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Offline pegasus99

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First Race this weekend!
« on: March 15, 2013, 08:17:30 AM »
In an effort to lose weight and improve my endurance and general health, I started running about six months ago. I have a running friend who encouraged me to do a race with him, which I agreed to on the stipulation that he come skating with me once!

The race is this weekend and I'm nervous and excited! It's just a 5k, but maybe next time I'll be strong enough for the 8k. Can't believe I'll be one of those people with a number strapped to their back!

Just had to share my excitement!

Offline rachelplotkin

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Re: First Race this weekend!
« Reply #1 on: March 15, 2013, 12:48:06 PM »
Congratulations on doing this race and good luck!

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Re: First Race this weekend!
« Reply #2 on: March 15, 2013, 01:12:48 PM »
Good luck! You can do it!

Offline Janie

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Re: First Race this weekend!
« Reply #3 on: March 15, 2013, 06:39:41 PM »
Oooo good luck! I have the highest respect for people who can run long distances. I can't run for more than 200 meters maybe :p
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Offline sampaguita

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Re: First Race this weekend!
« Reply #4 on: March 21, 2013, 10:07:18 AM »
Oooo good luck! I have the highest respect for people who can run long distances. I can't run for more than 200 meters maybe :p

Lol, same here!

I hope you had a good race!

Offline mamabear

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Re: First Race this weekend!
« Reply #5 on: March 25, 2013, 09:56:43 PM »
Have a great time!  I've never really run a 5K but have participated in several as a jogger/runner, walker/jogger, walker depending on my physical condition at the time.  My kids and I are doing a 5K in a few weeks where they shower you with colored cornstarch.  The kids are thrilled.  I'm wondering if I should wear goggles!