I DID IT!!!

Well, I did it.  I ran my first race... a sprint triathlon.  I honestly didn't know if I would even be able to finish, that's why I haven't posted anything on my blog about it yet.  My sweet sister-in-law Kim encouraged me to run it with her and at first I really didn't want to do it, (mainly because it meant I would have to get my lazy you-know-what out of bed in the morning to exercise) but after some persuasion she talked me into it.  And I am so glad she did.  I had the time of my life.  It was soooo much fun!!!

First I swam 300 meters and it took me 8 minutes and 55 seconds. Then I biked 12 miles and that took me 47 minutes and 35 seconds and then a 3 mile run that took me 30 minutes and 39 seconds.  Over all between that and the transitions it took me 1 hour and 33 minutes.  Out of a 1000 women I took 360th place and 39th in my age group.

I can see why these things are addicting.  I never in my life thought I would find enjoyment out of exercising.  I guess there's a first for everything.

Unfortunately Wade was unable to make it :( He's on a Medical mission for Operation Smile in Mexico.  It was disappointing not to have him there but I know he was there with me in spirit and I know he was thinking and wishing he was there too (CHEESY MUCH?)

Anyone up for running a triathlon with me next year?