RunningAHEAD - Topic: Fraser Counseling Center 5K RR

Robert31320

Team TJ

posted: 4/27/2013 at 3:57 PM

This morning I ran the Fraser Counseling Center 5K. This race benefits Helen's Haven, a local safe house for abused children.

I didn't have high hopes for a great time since I have been fighting a sore shin for a few days. To try to combat the sore leg, I bought new shoes Tuesday night. I've heard many times, never run a race in brand new shoes. Well, they weren't new since I ran in them once already.

I started the race very near the front for the first time and I'll say that makes a huge difference in race traffic. My first mile was a pain free 9 minutes. At the turn around I looked at my watch and saw 14:06....happy! The run back to the finish was downhill, well as downhill as it gets in coastal Georgia. When I made the turn into the parking area at the YMCA I could see 27 Tight lipped x on the clock! I crossed the finish line at 27:54, a huge new PR for me!! My previous PR was 29:19. How do you PR a race by 1:25 with a sore shin? Who cares how, I did it! Really, don't doubt your ability and you can accomplish more than you will ever imagine!

Here's a shot of TJ waiting for me to finish.

Almost there...

Hitting the finish line with a big new PR

Me and my two best supporters!

2nd Place in the 45-54 AG! Bib #2 must have been good luck!

Thanks for taking time to read my RR.

Running for TJ because he can't.

AprilRunner

YAYpril - B-Plus

posted: 4/27/2013 at 4:03 PM

Congrats on your huge PR and AG award! That's so great!

Lurch

You Rang?

posted: 4/27/2013 at 4:12 PM

Congratulations on your AG award and your shiny new PR! I also love your bib number... #2!

RIck

Rick

PR: 5k 25:01 (10/15) 10k: 57:44 (7/14) HM: 1:57 (5/15) FM: 4:55 (1/15)

Just B.S.

posted: 4/27/2013 at 4:17 PM

Congrats Robert! Your hard work is paying off!

Congrats on the award and love the pic of you in front of the sign.

Sparker1606

posted: 4/27/2013 at 4:33 PM

Great job Robert! Looks like I was a beautiful day!

First Race

Hot Chocolate 5K Chicago November 4, 2012 30:17

Second Race

Penguin in the Park 5K Decatur Illinois March 23,2013 27:08

Scott

PsychRunning

posted: 4/27/2013 at 4:56 PM

Nice job. Plenty more PRs to come.

Docket_Rocket

posted: 4/27/2013 at 5:07 PM

Congrats on the PR and the AG award. TJ must be very proud.

Damaris

As part of the 2024 London Marathon, I am fundraising for VICTA, a charity that helps blind and visually impaired children. My mentor while in law school, Jim K (a blind attorney), has been a huge inspiration and an example of courage and perseverance. Please consider donating.

Fundraising Page

Dtothe2nd

Mmmmm...beer

posted: 4/27/2013 at 5:09 PM

Great job on the PR and AG award!! Big grin

-Dave

My running blog

Goals | sub-18 5k | sub-3 marathon 2:56:46!!

happylily

posted: 4/27/2013 at 5:21 PM

Woohoo! That's fantastic! Congratulations on the big PR and AG award! Great job, Robert, I'm so happy for you. Smile I'm sure the love and support from your two awesome fans helped you a lot. Thanks, for sharing with us those great pictures! Smile