Last Saturday, I decided to lace up my shoes (new ones) and try a 5K race. This would be the longest run since I injured my knee in February. I was really concerned about this but decided I would never know if I was ready unless I tried.
I was racing the DRC Tal Morrison Classic. The race was free since it was a member race. My husband was running the 15K and going slow since has a half this weekend. So I decided to line up with him and take it slow. We started out at a 10:30 pace and my knee felt good. At the turn around point, I knew I could go faster so I picked up the pace. I knew my finish time wouldn't be my fastest but I was happy to know that I could run again without pain! I finished the 5K in 32:10 or a 10:03 pace. I definitely finished slower than I have before but to be able to run again felt wonderful!!
Since my knee is doing better, I will be working on sprint intervals to increase my speed and registering for the Derby Run. The Derby Run was my second 5K last year when I was walking and I loved the course because it was fast. I am hoping to PR at the race make it under 30 minutes. Fingers crossed!!
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