DSFIT2RUN is more than a wellness organization — it is a movement born from purpose, loss, and the decision to create lasting impact.

Founded in 2010, DSFIT2RUN was established by Deana Patterson after experiencing a deeply personal loss—her mother’s battle with cancer. That moment became a personal trigger that shifted everything.

It was no longer just about fitness.
It became about prevention, awareness, education, and empowering others ...

Too many lives are impacted by preventable health conditions.
Too many women are putting themselves last.
Too many people are waiting until it’s too late to make a change.

DSFIT2RUN exists to change that narrative.

We believe that:

• Prevention is powerful
• Education creates awareness
• Movement creates momentum
• Mindset creates transformation

What started from one woman’s loss has grown into a mission to help others live longer, healthier, and more...

Over the years, DSFIT2RUN has grown into a trusted community resource for health and wellness:

• 15+ years of community-based wellness programming
• 1,500+ women impacted through events, challenges, and initiatives
• 90% retention rate in multi-week wellness programs
• Participants consistently report improvements in:

Physical activity

Nutrition habits

Stress management

Accountability and consistency

This impact is a reflection of what happens when...