Zoo Run Run 2009

Okay, so this wasn't exactly a Team Big Yum event, but it was my first 10K run. In fact, it was the first organized run I participated in since basic training, and the first organized run I voluntarily participated in since high school. So, it was kind of a half Team Big Yum thing, with the other half of the team playing piano at Eastside Lutheran. Either way you slice it, it was great fun!

The run started at 10 a.m. and the weather was absolutely perfect for running. The route took us past Edgewood College, through the Arboretum, and back to the zoo. The run was terrific, as was the spread that was provided afterwards - cookies, bagels, oranges, bananas, apples, water, and goodies from Trader Joe's. I still haven't received my t-shirt (damn you, SportsCenter, for making me late!) but should within a couple of weeks.

I did okay for my first time (that's what she said). My overall time was 50:11 and my pace was 8:05. For the next 10k, my goal is to improve my time to 45 minutes. We shall see.

Go here for Zoo Run Run results (search bib #669 for yours truly).