Laps for Love 5k

I completed my first 5k!

Some of the students involved in our marketing program, at Salisbury University, created an event to benefit the One Love Foundation. They thought a 5k would be a perfect way to get active and support a great organization! 

They thought right! I am not a runner, by any means, and I thought this would be a fun way to get involved. I have always wanted to participate in a 5k so this was the perfect opportunity to check that off my list of things to do.

Even though I am tall, I run as if I have really small legs. Which tends to make me look like the most attractive looking one out there...not! But I got over the fear of my awkward running and registered.

I asked my roommates to come out and run with me in order to stay motivated. I also made sure to set a timed goal for myself, which I was able to beat by 5 minutes! Not too shabby for my first run and not really preparing.

 Before & After

The run was two laps around our schools campus. Thinking about it, it didn't seem that bad. The cold weather and rain really made the run a struggle. It was really tough, I'm not going to lie, but actually doing it and finishing made it all worth it. What matters is that I was able to finish strong and come out feeling like a champion!

I want to participate in more runs in the future. I hope to actually prepare for the next one and beat my time! I recommend running at least one in your life, its a great experience.

For those of you who don't know, The One Love Foundation was created in 2010 by family and friends to honor the memory of Yeardley Love, who lost her life in a very unsettling way. One Love's mission is to end relationship violence through education and technology.  

“Be 1 For Change” and support a great cause! If you would like more information or would like to donate to the One Love Foundation, visit their website at www.joinonelove.org. Or download the free app!