So, I did it... I ran the race.  It was a "5k" which means that it was supposed to be a 5k, which is about 3.1 miles, but instead they made the course incorrectly and it was only 2.48 miles.  But I didn't know it at the time, and I felt pretty darn good considering that I ran the entire thing after all.  I really didn't think I could run the whole thing, but I did and I feel like that was a big success for me.  and even if I couldn't have done it in under 30 minutes, if it had been a real 5K I know I would have made it to the end.  So horay for that. 

Let me tell you why I made it in the time that I did... well, I was about 3/4 the way through the race, and I was jogging the whole time, when striding up beside me was a really, and I mean really, old guy.  probably 80 or older.  And he wasn't jogging...he was POWER WALKING.  yeah, I know... I didn't know a person could actually walk that fast, but he did.  So basically, I felt that the humiliation of losing to this guy would be too much for me, so I stepped up and pushed myself harder.  So wherever you are, old guy, let me just tell you, thanks!  and keep up the good work.

Team active was great... they were there to cheer me on and video the final excitement.  They also blessed me with a much needed massage coupon, and I can't wait to go use that puppy!  Thanks for my gift bag guys!

Even though I'm not a big fan of running, I could see myself tackle a 5k again. It's manageable, and it feels good to finish it, so, to all you couch potatoes out there, if I can do it, so can you!