Today is the day of my first 5K
I’m gearing up, kicking the nerves away
It’s really no biggie as I’m not planning to place,
But there’s still anxiety because it’s called a “race”
A race is a thing to conquer and win
To feel victorious and pride within
I do have a goal of a 30 minute run
We’ll see if I can achieve that and still have fun
It’s not a marathon or triathlon or even a 10K
But when you’re older and it’s a first, it kind of feels that way
My plan is to up the runs over the next two years
To run further and further to the sound of cheers
As spectators yell for all in the game
First or last, we’re all the same
Let’s hope this is the beginning of a new chapter
One full of training, sweat, joy, and laughter
Is there something you’ve been wanting to try?
There is only now, don’t let it pass you by
Good luck!!! You’re gonna rock it. I have been wanting to sign up for my first 5K for about a year now, but I keep chickening out. I can’t wait to hear how it went!
Thank you! You should definitely run one if you’ve been thinking about it. Maybe when the snow finally melts…
Vey nice. Hope you did well.
Thank you! It’s at 2:00 today. I’ll post a follow-up and some photos after the race.
Good luck.
Thank you! Love you.
You will LOVE it! I like running races better than training by myself. Adrenline kicks in, Hubs paces with me, and it’s FUN! I’m running the #princesshalf next week. 13.1 miles will be the LONGEST race, ever!!!
You go girl! The Princess Half sounds like a blast. Maybe one day I’ll do it… I’m hoping the adrenaline kicks in. It’s got to be more fun than running on the treadmill.
Good for you doing your first 5K. I was really excited when I did my first one!
Congratulations on your first 5k! (oo I feel like I need to rhyme with me comment lol) I have yet to run (or even walk) a 5k, but I hope to by next year!
Congrats! I hope you had a great race. I remember my first 5K. I was so nervous. I’ve just started running again (actually it’s more like a walk/jog), but I’m looking forward to working my way up to running 5ks.
Good luck. Way to get motivated. Have a blast and YOU CAN DO IT!
Woot! You go girl! I have not yet done any “K” 5 or otherwise. Maybe I should put that on my bucket list….maybe…
congrats on getting through your first 5k! I can’t even imagine!
Love this! You can do it! Congrats!
Congrats on your first 5K – congrats!
Awesome! I love the poem! I just signed up for a Foam Fest 5K in April. This will be my 3rd 5K!
You can do it!!! I’ve done a few. Need to get back Ito shape to do more
Congrats. I remember my first 5k back in 2005 and then my first 10k and halfer and then the glorious full marathon!!!
Good luck on your first 5K! You got this!
I have not ran in years because I am too heavy to comfortable run now. I do however walk each day to get back to running weight. I remember the high running used to provide me with…it was awesome!!
I’m pretty sure a 5 minute run would feel like a 5k to me! LOL. My brother has been really into running and is making me almost want to give it a try. Almost.
Good for you! Keep up the great work. Next stop, your 10K and then the marathon. Go for it!
How fun! I hope you beat your goal and had a blast!! I *just* started running with my family and am about to die when I finish my 9 minute mile (down nearly a minute from my first run a few weeks ago)! Someday, MAYBE, I’ll be good enough to feel like I can handle a 5K… You rock!
That’s great!! Yes, it’s a new to you and yes, you can keep it up – Go for the gold! congrats – it’s a big deal – I could never run a 5K – I’ve walked plenty in my time, but that’s all.