Let the practice walks begin.....

As part of team Hairspray and Hiking boots I have joined the challenge to complete 100kms in 48hrs to raise money and awareness for Oxfam.

With our walking schedule roughly planned we are hoping to cover as many of the checkpoints as we can to get our fitness into gear and suss out what the 100kms trek has instore for us. My first walk last Friday (Anzac day) was with Caroline and Debs in the Ku-ring-gai National Park from Apple Tree Bay to Ku-ring-gai Creative Arts High School. Total return trip was 15kms.

The view from the starting carpark was amazing, lots of gorgeous water and low cloud cover. The path went across the bridge and intot he national park which was so quiet. You could hear the waterfalls and the sounds of the river. Thanks to all the rain in the previous weeks some of the paths were damp and covered in leeches. Yes, leeches.. small ones, the smallest I have ever seen but they are still pretty determined to get into the girls sneakers/trainers. I was lucky that my trekking shoes had stronger material so they didn't manage to penetrate my shoes, socks or skin around my feet.

With a little detour due to direction mishap and leeches we managed the return walk in just over 4hrs. Was great to get out in the bush and give the body a workout. Averaging 4km an hour we did very well. Looking forward to the next walk.

I am excited to be in training again for a different event. Will need to increase my fitness levels by increasing my VO2max - looking forward to swimming, cycling and increasing my running levels to do this. Incorporated with some weight training to keep myself strong and fit.