Wednesday, August 1, 2012

Challenge Yourself: Marcum Workplace Challenge 5k

Can I make it to the end?
HELL YES!!
Who the hell woulda thought I would EVER be here! I did my first 5k and I NEVER thought I would do that, but to do another 5k at over 40 pounds less than the last one, wow, just wow. If you would have asked me if I would have ever done a 5k I would not just say no, but HELL NO. This was so special, even more so than the first.  This one was completely self motivated.
I heard about it thought work and was like...I'll think about it.  Secretly wanting to talk a friend into doing it with me, but I knew in my heart I wanted to be the person that did the 5k. I want to admire who I am. If someone told me they were doing it, I would be like WOW, I would love to be like that, but I can't. Well it turns out I CAN BE THAT PERSON. I trained only the week before. Taking a few longer jog/walks 1.5-2.5 miles. Even did some trail running---and I enjoyed it! I had a goal and I went for it!
Was is scary- yes HELL yes! But these quotes inspired me!!

“Do one thing everyday that scares you.” Elenor Roosevelt

"Life Begins Outside at the End of Your Comfort Zone"Neale Donald Walsch

BE YOUR OWN ROLE MODEL!

It was exciting and amazing and I felt so accomplished.  Not to mention this 5k also came with the benefit of networking, getting to know so many others that work on Long Island. It was really a no brainer---sometimes you gotta just say yes! Don't let fear make your decisions, let your heart!

The start of the race
The beautiful sunset at Jones beach

Victory is mine!




Welcome to the gun show!



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