Run a 5KMy Story of Training

I have always had a desire to run a 5K. Last year my daughters decided it was time to do that. They signed up and asked me to sign up with them. I knew that it would be a great experience. I knew it would be a great

I was not in any shape to start, so put together a plan...

EXPERIENCE

CREATED A PLAN

Knowing that I couldn’t start out running, I decided to start an updated walk regimen. I had been walking with a friend for years in the morning, but knew I needed to step up the pace. I could do this! I

Each day I would do a little more and try and beat the previous record.

DETERMINED

Eventually I started to run. I would run a little and then walk and continued this regimen running a little more each day. The time came when I could run the entire 3.5 miles. I was not fast but I was

I made sure to stay hydrated and get plenty of sleep. The day was coming for the big race.

HEALTHY BODY

I did the 5K with my daughters. I learned that with dedication and determination, I could do hard things. I learned that some things we do a little bit at a time until we can reach our goal. I learned that I like the feeling of having a

I learned that setting a goal and working hard to reach it brings so much personal satisfaction.

I have not put away my shoes! I am planning another race in a few months. We will see how I

do :)