Two weeks later, and I’m still thinking about that race day.
Not just the finish line, but everything: the nerves, the playlist that hit just right, the random strangers who cheered at exactly the moment I needed it.
This post isn’t a guide or a list of tips. It’s just the truth: what my first official race really felt like.
🏃♀️Race Day Mood
What struck me first was the energy.
It was amazing to see so many people running, each with their own reason — some chasing personal records, others overcoming mental blocks, and some simply there to support a friend.
Same race, different goals. And somehow, it all felt connected.
But I’m not going to lie, I was overwhelmed.
The crowd, the excitement… I started to feel competitive and anxious.
One kilometer in, I wanted to go faster, but I knew if I pushed too early, I’d burn out. So I listened to the app in my ear, gently reminding me to slow down or stay steady.
I shifted focus to the city views, it was my first time running there, and was beautiful. Then came the hills.
And here’s the plot twist: I handled them better than I ever thought I could.
Running up and down those hills felt like a mental win — and that changed everything. I turned up the volume, locked into the rhythm, and for the first time that day, I truly enjoyed the race.
🏁The Finish Line
I finished my first 10K in 1 hour and 13 minutes, without stopping.
I might not have been the fastest, but I hit my goal, and I’m proud of that.
Big shoutout to the incredible people I saw on the course, those cheering for strangers, the ones running for charity, and the runners who literally supported their friends across the finish line.
Of course, I celebrated with the most elite combo: water + banana.
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Would I do it again?…Stay tuned for the next blog post
👉 Share your first race experience with me in the comments — the good, the messy, or the unexpected.
Let’s celebrate that first time you showed up and went for it. 🏁💬
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