Couch to 5 k

I am a self proclaimed non-runner.  I made my mind up a few years ago that running was not for me, and I found enjoyment doing other things. Then Randy started training for this first triathlon. Seeing his dedication really was inspiring. Also watching him finish his triathlon really lit a fire in me. 

If he can do it so can I!

So I decide to work on running. 

I heard about the couch to 5 K program from Randy's brother Mike, and I had to try it. 

I trained for 9 weeks slowly making my way from running 1 min and walking two minutes to running 35 min without walking. 

I am so impressed with the program and myself! I feel so empowered, and now I am running my first 5K in years!

My race is the Run With Santa 5K. 

Race day was full of nerves since I haven't raced in a long time and I had my own expectation to finish the race without walking. I was given my number and timing chip--I felt super cool at that moment!  There were a lot of racers dressed up in Christmas colors, as reindeer and elves. It was a fun environment and I was excited to get started. 

The horn went off and off I went going my slow and steady pace with a smile on my face. That smile lasted the whole race. I loved every minute of it. 

I finished in 34min 45seconds.

I also meet my goal of finishing without walking!!

I look forward to my next race!