The Team In Training® (TNT) walk program is open to participants with any and all levels of walking experience and fitness level - from absolute beginners to experienced racers.

Training

TNT walk coaches have designed three- to five-month training programs that prepare participants for the target marathons. Participants will train and work directly with the coaches at weekly training sessions. (Coaches are also available throughout the week to answer training- and fitness-related questions.) There will be one coached workout on Saturdays. Additionally, there will be "buddy walks" on the non-coached workout days led by assistant coaches, captains or mentors.

The training program is designed and implemented by professional walking coaches. It consists of daily workout schedules, team workouts on Saturdays, clinics on nutrition, proper shoe and clothing selection, injury prevention, and more. The program is designed to take walkers from a beginning base of three to four miles and build gradually to 20 miles (for a full marathon) or 12-13 miles (for a half marathon) over the course of the program, tapering two weeks prior to the event weekend.

Daily workout schedules are provided so participants know how much ground to cover each day. The training program is designed with the busy person in mind. Most weekday workouts are an hour or less, with longer workouts reserved for the weekend. A typical weekly schedule for our walk program includes:

• Four days of walking an hour to an hour-and-a-half on your own time or with a 'buddy' group(focus is on variable pacing and also includes flexibility exercises and stretching)
• Longer, coached team endurance trainings on weekends 
• Two rest days

Coaches

The TNT walk programs offers a qualified and dedicated group of walk trainers. Our coaches were selected for their experience, professionalism, knowledge and enthusiasm, as well as their devotion to the cause. All have extensive coaching experience and have proven themselves in numerous athletic endeavors.

Mentors

The mentor will serve as a resource and peer advisor, encouraging team members throughout the training and fundraising season.

Honorees

TNT members train and raise funds in honor of a local resident who has been affected by a blood cancer. Your honoree becomes your inspiration as you work toward goals that will better both of your lives. We provide each walk participant with a wristband to wear with the team honoree' s name.

Location

Walk teams are divided into regional teams.  The Washington/Alaska Chapter of Team In Training® forms teams in Seattle, Tacoma, Bellingham, Spokane, and Anchorage, depending on the season.

Fill out our online Tell Me More form to learn more or to register for a free information meeting. You may also contact the chapter office at (888) 345-4572 or (206) 628-0777.