Proud Moment: Val

For SURE my healthiest moment was the day I ran my first full marathon!! A
marathon is a big accomplishment for anyone, but I am especially proud of
myself because of how far I came. Growing up I absolutely loathed exercise
and running in particular - in gym class when we were asked to run a mile
for the President's Physical Fitness Challenge, I was never able to do it
without walking.

So, to me completing the marathon signified how far I have come in terms of
my own abilities and self-confidence. I now believe I can do anything I
put my mind to, and the marathon is proof!! I am now training for my third
marathon, and I also coach a Girls on the Run team which gets young girls
excited about running while also boosting their self-esteem. (It's an
awesome program!!)

- Marathon Val

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