1/2 Marathon Recap

Oh, my GOODNESS… how do people do this every weekend??

Well, it’s official. I finished 13.1 miles this morning in 2 hours and 44 minutes. My brother (OMG, I have one of the best brother’s in the world) ran with me the whole time helping me out. He knew I wasn’t ready for this race, so he took it slow with me and helped me pace the whole time. It was exactly what I needed.

At the beginning of the race, all I could think of was 2 things:

1) This 1/2 Marathon is nothing compared to where Matt was back in January
2) And… I’ve had 4 kids, I can do this, right?

I was sick to my stomach with nerves and shaking in my sneakers this morning… not the best combination, but I refused to give up. The strategy my brother had for me was… run the whole time, but walk the hills and stop at every drink station to fuel up and stretch. And that’s exactly what we did!

It also helped to have my family there cheering us on!  My husband and sons… my parents… my sister… my sister-in-law and niece and nephew… and my other brother and his wife and kids!  It was amazing to see and feel the support.

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Here’s my video finishing up!

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Audrey McClelland has been a digital influencer since 2005. She’s a mom of 5 and shares tips on her three favorite things: parenting, fashion and beauty. She’s also a Contemporary Romance Author.

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9 Comments

  1. 5.6.12

    Hooray! I’m so proud of you – knew you would be fabulous. See you in NYC tomorrow. xoxo

  2. 5.6.12
    vicky said:

    SO amazed that you have video of you doing this! You are crazy! I love it. Proud of you. Now I feel really nervous about mine in two weeks. Barf.

  3. 5.7.12
    vera said:

    grinning from ear to ear – so proud of you!!!!!!!!!!!

  4. 5.7.12
    Nancy said:

    Oh my goodness, that last video brought tears to my eyes. This blogging world is absolutely amazing. I am proud of you like I would be one of my own daughters. You did an wonderful thing for such a great cause. Be proud of yourself because you are awesome!! xoxo
    p.s. I think you earned yourself a massage and pedicure!

  5. 5.7.12
    Dawn said:

    that’s so soooo soooooo cool, Audrey! Congratulations :))

  6. 5.7.12
    Emily S. said:

    Congratulations Audrey, such an amazing accomplishment!

  7. 5.7.12
    Jane said:

    Beyond proud of you!

  8. 5.7.12
    Sheri said:

    Seriously just got all teary-eyed for you. You’re amazing!! Fantastic job my friend. xo

  9. 5.7.12
    melissa said:

    Congrats Audrey!! You rock!

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