Training
Don’t Forget to Train!
Get ready to hit the ground running on October 4th- your training matters! Whether you’re walking your first mile or your fiftieth, consistency is key:
“The only bad workout is the one that didn’t happen.”
View our training schedule here.
Key points:
* Walk 2-3 days during the week 20-40 minutes minimum.
* If training for the 2-Day Saturday and Sunday option, try to do 2 sessions back to back, as per the schedule.
* Don’t worry about speed on the longer walks, only distance.
* Join us for some or all of our provided training walks!
Adventure #2 is here! Join us March 15-24 as we stay active, motivated, and inspired for the 2021 Georgia 2-Day Walk for Breast Cancer! We’re once again using the MoveSpring app this year to train & stay connected as we get ready to “Do the 2.” In this app, you can connect your wearable device or smartphone to automatically track your activity, post training updates, and chat with friends! All registered 2021 2-Day participants (walkers and crew) are invited to participate via our MoveSpring platform. Click here for instructions on how to sign in to MoveSpring.
Stick To It Challenge: Daily Gratitude
An attitude of gratitude isn’t only good for your outlook- it can foster better relationships, help you sleep, and improve your overall mental health. We want to challenge you to list 3 things you are grateful for each day!
Contest: Everyone who completes at least 3 days of the Gratitude Challenge will be entered into a raffle to win a personalized gratitude journal!
Target Fitness Goal: Walk a 5K! You already know that the 2-Day Walk is a 30 mile event (20 miles on Saturday, 10 miles on Sunday). Figuring out how to train for something like this can feel intimidating, but don’t be nervous! We’re here to help. This Adventure, we’re challenging you to work your way up to walking a 5K- that’s around 3.1 miles. Take your time, listen to your body, make sure you have well-fitting shoes and moisture-wicking socks, and you can totally do this! Finding a great music playlist or interesting podcast are all easy ways to help keep you feeling engaged and motivated as you add mileage to your training walks!
Cochran Shoals Park, photo property of Atlantatrails.com.
Inspiration Location: Cochran Shoals Park
Tired of all your usual training spots? Then check out this Adventure’s Inspiration Location! Cochran Shoals Park is the perfect place to meet your Target Fitness Goal 5K distance challenge! The outer loop trail is a mostly level 5k training loop, tailor made for a challenge like this. The loop takes you along the scenic Chattahoochee River, so you can enjoy all the wildlife the river and its marshlands have to offer. As Atlantatrails.com says, “It’s one of Atlanta’s all-time most popular trails, and equally great for a Sunday stroll or running a few 5k training loops.”
For more information including driving directions, visit https://www.atlantatrails.com/hiking-trails/cochran-shoals-trails-along-the-chattahoochee/.
Address:
1956 Eugene Gunby Rd (Off Interstate N Pkwy)
Marietta, GA 30067
Adventure #3 is here! Join us April 12-21 as we stay active, motivated, and inspired for the 2021 Georgia 2-Day Walk for Breast Cancer! We’re once again using the MoveSpring app this year to train & stay connected as we get ready to “Do the 2.” In this app, you can connect your wearable device or smartphone to automatically track your activity, post training updates, and chat with friends!
All registered 2021 2-Day participants (walkers and crew) are invited to participate via our MoveSpring platform. Click here for instructions on how to sign in to MoveSpring.
Stick To It Challenge: Healthy Food Choices
We all know our bodies need fuel to be active, and making healthy food choices helps our bodies- especially those in recovery from or fighting breast cancer- be stronger and better able to do their jobs! We’re encouraging you to make one healthy food choice for each day throughout this 10-day Adventure! Share your healthy snacks, meal pics, or favorite healthy recipes in the chat!
Fitness Goal: Walk a 5K!
Did you know that It’s The Journey is hosting a 5K breast cancer run in Macon this May 9? Seriously- we are! Click here to learn more about the Georgia 5K Run for Breast Cancer, or to sign up to be an in-person or virtual participant! This Adventure, we’re challenging you to work your way up to walking a 5K- that’s around 3.1 miles. Take your time, listen to your body, make sure you have well-fitting shoes and moisture-wicking socks, and you can totally do this! Finding a great music playlist or interesting podcast are all easy ways to help keep you feeling engaged and motivated as you add mileage to your training walks!
Contest: Everyone who completes a 5K during the challenge period will be entered to win a free registration for the Georgia 5K Run For Breast Cancer! Winner gets a 5K t-shirt and can elect to participate in-person at the 5K in Macon or join the virtual event and complete their 5K at home. Good luck!
South Peachtree Creek Trail, photo property of Alltrails.com.
Inspiration Location: South Peachtree Creek Path Trail
Tired of all your usual training spots? Then check out this Adventure’s Inspiration Location! South Peachtree Creek Path Trail is a 2.2 mile boardwalk trail connecting Mason Mill Park and Medlock Park. The boardwalk takes you through peaceful suburban woodlands, and is perfect for all fitness levels. Want an additional challenge? Check out the new spurs going north to Spring Valley or peeling off to Emory University! Adding one or both of the spurs (about a mile long each) is an easy way to add some additional mileage to your walk (just walk out and back)!
Parking for the South Peachtree Creek Trail is available at Medlock Park on Scott Circle and Mason Mill Park on McConnell Drive. For more information, visit https://www.traillink.com/trail/south-peachtree-creek-trail/.
The Georgia 5K is back! The 2021 Georgia 5K Run for Breast Cancer takes place on Sunday, May 9 at The Shoppes at River Crossing, Macon!
The race begins at 8:00 am, and is a run/walk event. Registration is $50 and includes race packet, parking, and t-shirt. The event will be a certified Peachtree qualifier. All proceeds support breast health and breast cancer programs in Georgia. Sponsorship opportunities are available. For more information, email Ray Roberts at rroberts@2daywalk.org or call the office at 404.531.4111.
Click here to register!
Adventure #4 is here! Join us May 10-19 as we stay active, motivated, and inspired for the 2021 Georgia 2-Day Walk for Breast Cancer! We’re once again using the MoveSpring app this year to train & stay connected as we get ready to “Do the 2.” In this app, you can connect your wearable device or smartphone to automatically track your activity, post training updates, and chat with friends!
All registered 2021 2-Day participants (walkers and crew) are invited to participate via our MoveSpring platform. Click here for instructions on how to sign in to MoveSpring.
Stick To It Challenge: Enjoy the Great Outdoors!
It really is a lovely time of the year. Make a deal with yourself to spend a few minutes outside each day. Post photos or comments to tell us your favorite outdoor activity.
Fitness Goal: Walk 5 miles
As we get closer and closer to this year’s 2-Day Walk, you will want to build up your endurance. Find a nearby trail or route to do a 5 mile walk. Check out this Adventure’s Inspiration Location, or check previous Adventures to find a convenient trail near you. Remember that our route in October will have hills, so it’s a good idea to get used to them!
Image property of ExploreGeorgia.com
Inspiration Location: Miller Lake Trail
Tired of all your usual training spots? Then check out this Adventure’s Inspiration Location! According to Alltrails.com, “Miller Lake Trail is a 2.4 mile heavily trafficked loop trail located near Auburn, Georgia that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers a number of activity options. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.” Miller Lake Trail is in Dacula, Georgia at Little Mulberry Park. Check it out!
Little Mulberry Park
3900 Hog Mountain Road
Dacula, GA
Adventure #5 is here! Join us June 14-23 as we stay active, motivated, and inspired for the 2021 Georgia 2-Day Walk for Breast Cancer! We’re once again using the MoveSpring app this year to train & stay connected as we get ready to “Do the 2.” In this app, you can connect your wearable device or smartphone to automatically track your activity, post training updates, and chat with friends!
All registered 2021 2-Day participants (walkers and crew) are invited to participate via our MoveSpring platform. Click here for instructions on how to sign in to MoveSpring.
Stick To It Challenge & Contest: Daily Check-In
Let’s make the most of MoveSpring and start building our 2-Day community! Each day, try to post a comment, share a photo, or encourage another walker. Everyone who participates at least 5 days during this Adventure will be entered into our June contest. The winner, along with a guest, will be invited to join the ITJ staff on a tour of Good Samaritan Health Center to see your 2-Day dollars in action!
Target Fitness Goal: 5 Miles
This month we’ll work on hitting those distance goals! Our traditional June training walk distance is 5 miles, so we’re challenging you to take at least one 5 mile walk during this Adventure. Not quite up to 5 miles? Go for a 5K, or even 5,000 steps. Don’t forget to post a photo in the chat so we can all celebrate with you!
Inspiration Location: Pernoshal Park/Brook Run Park
Part of the Dunwoody Trailway, Pernoshal Park features a paved trail that connects to Brook Run Park and beyond. You can join ITJ at Pernoshal Park on Saturday, June 19 at 9:00 am for our first training walk of the year as we enjoy a couple of 1.8 mile loops around the park! Coming to the training walk? RSVP here.
Join us for our June Training Walk on Saturday, June 19th at 9:00 am! We will meet at the Pavillion at Pernoshal Park in Dunwoody for a couple of 1.8 mile loops around the park.
After the training walk, join us for lunch on the patio at The Mad Italian. They’re serving up great cheesesteaks AND raising money for the Georgia 2-Day Walk for Breast Cancer!
Training walks are open to everyone! You do not have to be a registered walker to attend, and ITJ staff will be available to answer questions for Rookies and potential new walkers.
Hope to see you there!
Pernoshal Park Pavilion
4575 N. Shallowford Rd.
Dunwoody, GA 30338
Adventure #6 is here! Join us July 12-21 as we stay active, motivated, and inspired for the 2021 Georgia 2-Day Walk for Breast Cancer! We’re once again using the MoveSpring app this year to train & stay connected as we get ready to “Do the 2.” In this app, you can connect your wearable device or smartphone to automatically track your activity, post training updates, and chat with friends!
All registered 2021 2-Day participants (walkers and crew) are invited to participate via our MoveSpring platform. Click here for instructions on how to sign in to MoveSpring.
Stick To It Challenge: Get In Sync!
Did you know we logged over 50,000 miles as a group in 2020? Start getting in the habit of syncing your devices with the MoveSpring app, and make sure all your miles count. Let’s see if we can hit 60,000 miles this year!
Target Fitness Goal: 5 or 10 Miles
This month we’ll work on hitting those distance goals! Our traditional July training walk distance is 5-10 miles, so we’re challenging you to work a 5 or 10 mile walk into this Adventure. Post a photo of yourself in MoveSpring, and you could be featured on the Georgia 2-Day Walk Facebook page!
Inspiration Location: Stone Mountain Park
There are several ways to get some miles in at the park:
1. Robert E. Lee Blvd, which circles the base of the mountain, is approximately 5 miles long.
2. The Walk-Up Trail is open daily from dawn to dusk, unless otherwise posted. Just follow the painted yellow line along the trail and enjoy the unique scenery and spectacular views along the way. Restrooms are located at the base of the trail. While on top, 1,686 feet above sea level, enjoy amazing views of downtown Atlanta, the North Georgia mountains and the surrounding area. On a haze-free day, you can see 60 miles from the mountain!
3. Choose one of the nature trails and explore the wooded areas.
Follow this link for maps of the park areas:
https://www.stonemountainpark.com/Maps
And don’t forget to join us at our July Training Walk in Stone Mountain on July 17 at 8:00 am! Click here to RSVP on Facebook. Don’t have Facebook? RSVP by emailing Ray at rroberts@2daywalk.org.
Join ITJ at Stone Mountain on July 17th at 8:00 am for our July Training Walk! We will once again be meeting and parking at the Stone Mountain Woman’s Club (thank you to their members for generously opening up their club to us), and will be walking the 5 mile paved path at the base of the mountain. Walkers may choose to walk one loop or two. Click here to RSVP on Facebook! Don’t have Facebook? RSVP by emailing Ray at rroberts@2daywalk.org.
Hope to see you there!
Stone Mountain Woman’s Club
5513 E Mountain St
Stone Mountain, GA 30083
2-Day Walk Adventures are back! Adventure #8 for 2021 starts on Monday, August 16 and ends on August 25. We’re once again using the MoveSpring app this year to train & stay connected as we get ready to “Do the 2.” In this app, you can connect your wearable device or smartphone to automatically track your activity, post training updates, and chat with friends!
All registered 2021 2-Day participants (walkers and crew) are invited to participate via our MoveSpring platform. Click here for instructions on how to sign in to MoveSpring.
Stick To It Challenge: Send us photos of your high mileage days using the chat feature!
Contest: Everyone who submits at least 3 photos or check-in posts will be entered to win a free 2021 registration for a friend. Participant can chose either a full 2-Day registration or a Sunday registration.
Target Fitness Goal: 10 miles
Picture property of Alltrails.com
Inspiration Location: Michelle Obama (South River Path) Trail
According to alltrails.com, “Michelle Obama (South River Path) Trail is a 6.5 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Conley, Georgia that features a river and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for walking, running, and road biking and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.”
UPDATE: Unfortunately, due to low walker RSVP’s, the August training walk in Newnan is cancelled. We are so thankful to CTCA for their offer to host us, and we hope to come back another time!
Join ITJ in Newnan on August 21 at 8:00 for our August Training Walk! Our partners at Cancer Treatment Centers of America have generously agreed to host us for this month’s training walk, and we will be parking and gathering at their campus. Mileage info TBA.
Save the date, and hope to see you there!
CTCA Atlanta Campus
600 Celebrate Life Pkwy
Newnan, GA 30265
