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Thread started 10/04/09 10:13am

CarrieMpls

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I did it!

I ran and finished the TC 10 mile race this morning. I even made my goal time (I wanted to finish in 2 hours 15 minutes and my official time was 2 hours 12 minutes). Yes, it's incredibly slow by running standards, but dammit, I FINISHED.

The race is part of the Twin Cities Marathon (which was also today, right behind me, actually) and the US track and field championship 10 mile race was the one I ran in too. The marathon is considered the most beautiful urban marathon in the country. And it was, indeed, a beautiful run from Minneapolis to St Paul.

My journey began in March, when I took a learn-to-run class to try to shed a few pounds that I'd put on when I quit smoking. Here I am, 7 months later, 45 pounds lighter, a new job, a new home and I'm actually looking forward to continuing running.

OH - and I quit drinking while I was training. I had my first cocktail in months with brunch this morning too, in a dirty punk rock bar. I feel like "myself" again, just a little bit. But I'm liking the new version of myself too.

Here's me (after I changed) at the finish, in front of the capitol building in St Paul:

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Reply #1 posted 10/04/09 10:19am

Imago

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You look great!

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Reply #2 posted 10/04/09 10:23am

whistle

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love

yes, you do look great!
looks like a really nice day in Mpls...

i'm a burnt grilled-cheese sandwich.
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Reply #3 posted 10/04/09 10:23am

Alej

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I heard the beat is...
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Reply #4 posted 10/04/09 10:27am

Slave2daGroove

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Congrats! You're an inspiration!

Can't stop the groove...
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Reply #5 posted 10/04/09 10:38am

CarrieMpls

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Thanks you guys!

Still another 25 pounds to my first goal weight. Then probably another 15 after that. Ugh.

But I'm really, really happy with my progress so far!

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Reply #6 posted 10/04/09 10:40am

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I am so happy for you! Congrats!!!

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Reply #7 posted 10/04/09 11:08am

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clapping Congratulations!!! you do really look good!!! I'm so happy for you woot!

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Reply #8 posted 10/04/09 11:11am

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You are a huge inspiration. I'm coming up on my year anniversary of quitting smoking, and your posts back when you quit helped me out a lot. I'm also planning to start a running program for myself, so you've been a great org role model.

Congratulations, and keep up the good work!

beeeeWARE!
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Reply #9 posted 10/04/09 11:18am

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wow, good for you! congratulations. and you look awesome! hug


i bet you could use a cigarette after all that running.....

"does my cock look fat in these jeans?"
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Reply #10 posted 10/04/09 11:23am

Statuesqque

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Congratulations! you look fabulous...

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Reply #11 posted 10/04/09 12:20pm

CarrieMpls

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Efan said:

You are a huge inspiration. I'm coming up on my year anniversary of quitting smoking, and your posts back when you quit helped me out a lot. I'm also planning to start a running program for myself, so you've been a great org role model.

Congratulations, and keep up the good work!


aww... thanks.

Other than sore legs ( lol ) I feel really, really good. smile

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Reply #12 posted 10/04/09 12:21pm

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errant said:

wow, good for you! congratulations. and you look awesome! hug


i bet you could use a cigarette after all that running.....


lol

Honestly, it doesn't even occur to me now.

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Reply #13 posted 10/04/09 1:09pm

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wow I am so proud of you!!!! congratulations on a job well done. What a year you are having hug

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Reply #14 posted 10/04/09 1:18pm

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Woot Woot! ... Wahooooo

Org Invasion San Francisco August 26-29!!!!

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Reply #15 posted 10/04/09 1:23pm

ThreadBare

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Awesome stuff, Carrie! woot! I'm so proud of you!!!

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Reply #16 posted 10/04/09 2:18pm

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Well done!!! clapping

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Reply #17 posted 10/04/09 2:30pm

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eek GO GIRL!!!


Also, you're quite a foxy woman! biggrin *has only seen headshot pics*

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Reply #18 posted 10/04/09 2:32pm

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woot! Great job!!!! excited

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Reply #19 posted 10/04/09 3:27pm

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Congrats to you.

Bus Wankers!
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Reply #20 posted 10/04/09 3:51pm

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Right on, Carrie!

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Reply #21 posted 10/04/09 3:52pm

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that is amazing!!!! eyepop

my sister got herself a personal trainer a couple of weeks ago. She is pretty big but has already lost 2kg

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Reply #22 posted 10/04/09 4:02pm

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well done honey bun!

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Reply #23 posted 10/04/09 4:07pm

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Great going Carrie! You really look stunning too.
I'm so happy for you hug

raw taco nut meat?
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Reply #24 posted 10/04/09 5:07pm

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CarrieMpls said:

I ran and finished the TC 10 mile race this morning. I even made my goal time (I wanted to finish in 2 hours 15 minutes and my official time was 2 hours 12 minutes). Yes, it's incredibly slow by running standards, but dammit, I FINISHED.

The race is part of the Twin Cities Marathon (which was also today, right behind me, actually) and the US track and field championship 10 mile race was the one I ran in too. The marathon is considered the most beautiful urban marathon in the country. And it was, indeed, a beautiful run from Minneapolis to St Paul.

My journey began in March, when I took a learn-to-run class to try to shed a few pounds that I'd put on when I quit smoking. Here I am, 7 months later, 45 pounds lighter, a new job, a new home and I'm actually looking forward to continuing running.

OH - and I quit drinking while I was training. I had my first cocktail in months with brunch this morning too, in a dirty punk rock bar. I feel like "myself" again, just a little bit. But I'm liking the new version of myself too.

Here's me (after I changed) at the finish, in front of the capitol building in St Paul:

Carrie, you've gotten so skinny!

Congratulations on all the positive life changes! Couldn't happen to a nicer gal! clapping

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Reply #25 posted 10/04/09 5:12pm

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Reply #26 posted 10/04/09 5:33pm

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Reply #27 posted 10/04/09 5:57pm

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Oh my God, Carrie, that's amazing!

I can't believe you're even still standing after ten miles. I'd be dead. lol

These accomplishments must feel sooooo great! woot!

Hero of the Week: CarrieMpls
Last Week's Hero: JuliePurplehead
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Reply #28 posted 10/04/09 6:07pm

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You are awesome.

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Reply #29 posted 10/04/09 6:08pm

CarrieMpls

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Thanks, you guys. grouphug

My legs HURT. Other than that, I'm doing great.

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