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Name:: Randall
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Birthday:: 03/24/1943
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I just gotta tell you, not bragging or anything, I not only completed the 5k run this morning (a goal in itself!), I won my age division and broke my personal best time by a minute (25' 10"). Yep, I'm feeling pretty perky.

It was hot and very humid out there, even at 8AM. No wind, however--just a light breeze. I thought I started out too fast, but seemed to get into a smooth gait with fairly long strides. Before long, I was passing the quick starters and just kept on truckin'.

My sister rooted me through the finish. We celebrated by going to the local fire department's pancake and sausage breakfast. I only had 6 and 2 respectively (roll eyes).

Now that the race is over, it would be easy to fall back into my old pattern of eating more and running less, but I'm going to fight it. The benefits and rewards of keeping in shape are too great. Of course, it means I have less time to spend on greasy, so forgive me for not getting around to reading all my friends' posts more regularly. I appreciate your patience.
Enjoy the rest of the weekend.
Barack and Joe--GO!!

posted on Aug 23, 2008 9:08 AM ()

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Wow... I'm proud of you!!!! I have a friend who just ran in the Crater Lake relay and here I am, barely able to walk. This is not good. Actually, I am walking better these days and most of the pain is gone. Now, I just have to work at getting back in shape.

Again, Randall, I'm proud of you! Annie :o)

comment by anniel on Aug 28, 2008 2:25 PM ()

Bad backs, dog bites, foot problems, being overweight, etc. can all be reasons for not running. Notice I didn't say "excuses"?

Thanks, though.

reply by solitaire on Sept 2, 2008 2:01 PM ()

This is the third time that I am here- my third visit, but I never left a comment before. I think this post makes me feel fat and lazy. Never mind, at least I can admire your resolve.

comment by dragonflyby on Aug 28, 2008 7:23 AM ()

It takes resolve, but I enjoy eating too much to quit. There's the balance. Don't feel bad--you can paint, I can't, and wish I could.

reply by solitaire on Sept 2, 2008 2:12 PM ()

I know that feeling. Since my surgeries, I am sooooo out of shape.

reply by anniel on Aug 28, 2008 2:23 PM ()

Congrats! I so want to run... I just can't make myself. Maybe cookie will make me start to run? Who knows!

comment by spicybitch on Aug 26, 2008 7:55 AM ()

Sorry for the late response, Beth. Just found your note. It's a lot easier to run, now that I have more time. My daughter (age 30) forced herself to get motivated--now loves running and feels so much better. By the way, your dog (avatar) looks just like the one that attacked me! I won't hold it against you.

reply by solitaire on Sept 2, 2008 2:17 PM ()

Wow Randy, that is fabulous news to be proud of for sure. Good for you. Keep up the positive work. You're an inspiration.

comment by shesaidwhat on Aug 26, 2008 4:45 AM ()

A belated thanks Terri. It's in my genes I guess.

reply by solitaire on Sept 2, 2008 1:59 PM ()

That IS an accomplishment! I could never do it. It's worth keeping up as you intend to do! Nothing is worth more than good health!!

comment by sunlight on Aug 24, 2008 2:23 PM ()

You have every right to be proud!!

reply by sunlight on Sept 8, 2008 1:43 AM ()

I just hope I don't sound like a bragger--don't mean to. Just proud. Thanks.

reply by solitaire on Aug 25, 2008 1:41 PM ()

Good for you!!! Congrats!

Running 5k is no small feat! I took a running clinic earlier this summer, and for our last session we ran for 30 minutes, which measured out to about 5k, I believe. I thought I was gonna die by the end... but so proud of myself that I didn't.

comment by mellowdee on Aug 24, 2008 12:58 PM ()

Thanks. It's nice to be appreciated. I do it for my health, both physical and mental. Besides, I'm a nut!

reply by solitaire on Aug 25, 2008 1:39 PM ()

Way to go Randy!!!!

Laurie

comment by dogsalot on Aug 23, 2008 8:19 PM ()

Hope it didn't sound like I was boasting. It just feels good. Thanks Laurie.

reply by solitaire on Aug 24, 2008 6:24 AM ()

comment by imaginaryfriend on Aug 23, 2008 4:54 PM ()

Congratulations. What an achievement for an O. G.

comment by elderjane on Aug 23, 2008 1:17 PM ()

Thanks for reminding me (O.G.)! Luckily, I feel like a spring chicken.

reply by solitaire on Aug 24, 2008 6:27 AM ()

Congrats Randy!

I hope you've gotten to my posts - I'm on vacation and I'll bet you can guess where.

comment by catdancer on Aug 23, 2008 11:26 AM ()

Thanks Cat. I haven't read any posts for a week. No time!

reply by solitaire on Aug 24, 2008 6:29 AM ()

Way to go!!!

comment by marta on Aug 23, 2008 11:04 AM ()

Thanks, Martha. Nothing like patting one's self on the back.

reply by solitaire on Aug 24, 2008 6:32 AM ()

Impressed with your accomplishment. Stay with it. There's nothing better than being fit.

comment by tealstar on Aug 23, 2008 9:26 AM ()

I appreciate the kudos. Thanks Harriet.

reply by solitaire on Aug 24, 2008 6:23 AM ()

Good for you!!!!!!!! I wish that I could run, but my ankles are so darn weak! I walk, however. You will probably live to be 110! We will have to take good care of ourselves so that we can be around to aggravate you!

comment by angiedw on Aug 23, 2008 9:16 AM ()

No aggrevation--I'm the phlegmatic one! Good to hear from you. I'll be checking for a post as soon as I finish answering comments.

reply by solitaire on Aug 24, 2008 6:21 AM ()

Good for you!!!

comment by looserobes on Aug 23, 2008 9:15 AM ()

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