Today I did something that I never thought I would do, but I have always wanted to.
I ran a 5K.
No, I did not run the entire duration. But it is something I have been working up to for the past six weeks. I know I made some mistakes, but the point, plain and simple, is that I finished. I don't care what my time was or how many people passed me (although I had a hard time fighting that while I was running).
I finished. And next time I will do even better.
I realized that even though I had practiced and trained, I still didn't take different things into account.
1. Terrain. Most of my running is done on a treadmill, but I have tried to get outside and run because I knew it was going to be more difficult because of the pavement. But I forgot to account for small hills. I always forget to set the incline higher when I train and I always run on flat ground. This I will remember the next time.
2. The sun. Well this seems just plain silly. The race started at 8:15am so you would think it wouldn't be that hot.....but there were some areas where I could get no shade. And I was wearing a 3/4 length T-shirt and pants. Probably not my best move, but I am really not comfortable running in shorts. But perhaps I could get lighter pants and wear a short sleeved top.
3. I think I am slightly sick. This isn't an excuse, but the Sabrina didn't feel well the past three days and Sammy started showing big signs of it last night. I chalked it up to nerves, but perhaps I wasn't at my best pace.
4. Despite all warnings, I started out too fast and got too excited, hence, got winded too quickly and had to slow down. I will try really, really hard to remedy this for next time.
But you know what? I don't care. I am not going to beat myself up about something that I set out to do and FINISHED. I will simply train harder and better and kick my time in the butt next time.
I am setting a personal goal to do another 5K at the end of July or beginning of August.
And I know I will do even better!
Sabrina and I before the race.
Sammy and I before the race.
Finishing up!
A huge thanks to my family that came and supported me. And to my wonderful hubby, who has supported me always! I love you sweetie!
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6 comments:
Way to go girl!!! I'm in for the next one, I promise :)
Yay! Congratulations! I hate running in shorts as well, because I have yet to find a pair that won't ride up. I did find these awesome running skirts though, and they are flattering: www.skirtsports.com. I got the two-pocket "GymGirl" because it has shorts underneath, and it prevented chaffing :) Also has room for an ipod in the pockets, so that's a bonus. They are really light, but provide coverage for my butt/thighs :)
Anyway, that's awesome that you completed the race... be careful, they are addicting!! ;)
Congratulations!!
Look at you - beautiful & athletic. Wonderful job
Way to go girl! Job well done!
Can I also say, you are so photogenic! Those are gorgeous photos with the kids!
(Jennifer Muckenfuss)
Thanks everyone! I appreciate the encouragement! :)
you are awesome!!!! keep it up, i am defiantly not a good runner. Glad you are keeping up the good work and have a great outlook. You are a great role model for you little ones :)
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