So, I don't consider myself a "Runner". The first time I ever REALLY ran was after I had Maya. Tim and I decided to try Body for Life to lose all that wonderful baby fat. I was desperate and decided to start running at the age of 30. (Before I just walked.) I did the BFL regiment which is short interval sprints I guess is how you could describe it. I did that for a few years and then got pregnant with McKenna. This is how I know I'm not a runner - As soon as I started getting sick, tired, lazy, etc. I gave up on the exercise. As soon as I felt well enough to eat yummy foods, I did. Just didn't get back on the treadmill - EVER. Most "runner's" I know run all through their pregnancy as long as they can. Not me - I figure that for 9 months I'm going to gain weight so why not enjoy it. So 50 - 60 lbs. later, I have a baby and well, 50 or 60 lbs. So, again, after McKenna I got back on track and did BFL again.
I always thought about running a 5k or something but thought it was absolutely impossible. The most I had ever run was about 1 1/2 miles. I decided to give it a try and started seeing how far I could go. I realized that I just might be able to do it. So, I took the opportunity to run in the Race for the Cure. I figured, if I'm going to do it I might as well do it for a good cause.
I couldn't find anyone to run it with me. Tim came with me that morning and stayed while I ran. I had no idea what to expect. I was REALLY mad at myself because I was so nervous that I didn't eat ANYTHING all morning and the night before I just had a salad. The whole week before I had hurt my back exercising and so I didn't hardly run or do much of anything trying to heal before the race. I didn't even know how fast I would run or COULD run. I lined up with all these people and could tell they were serious runners. They all had their gear and did all these stretches. I stood there wondering, "what was I thinking." I tried to blend in but I think I really stood out like a sore thumb. Anyway, the race started and I realized at first that I was probably starting off too fast. The first mile was all up hill. I REALLY thought I wasn't going to make it if it was like this the whole way. It evened out pretty good after that. At first I just kept thinking, "I'm never doing this again. This is ridiculous, who does this? This isn't fun." Then after I hit the 2nd mile I thought, "Hey, this isn't so bad, I can actually do this, keep going, don't stop." I realized it was such a mental game. I finished the race and poor Tim wanted to get a picture of me crossing the finish line but right when I was crossing the line a woman with an umbrella came and stood right in front of him. He felt bad but I figure it was ok because I'm sure I wasn't a pretty sight at all. We found out my time and I did it in 30 min. 37 seconds. Just under 10 minute miles. Not bad for someone who didn't start running until she was 30. I have to start somewhere. I can't wait to do it next year.
So, I don't consider myself a "Runner". The first time I ever REALLY ran was after I had Maya. Tim and I decided to try Body for Life to lose all that wonderful baby fat. I was desperate and decided to start running at the age of 30. (Before I just walked.) I did the BFL regiment which is short interval sprints I guess is how you could describe it. I did that for a few years and then got pregnant with McKenna. This is how I know I'm not a runner - As soon as I started getting sick, tired, lazy, etc. I gave up on the exercise. As soon as I felt well enough to eat yummy foods, I did. Just didn't get back on the treadmill - EVER. Most "runner's" I know run all through their pregnancy as long as they can. Not me - I figure that for 9 months I'm going to gain weight so why not enjoy it. So 50 - 60 lbs. later, I have a baby and well, 50 or 60 lbs. So, again, after McKenna I got back on track and did BFL again. 
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Great job Casey! Very impressive and inspiring. Now, I've got to get myself really moving and do something like that! --Thanks for sharing.
Okay, it's official! You have to move back! I love reading your blog! I feel like we are all growing and learning so much!30 minutes is so GREAT for your first race and EVER! my first was 34 min and Emilee Davis recently kicked my bum and I ran it in 28 min! You ROCK! Congrats!
Well, congratulations! I hope a lifetime of running comes out of this. I have been running since I was nine, I did stop as soon as I was about three months pregnant with each pregnancy. So, you really shouldn't feel bad at all. I have been an on and off runner, and still am, but I love it and can't get enough of it once I get back into the routine. I don't run more than three times a week. My knees can't take any more than that. I wish we lived closer. I would love to be your running partner. Have you ever thought about getting a running group in your ward or stake? I have one that has been going on for three years now. It is a small group of 4-5 Moms that meet twice a week to run together. It is so motivational and very exciting. We also look for little local races to run together throughout the year, for more motivation and a challenge. I just started running the bigger races after my fourth kid. I never thought I could get passed 6 miles. I can go passed 13 now. So, give it a try. Start small and then try a 10K or 15K, to see what you think! You may become more addicted to running. You are amazing!
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