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    NSV - Ran my first 5K

    Posts: 341
    edited September 2024 in Success Stories
    After about two months of training I went from only just being able to run a mile to running a 5K in 31 minutes 30 seconds.

    I had hoped to run a bit faster, but in the end I was just happy to complete the race without walking.

    It was a lot warmer than when I'd been training. I know, 77F is not hot - but here in Oregon I was training for the last four weeks in 50 degree weather (usually with a light drizzle). :smile:

    The best part was seeing my wife, daughters and mother-in-law at the finish line cheering me on! :smile:

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    • Posts: 3,394 Member
      Yes! Very well done! The sky's the limit from here!
    • Posts: 860 Member
      Awesome, dude!! Keep up the good work!!
    • Posts: 124
      Very cool!!! Good job!!!
    • Posts: 77
      Congrats to you!! I'm hoping to run a full 5k by the end of the summer.

      I did a 5k this weekend - my first one that involved running. I would say I ran about 75% of it and I finished in 39:22. I'm hoping to beat that time next time...

      So, I'm not trying to toot my own horn here, but what I'm saying is I understand your achievement and that's a HUGE accomplishment. I'm proud of your success with that! Keep it going - you'll beat your time next time!
    • Posts: 234 Member
      Great job! I have 2 weeks left of C25K and am getting excited to be able to make a similar post!
    • Posts: 2,218 Member
      Yikes I forgot to wish you good luck but looks like u didnt need it!! Thats an amazing achievement!! Fab timing too!! You are inspiring me to do a run now!!!
    • Posts: 41 Member
      That's pretty awesome! :D
    • Posts: 312 Member
      Congratulations!
    • Posts: 341
      I did a 5k this weekend - my first one that involved running. I would say I ran about 75% of it and I finished in 39:22. I'm hoping to beat that time next time...

      Congratulations! It's a great feeling isn't it? Good luck with your next run!
    • Posts: 341
      Posting link to a smaller version of the photo - hoping you'll be able to see my "fans" on the right of the picture. :smile:

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    • Posts: 14
      Congrats!! Now, YOU'RE ADDICTED!!
      I have gone from a 39 minute 5k last year to 29:56 this year. I am so happy and proud of my accomplishments!! I've ran several half martathons and one full....You won't stop at just a 5k!!
      KEEP IT UP!!
    • Posts: 280
      Congratulations!!! And what a great time for your 1st 5K!
    • Posts: 963 Member
      congrats to you
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