Pink Army Gazette 07 • PATI 2026 •
Pink Army Thrive
Initiative (PATI)
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Fighters Cohort #2 is now underway.
Our second cohort of Fighters has officially begun their journey. Discover PATI, helping breast cancer survivors rebuild strength, confidence, and well-being through community.
Breast cancer diagnosis marks the beginning of a journey that is different for every woman. Whether you're newly diagnosed, currently undergoing treatment, or navigating life after treatment, each stage comes with its own physical, emotional, and mental challenges.
From managing treatment and side effects to rebuilding strength, finding the right nutrition, and learning to feel at home in your body again, many women find themselves asking the same question: "What's next?"
That's exactly why the Pink Army Thrive Initiative (PATI) was created.
What is the
PATI Program?
The Pink Army Thrive Initiative (PATI) is a comprehensive program developed by Compete For A Cure powered by Pink Army Foundation.
Over the course of the program, participants receive personalized guidance in three key areas that play a critical role in long-term survivorship:
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Exercise & movement
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Nutrition
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Mental health & emotional wellness
PATI helps Fighters do more than recover, it helps them thrive. Every participant works with experienced coaches who understand their unique needs and build individualized plans that meet them wherever they are in their journey.
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The Impact of PATI
Every fighters' journey is different.
PATI is here to walk alongside them, wherever they need support.
Throughout the program, participants often experience:
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Increased confidence
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Improved fitness and endurance
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Better nutrition habits
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Reduced feelings of isolation
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Greater emotional resilience
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New friendships that continue long after the program ends
While every participant's goals are unique, one thing remains consistent: they leave stronger than when they started.
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Compete for a Cure is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping people affected by cancer through evidence-based coaching, education, and survivorship support.
Through the Pink Army Thrive Initiative (PATI), Fighters receive personalized guidance from experts who understand the unique physical and emotional challenges of cancer.
Together, the Pink Army Foundation and Compete for a Cure provide compassionate support, expert coaching, and a community where Fighters can rebuild strength, confidence, and thrive beyond treatment.
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Discover
Compete for a Cure
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Lindsey Marcelli
Founder of Compete For A Cure
Lindsey is passionate about creating meaningful change and supporting those affected by breast cancer. Inspired by her mother Linda's breast cancer diagnosis while she was deployed in Iraq, she has dedicated her work to building communities that empower, encourage, and uplift others. Recognizing that many survivors need ongoing support after treatment ends, Lindsey envisioned a program that focuses on the whole person, not just their diagnosis. Her goal is simple: To ensure every survivor feels seen, supported, empowered, and reminded that life after cancer can be filled with hope, strength, and community.
Meet the coaching team
One of the most valuable parts of PATI is the dedicated coaching team.
Each Fighter works with professionals who provide encouragement, education, and personalized guidance throughout the program.
Maggie
Mahany
Mental Health Coach
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Healing isn't just physical,it’s emotional, too. Maggie Mahany is a mental health counselor, mindset coach, and CrossFit trainer who brings warmth, encouragement, and expertise to every participant. Through individual support sessions, Maggie helps Fighters build resilience, navigate the emotional challenges of survivorship, strengthen their mindset, and develop tools that support long-term mental wellness. Her compassionate approach reminds every Fighter that they never have to face survivorship alone.
Yani
Fish
Exercise Coach
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Passionate, dedicated, and deeply compassionate, Yani Fish has built her career around helping women affected by cancer regain strength, confidence, and pride in their bodies. As a Cancer Exercise Rehabilitation Specialist and Head of Exercise Oncology, Yani combines scientific expertise with personalized care to develop exercise programs that meet each participant where they are. Her goal is to help every Fighter feel stronger, more capable, and in control of their recovery journey.
Nutrition Coach
Nicole
Aucoin
Healthy nutrition plays a vital role in recovery and long-term wellness. Nicole Aucoin, founder of Healthy Steps Nutrition, provides one-on-one nutrition coaching designed specifically for cancer survivors. She helps participants develop realistic, sustainable eating habits that support healing, increase energy, and improve overall health—without restrictive diets or overwhelming nutrition advice. Every plan is personalized to fit each Fighter's lifestyle and goals.
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What Fighters
Can Expect
The PATI experience is designed to provide support every step of the way.
Throughout the program, participants can expect:
Personalized Coaching
Individual guidance tailored to each participant's goals, abilities, and stage of survivorship.
Regular Check-ins
Ongoing accountability, encouragement, and opportunities to ask questions.
Educational Resources
Practical information covering exercise, nutrition, emotional wellness, recovery, and healthy living.
Community Support
Participants become part of a welcoming group of breast cancer survivors who encourage one another throughout the journey.
A Safe Environment
No matter where someone is in their journey, PATI is built on compassion, understanding, and meeting Fighters exactly where they are.
A Celebration of Progress
At the end of the program, Fighters come together to celebrate their progress, resilience, and the community they've built.