I am the featured TRAINING WALK LEADER in the 3-Day August Newsletter!

Meet a Training Walk Leader
Deborah from Clinton, MD

I made the decision to walk in my first 3-Day (Washington, D.C. - 2008) after losing my best friend (June 2007) and aunt (Aug 2007). I knew my grandmother had died from breast cancer when I was younger and I had participated in many Race for the Cure® events in her memory, but when I lost Tania and Aunt LaJuan so close together something inside of me snapped and I knew I needed/wanted to do something more.

I decided to become a training walk leader this year because I wanted to share my 3-Day experience with others and help to motivate and educate as many as possible. I walk with many friends and family members and have started a small walking group with some of the moms at my daughter's gymnastics center. I thought, "Why not take it a step further and help other 3-Day walkers train, too?"
Fundraising Tip: Ask, ask, and ask again! You will find that more people want to/will donate, but they just want to be asked. Ask anyone and everyone. Never make an assumption about what a person can or can't do. The one that you think can't may be the one who can!
Training Tip: Start early and don't stop. Plan walking into everything you do. Park further away at the mall or restaurant or train station. Get up from your desk and go for a 30-minute walk at lunch. Walk to the store if possible. Just walk. Purchase your walking shoes early and wear them while training. Don't forget to buy more than one pair (just in case), and break them BOTH in.
Training Walk: Saturday, August 13, 8.95 miles at White Plains Golf Course http://www.the3day.org/site/GetTogether?cal_event_id=269343&gettogether=event_main&page=event_main&cal_invitee_id=&cal_activity_id=1162

8.5 Mile Training Walk - Saturday June 25, 2011

White Plains Golf Course to La Plata

This is an 8.5 Mile training walk. We will be starting at the White Plains Golf Course (White Plains, MD), and following the bike/jog/walking trail (asphalt) to the Giant in LaPlata, MD. There are moderate hills throughout the walk.
We will take a "pit stop" at the Giant in LaPlata (4.25mile) for a bathroom break, rehydrating, and stretching before heading back. 

We will be meeting in the top parking lot of the White Plains Golf Course (in front of the clubhouse) and will do a 10 min stretch session, review safety tips, answer any questions before starting out on the walk.  Each walker will be required to complete the Training Walk Waiver prior to the walk. 

It's summertime and will be warm -- (high for the day is expected to be around 87). Remember to bring your water/gatorade and a light snack. Hydration and "energy" are super important when doing distance walking. Be sure to always have your ID with you and you may want to bring a small amount of money if you are going to need to purchase drinks/snacks at the Giant.

For a map of the walk... go to WALK MAP

Komen Maryland Volunteer Training!

I am so excited!  Tomorrow I will be at Komen Maryland for my training to be a Volunteer!  I know you are wondering what training do you need to volunteer, but oh there is so much to learn.

(from the Komen Website)

"Komen Maryland relies heavily on many irreplaceable volunteers to carry out our mission in Maryland. Volunteers not only assist in planning and organizing the Race for the Cure®, but they also serve on various committees, plan educational events, and help our staff on special projects around our office. Through countless hours of tireless work and dedication, Komen Maryland’s volunteers are the ambassadors that carry the Komen Vision of “A World Without Breast Cancer” into our communities. "

As you can see there is a lot to be done and that means there is a lot to learn!
I also will be having "Ambassador" training.  As an Ambassador for Komen...

"Komen Ambassadors will help spread the message of the important work of Komen Maryland and how it is directly affecting their communities. Ambassadors represent Komen Maryland at a variety of community events by verbally presenting facts about Susan G. Komen for the Cure and the Maryland Affiliate. Publicly thank supporters and donors while explaining how their support is helping to end breast cancer and affect their local community. Maintain understanding of history, mission, and impact of Komen Maryland, and be able to explain to others."

so, yeah, there is a lot to learn and I am ready to learn it all! 

TRAINING TIP...

BOWLING FOR BOOBS!

Saturday, May 28, 2011

4:00pm - 7:00pm (bowling)

AMF Waldorf Lane

11920 Acton Lane

Waldorf, MD 

TICKETS:  $20 (includes shoes)

(must be purchased by Friday, May 20th!)

Join me for an afternoon of fun & bowling!

This is a fundraiser to help me raise money for the 3-Day!

I walk 60 miles, Sleep in Tents, Shower in Trucks & use PortaPotties for 3Days...

all to help raise awareness and funds so that we can one day

FIND A CURE FOR BREAST CANCER!