John and I met a goal today: we finished our first half-marathon!
I'm thankful:
1. That we finished!
2. That we made good time. (Nevermind that the entire run, with very few minor exceptions, was downhill, and nevermind that we had some full-marathon runners finish ahead of us. It was a good time for us.)
3. That the weather was absolutely wonderful for running.
4. That the canyon provided a beautiful course. Some of the leaves are starting to change color, and we even saw a moose!
5. That we were provided gloves, a hat, and a blanket so we could stay warm before the start.
6. That we were offered pancakes and pizza (Yes, please; and no, thank you) in addition to the par-for-the-course banana after the run.
7. For all the volunteers who make the run possible.
8. For all the spectators who cheer on the runners. (It makes a difference!)
9. For very specific spectators who show up to cheer on family members. (Thanks! Loved the banner and the cowbell!)
10. For John, who is a wonderful running partner, and never makes me feel bad for setting a slower pace.
What's the most recent "first-time" thing you have done?
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| Photo: John and I, holding a sign with our time (2:34) |
I'm thankful:
1. That we finished!
2. That we made good time. (Nevermind that the entire run, with very few minor exceptions, was downhill, and nevermind that we had some full-marathon runners finish ahead of us. It was a good time for us.)
3. That the weather was absolutely wonderful for running.
4. That the canyon provided a beautiful course. Some of the leaves are starting to change color, and we even saw a moose!
5. That we were provided gloves, a hat, and a blanket so we could stay warm before the start.
6. That we were offered pancakes and pizza (Yes, please; and no, thank you) in addition to the par-for-the-course banana after the run.
7. For all the volunteers who make the run possible.
8. For all the spectators who cheer on the runners. (It makes a difference!)
9. For very specific spectators who show up to cheer on family members. (Thanks! Loved the banner and the cowbell!)
10. For John, who is a wonderful running partner, and never makes me feel bad for setting a slower pace.
What's the most recent "first-time" thing you have done?
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congratulations!
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Thank you! And frist is definitely not what we were on our race! :-)
DeleteExcellent! I'm proud of you and John for finishing with such a good time. Kudos!
ReplyDeleteThank you!
DeleteCongratulations!!! How did the foot hold up?
ReplyDeleteThanks! The foot held up very well; thanks so much for all your advice!
DeleteCongratulations!!! How did the foot hold up?
ReplyDeleteSo very proud of you, Kristi, you must be beaming. Once a friend and I walked a 15K. It was a good adrenaline high when we finished.
ReplyDeleteOne of the signs along the course said, "Runners high--legal in all 50 states!"
DeleteWay to go guys!! Sorry I couldn't meet up with you this time. Hopefully next!
ReplyDeleteIt has been forever, and we'd love to see you again sometime!
DeleteSo impressed! I have never faced a challenge like this in all my life. I admire your determination.
ReplyDeleteOne woman wore a shirt that said, "13.1 It seemed like a good idea at the time." It is kind of strange to think that we voluntarily decided to run that far!
DeleteOh so proud of you and happy for you both! Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteThanks!
DeleteCongratulations to both of you!!! Sounds like a great place for a race.
ReplyDeleteSo when are you tackling the full marathon? ;)
Not anytime soon! :-) Perhaps at a much lighter weight and with a lot more training, but I'm really quite satisfied with halves being my longest distance races.
DeleteYou are wonder woman! Congratulations! Downhill is a challenge, too, because it's easier to fall down when you're running down a hill or maybe that's just me.
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I would have taken the pizza....
You're a star. Running like that is a major accomplishment. And that you could do it together with your spouse. You ran and you ran and you ran and you were rewarded with pancakes and pizza.
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Not too shabby.
Also, the banner and the cowbell must have made all the difference as well.
I admire you, anyone who makes this commitment to physical fitness, exercise, and you keep it going. Lovely that the two of you could complete this as a team.
Sounds like you had a wonderful week and a wonderful run! You mentioning pizza reminds me there are 2 cold pieces in the fridge and I may just have them for lunch! As for a first - for the first time ever I made bacon in the microwave. Who knew???
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