Race Reports

In 2009 I decided to try a local 5k. I wasn’t a runner, I was just looking for a way to mix up my workouts. Just one year later, I ran a half-marathon. I’m not exceptionally good or fast but I make up for all that in determination. So, it’s taken me a while to admit it – but here it is: I am a runner.

There are days where I’m missing my mojo. Days where three miles is a struggle and I wonder how I ever ran a marathon. For those days, I’m pulling together this list of my race reports. To remind me that I really can accomplish physical challenges. If it helps motivate you on those bad run days – all the better.

My first 5K. Me? Run a race? Ha!

My first half marathon. That never would have happened without a fine group of equally crazy ladies.

A reflection on the year I started running.

My first triathlon. A goal I never even thought would be a goal. And then… then I was hooked.

My second triathlon. AKA let’s go swimming outside when it’s only 40 degrees out!

My first 15K. The race with the sprained ankle.

My first marathon. It remains to be seen if this will be my only marathon.

My first team triathlon. There are always lessons in these events. The lesson here? Relay teams are fun!

Tri The Creek #2 A triathlon PR by 16 minutes!

Hot Chocolate 15K in Chicago, new course – no sprained ankle – much more fun!

The Inaugural Tinker Bell Half Marathon My first Run Disney event and I hope not my last. The most fun I’ve ever had running 13 miles!

Taltree 10: 10 miles of punishing hills, muddy trails and loads of fun!

Chicago Spring Half Marathon *PR Alert* I finally break 2:30.

Wonder what I’ll add next….