First 10K Completed

Here I am (wearing the blue shirt) on the course at between miles 3 & 4

I completed my first 10K race this morning in lovely San Francisco as part of the Mermaid Series, a group dedicated to women's health and fitness.  I have run some 5K races but this was my first 10K. I had my doubts yesterday but felt good today and ended up running the entire race in 1 hour 10 min and 53 seconds - slower than some but a great time and length accomplishment for me.

Race complete - A well earned view by the sea wall + a little sea water

Chris was my cheerleader, getting me up for breakfast, driving, coffee provisioning, gear toting, and photographing in support of me today.  A big, big thank you to you honey - you were a giant boost for me today!


I'm home now with a good shower had and yummy lunch eaten.  My feet are up and knees are aching slightly.  I've already started researching the next 10K and am feeling proud and joyful right now at my progress and motivation.  

Day Off

It's raining today.  I have the day off - a Friday - due to Veterans Day.  Being married to a veteran and working with veterans everyday - they have a special place in my heart.  This group of men and women, of all ages, who were willing to put their lives on the line to serve our country.  Thank you.


I've started the day with a sleep in and then cozying up on the couch with my hubby and some blankets.  Two big mugs of coffee in our hands and 'How it's Made' on the tube.  I really didn't want to know how bacon is made, really.  


Next I'm off to a quick breakfast out with my husband and then to meet up with two of my girlfriends for a little shopping and lunch.  Hopefully I can maintain control of my wallet and not go crazy.  I've got a 10K race coming up tomorrow... I need to remember to drink lots of water, rest, and to eat well - though I may sneak in a few extra carbs tonight with dinner.  


Better go get ready to go.

Upcoming Runs

The first of several races for 2011

Chris and I have signed up for the 100th annual 'Bay to Breakers' 12k in San Francisco this May and have been training ourselves to run for the past month or so.  It's been great to get back into this after completing our first 5k last fall.  This has set off a flurry of activity and also caused us to sign up for several races, below:

April 10th Wine Country 5k

May 15th 100th Annual Bay to Breakers 12k

May 22nd Running with the Jets 5k

June 4th Scavenger Dash - San Francisco

We Did It!

Our 5K is done. It was a beautiful morning with blue skies and no wind at all. Chris and I started together but went at our own paces. I was slow, but I ran the whole way. Chris was a little faster, walked at the 2 mile mark for a minute, then finished strong. He also came back up the course to run meet me and ran in with me for the last 1/4 mile or so. It was hard, but fun, and I am very proud to have completed the race running the whole way. We will likely have pictures and official times up in a day or two.

Now we are off to Ingleside Cafe for some well deserved chocolate chip pancakes!

Pre 5K

My first 5K race is Sunday. I've been training for 6 weeks and think I am ready to go. Just got to scope out the course and pick up my registration packet tomorrow, then race on Sunday. Chris has also been training and will be joining me in the race. Please send positive thoughts our way at about 9 AM Sunday morning.
My three goals for the race:
1. Finish
2. Run the whole way
3. Have fun