First ever Parkrun

[Cally73]

I have done it! Must admit it was fairly warm but as my local run is along the sea front I welcomed the sea breeze. Some runners there are amazing and super fast but I kept going and didn’t walk. My time was 31.45 so really pleased with that for my first ever 5K. Whilst running I kept thinking of the journey I have been on and thought about the support you have all given me. Your endless advice and support is invaluable. Thank you to each and every one of you. Feeling proud of myself and a little emotional too if I am honest!!

[Lindsey-joy Graduate]

Well done Cally! What a great achievement. I haven't been brave enough to sign up for one yet but there is a sea front one fairly locally which i am tempted by ....

[Cally73 Graduate in reply to Lindsey-joy]

Thanks so much. Go along, there really is a huge range of abilities. The sense of achievement afterwards is great!

[damienair Graduate]

Fantastic and very well done. That’s an excellent time for your first 5K.

Damien

[Cally73 Graduate in reply to damienair]

Thank you. I am quite proud of myself! Bit stiff and achy today though!

[Stephen_UK Graduate]

Well done. What a great time to do it in. Make sure you have a good rest now.

[Cally73 Graduate in reply to Stephen_UK]

Thanks. I quite enjoyed it!

[Debston Graduate]

Well done and what a super fast time, especially on such a hot day. Running along the seafront sounds lovely - hope there was an ice cream after for you!

[Cally73 Graduate in reply to Debston]

A nice cold Frappuccino from Starbucks was my treat! I was really happy with my time!

[ExiledInBrum Graduate]

Congratulations Cally73 that is a really good time for your first park run. I really like the park runs with everyone encouraging each other and no one judging if you are good or struggle at the back like me!