Core Health & Fitness, is honored to host the StairMaster 9/11 Memorial Climb at the Lake Forest Innovation Center for the third year in a row.

In remembrance of the 343 firefighters who lost their lives in the line of duty on September 11, 2001, people all over the nation have paid tribute for more than two decades. This year, we are inviting our customers and partners to join us in hosting their own climb to raise support for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF).

Memorial Climbs happens annually on the morning of September 11th in stadiums, event centers, workplaces, and fitness facilities all over the country. These centers draw in first responders and civilians from all walks of life who want to climb the 110 floors representing the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center and commemorate the sacrifice the 343 fallen firefighters made on 9/11. Some first responders add significance to their climb by wearing full gear. Each individual is provided with the picture and name of one of the 343, so that with every step they are honored. Upon completion of the climb, the climber reads off the name and rings the bell to ensure we never forget.

Core is proud to have continued to host this event with our team members throughout the United States with extending support from our global team in Germany and the United Kingdom. We have teamed up with the Fire Up Program to bring in members of LA Fire, OC Fire, Redlands Fire, and Redlands PD, thanks to Kevin Walsh and Nole Lilly. We hope to continue to raise awareness and fundraise to benefit the NFFF, our designated non-profit partner. To date, we have raised more than $13,000, and we anticipate these funds to grow as we build our teams and participants for this worthy cause.

Our goal is to commemorate those we have lost and celebrate those who make a difference each day in serving their community. We are extending the opportunity to join the StairMaster 9/11 Memorial Climb with our customers and partners. With an outpouring of interest in how to get involved, we are thrilled to be the connection to support others in making this a live event at their locations. Hosting a climb is an excellent way to support the community and allow people to show their support for those who serve. Core Health & Fitness will be providing several assets to assist clubs, fitness centers, and studios to promote this special event. To ensure you’re on the list to receive the most current updates please go to the Instagram profile @StairMasterOG and fill out the 9/11 StairMaster Climb Form.

Please reach out and take the first step to find out how you can participate in the StairMaster 9/11 Memorial Climb. Thank you for taking action to move The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation’s mission forward to honor and remember America’s fallen heroes and to provide resources to assist their families in rebuilding their lives and work within the fire service community to reduce firefighter deaths and injuries.