I completed my first big chunk of walking today! After putting things on hold while I figured out what was going on with my foot, I am now back on schedule. I picked up my custom inserts yesterday and decided to try to go five miles today. It took me about two hours at about 19 minutes per mile and I went a little over 5.5 miles. The good news is that I probably could have gone further, but I didn't want to push it my first time out.
The 60 mile walk is over the course of 3 days so I will eventually get up to 20 miles a day. I have written out a timeline for the next eight months to get up to that. The first mile went by quickly but the second mile and half of the 3rd were when I lost a little steam. Once I pushed through that, the rest of it was fine. I think part of what I will learn is how to push through those low energy moments. I would be walking along and then be like 'oh I'm tired, maybe I should take the four mile route instead.' So much of this is mental and being able to push past that and to not listen to that voice.
Now that I am back on track with the physical parts, I need to turn my attention to the fundraising part. This is a slightly daunting challenge because it requires the support of other people. I am working on designing an incentive part to it where, like Kickstarter, people get different things for donating certain amounts. I have a few ideas of stuff I can put together. Chris is going to donate CDs of his music and I am looking into some sewing projects. Most people I know do not live near me, so it all has to be stuff I can ship. If you can donate, it really does go to a good cause. Susan G. Koman does amazing work to find a cure for breast cancer. I also am personally grateful for your support!
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The 60 mile walk is over the course of 3 days so I will eventually get up to 20 miles a day. I have written out a timeline for the next eight months to get up to that. The first mile went by quickly but the second mile and half of the 3rd were when I lost a little steam. Once I pushed through that, the rest of it was fine. I think part of what I will learn is how to push through those low energy moments. I would be walking along and then be like 'oh I'm tired, maybe I should take the four mile route instead.' So much of this is mental and being able to push past that and to not listen to that voice.
Now that I am back on track with the physical parts, I need to turn my attention to the fundraising part. This is a slightly daunting challenge because it requires the support of other people. I am working on designing an incentive part to it where, like Kickstarter, people get different things for donating certain amounts. I have a few ideas of stuff I can put together. Chris is going to donate CDs of his music and I am looking into some sewing projects. Most people I know do not live near me, so it all has to be stuff I can ship. If you can donate, it really does go to a good cause. Susan G. Koman does amazing work to find a cure for breast cancer. I also am personally grateful for your support!
CLICK HERE TO DONATE!
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