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This non-runner just ran a MARATHON!

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  • FitRoberta
    FitRoberta Posts: 73 Member
    Congratulations! What an inspiring story! Thanks so much for sharing.
  • Nery_Tay
    Nery_Tay Posts: 81 Member
    Congrats! I did my first Marathon on March of this year. Many people think it isn't worth it/ it's way to difficult. I can say being near last I still loved running it because I felt so accomplished about it.
  • MsJulesRenee
    MsJulesRenee Posts: 1,180 Member
    Congratulations!!! Amazing dedication! I can relate with not enjoying running but doing it anyways- I hate the process but the end, when you can bask in the feeling of accomplishment, is so worth it. :)
  • MtnGirl38
    MtnGirl38 Posts: 37 Member
    Congratulations! That's a huge accomplishment, you should be proud!
    I started running with c25k too and the longest I've done is a HM. You are a true inspiration!
  • kjurassic
    kjurassic Posts: 571 Member
    Kudos to you, fellow Floridian!!! I agree - the "high" from the race atmosphere and crossing the finish line - they are what spurs me as well. (5k-er here, cuz I'm old!!!) ;)
  • ImpracticalGirl
    ImpracticalGirl Posts: 59 Member
    Awesome!
  • mugglewump701
    mugglewump701 Posts: 116 Member
    That is amazing. CONGRATULATIONS!! I started running a few years ago, but never really increased my distance above a 5K. This year I decided I'd finally try a 10K and I just finished mine in 1:04:33. Now my husband and I are going to try to find a 15K or 10 miler. I haven't decided if I want to try a full marathon, but you've convinced me that maybe I should at least try one! That Princess run sounds fun, I'll have to look into that one :smile:

    Thank you for sharing your story. So many people (including me before I started) think that they CAN'T run and it's just not true (well, with some special circumstances). You can do anything to put your mind to!
  • gdyment
    gdyment Posts: 299 Member
    Congrats - NY Marathon is on my bucket list for sure.
  • WindyCityGal160
    WindyCityGal160 Posts: 166 Member
    Good for you! I also find it hard to run because I don't get the "runners high" either but definitely awesome to complete a marathon!! Thanks for sharing your journey- very inspirational.
  • opalsqueak007
    opalsqueak007 Posts: 433 Member
    Great job lass!
  • Forty6and2
    Forty6and2 Posts: 2,492 Member
    I can't believe I've been friends with you for so long and I've just noticed this post! You're incredible, and as a non-runner myself, you're a huge inspiration!
  • debubbie
    debubbie Posts: 767 Member
    Awesome job and congratulations on beating your goal time!
  • Triplestep
    Triplestep Posts: 239 Member
    Congrats! I am where you were four years ago (albeit a lot older) not a fan of running, yet trying to complete C25K. I can't imagine myself doing any length road race, let alone a marathon. Great job! (And your photos are great! Smiling in every one, and looking energized at the end.)
  • maureented
    maureented Posts: 59 Member
    You are awesome. Congratulations!
  • runningstrong80
    runningstrong80 Posts: 170 Member
    What an amazing accomplishment! Way to go!
  • Clarewho
    Clarewho Posts: 494 Member
    Fantastic achievement well done - what struck me was the smile on your face on all the photographs :smiley:
  • IILikeToMoveItMoveIt
    IILikeToMoveItMoveIt Posts: 1,172 Member
    Congrats! Great dedication!
  • FitGirl0123
    FitGirl0123 Posts: 1,273 Member
    Congratulations. Not many things in my life add up to the pride I feel from completing a marathon. Good for you hun! Love all the pics!
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