My first 5k

I took the plunge and signed up for a 5k!

I know, what the hell am I thinking?

I've always wanted to be one of those runner types, but clearly I am not a runner. I thought why not give it a shot, so we have formed a team at work and will be participating in the Bronson Children's 5k. Raising money for a Children's hospital seems like a good idea, and it is a walk/run so I can take my time and not feel pressured to run if I can't.

I was a tad concerned with being able to finish it, as I'm not sure when the last time I even walked for 3 miles straight, let alone run. So I jumped on the treadmill and began. I use the Zombies 5k app for training, I am on week 3 workout 1. This was only 46 mins long, which didn't quite get my 3.1 miles in, which left me just listening to music to finish out. My current time is 58 minutes, this averages a little over 18 mins a mile, so I do have some improving to do. I'm hopeful my time will improve with continued training. I am excited to see the results in my weightloss, endurance, and overall time.

And of course a quick plug in; if you would be interested in supporting our team for the Childrens 5k visit our site and make a donation: TEAM UCC

Funds raised support life enhancement services for hospitalized children, including child life services, music therapy, advanced illness management, guided imagery during medical treatments and more. These services help our youngest patients in many ways, including reducing fear and anxiety, helping patients know what to expect from treatment, reducing pain and the need for pain medication, and improving the patient and family experience.

As southwest Michigan’s only children’s hospital, Bronson Children’s Hospital is committed to maintaining a full complement of pediatric specialists to treat seriously ill and injured children. Your generous support helps ensure the highest level of pediatric care that children and their families count on to be here when they need it. By coming together, we can help secure the future of children’s healthcare in our community.

Every dollar helps!