my first 5k

    So, after all of the training, today was my race. I knew that my husband who had trained with me would not be therer because of an impromptu meeting at work. What I didn't know was that my brother would come to run with me (what a little darling) and that my mom and friend would come to walk it in support of me. (their 1st 5k also)
    I fully expected to be last, and though many walkers finished before me, I didn't finish last. I had hoped for a time of less than 60 minutes and finished in under 50! (Awaiting the official results this afternoon.) The point is I finished! I jogged in intervals with my little brother at my side. I may have been a little fast er, but it was barely 40 degrees and I had trouble getting my breath.
    I am completely blown away by the accomplishment. Not even 8 months ago, my doctor assured me that if my weight was not addressed, I would not see my son grow up. I am now over 100 pounds lighter and just finished a 5k. I wouldn't have dreamed this possible a short time ago. I just want people to know that there is hope just beyond the hopelessness of obesity. You really must just dream it, then do it!

great job, your first 5K will always remain special.  keep up the good work!

 Congrats!!!  The first was is always the best one, great job!!!  So excited for you!!!

Like I said:  WAHOOOOOOO!!! 

So, details!  How was the course, were there a lot of people, did you see anyone you knew, what kind of goodies did they hand out, and what kind of edible goodies did they have afterward? :D

The course was fairly flat and in a state park, so beautiful. There was no one i knew other than my family. There were about 200 entrants, but only 100 runners. I finished about 60th. The run was the Harvest run for Hunger to benefit a local food bank, so I am pretty sure that they wanted us to know what it felt like, because they only had a few bananas and some water at the end. lol
I cried when I finished! My mom placed last, then went and walked another 2 mile charity walk this afternoon. I have a lot respect for that being this was her 1st 5k. She and my friend both said they were glad to have done it and would have NEVER done one without the motivation. That was awesome!

Way to go!!! This is something you will always remember. Keep it up and set a new goal.

Julie

Welcome aboard and congratulations!  First accomplishments are awesome.  Once you get the bug it's hard to quit.  Great job and good luck on your next endeavor.
Rob

Way to go! I am so proud and I hope you had fun!

Congrats!  May you finish MANY more!!!!

 I knew you could do it! Congratulations! (And as I said, you did it in less time than I did!)