About one month later was when I ran that first half marathon. The Naperville Trail half. I was so excited! In true Frank fashion, I even bought a new outfit for the occasion!
In January, that's when I really started training with George and also with the Molex Running Team. Those factors have made major impacts on my progress!
In between, I also ran my first CARA Series run with the Molex Running Team. The Live Grit 10 miler... It was an interesting run and the first time that I really felt like I was racing... I finished that race in 1:17, achieving a 7:47 per mile average! I also was lucky enough to meet two of the runners from my friend George's Facebook running/fitness group!
The Running of the Wolves 5k was first. I had done this run and other 5k's in the past... Walking... But this was my first time racing a 5k. I pushed it hard and I had an awesome finish! 22:30 minutes, 10th overall and second for my age group!
So this is what I've accomplished in 2 years... It's been a crazy road, but I've loved every minute of it!
Now, bring on the marathons!