Completed - My first 5k!

jsenecal12
jsenecal12 Posts: 42
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I've been running for about two months now. Let's clear this up right now - I am NOT a runner. I've thoroughly hated it for years, in fact. It runs in my family (hah, running puns). We don't run unless we're being chased.But I decided to try incorporating it into my journey to physical health. I started small - ten minute walk/jogs, which eventually turned into twenty minutes, slowly working my way into a full mile, etc. Tonight I ran my very first practice 5k - a bit more than, actually, I went 3.5 miles. Non stop running. Me. The non runner. WHAT?

I've been using MFP for nearly 3 months now and rarely participate in the message boards (incredible shyness gets the best of me :blushing:), but I've seen how supportive and kind you guys all are and I just had to share with you - you've all motivated me to keep working towards the healthiest me I can create :heart: :smile: I'm so excited to keep running!

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  • maddymama
    maddymama Posts: 1,183 Member
    Good for you... keep it up!
  • Lindamack5987
    Lindamack5987 Posts: 121
    Good job keep up the good work.
  • Sox90716
    Sox90716 Posts: 976 Member
    Excellent job! Keep it up! Best addiction on earth!!!
  • elcieloesazul
    elcieloesazul Posts: 448 Member
    Awesome job going the distance. :wink:
  • mom2fabfive
    mom2fabfive Posts: 207 Member
    That is wonderful!
  • coconutbuNZ
    coconutbuNZ Posts: 578 Member
    Liked how you explained your story, some of which made me giggle. I'm not a runner too, I've always walked, I hate running, but you have just given me a new incentive, thank you! And congratulations on all your achievements!
  • janjan369
    janjan369 Posts: 98 Member
    That's a huge NSV - Great job!
  • BPayton27
    BPayton27 Posts: 626 Member
    Congratulations! That is fantastic! I participated in my first 5K race on St. Patrick's Day with my 6 year old son. It felt GREAT, and was exciting, so I understand. Keep it up!
  • AZKristi
    AZKristi Posts: 1,801 Member
    Great work!
  • TrueBlueBruin78
    TrueBlueBruin78 Posts: 311 Member
    That is awesome and congratulations. I too was not a fan of running (former fat kid) but i started to run and now i love it. I turned from a gym rat to a running rabbit ( but i still like to push weight around too). It allows me to gather myself, so to speak. Im building up to do my first half-marathon this Fall, i hope you consider it and good luck with your goals.
  • azazelrabbit
    azazelrabbit Posts: 137
    That's brilliant!

    I've just started running too, doing C25K. Hopefully i'll be able to achieive as much as you have!
  • Goosiesnougs
    Goosiesnougs Posts: 420
    Congratulations! That is absolutely fantastic!
  • LorinaLynn
    LorinaLynn Posts: 13,247 Member
    Woohoo! Great job! Now sign yourself up for a race so you can get further addicted and start a really amazing tshirt collection. :wink:
  • hbrittingham
    hbrittingham Posts: 2,518 Member
    Very awesome! You have every reason to be so proud of yourself. Congratulations!
  • dicoveringwhoIam
    dicoveringwhoIam Posts: 480 Member
    I hate running! I am doing my first 5k in May and then another 5k in August for the warrior dash... It's becoming a love/hate relationship...
  • peaceinside
    peaceinside Posts: 272
    Congratulations, that is fantastic! I just completed my second ever 5K and I too am NOT a runner. I didn't run the whole thing either time but today I unofficially beat my last time by about 8 minutes. It's weird to say that I completed two, so I can just feel your pride! You go girl and enjoy it!
    Peace :flowerforyou:
  • jsenecal12
    jsenecal12 Posts: 42
    Thanks to all of you so much, this is such a supportive place, I'm so glad I joined!
  • Usbornegal
    Usbornegal Posts: 601 Member
    I second signing up for an actual race - you will be totally hooked! The positive atmosphere, support, and encouragement really make it fun!

    I started out hating running and was just walking. Then kept getting faster and faster, adding in some running, then started on 5K's and have completed 3 half marathons - all at well over 200 pounds! Today I completed what was (I think) my 8th 5K with a personal best of 0:36:36! It felt great!!

    Regaining control over your body and your health feels SOOOO good!!!!
  • loves_jc
    loves_jc Posts: 86 Member
    I totallly get it I hated running too, I run *( a slow jog ) a 5k daily now too. You will get to where you want to get out there and run to see if today was better then yesterday. I will be running my first officall 5k Easter weekend. I entered just hoping I would be able to finish but I have a pace goal now. It might change by then. Keep up the wonderful work, you too will love it even the days you hate it Love will come.
  • coopersmom2006
    coopersmom2006 Posts: 839
    Nice job! I was never a runner either until recently. Now it's all I think about. :)
  • lauehorn
    lauehorn Posts: 183
    I've been running for about two months now. Let's clear this up right now - I am NOT a runner. I've thoroughly hated it for years, in fact. It runs in my family (hah, running puns). We don't run unless we're being chased.But I decided to try incorporating it into my journey to physical health. I started small - ten minute walk/jogs, which eventually turned into twenty minutes, slowly working my way into a full mile, etc. Tonight I ran my very first practice 5k - a bit more than, actually, I went 3.5 miles. Non stop running. Me. The non runner. WHAT?

    I've been using MFP for nearly 3 months now and rarely participate in the message boards (incredible shyness gets the best of me :blushing:), but I've seen how supportive and kind you guys all are and I just had to share with you - you've all motivated me to keep working towards the healthiest me I can create :heart: :smile: I'm so excited to keep running!

    Congratulations!! What a great feeling :) Now you ARE a runner :)
  • MB_Positif
    MB_Positif Posts: 8,897 Member
    Fabulous! Keep up the amazing work!
  • dorseykm
    dorseykm Posts: 412 Member
    Congratulations on your first 3.5 mile run! I don't know how far running will take you, but I signed up for my first half marathon this June. I've been running since last August. I kept hearing Wallace Shawn's voice (Vizzini in the Princess Bride) say "INCONCEIVABLE" as I signed up for the half. Good luck to you on your own inconceivable journies.
  • amdahwd
    amdahwd Posts: 237 Member
    Congratulations! I finished my first last weekend. :drinker:
  • runbyme
    runbyme Posts: 522 Member
    Amazing job! It is totally adictive..especially the races! Keep up the good work! Who knows...maybe your next post will be about your first 10K!! Good job! :flowerforyou:
  • maryduggins
    maryduggins Posts: 219 Member
    Sounds so much like me! I just started running 2.5 months ago. I HATED running. DESPISED even the though of it actually. I couldn't even run for 60 seconds without stopping ;P but my parents got a trampoline for my little sisters for Christmas and I started jumping on it for an hour or so every day and - I guess - built up the leg muscle. I was staying at my 'runner friend'-s house ;P lol and even though I didn't want to go running with her (and wasn't planning on going) I went and it was like a a flip switched inside of me and... I loved it! (: I think it was just the fact that I was able to do it (I could only run about a half mile then, but even that was major progress for me) and I kept up with it! Now I can run 3 miles!(: Did it for the first time about a week ago and it really wasn't bad!(:

    There are days that I *hate* running and I dread getting on my shoes and stretching and making those first few steps... but then there's days that it's my escape(; I get some alone time *and* 350 extra calories! Haha(:

    Glad to hear it!(: Keep up the good work!!!

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