Team BCNC 2021: Becky Yee

As a Chinese American woman whose family are immigrants, Becky wants to support the community and do what she can to help. During this climate of increased anti-Asian hate, Becky would like to be “the light I want to see in the universe--positive, vibrant, strong, and representative of my community.” Help Becky reach her goal and make a donation here.

BCNC is proud to be an official partner of John Hancock in the Marathon Non-Profit Program. The Non-Profit Program provides over 1,000 Boston Marathon® bibs to select non-profit organizations throughout the community, giving these organizations a significant fundraising opportunity. Last year, John Hancock Non-Profit Runners raised over $10M for their causes.

Read on to find out what keeps Becky from quitting when the running gets hard:

What's your favorite workout song or playlist?

Becky: Alle Farben—a German DJ—is my favorite to listen to on Spotify!

If you could make up any Gatorade flavor that would be served at the Marathon aid stations, what would it be?

Becky: Beet juice and kombucha and ginger—I know it sounds gross but I would love it!

What's one thing you can't run without?

Becky: My Camelbak running vest! It’s actually for trail runs and ultra-marathons, but even though I haven't run an ultra yet, I just love it. Firstly, it’s a hydration vest so I can sip water at will, I can carry everything, and it holds it all. It’s made for running so it doesn't get in the way of my arm and doesn't chafe. I absolutely love it!

Where is your dream destination for running?

Becky: Barefoot on the beach. I normally run a lot in South Beach, Miami, because I am there for work all the time. I dream of running all destination marathons including Cappadocia, Turkey, and around the pyramids in Giza.

When you get tired, what keeps you from quitting?

Becky: Mind over matter. When I get tired, I realize that I am much stronger than my mind thinks I am and physically I push though my feelings of self-doubt and self-imposed limitations.