Come Run with CASA

It's that time of year again... CASA's annual Tech THETA "Speak Up For Kids" CASA 5k is approaching. This is a wonderful and fun event which raises money so that we can train new volunteers and help more kids.

Here at the CASA office, things are rolling right along as far as planning is concerned. The location and date have been set, now all we need is YOU! That's right, YOU! Whether you are a serious runner, casual walker or a couch potato, we're inviting you to come out and join us for this great cause. With your help, we will truly be able to make a difference in abused children's lives and help get them the safe home they deserve!

For all of you couch potatoes out there (such as myself), there is still plenty of time get ready for the 5k, 7 weeks and 2 days to be exact. So to help you out, CASA has found a 7-week training schedule. We will be posting a week-by-week version on our blog, but if you prefer to see the schedule in it's entirety, click here. With this schedule, you will be race ready in no time!

So take a breather while you can, because if you are using our training schedule MONDAY is your first day!
Here is what you should be doing for the week of Monday, Feb. 22-Sunday, Feb. 28:

Monday, Feb. 22: run/walk for 30 minutes
Tuesday, Feb. 23: walk 30 minutes
Wednesday, Feb 24: run/walk for 30 minutes
Thursday, Feb 25: walk 30 minutes
Friday, Feb 26: rest
Saturday, Feb 27: walk/run 3 miles (or as far as you are able)
Sunday, Feb 28: rest or walk for 30 minutes

Walkers, on walk/run days, walk only. Runners, run for 15 seconds, walk for 45 seconds.

I am not an avid runner, so just to prove to you that we're all in this together, I plan on training with you! I mean, why not? It's good for my health (mental and physical), my dog will absolutely love it and I'll be helping out a great cause at the 5k. Oh, and I'm sure I will have some good stories about my adventures in training to share with you, so be sure to regularly check our blog for updates and to share your training stories with us!

See you out there!