Dana's Grand Canyon Rim-To-Rim Hike
26 Miles. One Goal: A Cure for Ataxia.
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Hello, friends! 🌟 Welcome to my blog. I’m excited for you to join me on my journey of preparation and adventure as I gear up for the ultimate challenge: a 26-mile rim-to-rim hike in the majestic Grand Canyon! 🏞
This isn’t just any hike—it’s a test of endurance, strength, and determination, all for a noble cause: raising funds for Ataxia research. 🚶♂️💪
Here, you’ll find updates on my training progress, insights into the highs and lows, and a peek into the breathtaking beauty at the canyon on the day of the hike. From the North Rim to the South Rim, every step is a story, and I can’t wait to share it with you. 🌄
Countdown to the Grand Canyon Hike: October 18, 2025! ⏳
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We did it!! This extreme hike in the Grand Canyon was a difficult yet incredible experience! These 2 guys are my new best friends for life…….Joe and Seth. We made the journey out of the canyon together. I’m so proud of us but especially proud of them! They both have Ataxia and were my inspiration…
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This week I got myself back into the gym for some strength training and time on the StairMaster. It felt great to get back to ‘training’ after vacation. On Saturday, I completed my final long walk before the big hike in the Grand Canyon. With that milestone behind me, I’m officially winding down. But while…
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This week I had to get a little creative. I was on vacation which meant I had no access to a gym and no weight training. Despite that I still managed to walk a total of 12 miles for the week and I felt accomplished! I started each day with a peaceful 3 mile walk,…
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This week, I got all my weight training in. I mixed things up a bit and focused on the essentials: quads, hammies, core, and calves. Basically, everything I’ll need to survive those hills without having to be air flighted out half way through. I also hopped on the StairMaster for 15 minutes. It’s like climbing a mountain that…
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The countdown is ON, baby! Just six weeks until the hike, and I am beyond excited. This is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, and I’m staying laser-focused on my training and health — no injuries, no sniffles, no excuses! This Week’s Wins:I crushed all my workouts! One day I couldn’t make it to the gym, so I swapped machines…
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This week, I had a great experience at REI that turned into much more than a quick gear run. I ended up spending over an hour talking with two incredibly kind and knowledgeable gentlemen. One helped me find a backpack that actually fits—something I didn’t realize was so tricky! I mean it’s just a backpack…
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This week, I attended a meeting with the organizers of the Grand Canyon hike to get the latest scoop. The fires are currently only 60% contained, which—let’s be honest—makes planning this hike a bit challenging. Routes are opening and closing daily, so this hike is officially an adventure and a surprise. It’s nature’s version of…
Dana's Grand Canyon Rim-To-Rim Hike 