Well I ran my first and probably last 5K this morning. Very unprepared (I signed up this morning and only decided to do it yesterday). I haven't walked 3 miles in a long time, much less tried to RUN it. My ability surprised me, it was my knees that gave out. That might have had something to do with the fact I didn't have running shoes on, I NEVER EVER EVER run at all for anything, and I am sure my running posture is horrific, since I was exhausted and just trying to finish. I am a sprinter though and so the last 200 yards or so was fun because I nailed it and passed 3 people...I haven't done that in a long time either though...I might hate life tomorrow but I am pretty proud of myself today. :)
Have a great day.
**Updated to add: I ran it in 31 minutes...about 6 1/2 minute laps...I ran the first 3K and then jogged/walked till close to the end then sprinted the last 200 yards. I was 98th finish total (not sure how many total runners) and 37th female. The first man finished 17 minutes. The first woman 24 minutes.
Good Job Courtney- - that is a good time!
ReplyDeleteWe saw in the paper that Kara finshed 2nd place- - wow!! I knew she liked to run, but didn't realize she was so fast!
Too fun!!! I'm glad you had that experience. I agree w/ Marci...that is an amazing time! Especially considering that you haven't been training! So are you sore today?
ReplyDeleteI have been practicing for months and still cannot run that time. Way to go and don't stop. You will feel better next week! :) I just started running this year and I am addicted to races because it keeps me motivated in between so I just keep signing up for them. Way to go!
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