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Amazing 9/11 5K

baycat107
baycat107 Posts: 165 Member
edited October 2024 in Fitness and Exercise
Wow, I did a 9/11 Heros 5K at Ellington Air Force base, and it was amazing. IT benefitted the Travis Manion Foundation. Every branch of the armed forces were there, along with Houston Police & Fire Departments, along with state troopers, constables, just every one who protects & serves. I ran behind the Marine Corp. It was absolutely the perfect way to remember those we lost on 9/11, and for me to get back in the running scene. Something inside me changed today. I haven't run a 5k in 20 years. I ran a 31:51, the worst time of my life, but I feel so confident. I know I can lose the other 30 pounds!

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  • k121777
    k121777 Posts: 306
    Got the goose bumps when I read your post. Congrats on running the 5k and keep on running! I find that it's probably one of the most effective ways to drop lbs. Lisa from California
  • That's a great tribute and a great time! I'm hoping to get mine around that low!
  • wow that's amazing, great cause too. Well done.
  • AmyW125
    AmyW125 Posts: 303 Member
    I ran a 5k today too...only my 2nd one ever.I came in at 3.18. My first one was 36.28...Your time was great and will only get better.I can't wait till I can run faster!!! Today was a great day to run. Congrats.
  • baycat107
    baycat107 Posts: 165 Member
    Thanx, and congrats to you! That's awesome.
  • garlic7girl
    garlic7girl Posts: 2,236 Member
    Wow!!!!!!!!! Fabulous! I wish we had one in our area! A great way to support others and see how this event affected others.
  • Congrats on a great 5k & a great running time! My first is in just over a month & I am looking forward to it!
  • baycat107
    baycat107 Posts: 165 Member
    Thanks! Be sure to let us know how your 5K goes. :)
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