Half Marathon

October 17, 2009 I was able to accomplish one of my lifetime goals and finish a half marathon with a time of 1:58.36. I am so happy to have shared this goal with two of my sister-in-laws, Lori and Steph. I am now determined to try and beat my time next year. It was a great experience and I thank my amazing husband for all his support and coming with Brady to cheer me on. It was so nice to see their smiling faces at the finish line.

Steph crossing the finish line.

I am so proud of Lori and all her hard work and dedication. Most of her training runs consisted of her pushing Meredith in her jogging stroller. Not an easy feat. Mer is a trooper and hung out with the boys (Uncle Brad, Jesse and Brady) during the race cheering her mom on.

Steph concurred the 13.1 miles as well. She did a lot of her training with her loving husband riding his bike behind her so she did not have to run by herself in the dark. What a great guy!

I have to thank my friend, Cherie, who convinced me to do the half marathon. She is a veteran and has now ran 4 halfs herself and accomplished a PR this time around.

Our great great friends, Kara, Mark and Kate came to cheer us all on as well. I can not thank them enough for being there at the finish line. Kara was so sweet to let me wear her coat after the race since I was freezing:) What a friend.