ran my first 5k
I came in last. I was so far last, that they had to hold up the awards ceremony to wait for me to come in. I was really embarrassed. My time was 50:45.
I'm proud of myself because I know that 8 months ago, I couldn't walk around the block; but none of those people know my story and they just think I'm super slow.
So anyway, I'm poud
and embarrassed
, but the first one is behind me and i'm going to continue to work on my time!
I'm proud of myself because I know that 8 months ago, I couldn't walk around the block; but none of those people know my story and they just think I'm super slow.
So anyway, I'm poud
and embarrassed, but the first one is behind me and i'm going to continue to work on my time! Kristen 
Put on your Big Girl Panties and DEAL with it!! 
Put on your Big Girl Panties and DEAL with it!! 
I did my first 5k last weekend and I was last of 203 runners. I even got a medal!
My time was 53:30. So you even beat me!
If you want to see the pictures, click the blog link in my signature. It will make you feel better, I promise.
You did an extraordinary thing, and it doesn't matter what anyone else thinks. YOU know what an amazing accomplishment this is. YOU know what it felt like to have your body do something you never dreamed was possible.
You should be very proud of yourself, and it doesn't have to be diminished by embarassment. Your first race will always be an extremely important milestone, especially given how far you've come. Cherish the memory of crossing that finish line. It is a joy you have worked hard to earn!
Congratulations...
My time was 53:30. So you even beat me!
If you want to see the pictures, click the blog link in my signature. It will make you feel better, I promise.
You did an extraordinary thing, and it doesn't matter what anyone else thinks. YOU know what an amazing accomplishment this is. YOU know what it felt like to have your body do something you never dreamed was possible.
You should be very proud of yourself, and it doesn't have to be diminished by embarassment. Your first race will always be an extremely important milestone, especially given how far you've come. Cherish the memory of crossing that finish line. It is a joy you have worked hard to earn!
Congratulations...
Think of all those folks who don't even want to walk to mailbox (or can't!). You did a great thing for yourself, and those people that waited for you to finish...they showed you the respect you deserve! Congrats! Well done!
Read my blog, BARIATHLETE I run because I can.
First 5K race October 4, 2009 (34.59) PR 5/22/11 (27:26)
First 5 Mile: January 1, 2011 (50:30)
First 10K: July 4, 2010 (1:03.26) New PR 4/10/11 (1:01.14)
First 10 Mile: April 11, 2010 (1:46.15)
First 1/2 marathon: June 13, 2010 (2:22.21) PR: 5/1/11 (2:17.30)
First Marathon: October 16, 2011: 5:47:20
Goofy Challenge: January 7-8, 2012
If you think you can, you can. If you think you can't, you're right. - Mary Kay Ash
First 5K race October 4, 2009 (34.59) PR 5/22/11 (27:26)
First 5 Mile: January 1, 2011 (50:30)
First 10K: July 4, 2010 (1:03.26) New PR 4/10/11 (1:01.14)
First 10 Mile: April 11, 2010 (1:46.15)
First 1/2 marathon: June 13, 2010 (2:22.21) PR: 5/1/11 (2:17.30)
First Marathon: October 16, 2011: 5:47:20
Goofy Challenge: January 7-8, 2012
If you think you can, you can. If you think you can't, you're right. - Mary Kay Ash
The key is that you finished, don't look at it that you finished last but rather you set a personal best. Now you have a time to strive for next time. The fact that you started means you did better than most people.
Congrats!
Congrats!
Paul C.
First 5K 9/27/20 46:32 - 11 weeks post op (PR 28:55 8/15/11)
First 10K 7/04/2011 1:03 First 15K 9/18/2011 1:37
First Half Marathon 10/02/2011 2:27:44 (PR 2:24:35)
First Half Ironman 9/30/12 7:32:04
First 5K 9/27/20 46:32 - 11 weeks post op (PR 28:55 8/15/11)
First 10K 7/04/2011 1:03 First 15K 9/18/2011 1:37
First Half Marathon 10/02/2011 2:27:44 (PR 2:24:35)
First Half Ironman 9/30/12 7:32:04
You know I am so profoundly proud of you. It was awesome to see you cross that finish line and to see the pride on your mother's face.
You find that you have peace of mind and can enjoy yourself, get more sleep, and rest when you know that it was 100% effort that you gave --win or lose.
-Gordie Howe
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