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Turning 50 in March and just finished my first 5K! Ok, I'm hooked and have signed up for my second already.

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Turning 50 in March and just finished my first 5K! Ok, I'm hooked and have signed up for my second already. I ran the first one at a slow pace of 14:25 per mile or 44:46.5. I'm almost 300 lbs. so this was a victory! On to better times and getting to and staying at a healthy weight.

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amazing job - well done for taking that step and working on yourself! Glad you are proud of yourself- you really should be!! Keep going and honestly life will totally change for you. Firstly enjoy the process and secondly believe in yourself!

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Thank you! I appreciate your kind and supportive message.

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