Ran my first race.....

It was not an 'official' race, but a friend of mine sponsors a 6K fun run 2 times per year.  I was too 'chicken sh*t' in the spring to try it, but being that I am almost one year out from surgery, I decided to give the fall event a try.

I have been running for several months now, but really only on a treadmill.  I usually work out at 4:30 in the morning, so the thought of running outside at that time is a bit intimidating. 

Not only did I do it, but I was pretty happy with my time......6k (3.7 miles) in 37:58......just about 10 minute miles.  My main goal was to finish and to maintain the approximate pace I have been running in the gym, which I did. 

I also quickly realized that you use some different muscles running outside.....nothing major, but I have been a bit sore in the inner thighs from working out 'different' muscles.

I am running a 5k on Thanksgiving morning, so this was my warm up event.  I just need to try and get outside to run more often!

Thats awsome.  I am wanting to get back to running.  I love to read stories like this its a great inspiration.   Thank you for sharing your story. 

That's awesome,and a great PR!!  I hope you continue to enjoy running.

Are you looking to do longer races, half's and/or full marathons? 

:Danni

I can't imagine ever running 26.2 miles......but then again, who knows what a few years from now might bring!

Well- they make lots of great training programs like the Couch to 5k, 10k, 13.1 halfs....just sayin'...

;)

 Congrats.  Your time is great.

Great job! 10 minute mile is pretty darn good. I have decided to try some running this coming year. I want to get a few 5Ks and maybe 10K under my belt. I mostly just want to see if I can do it. A bariatric pal of mine who runs is organizing a Couch to 5K program for bariatric patients in late winter and early spring. I think it will be an excellent opportunity to give it a try. Thanks for sharing. It is always good to her these stories.  -- Tom

Congratulations! Great job on keeping up a really good pace. One of my goals is to get back to running; I'm shooting for the 2012 Peachtree Road Race here in Atlanta, our annual 10K on July 4 every year. After that, who knows--could be triathlons! Your achievement is amazing! Keep up the good work and let us know how you're doing.

Wow.  Congratulations!  Thanks for sharing this.  It helps to motivate people like me who need to get out more and do somethind so different from the way things were before.  Way to go!

-Danny

congrates and  great time.