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posted: 6/28/2008 at 8:16 PM |
This was the 5k I had in mind when I first started the C25K program back in April, and it felt good to kind of put a finishing touch on the program. A couple of weeks ago my sister decided she wanted to do it with me, and since she hasn't run in years, I didn't even worry about our time. I just wanted to take in the full experience - race day, time with my sister, that sort of thing.
What a blast! I had a great time running with my sister - she did really well. Her goal was to run the first 2 miles before we walked, and we got close. She needed a minute walk or so around 1.75 miles. I think we walked twice, or maybe three times, but still came in right at 36 minutes (she was 55th at 36:04 and I was 56th at 36:05 - of course, I let her win  ).
Best part was that I was able to talk her through it pretty much the entire time, which means that I could have gone a good bit faster. I really wasn't that tired at the end.
I don't know how I did as far as placement for age group and gender. I'll update that when I find out.
Can't wait to do another one. Keep up all the hard work, everybody. It is so worth it! |
2008 Goals:
Complete C25K | Complete One Hour Runner
Run a 5k - PR - 36:05 | Run a 10k
Run 15-20 MPW
Run a 5k in under 30:00 - non-race PR - 27:27
Weigh 187 lbs (Started at 207, now 190)
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posted: 6/28/2008 at 8:45 PM |
Running with someone is always great. Running with a non-runner is even better. My sister will not run but
she is on her 4th PEACHTREE 10K (1:35:00). The first year was great. Now I wait at finish line. Congrats to
you and your sister. |
Run until the trail runs out
2008 TARGET 150 MONTH
2009 TARGET 40/40 |
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posted: 6/28/2008 at 10:40 PM |
| Congrats on your first 5K! Sound as if you had a great time--and that is what it really is all about. And good job keeping your sister motivated. |
My Masters (>50) Race PR's:
5K - 20:17
10K - 42:36
HM - 1:31:22
Marathon - 3:20:48 |
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posted: 6/28/2008 at 10:55 PM |
| Congratulations!! Now you're hooked, huh? You're right, the hard work is definitely worth it. |
| Maine Coast HM, September 21 |
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posted: 6/28/2008 at 11:26 PM |
Good on you, I was in the same position as you about 18 months ago and the weight has flown off me. I was 196 pounds and now a svelt 175.
I promise you, the bug will definitely bite and if you can keep running with other people it will encourage you to continue as it becomes a social event.
5km is a "magic" number in running, make sure you hit the targets you have set but have a long term goal, say for the end of next year to run 10km....that is when you knnnooooww you have the bug. |
Jerry
When you're going through hell, keep going
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posted: 6/28/2008 at 11:33 PM |
Congratulations to you and your sister! It's wonderful to hear how much you enjoyed the race together. Being able to chat during the race is a good sign that you had some energy to spare, which is good to know for your next race.  |
~Michelle
Southeastern PA Group
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posted: 6/29/2008 at 6:36 PM |
| Congrats to you- just did the same thing C25k Saturday also . It works good. |
Goal:weight to healthy range to 155-160# (work in progress)
5K 27:14 June 28,2008- first race (3rd in age group)
5K NEW PR:25:30 - Aug 16, 2008
10K PR: ask me Labor Day, 2008 (First 10K race)
HM PR: just a fleeting thought right now
26.2 PR: maybe in 2 years? |
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