Yesterday I ran my first 5k event of 2014: The Shamrock Run in Portland. It is a big event with over 30,000 runners & walkers. As well as the 5k, there is also an 8k, 15k & kid’s run. I don’t have a constant running partner & sometimes I run solo. But this time I …
I participated in a number of 5k’s throughout the summer & the Ugly Sweater Run will be my last one of the year. The first time I ran/walked a 5k in March was horrible. I was so extremely exhausted by the end. By November, at the Ugly Sweater Run, I was able to run (jog …
I began running in February & wanted to sign up for a few 5K’s to keep me motivated. I talked a few friends into doing it with me and we had a fabulously colorful time.
Over the last few years weight has been creeping up on me. I gotta say, it really pisses me off. I used to go to the gym or take part in exercise classes. Since moving further away & having 3 kids, going to the gym is no longer realistic. I was hoping all the work …