More importantly, though, McHale found that as a collegiate student-athlete, running had become both a competitive outlet, as well as an actual lifestyle. A hobby became a passion, teammates became best friends, coaches became mentors, and so forth.

He continues to engage his love of the sport today, as manager of Ballston’s Potomac River Running store. There, he has surrounded himself with the running culture and has been able to coach and offer advice to runners and walkers of all ability levels. Furthermore, he has enjoyed being part of the metro-area running community, particularly at the numerous local road races that serve as both racing platforms and charity fundraising events.

Currently, McHale is training for the Marine Corps Marathon, and plans on running multiple races between now and then. In addition to his Team Challenge duties, he also leads a group run from the Ballston Potomac River Running store every Monday night at 6:30 PM.

Aside from his running activities, McHale enjoys his down time with his lovely wife, Angie, and his beautiful daughter, Kaleigh. He is also a huge sports fan, and takes pleasure in reading the daily paper over a cup of delicious coffee.

Walk Coach: Megan Daly

 Megan Daly is an alumnus of The University of Florida with a Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering. An avid sportswoman, Megan has participated in various sports including soccer, basketball, track, and cross country. In addition to her team-sport background Megan has recovered from five (5) ACL reconstructive surgeries which requires her to constantly keep up on physical therapy in order to keep her muscles strong and prevent future injuries. In her spare time, Megan enjoys going to her local gym, running, golfing, walking, and is training to run the Army Ten-Miler in October. Megan is enthusiastic about her new role as a walking coach for Team Challenge and can’t wait to meet with walking participants.