A Journey Across Florida. A Movement Toward Mental Well-Being.
October 2026 | Titusville to St. Petersburg, Florida
One runner. Two coasts. Hundreds of miles. One shared purpose.
This October, Miles with Purpose founder Christopher Porcaro will run approximately 250 miles across Florida, connecting communities through rhythm, movement, and a shared commitment to mental well-being.
Beginning on Florida’s Atlantic coast and finishing on the Gulf, the Coast-to-Coast Connection is more than an endurance challenge. It’s a journey to build awareness, inspire conversation, and demonstrate how something as fundamental as movement can help us navigate stress, build resilience, and strengthen our connections with ourselves and each other.
Because every step is an opportunity for connection.
MORE THAN A RUN
Connecting communities, one step at a time.
Along the journey, Miles with Purpose will engage youth organizations, community partners, runners, and individuals across Florida.
Through personal storytelling, interactive movement experiences, and community events, we'll explore how rhythm can become a practical tool for emotional regulation, resilience, and connection.
Connecting With Youth
At participating Boys & Girls Clubs and youth organizations, Christopher will share his personal journey and introduce young people to the relationship between rhythm, movement, and mental well-being.
Through age-appropriate discussions and interactive exercises, participants will discover how to recognize their own rhythms, respond to stress, and build healthy habits that support their well-being.
JOIN US AT LAKE EOLA
Rhythm. Movement. Community.
Sunday, October 18, 2026
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Lake Eola Park | Northeast Lawn | Orlando, Florida
As part of the Coast-to-Coast Connection, Miles with Purpose invites you to a free community event celebrating the relationship between rhythmic movement and mental well-being.
Together with community partners, we'll explore the power of rhythm through interactive workshops, movement experiences, and opportunities to connect.
Featuring participation from:
Orlando Ballet's Emotions in Motion
Peaceful Peacock Yoga
Martial Arts Center for Health
World Youth Clubs
Miles with Purpose
Whether you're joining a workshop, discovering a new movement practice, or simply connecting with your community, there's a place for you.
All ages and experience levels are welcome.
How You Can Be Part of It
Support movement-based preventative mental health.
Help amplify the message that movement is medicine.
Track progress. Meet the communities. Witness the impact.