Defying Gravity

Yesterday I ran a half marathon. 13.1 miles or 21.1 km. My good friend and inspiration Amanda offered to run beside me, even though it meant slowing way down from her usual pace. (She's a rock star. This was her 7th half marathon.)

I've always claimed that I'm not pretty when I run, but these pictures totally make me regret the bandana. It is a lulu lemon one, but still. Ah well, it was very effective at keeping the sweat out of my eyes!

There were 208 runners, with 72 running the half marathon.

Lined up, all ready to go.

These pictures make me laugh. I'm totally a dork. Seriously. We had to loop around Winkler twice. The first time, we were wearing our sunglasses. The second time, we were wishing for our sweaters!

And I finished. I wanted to keep 10 minute miles, and so  I was pretty pumped when I crossed at 2:12. I didn't really have any goals in mind, as this was the first time I had ever run anything longer than 12 miles. It was a huge accomplishment, no matter what the time!

Every person who completes the half marathon, got a medal. Woo hoo!!

Seriously - look at Amanda - she doesn't even look like she just ran 13 miles. Tall Amanda, however, does, and still regrets the bandana!

:) One of my life's goals crossed off the list.