6 Months down, and i can run fast and inspire my family!

polar135

So i ran my Second 5K today. 6 months ago, I was 52 pounds heavier then i am now, had gout, and couldn't run a a block.

Today's 5K stats- (My best pace by 1 minute 9 seconds (ever), plus beat my overall time by 3 minutes and 35 seconds vs my first 5K.)



My first 5K stats from 8/27-



I am proud of what i have done in the last 6 months but i think the proudest moment was this morning when i told my almost 4 year old son i was going to run, he asked if he could go. I said yes and we took a walk.

I am proud because i'm setting the example for my family to live a healthy lifestyle. This to me is priceless and worth all of the hard work. I hope to teach both my kids what i wasn't taught. to be healthy for life and i am.

hedkell

That's a great time, congratulations!!

DaniellePF

You should be proud--congratulations!

sk2775

You should be so proud. That's totally awesome.

carlarikin

Awesome! I can't run even half a mile and you just motivated me!

MelissaGraham7

Totally awesome! Congratulations on how far you have come!

I ran my first 10K today in 76 minutes (not nearly as fast as you) and am proud to have done it! Life can be totally amazing!

polar135

Awesome! I can't run even half a mile and you just motivated me!

Start off slow. (i started walking/running 20 minutes at a time) and saying i will run to that stop sign. after 2 weeks i up'ed the time to 25, then 30, then 40, then 45.) and i would set longer running goals. Example, I will run this the block, the mile, and so on.

polar135

Totally awesome! Congratulations on how far you have come!

I ran my first 10K today in 76 minutes (not nearly as fast as you) and am proud to have done it! Life can be totally amazing!

Amazing time MelissaGraham7! I am training for a 10K as we speak. but i had pre-signed up for like 3 5K's that i have to finish before i move to the 10K.. My normal training runs are between 4.5 and 5.5 miles depending on my schedule so i will be able to do it shortly and i can't wait!

illianjay

you're a beast!! great job!!

i JUST started a few weeks ago and I can only run about 1/4 mile without stopping....i'm inspired by you! keep up the good work!

ddiestler

Thanks for the inspiration! I am running my first 5k on October 22nd.. 8 months ago I could barely move. I've lost 25 pounds prior to joining mfp. I am a work in progress, but, excited for my run.

My time is not the best and am still doing a combo of run/walk but am very much enjoying my running days.. Thanks again for the inspiration today:)

Dawn

kmcrey87

Great job!!!!

Papillon22

Congrats! that's great!

crzyone

Excellent job!! Well done!!! You SHOULD be proud...you deserve it. You motivate me to know that it can be done. Thanks for sharing.

AlmostMrsP

That's awesome!! Congrats.

And how great that you can see how your new lifestyle is directly benefiting your kids and changing their lives for the better. My fiance and I are eating better and working out now to get in our best shape for the wedding, but we know we want to keep it up after that so that our future kids will learn those habits and be raised with a healthy lifestyle. I was raised to eat healthy foods and exercise, but he wasn't, yet he's in far better shape then me. Sometimes life just ain't fair I'll catch up with him soon.

mcjabber

Congrats on setting a new personal record for yourself! But the bit about your son going with you is incredible, so EXTRA congrats about that!

ursy87

Lovely job, well done, thats a great time:happy:

Hoppymom

Your son has a great example. Wish I had been a better one for my kids. The youngest doesn't even remember me thin. But I am now losing. While I have not been exercising I have been increasing my overall movement around the house. I am having an easier time on the stairs and moving around in general. I have had health problems that have slowed me down . but this am I weighed and have lost ten percent of my goal. :happy: As I feel healthier everyday I know that my exercise will increase. I do notice that my slim daughter is very encouraging but my heavier daughter is turning her nose up at the foods I am eating and walks away if I am excited about weight loss. I am sure she feels bad but I am trying not to gloat or brag. My hope is that NOW I can be a good example and show her that if I can do it at 54 she can at 30. Congratulations to all who run. Wow you are awesome.

georgiaTRIs

Running has became a part of my life. I'm 66 and still running marathons. My son is my inspiration. He has completed 5 Ion Man's (including Hawaii) and did the Leadville 100 bike race. You are never to old to work out. I have lost 6pounds since I have joined My Pals and feeling better than ever!!!!!!!!! Love hearing other success stories. Keep up the good work!!!!

PlunderBunneh

This is a really inspiring post for me. I am hoping that by the time next spring rolls around, I'll be a happy runner, instead of a red-faced gasping for air after two minutes runner
Thanks for sharing, great job! It's so nice to hear that this sort of goal is attainable, and not just a dream.

georgiaTRIs

great pace!!!!!!! I'm not a fast runner but I just keep going. My nexy half marathon is in October. Last year I finished first in my age group -- hope to do again this year. Great job on your run. You get to feel that the day is not complete without at least a few miles.

polar135

Thanks all. Just got my official time from the 5K from yesterday. 28:24 (my time from last 5K was 31:55) Heck Yea! So excited. Bring on the next 5K. (i am going to sign up for a 10K in October.)