Thursday, September 30, 2010

I did it! I ran my first 5K!!!


I didn’t mention it last week to any of you because I wasn’t sure if it was going to be raining or not and, also I was a little nervous but I officially ran my first 5K this past weekend!!! It worked out perfect because the race was in our home town and my husband was able to do the event with me. The night before we received our packets and our shirts. Now when signing up for the race I thought we were just going to be getting regular t-shirts but we received really nice dry-fit running shirts. I had asked for an X-Large, but when looking through our goodies I realized I got a Women’s X- large and just by looking at it I knew what the results would be. Now the shirt did fit, but it was a little too snug for comfort to be running in. I didn’t want to be self conscious the hole dang run pulling down on my shirt. I don’t know why I let it bother me but it did. For a moment I felt discouraged, and starting letting my mind go wild with thoughts that I would be the fattest girl out there running, and the only one who can’t wear the shirt… I let this get to me till I made my stomach ache. Finally I said screw it, this is what it’s all about…. I have to learn to push those thoughts of doubt out of my mind and move forward.

So the next morning I woke up early so I could get a breakfast, bath and time to get my nerves out of my system. I kept feeling ridiculous because I was a combo of anxious and nerves. On one hand I was excited but on the other I didn’t know what to expect.


When we got there for the most part everyone was already lined up and ready to go. My husband moved us to the end of line to be polite so we didn’t cut in front of anyone, and then we were off….. well everyone was moving but were at the very end. Once we got on the road and everyone started getting set in their pace we started trying to pass all the walkers. I was a little frustrated at first because some people just would not let us through, so it made it a little difficult to pass them. It was about a mile and half in that we finally got passed all the walkers. I then started to focus on my stride and just enjoy it. It was a beautiful day out and I was getting the opportunity to accomplish so much at just one time. Here I was running my first 5K and getting over my fear of being red faced and sweaty in public! And you know what I loved it!


My husband was amazing through the whole thing. He could have left me but he stayed by my side. At one point we were in direct sun, and it made it really hard to see so he got just
ahead of me to block it and reached over and held my hand for just a brief second. He never said a word, but it was so comforting to know that I have that kind of support. We had a pretty easy layout to run, you know we live Texas pretty much everything is flat, and I know these roads…. I drive them every day, so I knew there were no surprises……but wow I forgot about this tiny little bridge. I mean it isn’t anything, but as we started to approach it in our third mile I started slowing up. My hubby went into coaching mode and told me I couldn’t stop till I reach the top of it. He kept saying to me not to slow down, just to keep going. Well once we got on it I kept going. Going down was the best part, not only was it easier, but I saw the finish line! Finishing at 40minutes and 17 seconds I felt so pumped, that I did it. No passing out, no cramps, no crying, I pushed myself to a new place and am now just excited to see what other first I can accomplish!!!

13 comments:

  1. *happy dance*

    I can FEEL the enthusiasm and pride - way to go girl!! AWESOME!!

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  2. Oh man, I love it! What an awesome picture of you both!! I ran my first 5k last year and it was one of the best feelings! I have since put up my running shoes, but I am glad I did it. :) Looks like you are enjoying the journey! Janelle

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  3. Awesome job! That's a really good time, too! Sounds like you have quite the husband to support you on this journey! So proud of you!!!

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  4. Your post made me cry. I am so proud of you! Your hubby sounds so wonderful! Thanks so much for the support.

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  5. Way to go you! That is soooo cool...I have a little tear in my eye hearing how supportive hubby was. The whole getting an official race pack sounds so 'real'. Awesome :)

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  6. Congratulations! I am so proud of you! What a fantastic feeling..and your hubby is so encouraging! Great job!

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  7. You are so awesome! You must be so proud that you accomplished something like that! Good for you!!! And I'm glad you didn't let the shirt bother you in the end. :) You kick butt girlie! -Natalia

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  8. Congrats! What a great accomplishment!

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