Breast Cancer 3-day Training?
04 Mar 2009
I am thinking about registering to be a participant in my local 3-day Susan G. Komen Walk for a Cure. If you are not familiar it is a 60 mile walk in 3 days to raise money for breast cancer. They have one in my county every year and am thinking about participating next year. I have less than a year to train, and am pretty out of shape. It is the end of October and the walk is in August of 2009. Any suggestions for training and advice from prior participants, etc. Thanks.
I’m a 3 time 3 day walker. I’m considering doing it in ‘09 but I’m not sure yet. It’s really a wonderful experience and don’t let being out of shape deter you. A year is PLENTY of time to train. To be honest, I didn’t train for the last two I did and was able to finish just fine. I’ve stepped foot in a gym, although I am active. A lot of problems come from foot care – having properly fitting shoes, treating blisters. Also hydration and stretching are of upmost importance. At the end of the day you’re gonna feel 20 miles regardless of rather you trained or not. Get into the habit of walking and getting more active, which is good advice no matter what your future plans are. In the few months and weeks before the walk you need to get some long 10 and 20 mile training walks in so you can determine how your body responds and what problems you may encounter (shin splints, arch problems, ingrown nails, etc.) The 3 Day walk organizers are very supportive and there are often training walks scheduled in your area. It helps to join a team too.
As far as fundraising goes, I would register soon so that you have ample time to fundraise.
Good luck! I’d be happy to answer any other questions!
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Sandy Sandals
2009 Mar 05 1I’m a 3 time 3 day walker. I’m considering doing it in ‘09 but I’m not sure yet. It’s really a wonderful experience and don’t let being out of shape deter you. A year is PLENTY of time to train. To be honest, I didn’t train for the last two I did and was able to finish just fine. I’ve stepped foot in a gym, although I am active. A lot of problems come from foot care – having properly fitting shoes, treating blisters. Also hydration and stretching are of upmost importance. At the end of the day you’re gonna feel 20 miles regardless of rather you trained or not. Get into the habit of walking and getting more active, which is good advice no matter what your future plans are. In the few months and weeks before the walk you need to get some long 10 and 20 mile training walks in so you can determine how your body responds and what problems you may encounter (shin splints, arch problems, ingrown nails, etc.) The 3 Day walk organizers are very supportive and there are often training walks scheduled in your area. It helps to join a team too.
As far as fundraising goes, I would register soon so that you have ample time to fundraise.
Good luck! I’d be happy to answer any other questions!
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7 year breast cancer survivor
mcb930
2009 Mar 05 2Sandy’s answer was right on. Training for a 3-day is not as much about “working out” as it is about exercising to increase your overall health and stamina. I didn’t go to the gym to train, but I did get some advice from a trainer about proper stretches and exercises before I started. I walked every day and watched my diet carefully. I worked up my walking distance till I was confident I could do the 3-day. I took about 10 months to train.
A 3 day is an incredible experience. Thank you for your desire to help end breast cancer forever!
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