May the King of Pop R.I.P.

Michael Jackson - King of Pop

My Big 5K Race Day! I MADE IT!!!!

Today was my Big Race Day.  I must admit I’m so proud to say, I Made It!  I jogged for 3.1 miles.  My 2 goals were to finish in under an hour, and not to come in last.  I met both of them!  While listening to the Rocky Theme song, I crossed the finish line in 54 minutes, came in  638^th Place, and ranked in the 89 %tile… and you know what, I’m PROUD about it!!!  Everyone asked, “So how does it feel?”  My initial response as I limped around was “I  hurt” …But in reality, 2 months ago when I started training; running for 60 seconds felt like cruel and unusual punishment.  Now, I’m planning my next 5K.  I’m extremely proud of my success and know that I can do anything I put my mind to.  I’m going to do the Susan G. Komen race for the cure in June.  I’d like to shave 15 minutes or more off my time while doing to for a good cause.  So, this time around, I’ll not only be “spamming” you as one of my best friends said, but also asking for donations… Thanks so much to my family and friends who came out so early on a damp morning,  and those who supported me with encouraging emails and phone calls…Check out my finish line pics!

I’m Ready for the World

Today could not have been better; it started off with a free tax day massage in Keiner Plaza downtown, and ended with a 5K run!  Yes you read it right, I actually did it.  I can’t freaking believe it.  And I did it in under an hour, 53 minutes to be exact.  I never thought in million years I could jog for 3 miles.  This time last year I was complaining about the walk from the parking garage to the weight management clinic.  Now 52 lbs later, and working out 3 times a week.  I feel a hard earned sense of accomplishment.  Even Lance Armstrong  had to congratulate me through my ipod on my long run yet!

A very long run

I keep telling myself, It’s now or never; the race is Saturday.  Today was an unpredictable April day in Saint Louis, will it rain, snow, shine, you never know.  I went to gym because it’s weather proof.  I went up to the track, calibrated my Nike iPod sensor, and got to jogging.  I jogged for 50 minutes!  That’s my longest jog yet.  I’m learning how to pace myself a little better.  I was still a little shy of 5K (3.1 miles), but hopefully by Saturday, I can do it. 

Working Out on Vacation

I worked out on vacation, not only did I work out on vacation, I got up and left the cozy condo early in the morning to go jogging.  I went to the gym on the resort because it was cold and rainy.  This time, I was prepared for the morning treadmill workout, I ate 1^st, and I disconnected the Nike iPod distance tracker.  The old guy on the machine next to me saw me huffing and puffing and sweating, and he said, “You’re going to kill yourself”, to which I replied, “Nope, I’m just trying live longer!”