Bens 1st Run // Hippie Dash //




Ben got to run in his 1st real run event this morning, The Hippie Dash in Gulfport. He is signed up for track in the fall so he is starting to prepare for that by doing some runs around town. I decided to register him for the 1 mile run instead of the 5k just because he hasnt had the time to get ready for a full 3 mile run. 
He did really good, better than he or I expected, so we are very proud of him. He finished 1st in the 1 mile at 8 minutes. He wants to run a little more everyday just to get his time down so I am glad he is going to put the work into this. 
What is everyone else up to this weekend? 


Comments

  1. 1 mile in 8 minutes isn't bad and I'm sure after doing a bit more running he'll definitely bring it down. I remember when I was in the army I had to do 2 miles in 16 minutes. :)

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  2. Good on him! Running is great exercise not only for the body but also for the mind.

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  3. What a fun way to get active! My kids would love a race!

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  4. Congrats Ben! I think an 8 minute mile is amazing. Great job.

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  5. What a great accomplishment! I like to keep my son active and running is great exercise!

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  6. I think it is wonderful that he had this experience. It's a great way to stay fit and also a way to build his confidence.

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  7. Awwww yay for him!!!! Way better than I can do. I suck at things like running lol

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  8. Great job!! Congrats! I love watching kids find something that they enjoy doing!!

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  9. 1 mile in 8 minutes is fab! Congrats for him doing the race, great job :)

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  10. Awe that's so amazing he is so dedicated. I couldn't run a 5K unless there was a wild bear chasing me. ;)

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