36 Minutes 12 Seconds

We are so proud of Wendy! She completed her first 5K run in over 10 years. (probably closer to 15) It was a good experience for her. She was able to start the race with a bunch of friends. Of course, as with any race it doesn't take long to get separated by a stride or two. By the time I was able to get the kids to the race she had finished already. So much for taking 45 minutes!! So we missed the big finish, but we were there to help congratulate all of our friends as they handed out awards.

She finished in a time of 36 minutes 12 seconds. Considering that the course was uphill for the last mile and a quarter and that her treadmill time is closer to 45 minutes that is really good. Her only complaint was that some of the other racers (one in particular) had such an irregular pace and their breathing sounded like a semi-truck gearing down that Wendy had to focus hard to keep her own rhythm. Wendy was undaunted and insists that since she can beat a male police officer "semi-truck" she will keep training for more races. Good for her!! She is setting a great example for her kids.

Adam