6.19.2012

The 5K

I feel a little behind the times.

I just ran my first 5K at 34 years old. I don't feel that old.  But, I don't really feel any younger.  It is such a strange place to be at.

The run was fine.  I was super nervous and pretty much wanted to throw up.  It is a strange feeling to be starting with 300 some other people all crowded together.  I certainly wasn't in a hurry to get going but I couldn't help but think - "I can certainly run this faster than him/her."  I doubt I will be thinking that for one minute at the half-marathon.  This race had many families (entry age minimum was 6) and racers of all ages.  I felt pretty comfortable.  And super nervous.

I tried to pace myself and actually did a pretty good job but I was just so anxious.  I wanted to be going faster but I didn't want to make myself sick.  I know how much harder it is if I push past my limits and I would end up being slower really.

I'm happy with my finish time but I realize that I'm just beginning.  I only ran 3.1 miles, I still have 10 more miles to add on in the next few months!

Back on the road today - I start running 4 days a week now.  I'm hoping for cool early mornings!

3 comments:

C.G. Koens said...

Awesome!! I can't imagine running a 5K, so my hats off to you for that, let alone training for a half-marathon! You'll do great though, I'm sure. Keep up the good work!

Molly Page said...

Ya... it's the fact that the mornings have been warm! That's why I haven't been running. ;)

You are an inspiration!

Angie Butcher said...

You can join me anytime. ;) Thanks Molly!