Let the training begin!

Today the 16 week training schedule kicked off with a three mile walk.

I'm not sure if it is poetic or just cheesy, but I decided to do my walk on the National Mall since that is where the Avon Walk will start and end.

The weather was cold for sure, but the sun was out and it really was a nice day to be in DC. Having said that, I do look forward to warmer weather and not having to dodge ice slicked sidewalks come May!

With this first walk complete I'm feeling pretty motivated and excited to get this training under way.

I've been considering participating in this walk for the past few years. I almost signed up for the 2014 Walk, but I had a conference on the west coast to attend for work that weekend. Once I realized this year's annual conference was a week earlier I decided to go for it. And then, about 3 months later, in September, I actually registered.

This week's training schedule has us walking 14 miles. The walking days are Sunday (3), Tuesday (3), Thursday (4) and Saturday (4).

As we keep our focus on the fundraising as well, Mary and I are hoping to get 14 donors this week. 

Building momentum for the fundraising will help us keep our momentum going with training, Any gifts - large or small - would be greatly appreciated!

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