I’ve Decided to Do It and I’m Excited

bmorechick · ‎03-11-2010

My daughter and 12 year old grandaughter are running in our local half marathon (13.1 miles). I want so badly to run it with them, but I haven't done that in a very long time and really haven't been training for that distance. Don't want to chance it and injure myself. At 69, that may not be so good.

So I have decided to run the 5k (3.1 miles) as I know I can handle that because that's been my typical twice a week run. However, I have been running on a treadmill and running outside is different so...this week, our weather is going to warm up and I am going to hit the asphalt and see how I feel. It's not until April, so I have some time to readjust to road running. If I do ok, I'm going to run the 10k (6.2 miles) at the beach in October. My daughter and grandaughter said they will do that one with me, but oh chicks, you will have to slow down for Grammy!

I love that we will be doing this together. Even though they are on a different course and distance, it's still so cool to participate.

Teddixat · ‎10-04-2010

@bmorechick You go girl. Good for you. Enjoy

Carmie · ‎10-25-2010

Wow, that's great.

I couldn't run to save my life..never could.

I can send some good wishes you way though. Best of luck to you.

Coastalcarolina · ‎04-02-2015

I think it is wonderful 🥰. Life's too short not to make these memories. Later in your granddaughter's life, she will remember this fondly and be so proud of you!

isaboo · ‎03-13-2010

That's both awesome and inspiring!

San Antonio Gal · ‎05-18-2017

Good for you. I think you should participate. Wish I could run. You must be in great shape @bmorechick . I'm envious.

SloopJohnB · ‎04-25-2020

@bmorechick wrote:
My daughter and 12 year old grandaughter are running in our local half marathon (13.1 miles). I want so badly to run it with them, but I haven't done that in a very long time and really haven't been training for that distance. Don't want to chance it and injure myself. At 69, that may not be so good.

So I have decided to run the 5k (3.1 miles) as I know I can handle that because that's been my typical twice a week run. However, I have been running on a treadmill and running outside is different so...this week, our weather is going to warm up and I am going to hit the asphalt and see how I feel. It's not until April, so I have some time to readjust to road running. If I do ok, I'm going to run the 10k (6.2 miles) at the beach in October. My daughter and grandaughter said they will do that one with me, but oh chicks, you will have to slow down for Grammy!

I love that we will be doing this together. Even though they are on a different course and distance, it's still so cool to participate.

@bmorechick 🏃👟🌟🏅🏁💕

I would give everything I own just to have you back again.......David Gates of Bread

JeanLouiseFinch · ‎10-03-2011

Wow, @bmorechick, my hat's off to you. DH was a runner, did several marathons once upon a time. Never something I was interested in or able to do.

spiderw · ‎06-14-2010

I admire you for doing something healthy and challenging. Making it even more special is that you will be sharing a common bond with your daughter and granddaughter!!!! Enjoy it all!!!

lynnie61 · ‎04-28-2010

@bmorechick Wow, what an inspiration. I'm happy I can still walk that many miles. A friend from Baltimore she runs a lot of marathons. Her grown daughter was trying to run marathons in all 50 states! My friend has gotten awards for many of her events.

Best wishes! It's also going to be warm here in SW PA this week, so I'm trying to get outside for a few great walks this week. I'm so ready for spring!