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March 08-09
The Janina Effect
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February 28- 01 March
Ambassador Meet Up
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July 26
SickFit Four Year Anniversary
The Janina Effect
- Support the Janina Effect
- What is the Janina Effect?
- Details on the Event
- Become a Sponsor
Sign up to Participate
Join the 24-Hour Ruck Challenge: Test your endurance and honor the resilience of veterans and first responders by participating in the ruck march.
Sign Up Here: 24 Hour Ruck
Protect Your Feet with SickFit Tactical Boot Socks: Ensure comfort and performance throughout the challenge by gearing up with high-quality SickFit socks, designed to withstand the toughest rucks.
Can't Make the Ruck?
Make A Donation
Your contribution directly supports the SickFit Scholarship Fund or provides socks to veterans and first responders, ensuring they have the resources they need to succeed. Together, we can make a lasting impact.
Choose how you want to contribute:
Donate Socks: Provide a dedicated SickFit sock designed specifically for those in need, ensuring veterans and their families receive both comfort and care through our network. These socks will be tailored to support durability and foot health, offering a tangible gesture of support and resilience.
Make a Monetary Donation: Your financial contribution directly funds the SickFit Scholarship Fund, providing education, business support, and career resources for military members, first responders, and aspiring entrepreneurs.
Every donation fuels The Janina Effect Powered by SickFit, a movement of resilience, honor, and legacy proving that together, we can make a difference for those who have given so much.
Where do the Donations Go?
- SickFit Scholarship Fund: Contributions directly support the SickFit Scholarship Fund, providing financial assistance, mentorship, and career resources to military service members, first responders, and aspiring entrepreneurs.
- Community Impact: Donations help expand awareness and outreach efforts, inspiring resilience, honoring those who serve, and directly supporting programs that strengthen veteran communities.
Words from Paden Sickles
“The Janina Effect is a testament to never quitting, staying laser-focused, and being so resilient that when you conquer the impossible, people can hardly believe it. It’s about unlocking your untapped potential, defying every obstacle, and rising above the odds. It’s about carrying the load for those who came before us—because though they may no longer walk beside us, their dreams live on through us, and we create a legacy that lives long after we’re gone."
First African American Army Female Ranger
Words from Janina Simmons
“The Janina Effect means never quitting, never settling, and transforming toughness into triumph. It’s about defying limits, enduring over everything, and unleashing the power of resilience to achieve greatness. With grit, growth, and greatness, we endure, we dream, we conquer, and we achieve beyond the impossible. Resilience is power—and it’s the key to unleashing your full potential."
Highlights of Event
- 24-Hour Ruck Challenge: A grueling endurance test honoring the strength and resilience of veterans and first responders.
- Tribute to MSG Janina Simmons: Celebrating the first African American Army Female Ranger and her inspiring legacy of breaking barriers and defying odds.
- Community Connection: Uniting participants from all walks of life to honor those who serve and carry their legacy forward.
- Exclusive Challenge Coin: Earned by the first 50 participants who cross the finish line at 12 PM on March 9th, symbolizing achievement and perseverance.
- Fundraising for SickFit Scholarship Fund: Proceeds from the event will go toward funding scholarships for military families and aspiring young entrepreneurs, empowering the next generation to create a lasting impact.
- Honor Wall: A space for participants and sponsors to leave messages of gratitude, remembrance, and encouragement, honoring both those who serve and those who have passed, ensuring their legacy lives on.
Who is Janina Simmons?
MSG Janina Simmons, a trailblazer as the first African-American woman to complete Ranger School, is now facing her toughest battle yet: Stage IV cancer. Despite the diagnosis, her unwavering resilience continues to inspire countless people. Just as she shattered barriers in the military through grit, growth, and greatness, she is now confronting cancer with the same determination and unyielding spirit.
Her journey represents more than personal strength; it symbolizes the power of perseverance and hope. Whether breaking boundaries as a soldier or fighting this battle, MSG Simmons teaches us that resilience is not just enduring challenges—it’s transforming them into opportunities to inspire others.
This event honors not just her incredible legacy as a military leader but also her relentless drive to conquer the impossible, proving that strength, courage, and the will to overcome are contagious. As she carries this weight, we carry her story forward, ensuring her dreams and impact live on for generations to come.
The RUCK:
12PM March 8th - 12PM March 9th
The 24-hour ruck at Jefferson Park Trail in Dallas, TX, features a 1-mile loop with hydration stations every 0.5 miles, rest areas with shade and first-aid kits, and sponsor-branded mile markers. Completion of the full event is optional—participation is about resilience, camaraderie, and honoring the mission.
Event Details
- Jefferson Park Trail, Dallas, TX (1-mile loop)
- Trail Overview: 1-mile circuit ideal for consistent pacing and endurance.
- Optional Completion: Ruckers are not required to complete the entire 24-hour event. Participation is about resilience, camaraderie, and honoring the mission.
Make a Lasting Impact:
Your contribution will directly support the SickFit Scholarship Fund, empowering the next generation of military families and aspiring young entrepreneurs. This initiative provides scholarships and resources to help them pursue education, launch businesses, and create lasting impact in their communities. Together, we can build a legacy of resilience and opportunity.
Choose How You Want to Contribute:
- Donate Socks: Provide a dedicated pair of SickFit Socks, ensuring veterans and their families receive both comfort and care. These socks are designed for durability, foot health, and support—offering a meaningful way to give back.
- Make a Monetary Donation: Contribute directly to the SickFit Scholarship Fund, helping to provide financial assistance, mentorship, and entrepreneurial resources to military families and young leaders striving to make a difference.
Every donation fuels The Janina Effect Powered by SickFit—a movement of resilience, honor, and legacy. Together, we are shaping the future for those who have sacrificed so much.
Want to Partner With Us?
Become a Sponsor
Fill out the form below or simply send us an email to receive our sponsorship deck at support@sickfitofficial.com
Sponsorship Opportunities
- Hydration Station Sponsor
- Media Sponsor
- Swag Bag Inclusion
- Finish Line Sponsor
- Honor Wall Sponsor
- Challenge Coin Sponsor
- Entertainment Sponsor
- Safety Sponsor