Shamrock Shuffle!

Craig and I on Race Day

 

This past Sunday I competed in my first race/fun run ever! The Shamrock Shuffle is a 2K/5K/10K race took place in downtown Madison on St. Patrick's Day to benefit The Boys and Girls Club of Dane County.  I decided as apart of my training/ working toward my Half-Ironman in July, I would participate the 10K. 

 

Arriving downtown, I was a bit nervous because I didn't know what to expect.  I had walked in 5K's in the past, but never ran or had been timed.  Once my partner and I got going, I was really enjoying myself.  The hills were tough, but surprisingly not too bad.  I realized that while these races are a personal goal, there is a community of runners who were supportive of others. 

 

I have been pleased with my progress thus far, and hope to continue improving.  I will beginning my official training plan in 12 days.  I am getting more and more excited for the next few months. 

 

Stay tuned for more information on my progress, workouts, and fun!

April
Mad City Relay

May
Madison Glow Run
Madison Half Marathon

June
Lake Mills Sprint Tri
Verona Olympic Tri

July
Door County Half-Iron!

I am really beginning to feel that I am changing my life for the better, to simply be a happier and healthier verison of myself!

Cheers,

Samantha