Well, I did it. I ran my first 5k ever. I started running in August when I signed up for the Learn to Run clinic at The Running Room and today I was able to run in a race. It went pretty good and I was actually able to run the whole thing without stopping for a walking break. Two months ago I could hardly run to the stopsign at the corner and now I can run 5k without stopping - it's a good feeling to accomplish that.
I was excited that this was going to be our goal race and I of course didn't even have to think about who I was running for. Go Marisa Go!!!
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Congratulations Karen that is a great accomplishment!! I too could not run to the stop sign, heck I get tired running up the stairs!!
ReplyDeleteWay to go!!!!
GREAT JOB!!! I am with you on the stop sign thing...
ReplyDeleteGood for you!
GOOD FOR YOU!!!!!!!!! That would kill me!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Karen good for you!When is the 10k?
ReplyDeleteThanks for running for a cure...
ReplyDeleteWAY TO GO!!!
ReplyDeleteWay to go, Karen! And so glad that you're back...I missed you. Hope you'll give us a family update soon.
ReplyDeleteStill praying for Marissa.
Dear Karen: Way to go!! What a great reason to run and you did it. Let's continue to pray for a cure - especially for Marisa and so many other dear friends we know. I'm proud of you!
ReplyDeleteGO KAREN GO! :)
GO MARISA GO ! :)
momz
Fantastic job Karen! To think you have three kids and time to train for the 5K! WOW! Thanks for running for a great cause. Marissa is in our prayers.
ReplyDeleteThat is SUCH an accomplishment - good for you! Sometimes when there is that "reason" it just pushes you to do something more.
ReplyDeleteWay to go Karen... Congratulations
ReplyDeleteWay to go Karen! Such a worthy cause and extra special as we keep your friend Marisa in our prayers.
ReplyDeleteWay to go Karen!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fantastic accomplishment!!!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!
Marisa is in our thoughts and prayers.
Smiles! :o)
Nikki
Congratulations Karen!!! I used to run and started off with running just 2 light posts. I went from that and did the exact same race you did only it was in Barrie (4 years ago) That was my first 5k race. I got so addicted to it that I ended up running about 4 more 5k's and even trained for The Toronto Marathon (yes I have the metal to prove it) It was HARD, really HARD but I was running with my father's picture on my back the whole time and that's what got me through. I kept it up for another year or so and now, well.......
ReplyDeleteJust got FAT!!!!
Hope Marisa gets well real soon.
Deb
How do we really know it's you in that T-shirt. Shouldn't there be a face shot to prove you were really there? :) Good job on the 5 km. Just thinking about it makes me tired!
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Oh Karen you should feel so so proud of yourself. Well done you!!!! If I was home, I'd of been there cheering you on :)
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Awesome Karen! It's wonderful that you are so inspired by your friend. Like another comment, I am amazed how you found the time to train with three active children. I have my hands full keeping up with my two.
ReplyDeleteKathryn
You should be very proud of yourself Karen!
ReplyDeleteI'm waiting for pics of the "second" run I know you have them !
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