I RAN a 5K - official rime: 33:59
Several years ago I walked in the breast cancer 3-day event. I was so very proud of my ability to train and walk much of that event, even at 250 lbs.
I told my therapist at the time that I really hope it helps me reach a goal of mine, which is to run. I have a childhood trauma that left me with nightmares that I can't scream or run. I have learned that I CAN scream (oh man, you don't wanna hear it), but in my dreams and while awake, i really couldn't run.
Today, I ran. Ok, well, I've been running for 2 months now, training for this event. But today, I ran in a race, starting alongside my sister and my brother-in-law. We did not run together or finish together, but they were with me the whole way. I finished in 35 minutes, 5 minutes behind my sister and 4 minutes ahead of my brother-in-law. We were all very proud of eachother, but they made a point of telling me how far they knew I've come and were so proud of my run.
I feel like my mental health has been bettered even more than physical health sometimes. Today was a great day for my whole body.
I hope you all try to make your dreams come true, and try something new!!!!!
I told my therapist at the time that I really hope it helps me reach a goal of mine, which is to run. I have a childhood trauma that left me with nightmares that I can't scream or run. I have learned that I CAN scream (oh man, you don't wanna hear it), but in my dreams and while awake, i really couldn't run.
Today, I ran. Ok, well, I've been running for 2 months now, training for this event. But today, I ran in a race, starting alongside my sister and my brother-in-law. We did not run together or finish together, but they were with me the whole way. I finished in 35 minutes, 5 minutes behind my sister and 4 minutes ahead of my brother-in-law. We were all very proud of eachother, but they made a point of telling me how far they knew I've come and were so proud of my run.
I feel like my mental health has been bettered even more than physical health sometimes. Today was a great day for my whole body.
I hope you all try to make your dreams come true, and try something new!!!!!
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
Awesome Sue - i'm so Happy for you !! It is such a physical journey - so many visual changes - I think often we forget the emotional impact !! You should be proud on all accounts - Congratulations !!
Highest (that I know of) 285 Weight when I started the process 277
Night before surgery 263 Goal weight 160
Smile ! You'll make the world a happier place !Inspriational video "Strive for Perfection, Settle with Excellence !
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agreeing to take on the challenge takes on an amazing amount of courage, so I applaud you! I know that running outside more than on a treadmill helped me A LOT, cuz it's NOT the same.
Good luck and report back!!!
Best,
Sue
Good luck and report back!!!
Best,
Sue
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
Congrats!! On the time- on finishing- on how I know you felt when you hit the tape, so to speak. It really is quite an accomplishment.
My first 5K after surgery was a year ago September & I remember feeling like "oh, so THIS is what it feels like to triumph over your own body." Truly amazing.
Careful of the races though, they are very, very addictive once you get going.
Now I am a crazed maniac (or a "psycho" as my daughter calls me) going for a Boston Marathon qualifying time. You might not believe me, but its not that far from your first 5K to believing you can lay the smackdown on 26.2 miles.
I'm running the Tufts 10K on Monday in Boston, PM me if you're at all interested. Good luck in your next race!!
My first 5K after surgery was a year ago September & I remember feeling like "oh, so THIS is what it feels like to triumph over your own body." Truly amazing.
Careful of the races though, they are very, very addictive once you get going.
Now I am a crazed maniac (or a "psycho" as my daughter calls me) going for a Boston Marathon qualifying time. You might not believe me, but its not that far from your first 5K to believing you can lay the smackdown on 26.2 miles.
I'm running the Tufts 10K on Monday in Boston, PM me if you're at all interested. Good luck in your next race!!
"Another day. Another chance to feel healthy."
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