A 340-mile Run from Santa Monica to Las Vegas: The First Leg of an Epic Transcontinental Journey, 25 March 2024

In September of 2023, Vic Yang faced a devastating loss when his beloved mother passed away due to a fall. Little did he know that his work on Starrrt, a project centered around physical therapy, would become deeply intertwined with his personal journey. At the moment of his mother’s death, they were actively collaborating on ways to assist the geriatric community by reducing fall risks among the elderly.

Today, Starrrt stands as a unique platform, dedicated to enhancing the physical therapy experience and promoting movement among individuals, both young and old. As an avid ultra runner, Vic has embarked on an extraordinary mission to honor his mother’s memory and revolutionize the field of physical therapy.

By traversing the length of America and connecting with physical therapists along the way, Vic aims to shine a light on the transformative power of physical therapy. His journey is not just about running; it’s about spreading awareness, saving lives, and inspiring change.

Join Vic on this monumental quest as he carries forward his mother’s legacy and champions a future where physical therapy becomes a lifelong ally. Your support can make a difference in the lives of countless individuals. Together, let’s propel the mission of Starrrt and redefine what’s possible in the realm of physical therapy.

About The Foundation for Physical Therapy

The Foundation for Physical Therapy Research’s sole purpose is to fund physical therapy research through grants, scholarships, and fellowships. Through these investments, researchers go on to yield exceptional research that helps us to learn more about the efficacy of physical therapy practices, pioneer breakthrough treatments, and build the evidence-base to define the value of physical therapy among payers, other health care professions, and patients. We create a pipeline for future researchers and sow the seeds for new research to come.