In Progress...
I started running in 2004. I had gained some weight and didn't like how I looked anymore. I needed to do something about it. I didn't have much money to do anything with a lot of gear. So, one day, I grabbed an old pair of tennis shoes (the kind you get at Payless Shoes for $5), shorts and a cotton t-shirt and headed out the door.
There was a 5 mile race coming up in the neighborhood and it sounded fun. I only had 1 month to "train" for it. I had no idea what I was doing. I trained, I ran it and I finished a hot, sweaty mess (but with a smile on my face). I was hooked!
From then on, I ran a couple miles almost every day. I started signing up for local 5ks. I loved every one. I was slowly setting new PRs (personal records). One day, I realized that I wanted to challenge myself and see how far I could push myself. I started training for my first half marathon. In May 2011, I completed it. That's when the runners high really started. Many more races are to come with lots of smiles! Follow me as I train my heart out and continue to push myself.
I started running in 2004. I had gained some weight and didn't like how I looked anymore. I needed to do something about it. I didn't have much money to do anything with a lot of gear. So, one day, I grabbed an old pair of tennis shoes (the kind you get at Payless Shoes for $5), shorts and a cotton t-shirt and headed out the door.
There was a 5 mile race coming up in the neighborhood and it sounded fun. I only had 1 month to "train" for it. I had no idea what I was doing. I trained, I ran it and I finished a hot, sweaty mess (but with a smile on my face). I was hooked!
Inspiring! Keep it up and let us know of the next big challenge. I'll add you to my blog list to follow you! :)
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