tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-435745094786919192.post3195787745735841319..comments2023-04-15T09:55:27.119-04:00Comments on Post Smith: 5K = FAILShainahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12217445439159772301noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-435745094786919192.post-3898751193125154152009-05-20T11:53:05.282-04:002009-05-20T11:53:05.282-04:00I know this is very late- but I am catching up. I...I know this is very late- but I am catching up. I am sorry about the race. So sorry. You had done so much good training! I am proud of you for doing it - and finishing. Good job! <br /><br />(P.S. I love the new blog layout. It is amazing!)Tarynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18142105931652314859noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-435745094786919192.post-33802083078476754322009-05-18T08:09:00.000-04:002009-05-18T08:09:00.000-04:00Shaina, congratulations on finishing your first ra...Shaina, congratulations on finishing your first race! I think everyone mentioned everything I could ever think of to say - you finished your first race and found some positives in it and you're going to keep up with running. That, in and of itself, is amazing!! <br /><br />Hope you have a wonderful monday!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-435745094786919192.post-50919787904476345552009-05-18T02:26:00.000-04:002009-05-18T02:26:00.000-04:00Aw Shaina, I hope you're feeling better since you ...Aw Shaina, I hope you're feeling better since you posted '5K= FAIL'. Your dedication and enthusiasm about running is truly inspiring. While it didn't go as well as you'd hoped, it sounds like you did great and you met quite a few of your goals!<br /><br />Be kind to yourself, it sounds like you've worked really hard and you deserve to be proud of your effort!Michellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13858182085145550923noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-435745094786919192.post-55653905492328748322009-05-17T22:46:00.000-04:002009-05-17T22:46:00.000-04:00So frustrating when it doesn't work out as you...So frustrating when it doesn't work out as you had hoped. I'm competitive with myself when it comes to things like this, so I get it.<br /><br />For what it's worth, it impresses the heck out of me that you even signed up for a 5K, let alone completed one. I loathe running (although I like exercise) & truly admire anyone with the discipline to stick with it. So congratulations on finishing!Melissa @ I Pick Prettyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12300398605721219551noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-435745094786919192.post-8640465149249143172009-05-17T15:18:00.000-04:002009-05-17T15:18:00.000-04:00I'm sorry it didn't work out the way you had hoped...I'm sorry it didn't work out the way you had hoped. That's always so hard. I couldn't do what you did so I'm impressed. Try not to beat yourself up. And yes, just get back into training. You'll be great for the next one I'm sure! :)Kellyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03171633258833773767noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-435745094786919192.post-79192647729992830012009-05-17T13:39:00.000-04:002009-05-17T13:39:00.000-04:00There are millions of people who can't even walk a...There are millions of people who can't even walk a 5k, so you get gold medals for finishing at all!! I'm sorry it didn't work out as well as you hoped, but things will only get better from here!!Jackiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14838224991966075589noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-435745094786919192.post-76464479340037952952009-05-17T09:54:00.000-04:002009-05-17T09:54:00.000-04:00I'm sorry you feel like you failed, but I can't ev...I'm sorry you feel like you failed, but I can't even work up enough motivation to register for a 5K, much less train for one. I think that your race was a success because you worked hard to prepare for it and you finished! I wish I could be more like you! Hang in there!Christinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08261043767708758419noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-435745094786919192.post-73752435302944880492009-05-16T23:15:00.000-04:002009-05-16T23:15:00.000-04:00I am so sorry you had a rough run! But you really...I am so sorry you had a rough run! But you really didn't do so bad! You're amazing for getting out there and doing it at all. And the next time you do it, you know it will be better. Hang in there. Can't wait to hear about your training.Brittany Annhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04316417410513395767noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-435745094786919192.post-40824152652629267672009-05-16T21:02:00.000-04:002009-05-16T21:02:00.000-04:00No way, Jose... you didn't fail at all! Trust me.....No way, Jose... you didn't fail at all! Trust me... I can't even do 3 miles on the ellyptical. You are such an inspiration for me and I'm glad you're not giving up!katiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09817938803692118239noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-435745094786919192.post-22834737153308987772009-05-16T19:21:00.000-04:002009-05-16T19:21:00.000-04:00I am sending you a big hug. I wish I could say the...I am sending you a big hug. I wish I could say the perfect thing to let you know that it is okay, but that has to come from within. <br /><br />You got out there, and you did your best and that is all that matters. So many people aren't even able to run, we should be grateful we can. There is an entire method to run/walking called the Galloway Method (I think?) and it is legitimate. There is no shame in walking. <br /><br />I am still proud of you. I think you should continue to train. You'll get there!kilaxhttp://www.ilaxstudio.com/blog/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-435745094786919192.post-7776645418937432102009-05-16T18:49:00.000-04:002009-05-16T18:49:00.000-04:00Everyone has an off day. Maybe this was it for you...Everyone has an off day. Maybe this was it for you. You have to remember that some people never EVER even do a 5k run....some people can't even walk a 5k. <br /><br />You're going to be just fine and the next 5K you do I bet you crush the other runners!Crazy Shenanigans-JMOhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03494603714481735184noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-435745094786919192.post-49206011640178171962009-05-16T18:40:00.000-04:002009-05-16T18:40:00.000-04:00Hey girl,
I'm sure I've told you befoe that I did...Hey girl,<br /><br />I'm sure I've told you befoe that I did my first 5k about 1-2 yrs ago. I walked. I did not run the whole time. Nor did I run the whole time for my recent 10 miler. But you know what? I got out there and tried. And I keep on trying. Just like you are and that's better than what most people are doing. I was so worried when I started reading your post but was relieved at the end when you mentioned the positives - WONDERFUL positives. Please don't let this discourage you. Also, just this was ONE bad day that just happened to be race day. We all have them and running is so psychological. Some days when I was scheduled to train for even just 20 minutes I didn't! But, I kept going and you will too. Congratualations love on a successful race - I am SO proud of you and your attitude. <br /><br />Love your friend,<br /><br />JulieWearing Mascarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04223512062497084614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-435745094786919192.post-79907989693507020622009-05-16T17:45:00.000-04:002009-05-16T17:45:00.000-04:00Okay, miss, you are just FINE!!! You did it, you ...Okay, miss, you are just FINE!!! You did it, you finished, you didn't die, you didn't break anything, and you burned calories in the process!! It is your first race ever, and that alone is something to be proud of. We are all proud of you. I did my first 10K this spring, and my first goal was to finish (done), my second goal was to do it in an hour (1:00.28). I was SO mad about it, but hey, I did the race which I never ever thought I could honestly do. <br /><br />I'm glad you are mentally prepared to do another race. The mental part is always the hardest. If you are going to train, I think Hal Higgdon is the BEST. I used him for my 10K, and my husband has used him for his 4 1/2 marathons and will use him for his marathon this fall. It gets you out there running at least 3-4 days a week which you need to do in order to stay focused (in my opinion). Think of the positive health benefits that you are giving to yourself!!! Suck it up girl (and I mean it in the sweetest, nicest, funniest way- honest!!) and get out there this week! I wish I were closer to be your running buddy!!AEOThttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09968086949710666964noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-435745094786919192.post-86632945669099187322009-05-16T17:23:00.000-04:002009-05-16T17:23:00.000-04:00Shaina. Stop crying right this instant. Nobody s...Shaina. Stop crying right this instant. Nobody said it was going to be easy - right? Would you even want to do it, if it were going to be easy? This was Race #1 and you finished it...and that's what is important. As you race more and run more and really start getting into it - the "fun" will fall into place. You are being far too hard on yourself, my friend.<br /><br />I know what will cheer you up. Go make some cookie brownies covered in fat, I mean ganache. And enjoy! :) Or think happy Paula Deen thoughts. :)Lisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07134296184907306393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-435745094786919192.post-18093210772889310442009-05-16T17:08:00.000-04:002009-05-16T17:08:00.000-04:00I'm sorry you're disappointed. I wish I could get ...I'm sorry you're disappointed. I wish I could get the energy up to attend a race, much less actually participate in one. You did great. Don't be too hard on yourself. I'm jealous of you if that helps!Pretty Personal Giftshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11112985991226271647noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-435745094786919192.post-45710103343715887722009-05-16T17:07:00.000-04:002009-05-16T17:07:00.000-04:00Okay...so I'm pretty sure we started running aroun...Okay...so I'm pretty sure we started running around the same time...and I am so far from even thinking about a race it's crazy. You are awesome for even doing that. I'm so impressed with you!<br /><br />And hello...you finished! You did a freaking race! And you didn't come in last :) And don't worry about all those people who passed you...kids can run forever...they're freaks. And firemen are super athletic right?<br /><br />I think your first race is a learning experience. It's a starting point for you and you are going to improve. I totally get that you are disappointed...but I think you did absolutely fantastic! I "quick" runs are 12 minute miles and I by far don't keep that up for the whole 5K...so...my friend...you are a solider :)Lucky in Lovehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12153263619520465219noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-435745094786919192.post-81399081386807496712009-05-16T16:55:00.000-04:002009-05-16T16:55:00.000-04:00I'm sorry it didn't go as well as you had hoped, b...I'm sorry it didn't go as well as you had hoped, but don't be too hard on yourself. This is a great accomplishment that many of us (myself including) cannot boast! You did amazing. Don't give up on yourself. Aim for the 10 K in the fall - you can totally do it.Lucy Mariehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09172695235913542465noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-435745094786919192.post-34620589382868016712009-05-16T16:50:00.000-04:002009-05-16T16:50:00.000-04:00oh shaina, don't be so hard on yourself!! you just...oh shaina, don't be so hard on yourself!! you just started running not that long ago at ALL. i'm very impressed with you. most people would never even sign up to run in a race - you did!! i would not use the word "FAIL" to describe this at all. And definitely not epic fail, which is good news ;) If you want a 10k training program, let me know. I'm doing it now, and it's actually pretty fun. and i HATE running.jennhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01899230553694156798noreply@blogger.com