As everyone knows.......we survived our first race!!! WOOHOOO!! And much to our surprise.....Amber & I both got awards. I got 2nd in my age group and Amber 4th in her age group. I'm guessing there were only 3 people in my age group.....but I'll take it! :-)
Amber rolled her ankle 2 days before the race.....so that is causing her some pain. I keep telling her.....don't over do it. She's fought this battle before with her ankle and she says it will heal...just needs some time. So I was pretty proud of her for battling through the race with ankle pain. She has to take care of it so she can run the 5K in 3 weeks.
I was happy with my time. 12.44. That was faster than I had "practiced" so I was pleased. I did find the race atmosphere motivating. I....and I know I speak for Amber too....prefer to start at the back of the pack. I guess at this point I'm concentrating on my form, my breathing, etc and if someone is talking the whole time .....it can be quite distracting. I'm guessing this will change as I get more confident in my running....but we'll see.
Seeing the finish line and having people cheer you on is quite motivating. Rob was at the finish line when we got there. I wasn't so sure I wanted him there at first.....I kept thinking....what if I can't finish? But I did find that having the support there at the Finish Line is pretty cool.
3 weeks from tomorrow is our 5K.
We were up bright and early this morning and ran. Tomorrow is our group class. This really is becoming routine.....and I love it!!
Happy Running! Oh and Great Job Roger and Tammy for the 10K! You two are a great inspiration for me!!!! And thank you for your support as well!
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