13.1 – I’ve Never Felt Anything Like it.
Ok as most of you all know I was training for a half marathon. So here is my update from after the run.
This is a 13.1-mile long run. I don’t know if you can imagine 13 miles, let alone imagine running 13 miles. It was rough, but amazing. The first mile and a half we were running in a torrential monsoon downpour of rain. While we were running we couldn’t breath or even see because of the amount of water that was coming down on us. We kept on running. Mile 7 and 8 was designated for a bridge. Going up and down the first time was against the 20 mph winds, but going up and over the 2nd time we had the wind for us, which saved us some energy. Mile 10 came along, and my body was done. I wanted to quit, and I wanted to just walk. I kept on going though! The last mile I was pushed and encouraged by my running partner, and finished strong! I finished my firth half marathon in 2 hours 23 minutes and 48 seconds. That was faster then my goal time, and I am super happy and just feeling accomplished. The end feeling was like something I had never felt before. I hugged all of my amazing supporters, and got my medal for finishing, and stretched. I yearned for water and Gatorade, but other than any of that I couldn’t even think. Others would ask me things, and I just seemed to not understand anything that was said to me. I was mentally and physically exhausted, but excited and pumped at the same time. It was the strangest feeling ever. Needless to say, I think that will be my first and last half marathon. I do think I will continue running, but not at that distance.
I did use this run as a fundraiser for my trip and 20% of every gift that came in went towards the Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, FL. I want to thank everyone who supported me in this run, whether financially, encouraging words, and even to my awesome supporters who came and cheered me on! It really means a ton to me, and I couldn’t have done it without you all.
Thanks again!
Right before the Race!
During the bridge part of the race!
Finishing up!
AND… DONE!!!!!
Running buddies from work!
Some awesome friends that did it too! Im so proud!!!
