Then on Saturday morning we drove to Virginia Beach, VA for the Rock n' Roll Half Marathon. We went to the Expo on Saturday evening to get our bib #s and goodie bags, and then went to Olive Garden to load up on carbs. We got up at 4 am on Sunday to be at the start line by 5:30. The race started at 7:00. We ran separately, but the best part about that was that it kept me motivated to get to the finish line to see Aaron! It was a fun race. They had rock bands every mile along the way, and high school cheerleading squads were everywhere cheering us on with the general public. There were over 17,000 runners and everyone was spirited. It was a high energy morning, which made the race a little easier, but the last 3 miles were really difficult (I speak for myself only). It was a good experience for me to praise God in, though. I was very mindful of the health that He has given me and the ability to train and discipline (since March) my body for a purpose. Glory be to the Creator of these dwellings (bodies) in which He lives by His Spirit! Even though I am having trouble walking today, I am very glad I did it and I hope to do it again next year, or the next! Hope we have more participation :)
At the Expo on Saturday. Lots of vendors, but we only stayed long enough to check-in and buy some t-shirts.
Early morning before the race. The weather was perfect for it- not too hot and not too cold, with a great breeze.
At the Expo on Saturday. Lots of vendors, but we only stayed long enough to check-in and buy some t-shirts.Early morning before the race. The weather was perfect for it- not too hot and not too cold, with a great breeze.
After the race...calling to let everyone know we survived! We didn't get a post-race picture together with our running gear still on, but you can see the dry spot on my sleeve. That was the only part that didn't get drenched in sweat. I'm already wearing my medal proudly by that time.
We hung out on the beach and listened to the band for while, but we didn't stay the whole afternoon. It was fun to take our running shoes off and get our feet in the ocean!
So many people! There was a concert that night, but we opted to go out on a dinner/movie date near our hotel instead.
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