Saturday, October 11, 2008

My First Road Race!

I ran the 5K road race at UNH homecoming this morning.  I finished in 32:36 which was better than my goal of 34 minutes.  I averaged 10 minute 50 second miles.  I am very happy with my finish.  

I ended up placing 5th in my age group (30 - 39) but I am not sure how many folks were actually in my age group.  I want to believe more than 5!

I was very nervous this morning but once I got there, checked in and received my number I felt better.  Now that I know how things work I won't be as anxious next time.  I am thinking I will try one more race this fall.  

I really recommend a 5K road race for folks who are getting into running.  It definitely gave me a goal to work towards.  Everyone at the race was very supportive.  The event is not about winning (the people who won the race ran it in 16 minutes - crazy!) but it is about doing your best and achieving your own personal goals.  

8 comments:

Double C said...

way to go Jackie Snow!

Elizabeth Sofarelli said...

Awesome! That is a great time! Now you and Michele will have to sign up for a race in Chicago and come visit me! Maybe I'll even get inspired and start running, yeah right. haha! Have a great weekend!

Katie said...

AWESOME JACKIE! You should be proud of yourself!

Jemmmma said...

That's awesome! Way to go!

Mom of 3 Boys said...

great job jackie :)

Kelly said...

Great job Jackie !!! Way to go...

Anonymous said...

WooHoo Jackie!!! I knew you could do it.

Anonymous said...

Hey Jack, that is so awesome, the community of people at that type of events is always so positive, it is one of my favorite things about them. Great job reaching your goal!