Completed my first 5K!

Sharon_73

On Sunday I did my first 5K race called the Cancer Chase. (I am a cervical cancer survivor). My goal was to run it in under 40 minutes and I came in at 35:35! While I may not be ready for the Boston Marathon, I felt a huge sense of accomplishment! I have already signed up for another 5K on November 18th and December 31st!

Anyone who crosses the finish line is a winner in my books!

roro1925

That's amazing!! Congratulations on doing it and an extra one for being healthy!!!
I actually just did my first 5k yesterday as well. I walked it though, and finished at 49min. But I'm hooked and I've also signed up for 5 more before the end of the year. My goal is to run the whole 5k on Dec 15th which is 4 days before my 30th bday lol

vtmoon

Great run, way to shave 4+ minutes from your goal

Sharon_73

Fantastic job! 5 more is impressive and I think your "birthday" goal is awesome!My next run is on my 39th birthday!

That's amazing!! Congratulations on doing it and an extra one for being healthy!!!
I actually just did my first 5k yesterday as well. I walked it though, and finished at 49min. But I'm hooked and I've also signed up for 5 more before the end of the year. My goal is to run the whole 5k on Dec 15th which is 4 days before my 30th bday lol

dixiech1ck

CONGRAT-U-FREAKIN-LATIONS!!!!! THAT'S AMAZEBALLS!!!! Well done to you and being a survivor to boot, what an amazing accomplishment for you. I know exactly how it feels to get that first race under your belt... and then 2 MORE!?!?! You are on a roll my friend. Just wait, they get addictive. 5K turns into 10K which turns into 15K then a 10 miler and then a half-marathon. Speaking from experience, I totally get it!!

Keep it up!! Runners are awesome people.

Sharon_73

Thank you so much!!! My ultimate goal is to get to the Half Marathon mark. Nothing is standing in my way now! 5K might not seem like much to some people but it is a huge accomplishment in my eyes!

CONGRAT-U-FREAKIN-LATIONS!!!!! THAT'S AMAZEBALLS!!!! Well done to you and being a survivor to boot, what an amazing accomplishment for you. I know exactly how it feels to get that first race under your belt... and then 2 MORE!?!?! You are on a roll my friend. Just wait, they get addictive. 5K turns into 10K which turns into 15K then a 10 miler and then a half-marathon. Speaking from experience, I totally get it!!

Keep it up!! Runners are awesome people.

roro1925

Yesssss I completely agree that they're addicting. Im hoping to do a half marathon in either March or May lol. And who knows, maybe I'll be in the NYC Marathon next year too lol!!!
And a 5k is a HUGE deal!! Great work and keep at it you can do anything!!!

Thank you so much!!! My ultimate goal is to get to the Half Marathon mark. Nothing is standing in my way now! 5K might not seem like much to some people but it is a huge accomplishment in my eyes!

CONGRAT-U-FREAKIN-LATIONS!!!!! THAT'S AMAZEBALLS!!!! Well done to you and being a survivor to boot, what an amazing accomplishment for you. I know exactly how it feels to get that first race under your belt... and then 2 MORE!?!?! You are on a roll my friend. Just wait, they get addictive. 5K turns into 10K which turns into 15K then a 10 miler and then a half-marathon. Speaking from experience, I totally get it!!

Keep it up!! Runners are awesome people.

Trostlegirl

That is awesome! Congrats! Isn't that just an amazing feeling?! Everyone that shows up on race day is so inspirational and so supportive usually! Jealous of your time!

AngelaJordan712

That's amazing!! Congratulations on doing it and an extra one for being healthy!!!
I actually just did my first 5k yesterday as well. I walked it though, and finished at 49min. But I'm hooked and I've also signed up for 5 more before the end of the year. My goal is to run the whole 5k on Dec 15th which is 4 days before my 30th bday lol

I walked my first one too 44:28...I havent signed up for anymore yet!

Sharon_73

That's amazing!! Congratulations on doing it and an extra one for being healthy!!!
I actually just did my first 5k yesterday as well. I walked it though, and finished at 49min. But I'm hooked and I've also signed up for 5 more before the end of the year. My goal is to run the whole 5k on Dec 15th which is 4 days before my 30th bday lol

I walked my first one too 44:28...I havent signed up for anymore yet!

Way to go! That is awesome!Go sign up for another! You know you can do it!!!