So, YEAH! I finished my first 5k!
I was able to finish in just 40 minutes a time that would have been better by 2 to 3 minutes. I fell at the last turn and fractured my left ankle. I was down for a minute or so before a friend came up behind me, along with a stranger, and lifted me up and helped me jog/limp across the line.
How it happened:
I was making my way around the final turn. There was a small dip/divot in the road where the two sections of asphalt met. This divot was cement. My left foot came down and rolled out and under my leg causing me to land on the ground.
What now?:
I am in a boot and on crutches for 6 weeks. I will miss another 5k I signed up for but I will NOT stop running. I plan on getting back into it as soon as I am cleared from the dr.
How do I feel?:
I was very sad. I felt like I had failed and I also felt like I had worked so hard for this to only lose it in one stupid mistake or mis-step. Then I saw my time and realized that even with the injury I had done well! So many of you have given me the strength to go and refer to me as an inspiration.. and it is truly you all who keep me going. Thank you so much!
I AM AN IRON GIRL!
40 minutes is awesome! I'm so proud of you for finishing with a fractured ankle.
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