The Finish Line (Part I)

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I have a secret.*

I started running in July.

Today I ran my first 5k.  My goal was to run the entire way.

I did.

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Staying warm before the race. It was about 30°F outside.

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There were 520 runners.

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Annnnd they're off! (I'm in the red shorts in the middle of photo)

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On the final stretch....

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Final burst for the finish line...

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And done!

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My final time: 38:41. Average pace of 12:27 minutes/mile.

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I met my goal, exceed my personal best time and got a snazzy new running shirt.

 

*unless you read my Facebook feed, then you already knew

(Finish Line Part II? - I completed my Lady Grey Coat last night. In the words of Maggie - this coat is epic. Photos and details when I return from Thanksgiving.)

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