I just signed myself up to be a runner

And I am not even starting at a 5K, I am doing an 8K.  And of course I have a terrible headcold right now so I can't even start running.  Oh, did I mention it is in 4 weeks. 
It is for a great cause Children's Hospital of WI and my team is in honor of a 6 month old in my neighborhood who passed away suddenly a few months ago.  They were able to donate some of his organs and his name Owen means warrior, so I figure if his mom and family can live through the pain of their loss, I can live through the pain of a 5 mile run.

Sarah

WOW -- you go! That's a great reason to run! : )

However, please be safe about this. Have you ever run at all before? If not, do not overdo training or you won't be able to even participate come race day...there's no shame in walking, sister! I often walk thru water stops and when I cross that finish line, nobody has ever asked me if I walked any.

Best wishes!