9.28.13
A year ago, my 1st 5k in years was the Rahr 5k. While I was pleased to have finished, I walked a bit of the course, and finished in a slow 32:51. What a difference a year makes! Leading up to this event, I encouraged several friends and colleagues to participate. A few showed, a few skipped, but, it was fun to see a few friends. I was determined to not only beat the friends that attended, but, to also finish in sub-30 minute time. I moved towards the front of the pack at the starting line, and, when the horn sounded, got off to a fast start. I was concerned that I'd started too quickly and would run out of gas. Frustratingly, there were no mile markers, so, I did my best to gauge my progress with my watch and GPS app. Late in the run, I realized that I was making good time, and, would achieve my sub-30 minute time. When I was all done, I'd booked a 27:50 time. A full 5 minutes faster than last year, and a PR for a 5k. 3.36 miles in 27:50. Not bad! Looking forward to this event again next year!
