Well, I completed the Monster Dash, my first 5K race today and I am not only pleased that I reached my goals, which were:

1. Finish the race

2. Finish in the middle of the group

3. If possible, don't walk -- even if your jog is a slower pace than your walk

I am also pleased that I finished in less than 30 minutes. While I still would not label myself as a runner, I think that I am well on my way.

I am not sure if this was motivating or embarrassing, but I was totally lapped by a woman pushing a double jogging stroller with two kids (adding at least 60 pounds) and a woman dressed in a mouse costume. Nice!

Thank you and congrats to all my friends who helped answer all my questions and for all of your support. Got to run -- must train for my next race.