My First Official 5K!!! I DID IT!!!!

WOW, check out the trend!  There are tons of 5K'ers here.  Isn't that awesome?  I am proud to say, that I joined the ranks.  On Saturday, I ran in my very first 5K.  For this former 350 pound woman, who has NEVER, EVER been able to run, this was soooooooooooooooooooooo humbling.  I got choked up as I crossed the finish line.  This was the last of my pre-weight loss surgery goals!!   I am hoping to train to run a 10K by fall.  But, with this Arkansas heat - who KNOWS!!   Anyway, there is a picture on my profile if you'd like to see it.  It's just after the race :)   Thanks for letting me share~

That is WONDERFUL Becky!  I love to hear about first 5k's.  It's such a big deal to do your first race, and a very memorable experience.  Thank you for sharing this personal accomplishment with us!    Linn

Becky, Congratulations on a great achievement! Don't let the heat stop you from training! Mary

Congrats on your first 5K. If I wasnt a guy, I would say that I had some emotions come out upon finishing my first triathlon, whi*****luded a 5k, but I'm a guy so we dont get emotional.. wink wink

Hi there Becky!!!  Great job!  You did really good and your time was great!  You sure are pretty and have a great smile too ... and I love your hair!  But that is beside the point ... you did great and you will do your first 10K before ya know it! --Deanna  :)

Congrats Becky.  I had the same feeling when I finished my first (of two) Breast Cancer 3-Days.  I am going to attempt my first 5K in seven weeks. Have fun with your future runs! Take care, J

Way to go B.  It feels awerome, huh.  That 10K will be no problem so go get em.

From one Becky to another, and from one former 300lb plus person to another, and from one runner to another...congratulations!!!  I was also quite emotional my first 5K in the fall.  I've since done 4 more and I still can't believe it's me!  I'll be doing a 10K on 6/14 - REALLY can't believe that one!  Keep it up!  Becky

Awesome, increadible, fantastic. Congrats on completing the run and being able to cross that off your list of goals. Scott

Great job, Becky!  Weigh to go.  Kim