OMG.

Ever since i was a little boy, i hated running. there was a time i wasn't allowed to run because of an operation but that didn't stop me from running. but still i hate running. when i would go to the gym, the running part, which was the first part was my least favorite part of my workout. up to this date, i still hate running. but i do have this new achievement.

last sunday, may 16 2010, was a milestone for me because i was able to join my very first marathon and i ran a distance of 15k and my stats are as follows:

#432 Raymond Robin Gatmaitan M

Finish Time: 01:41:47

Chip Time: 01:41:38

5k: 00:29:45

10k: 01:05:31

i joined the run for fun and literally joined the 15k leg without thinking at all. take note: this is my first run. who in the world would run 15k in their first run??? i know i did. a lot of doubters came along the way and we're telling me to lower my distance or to not force myself to finish when i couldn't anymore. i did doubt myself along the way, even while running, but i knew that as soon as i heard the gun shot to start, i was going to do my best and run the race that i signed up for. during the start, i was getting tired and just when i thought that i already hit the 5k mark, there i go and see the sign that says, "1K" whatthe?! i've been running and that's all i've reached yet... but that tdidn't stop me, it might have even motivated me more just like how the people who didn't believe motivated me. as soon as i hit 12k mark, i knew i got it in the bag and just a few steps would lead me to the finish line. and you know as they say, the last leg of the race is probably the hardest, hmmm for me, i don't think so because seeing the finish line closer than ever made me even more motivated to make that final dash and finish with style. a strong finish as they say... finishing the race was really a challenge but it was also very fulfilling. i'd love to run again in another marathon and hopefully i could continue running just for fun because it is pretty fun! so congratulations robin for a successful run! as soon as i hit the finish line, i felt that i could do anything... kung kinaya ko ung 15k, what else is there to stop me?!

for the record, i still hate running but i would joing another marathon in a heartbeat! let's gooo!!!

-robin (soon to be usher);)