bettyandbob Posted September 29, 2013 Share Posted September 29, 2013 I did it. Maybe I'm on my way to being a runner. I ran very slow. I was trying not to go out too fast (made that mistake in a 5K this summer). So, I was running along with a guy who had a slower pace. I realized after a couple miles it was too slow, but the conversation was nice so I kept running with him. He realized at mile 5 I was holding back and he told me to take off. I sprinted the last mile. I won't post what the first 5 miles was, but according to my watch the last mile was 8 minutes. I think I had way too much juice at the end. I'm going to look for another 10K (I can only run races on Sundays so that limits my choices) and try to see if I can pace myself better. The guy is a harpist, so I may have found someone who can fix dh's grandmother's harp. He had some ideas of what to do with it. Funny connection to make. Anyway, I did it. It was easy. I know I push myself more. AND I want too. Beautiful weather today too. I'm not sure how I'd feel if the weather wasn't as great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soror Posted September 29, 2013 Share Posted September 29, 2013 Kudos! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dana Posted September 29, 2013 Share Posted September 29, 2013 You don't use "only" with a 10k. Well done! I'm doing my second 5k in two weeks. My goal is not to faint or come close to fainting at the end. :) Yes, you're a runner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Truscifi Posted September 29, 2013 Share Posted September 29, 2013 You don't use "only" with a 10k. Well done! I'm doing my second 5k in two weeks. My goal is not to faint or come close to fainting at the end. :) Yes, you're a runner. :iagree: Once you move beyond 5k, you don't say "only" anymore. My BIL is a marathoner who does the occasional 10k, and even he doesn't say "only 10k", lol. Congrats! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stacia Posted September 29, 2013 Share Posted September 29, 2013 Awesome! Congrats! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hikin' Mama Posted September 29, 2013 Share Posted September 29, 2013 You said, "It was easy." You are most definitely a runner! Good job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorthwestMom Posted September 29, 2013 Share Posted September 29, 2013 Great job! 10Ks are not an easy run, don't minimize your achievement. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Occasionally Posted September 29, 2013 Share Posted September 29, 2013 You don't say "only" for *any* distance race. Yay for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alef Posted September 29, 2013 Share Posted September 29, 2013 Congratulations! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin M Posted September 29, 2013 Share Posted September 29, 2013 Wow - congratulations! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagle Posted September 29, 2013 Share Posted September 29, 2013 Good for you! :hurray: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mandylubug Posted September 29, 2013 Share Posted September 29, 2013 Wooo hoo! Great job. I start training for a half tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kim in Appalachia Posted September 29, 2013 Share Posted September 29, 2013 What do you mean, "Only a 10k"?? That's 6.2 miles. Way to go! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted September 29, 2013 Share Posted September 29, 2013 :party: Congratulations, Betty!!! :hurray: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NicAnn Posted September 29, 2013 Share Posted September 29, 2013 Hey, congratulations! Be proud of that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lynn Posted September 29, 2013 Share Posted September 29, 2013 Congratulation! :hurray: Yeah I agree with others 6.2miles is definately not an "only" statement it is quite impressive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs_JWM Posted September 29, 2013 Share Posted September 29, 2013 Never minimize! Great job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissa in Australia Posted September 29, 2013 Share Posted September 29, 2013 :hurray: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMJ Posted September 30, 2013 Share Posted September 30, 2013 Good for you!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
houseofkids&pets Posted September 30, 2013 Share Posted September 30, 2013 That is an amazing accomplishment! You definitely should feel proud of yourself, Way to go! :hurray: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommyfaithe Posted September 30, 2013 Share Posted September 30, 2013 No such thing as ONLY a 10 k!! That is major! Congrats! Feel really proud of yourself today! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasider Posted September 30, 2013 Share Posted September 30, 2013 What do you mean, "Only a 10k"?? That's 6.2 miles. Way to go! I concur! Start looking for a half marathon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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