5K is My New Marathon!

Published on by Lisa Hockaday

Saturday morning, I laced up my running shoes, ready for the Crush Cancer 5K.

I’m a runner. I simply love to run, and I’ve run countless miles. Only two weeks after surgery, I knew I couldn’t walk—let alone run—most of the distance, but I was going to do it anyway.

With special permission to “cheat,” I completed most of the 5K on an electric bike.

I looked like a Shriner clown in a parade, but I didn’t care. I was determined to be part of this community and support the cause that brought us all together. Cancer has affected everyone in one way or another.

I “ran” with my family, friends and neighbors. I walked the final portion of the 5K with my big boy, Justin, and Pink Petals.

Sure, I was the last person to cross the finish line, but next year I plan to place!

Once it was over, I was exhausted, but I had a wonderful time. I spent the rest of the day cozied up in front of Netflix.

7 thoughts on “5K is My New Marathon!”

  1. Darnit! I was there and was keeping an eye out for you, but I missed you. I’ll see you tomorrow though when I drop dinner by. You are doing great!!

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    1. I thought of you as I crossed the line and they called out my time! Lol 1 hour 30 minutes! You would have loved this little 5K!

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