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Completed my first Half-Marathon!!

allenpearcy
allenpearcy Posts: 227 Member
edited October 2024 in Success Stories
Just completed my first Half-Marathon!! I have to say that I could have never imagined doing this just 14 months ago 150 lbs heavier than I am today!!

10k time:1:02:33 (pace: 10:06)
Net time:2:17:38 (pace:10:31)

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  • rmartin72
    rmartin72 Posts: 1,085 Member
    Congratulations !! Very Proud Of You!!
  • AZTrailRunner
    AZTrailRunner Posts: 1,199 Member
    Congrats! The first one is always the learning one. You'll most likely shave a nice bit of time off of the next one. I must warn you, they do become addictive!
  • skemery
    skemery Posts: 100
    Congratulations! I think I ran the same race you did today, it was awesome!
  • dls06
    dls06 Posts: 6,774 Member
    :flowerforyou: Good for you. I can't run to the bathroom. :laugh:
  • kcmomof2
    kcmomof2 Posts: 457 Member
    Congratulations! That is fantastic!

    I ran my first half last month. It is such an awesome and amazing experience. I'm looking forward to doing another one. :smile:
  • shovav91
    shovav91 Posts: 2,335 Member
    Congratulations!!!
    That is so fantastic- I can't believe how far you've come! You are such an inspiration.
    My goal is to run a half marathon. I've just recently started running, so it will definitely be a while. Thank you so much for this motivational boost! I admire you so much. Well done! I can't wait to hear about your future races!
  • Suzymo3
    Suzymo3 Posts: 77 Member
    Congratulations! Enjoy the day basking in your accomplishment! You've earned it!
  • KimertRuns13_1
    KimertRuns13_1 Posts: 702 Member
    CONGRATS!!!
  • Kermit1976
    Kermit1976 Posts: 120
    Well done that is fantastic....i am in training to walk half marathons again.. just a great feeling..
  • creasonr
    creasonr Posts: 20
    CONGRATULATIONS! ON BOTH THE RUN AND ALL YOUR WEIGHT LOSS!:smile:
  • fastbelly
    fastbelly Posts: 727 Member
    That is amazing, I'm currently training for one next year! I hope I can complete it too!

    Well done you're a inspiration!
  • SaishaLea
    SaishaLea Posts: 333 Member
    Congrats!!!!! That is amazing!!!
  • sweebeesmom
    sweebeesmom Posts: 148
    Great job!!! I have to agree, it most certainly is addictive. I'm doing my third in January! :)
  • bbbbb33333
    bbbbb33333 Posts: 1,107 Member
    Way to go!

    I have one next weekend. I think it is my third.

    I did 1 full marathon, but ran out of steam ~ mile 20 and my knee started hurting... not that much fun. 1/2 is a much better distance.
  • robmaguire1
    robmaguire1 Posts: 111
    Awesome. Getting ready for my first Half-Marathon in January. Congrats!!
  • run4yourlife
    run4yourlife Posts: 379 Member
    Congratulations! Such an accomplishment!
    But watch out, it gets in your blood!! :smile:
  • shawnmccammon
    shawnmccammon Posts: 1
    Great job! I agree. It is addicting. I am running my 2nd one soon!
  • Mommawarrior
    Mommawarrior Posts: 897 Member
    AWESOME.......I did my first one in August and there is nothing like the feeling when you cross the finish line, except probably the feeling when you cross the finish line on your first full marathon. I hope to do that this coming year!
    Hopefully you will be able to do the same. CONGRATS!
    And I agree too.....IT IS SO ADDICTING!
  • allenpearcy
    allenpearcy Posts: 227 Member
    Thanks to everyone for all of the nice comments and encouragement. It was a great race and I broke PRs for 5k, 5-mile, 10k, 7-mile and farthest distance. Thanks for all of the inspiration from friends and acquaintances here on MFP!
  • missyyclaire
    missyyclaire Posts: 572 Member
    I am awestruck! What a great acheivement! From a gal who did her first 5K today, walking, my hat, well, visor, is off to you!
  • kgb6days
    kgb6days Posts: 880 Member
    Congratulations! That is a HUGE accomplishment. You've now joined the top 10% of runners....Amazing what a desire to lose weight and get healthy will lead to.
  • allenpearcy
    allenpearcy Posts: 227 Member
    Congratulations! I think I ran the same race you did today, it was awesome!

    Thanks! Glad to hear there was another IMM runner on here! Congrats on your race and your transformation!!
  • allenpearcy
    allenpearcy Posts: 227 Member
    I am awestruck! What a great acheivement! From a gal who did her first 5K today, walking, my hat, well, visor, is off to you!

    Thanks and congrats on your 5K!! That is where I started back in April. Keep up the great work!
  • CrystalFlury
    CrystalFlury Posts: 400 Member
    WOW! Awesome job! Congratulations on finishing! That's a big milestone!
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