Thanksgiving morning 2012, Kelly and I ran our first 5K!
When we first began running in August, I could barely do 1 minute of running without feeling like I was going to die. We have come such a long way since then.
It was a cold morning, but not unbearable. We waited in the lobby until it was time to get started.
Of course, we had to wear our turkey hats!
Carson came to support. He decided that next year, he might walk it.
One of my goals was to run the entire 5K without walking.... And I did it.
I also wanted to run it in under 40 minutes.... My official time was 35:36....I completed the run in 35 minutes and 36 seconds! Kelly's time was 32:49! I was so very happy and proud of us.
Being physically fit, has not been a big part of my life. And the older I get, the harder it is to stay "healthy" without making fitness a part of my life. So, I'm hoping to continue with running for as long as I possibly can. I love how I feel after a run, and I'm amazed at how if I push through the pain, it becomes bearable to endure.
Celebration kiss!
The group after our run. (Ready to eat breakfast!)
Now, we are training for a 10K! I can't wait!
