ROCKMOM2's CalorieKing blog
Monday, Mar 2 2009 - COWTOWN SHUFFLE 5k
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2nd 5K was AWESOME!
New PR 11:52/M
Barely beat my previous time of 12:03/M
I feel really good about my time though, there were over 6,000 folks in this run and it was much more hilly that I am used to. Also a very windy day. Very cold! With that many people it was a constant back and forth sideways if you wanted to pass anyone. There were 16,000 folks competing in 6 races - Maraton, Ultra Marathon, 1/2 Marathon, 10K, 5K and Kids 5K! --WILDNESS!
It was a GREAT time! My Hubby had his Personal Best time as well and this was his 2nd 5K. Our daughter and son had their first race and sons GF and another friend of theirs also ran. It was great! Only got photos of the girls crossing the finish line the rest snuck in when I wasnt able to find them lotz of people crossing at the same time.
I was wishing I had tried the 10K hubby doesnt think I would have been ready for it, says I would need to train and run it at least once first probably right, but I have definitely decided I do want to complete a ½ marathon within the next year. I think that is doable. Yes, Virginia, I did say only 13.1 miles HA never thought that would be something I would say, but it really doesnt sound so bad to me. I have not desire to put my body through the intense workout and after effects of a full marathon but have more respect that can be imagined for those that do!
This photo is of all of us before the race, trying to stay warm in Barnes and Noble. Me, Amber (AGGIEREADHEAD08)-sons GF, Jake-son (TEXAGGIE08), Audrey-daughter (AUDREYISPLATINUM), Hubby-Bruce and Brandon (friend)
Jake and I right after the race!
Audrey, Amber and Jake
Hubby and I
Thanks for taking the time to look at my fun photos! My family is AWESOME! I am truly blessed!
Weight has bounced around again and has been around the same # for 2 days so I am going with it for my start for March - 153.8...not the 140's like a few days ago, but still a loss of 1-2 lbs for the month. Need to get more focused!
===========Had to add one more photo...PARTY...this is the reason for the pounds addition on my bod!
(((((HUGS))))) to all!
New PR 11:52/M
Barely beat my previous time of 12:03/M
I feel really good about my time though, there were over 6,000 folks in this run and it was much more hilly that I am used to. Also a very windy day. Very cold! With that many people it was a constant back and forth sideways if you wanted to pass anyone. There were 16,000 folks competing in 6 races - Maraton, Ultra Marathon, 1/2 Marathon, 10K, 5K and Kids 5K! --WILDNESS!
It was a GREAT time! My Hubby had his Personal Best time as well and this was his 2nd 5K. Our daughter and son had their first race and sons GF and another friend of theirs also ran. It was great! Only got photos of the girls crossing the finish line the rest snuck in when I wasnt able to find them lotz of people crossing at the same time.
I was wishing I had tried the 10K hubby doesnt think I would have been ready for it, says I would need to train and run it at least once first probably right, but I have definitely decided I do want to complete a ½ marathon within the next year. I think that is doable. Yes, Virginia, I did say only 13.1 miles HA never thought that would be something I would say, but it really doesnt sound so bad to me. I have not desire to put my body through the intense workout and after effects of a full marathon but have more respect that can be imagined for those that do!
This photo is of all of us before the race, trying to stay warm in Barnes and Noble. Me, Amber (AGGIEREADHEAD08)-sons GF, Jake-son (TEXAGGIE08), Audrey-daughter (AUDREYISPLATINUM), Hubby-Bruce and Brandon (friend)
Jake and I right after the race!
Audrey, Amber and Jake
Hubby and I
Thanks for taking the time to look at my fun photos! My family is AWESOME! I am truly blessed!
Weight has bounced around again and has been around the same # for 2 days so I am going with it for my start for March - 153.8...not the 140's like a few days ago, but still a loss of 1-2 lbs for the month. Need to get more focused!
===========Had to add one more photo...PARTY...this is the reason for the pounds addition on my bod!
(((((HUGS))))) to all!
18 comments so far.
18.
a decade ago
Hey there, girl!!!
:thumbu2: on the amazing race and a BIG CONGRATS to you and the whole family! How awesome and inspiring for you all to do that together!!! You ROCK!!! 
:clap: Thanks for sharing the pictures...they are GREAT!!! 
:kiss:
by STEPHT215
17.
a decade ago
Vicki~ These pics are great you runner lady! Congrats on all the progress you are making! Thanks so much for your support. It's so good to be back and really taking a proactive stance on my health again. Hugs to you!
by CHARLIEGIRL
16.
a decade ago
[IMG]http://www.livinglively.com/clipart/new2009/party.gif[/IMG] Congrats on your PR and a fantastic race with family! And Vicki you look tiny! You are doing such a great job.
:thumbu2:
by SUNNYM145
15.
a decade ago
Love the family pics!!! Looks like you all had a great time.
by KIMKOC
14.
a decade ago
Great job!
:clap: 
:love: the pics!
by MOM22SONZ
13.
a decade ago
I
:love: all the photos.....thank you for sharing them with us. What a great family. A half marathon - you go girl. You're doing awesome, and I think it's wonderful that your whole family is involved with this. What a great gift of good health and sharing this is for everyone. 
:love: BTW, I posted an image for you on my blog today.
by BUN201
12.
a decade ago
Great pics and I can see the rush in everyone's eyes. It is such a fun time and good family time for you. You are doing great. Have a wonderful day...
by BSWLPN95
11.
a decade ago
Such a happy clan!! Congratulations to you on so many different levels Vicki!!!
Jess
by JESSIEMAMA
10.
a decade ago
Vicki,
I was a gatorade passerouter/first aid person at the Napa Valley Marathon 23 mile aid station on Sunday....you runners are a breed unto yourselves. Certainly takes a lot of dedication! Congrats on improving your time!
Cyndie
by CYNDIESUE
9.
a decade ago
The picture of you and hubby partying made me smile. It looks like ya'll are having great fun and lots of love there.
by MAMA
8.
a decade ago
Vicki!
Thanks...you know that we all wanted to know how it went!
I love the pics...you ALL look so happy! And look at how cute you are!
Congrats!!
Nancy
by ESHERMAN
7.
a decade ago
Your pictures look great! You all look like you had a wonderful time
:) . I'm so glad you have your family involved! Maybe we can find a 1/2 and meet up for it, that would be cool! Of course i have to get my first 5k out of the way 
:laugh5: . We have one at the end of the clinic. I've been looking at the Big Dam Bridge...I'm a little nervous to agree...because I am a weinee and afraid of heights. I did do the Race for the Cure and crossed two bridges in Little Rock for that. But they were streets and wider, plus not nearly as long (or so it seemed). I'm really petrified that I won't be able to step out onto the BDB! I may get husband to take me down there sometime and at least see if I can get up the ramp..lol. We've only been to Murray park once in all the years we've lived here, and that was last year! It's really pretty there though,and I can imagine its really beautiful at sunset! congrats on your great finish! 
:clap:
:clap:
by JTAPP9
6.
a decade ago
I can't believe you. Two 5Ks and you have your sights on a half marathon!?! Amazing! You must be getting addicted to those endorphins . . . or something like that. You sure aren't going to have to worry about any weight-loss issues with training like that! Congrats, btw. You did great!
by DRJANRAY
5.
a decade ago
Great job on the run! You look really happy in this pics, too. That is so great!
:kiss: And thanks for the supportive blog comments. I am up around 7 pounds in two weeks. What was I thinking?! Back to the grindstone. 
:cry3:
by BREADANDROSES
4.
a decade ago
that's great, vicki! it's great that your family is along with you for the ride
:)
by MORTINI
3.
a decade ago
by JUSTPATTI
2.
a decade ago
What Great Memories you and your family will have!
That's SO awesome.....you have family with you!
Thanks for sharing your experience!
by LINDA1127OLDUSERNAME
1.
a decade ago
Congrats on the great run! You look awesome!
:thumbu2:
by MAMAMARTINEZ