Literally made a milestone

Hi there WLS family, Today I went for a run with my buddy and we did something that I've never done in my life before. I'm in training for a 5k, which is a 3 mile run. I've "run" one before - at 400lbs. . .but really it was a walk/jog. I was very proud of how hard I had worked that time to train for it then, but needless to say training is going much better this time. Today my training buddy and I went on our run and we were able to run comfortably for 2 full miles! We were able to keep a conversation the entire time, and it felt incredible to be out there in the sunshine and able to work my body like that. I have never run that long continuously before in my entire life. At the end of 2 miles we sprinted for the last 30 feet and crossed the "finish line" (the pine tree where we started) with our arms in the air like we had just completed a marathon - which honestly. . .it felt like I did! Its days like today that make it all worth it. I wouldn't trade places with my pre-op life for a million dollars. It's worth the challenges, its worth the sacrifices, its worth everything. And its only going to keep getting better. I've got 2 more weeks to get an additional mile added into the run before the big event. I think I can do it. I'm wishing all the best, ~Lara

Lara, congrats on such a HUGE milestone!! My hat is off to you...if you see me running, call the police, because I am being chased....LOL Keep us posted on your progess...I can't wait to hear about how well you do during your race... RAE

I promise I'll keep you posted. Thanks for the love and for the giggle! Hugs, ~Lara

Lara, That is fabulous! You should be so proud of yourself! You are truly an inspiration. I know you will run the 3 miles with ease. Soon you will be running marathons. YOU CAN DO IT! Dawn

Thanks Dawn!!! I'm hoping that this fall I'll run a half marathon and that next spring I'll be running my first marathon. THANK YOU for the encouragement!! ~Lara

Congratulations, that is fantastic, I need to find a place that is a mile and see how far I can run and start running. It sounds wonderful and enjoyed it when I was young and thing. Have a wonderful time. Dianne 340/170/150 or less

Thank you Dianne!!! I am absolutely loving it. Hugs for you, ~Lara

YEAH LARA!!!! I still cannot fathom running ... especially 2 miles! I walk on the treadmill, but have never tried running - maybe I should try it once I get clearance for exercise again??!!?? You have accomplished SO much & I am SO proud of you!!! Sue 318/172/170

Thanks Sue, It all starts with the walking. Once you've got that jogging and running is not far behind - leading to taking flight Hugs, ~Lara

Hi sweetie! I can totally relate to this post! Actually did the sprint to the finish on my last training run. I was all alone, but I could hear the roar of the crowd in my head! ha!!! I think when I talk to people about my running they think I'm boasting, but honestly...I'm in total shock...couldn't have done it this time last year! Loving it, Rachel