5k Fever

In May, I completed the Earthquakes first annual 5k with a friend of mine from the gym.  I initially did not want to do this run, but was convinced, and glad that I ultimately caved.  Oddly enough this sparked a bit of 5k fever as I signed up for the Giant’s 5k in September and am looking to find another one to do in a few months. 

The morning of the Earthquakes 5k was fairly cold, and I never got truly warmed up for the event, alternating between short jogs and longer walks.  I completed it in just over an hour, having walked the majority of the route.

After the 5k!

The Giants 5k in September will be different as I intend to run/jog as much of the route as possible.  I have been training consistently, but we are really going to kick it up a notch these next couple of weeks to ensure that I am ready to go come run day.  This past weekend I even did my first outdoor 3 mile run/walk with my best friend in Seal Beach.  It was a challenge since I am used to running on a treadmill, but I felt accomplished afterward.

I never liked running, and I can’t say that I love it now but it is tolerable.  Plus, who knows, last year at this time I loathed foam rolling and now I love it, so next year at this time I might love running!

Say yes to 5ks, running, and doing things you never thought you wanted to do!