Corporate Challenge

Last night was the Chase Corporate Challenge. I am the team captain and so even though I couldn't run the race, I registered to walk it. My plan: Start with the runners and run across the starting line to the end of the gates, then pull off to the side and walk the rest of the 3.5 miles. Yesterday dawned with an ugly forecast and by the time I got out of my car at work, it was pouring. It had stopped raining by the time I got out of work. So, ever the optimist, I changed into my run/walk clothes and headed over to RIT. It was raining on and off before the start, but by the time the race started, there was a torrential downpour! I ran across the starting line and wow! NOT pleasant! Ok, now I understand why I am not cleared to run! Plus, my feet were absolutely swimming in my shoes. At this point, I decided that instead of walking the rest of the way, I should just bail. I really can't afford to slip and fall - and let's face it, sopping wet shoes in a crowd of 9,000 really does increase the chances of me having an accident. Instead, I went over to the finishing line and cheered on my friends as they crossed. This race really nailed home to me just how much I miss running and furthered my desire/will to do everything in my power to get me back to running as soon as humanly possible! July 4th is approaching quickly and I just want to be able to run the entire 5K that day. I'm not even concerned with a PR, just a running finish!