Run Carey Run!

This past weekend Carey traveled to Austin Texas and ran in a Half Marathon with her sister Lindsay. This was her first marathon to run in and I had to post about it especially as to how well she did. You know the proud hubby post.

I think she picked this race to run in because it featured "a fabulous post race-party with mini spa treatments, catered brunch, and shopping." Notice the spa treatments and shopping part? Nothing better than an after race massage eh??

Out of over 1000 contestants she placed 45th overall, 38th among females, and 6th among her age group. Oops I almost put her age group! Yikes, that would have been a no no for sure. :) Her time was 1:50:49 with a split of 58:57.

Most importantly is that she did VERY well for her first race in a strange place on a VERY difficult course with tons of steep hills.

In her own words:

The hills on this course were like no other. I physically felt ill when I got to the top of the worst one. I ran a mile or two with a stray dog and a cow in a pasture ran along side of me for a little bit. Lindsay and I got to high five each other about 7 to 8 miles into the race as we passed going opposite ways. The soles of my feet felt like they were going to burn a hole in the bottom of my shoes. We got complimentary massages, water, Gatorade, fruit, protein bars and more after the race. Lindsay and I walked funny all day on Saturday and Sunday because our legs and feet hurt.

I enjoyed it very much and will continue to train for the next one. I am hooked!

So there you have it! Yaaaaaay Mommy, you did so well and we are so proud of you!

Please leave Carey some comment love giving her support. Maybe it will get her to post here more often. :) It is always greatly appreciated!

Love and Prayers,