trail run despite not being able to run more than 20 seconds when she started with Can Too

‘Monthly Swimmers’ reign supreme

The ‘Monthly Swimmers’ put in an impressive performance to win the annual handicapped relay swim race on Wednesday 28 November at Monte Sant' Angelo Mercy College Aquatic Centre. The ex-elite swimmers including Australian Olympian Carl Wilson won by 20 seconds in the 14-person relay team against two Can Too teams.

What to pack for a bucket list adventure

Trekking the globe are some of the Can Too challenges on offer next year including a Trek to Mt Kilimanjaro with Trip Leader and global adventurer Heather Hawkins. Is such a trek on your bucket list? Heather shares what you need to pack on the trekking trip of a lifetime:

How to conquer RunWest

James Constantine’s guide to run/walking 12 kms from a 5km base

The Doctor Who Gave Up Drugs Prescribes ...

Dr Chris van Tullenken set up a no drug clinic at London to treat people with common illnesses without drugs, in all cases the effective treatment was supported exercise.

You Can WIN Shoes With Every Can Too Run...

An important start to run training is finding the right shoes for your feet. That’s why, for every Can Too Run training program in the future, there’s one pair of shoes to be won thanks to Brooks Running – the Official Shoe of Can Too.

You CAN TOO Beat An Olympic Swimmer!

"Monthly swimmers' vs Can Too swimmers

'From A To Me' Episode 10: Annie Crawfor...

Message from the CEO - Mental Health Mon...

As October was Mental Health Month with the theme of ‘share the journey’ it was a poignant reminder of why we CAN TOO and how being part of the community is vital for physical and mental wellbeing.

International marathons released

Our annual survey showed you want greater input when choosing international destinations, and more advanced notice, to allow more of you to join these experiences. In response to your feedback we’ve been asking Can Toorists like you where they want to go on their next fitness and fundraising adventure.

5  Mins With … Matthew Sommerville

Matthew Sommerville is achieving a lot of firsts with Can Too, including his first running race - the 12km Jabulani Challenge, his first marathon - the upcoming Queenstown Marathon and he’s also a newly appointed Team Captain training for the Sydney Trail Series 2019. By taking on this role he is a great example of living our Can Too value of support.

Can Too delivers a winning recipe for me...

For a wrap up of Mental Health Month Can Too Board Member, Avril Henry details how Can Too delivers on the key ingredients for mental and physical wellbeing.

I Am A Can Too Addict!

Swim program Champion, Lyndal Keith was addicted to Can Too from day one, ‘the warmth, the acceptance, the team work - I was hooked’. She was inspired to join the Foundation as tribute to her ‘beautiful Aunty Ree’ that she lost to cancer, read on for her moving tribute to her.

I can do anything with Can Too

Pip Davis pictured centre training for the New York Marathon.

Why I Can Too - Paul Jeffress

“I Can Too because of how it makes me feel,” says Can Too veteran Paul Jeffress who manages to live very well with diagnosed depression and anxiety.

Can Too Goes West

Can Too Foundation is the official training partner and official charity of RunWest - Western Sydney’s first major running festival.

Can Too Foundation celebrate $20M milest...

Can Too Foundation are thrilled to achieve the fundraising milestone of $20 million plus for cancer research and prevention. Thank you to everyone who has been part of the journey to show that you CAN TOO achieve goals once thought impossible, from running a marathon to raising collectively over $20 million to beat cancer.

How to get a copy of a Donation Tax Rece...

Message from the CEO – September 2018

Why I Joined Can Too, A New Participant'...

Race Report — Glenbrook Trail Mar...

Message from the CEO – August 2018

Our Refer-A-Friend Policy (It's Awesome)

Annie Crawford's Trail Race Week Tips

Sydney Ocean Swim, Registrations opening...

Warm your winter with some summer news. Last year's Sydney Ocean Swim broke all our records. We supported 416 people to face their fears and learn to ocean swim, fundraising an incredible $628,091 for cancer research and prevention. And it’s nearly that time of year again!!! SAVE THE DATE Registrations open Friday 31 August.

Don’t Let Your Cycling Training Turn Y...

A Can Too-ers Swim to Recovery: A True S...

Welcome to our new Chair of the Can Too ...

Treadmill vs. Track