I'm not a runner - in fact, I find running boring. However, people at work wanted to form a team for some corporate challenge in Central Park so I signed up. Never having run a race before, nor run 3.5 miles, I was quite nervous. But I made it!!! My time was 38:50! I don't think I've ever run so fast!!! Now I'm addicted! I think I'm signing up for two more next month! I HIGHLY recommend 5K races!!!
shamma
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I asked on the NWR board if anyone was doing it or has ever done it. COngrats. I did not do it this time, I might do the 2nd one next month. Let me know if you are doing it.
Red30NY
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Congrats! Welcome to the club! I ran my first 5K 7 years ago, and have done about 50 various races since then. Keep it up! Pretty soon, you'll need a new closet for all of your race t-shirts!
I am (was until last fall) an avid 10K runner...and the LI 1/2 marathon every year (except this one...since I moved)...if you sign up for a NYC Road Runners Club membership...they send you every month a list of races 5Ks-longer that you can sign up for...
good luck!!
MarciaD
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I'm a newbie to the boards, but love reading all the inspiration from all of you. Congratulations on your 5K , thats great!!!
Marcia
karen32
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julybaby - congrats!!! what did you do to get ready for the 5k?? i need a new workout routine!!!
Julybaby
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I was so afraid of not finishing this race that I was so motivated to work out! I did a mix of interval running (2 mins at a fast pace, 1 min at a slow pace) and then tried to see how long I can run for without stopping. I never did run outside plus I had to take a week off from working out due to wisdom teeth surgery. I generally find running boring but in a race, you are so focused! I think I'm doing 2 more in June in Central Park. What a great way to get into shape for a wedding!
smooch
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CONGRATS!! And guess what - you ran MORE than a 5K!!!!
A 5K is 3.1 miles.
The Chase Corporate Challenge, which I run on LI every summer at Jones Beach, is truly a 3.5 mile race, which is LONGER THAN A 5K!!!! So you ran more than you thought!
CONGRATS!
mv1003
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Congrats! I did my first 5K run this year too! You should be very proud of yourself! It takes a lot of dedication and hard work. Congrats again- what an amazing feeling!
