We did it! My sister and I finished our first half marathon yesterday. It was so much fun and I can't wait to do it again next year! My only regret is that I didn't have my camera with me. There were so many things I wanted to take photos of along the way. Next time!
There were 1095 participants registered for the half marathon. 391 males & 704 females. Here are the results for our age group (40-44). Cynthia finished 81/122 participants (pace time of 11:19 per mile) and I finished 96/122 (pace time of 13:11 per mile).
At the starting line.
Before the race. My sister Cynthia & I feeling all piggly-wiggly.
My favorite part of the race = mile 7. That's when I saw my family (& Remy!). Such a good feeling to see people you know cheering you on!
At mile 10, there was one house passing out dixie cups of beer! I grabbed it thinking it was water and spilled most of it on my shirt.
Cheerleaders!!
Cynthia crossing the finish line. She ran the 13.1 in 2:29:22!
While I was still jogging, Cynthia was enjoying her post-race massage.
Jogging up to the finish line. My official time was 2:52:48.
Cynthia crossing the finish line.
Me crossing the finish line. What a great feeling!
After the race, we went back to my parents' house for a bbq. Omid made flank steak & teriyaki chicken. It was delicious!
My biggest cheerleader! Omid made sure I got my mileage in every week. Love you Omidjoon!