They Said it Would be Fun. My First 5k Run

I am not a runner, and yet it seems that almost everyday, I run. It didn’t start this way, but somehow, it happened.
5 days a week I go to Orangetheory for my morning workout. I started as a power walker and then this running thing was the natural evolution. The treadmills at OT are top notch, extra bouncy with excellent shock absorption. The hard pavement in the city of Toronto is not.
We have a very persuasive head coach Jeff, and before I knew what hit me, I was signed up for my first 5k road run. Come with me today to Toronto’s Distillery District for the Michelob Night Run. Is this the start of something new?
Have you tried something new lately? Thinking about it but something holding you back? If I can do it, so can you! Let me know in the comments!
Thanks for watching!
Nancy
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#5k #running #fitmom

[@tinadahl9875]

I adore 5k’s and what’s even better is they are often fundraisers for both local, national and global not-for-profits. 5k’s are LOVE LANGUAGE

[@MamaTenny]

Yes!! Added bonus that we’re doing something for others Tina. Love it!😊

[@coffofcuppe]

How fun, Mama Tenny, congrats 💖💖🏃‍♀🏃‍♀

[@jacindablair8685]

Such a great reminder! Great job!

[@Bowhunter61]

10k is next ! 🏃‍♀️

[@johnadams1976]

Congratulations :-) that base fitness stands you in good stead... Marathon next!

[@Islandgirl32226]

I ran my first 5k at age 60 2 weeks ago! I hit my goal time and came in 4th in my age division. I was only able to train in a focused way for a month before the race because of travel and COVID. I started my fitness journey a year ago. You are never too old and you can do more than you think!

[@haleytherunner]

That’s amazing! Congratulations!

[@sunshinefl6586]

It looks like a lot of fun... Will see if there is something similar around here.💪💪👋👋

[@marc-anthonylacroix5863]

Go Nancy go !

[@MamaTenny]

Thank you Marc-Anthony!! How are your knees feeling today after the climb!!!🫣 So wonderful to meet you!😘

[@ljdiben7774]

Inspiring Mama Tenny!!! You ROCK! xoxoxo

[@MamaTenny]

Thx so much, I had a ball! No worries about becoming a beer drinker either!😂

[@marlo7218]

Great job! Love your enthusiasm-so fun!

[@MamaTenny]

Thanks for watching Marlo!😘

[@josephroa4475]

Congratulations and well done

[@EdwinaSY]

This was honestly so fun and inspirational!

[@MamaTenny]

I appreciate you Edwina, thank you!❤️

[@Lifeover60]

Congratulations 👏

[@drone9082]

You’ll be volunteering for marathons!

[@MarieAlessandra]

Looks like such a fun race 😍💯 YES to trying new things! Not sure what I want to try. But last weekend I ran a marathon with my dad, and that was his FIRST EVER full marathon - at the age of 64 (!!!) and that was impressive af. Never too old.

[@MamaTenny]

Congrats to you and your Dad!!! How wonderful that you can run together!🥰

[@jonsmith9728]

love the enthusiasm and competitive spirit, Keep it up, its only progress if the consistency of training keeps.... (hmm beer and bananas, will have to give that a whirl haha)

[@valentinakren8816]

You inspire me so much. I just turned 41 and in my late 30s I’d walk 15k steps daily, which helped me lose 45lbs. After turning 40 I have joint pain in my legs so regular walking is a struggle but these videos help me a ton 💕💖thank you!

[@MamaTenny]

That is awesome! Thank you Valentina! Motion is lotion! Try to find something that can keep you moving pain free. Kudos to you 😘

[@jonsmith9728]

would suggest elliptical or bike as those are easy on the joints, also a chiro might help if its an early enough kind've situation, i won't ask details and i'm in no way a doctor but from personal experience I use to have a shoulder injury but went to a chiro early enough to reverse and treat most of the damage

[@nayeliayala7598]

This is amazing Mama Tenny!

[@markwilliamson9140]

You're an inspiration mama tenny. Well done. 🎉

[@pamela4452]

Love it

[@missyleng]

You look amazing afte the 5 k! Oh and that’s my favourite beer!

[@KB_2161]

I know teenagers who can't even run 1k mile, forget 5k. This is amazing. I do know that if you walk the same distance it is equivalent to running, it just takes longer and is not nearly as tough on your body. Unfortunately, due to plantar fibromas, I have to be careful. I applaud you, though, BRAVO!!! BTW, have you seen the movie The Perfect Race or Remember the Goal? I highly recommend them both. ❤

[@jent8426]

Great work!! 🎉🏅 I have been holding back on losing the “baby weight”. My youngest is almost 5….so I could have started the process many times, but I haven’t because I know how much work it will be! My fitness goals are on track, but my food is not! I need to start making some of your recipes!! ❤

[@MamaTenny]

You got this Jen! Getting yourself into a new routine is the hardest part. Once you’ve set a schedule that you can stick to, just stay on autopilot. Don’t overthink it and give yourself an out, just do it! Then you’ll get hooked!(promise!💋💋)

[@heatherknits124]

Wow, your first 5k? Great job! My first 5k was walked, I barely beat the safety Ranger following us, and I was so sad my Grandma wasn't there to see it. But, I got on my bike and rode 7k home, mostly because I would have had to walk that far to get a bus. I find it amazing you ran at night. And that they gave you a beer.

[@alicewarner9331]

I started powerlifting this year at 60. I love it so much. Am I the strongest? No, but I think I'm having the most fun! And getting stronger all the time. Competing is a great motivator. My next comp is 8 weeks away!!!

[@MamaTenny]

That is so incredible Alice!! I just love hearing this. I wish you all the very best. You’re inspiring all of us!🙌🏼👍🏼🏋🏼‍♂️

[@Victoria_Bryant]

Way to go!!! Congratulations on your first 5k race! 🎉 This race looked like it was alot of fun. I love running. ❤️

[@KarenGarcia-lm7ch]

That's awesome Nancy congrats! I have been starting to run on the treadmill since September as the new thing I am doing and so far I am learning to love it. I want to see how well I improve and maybe participate in an outdoor run in the future, who knows! I love the message of this video, it is always nice to try new things!

[@MamaTenny]

That’s fantastic Karen! You’ll be trying one of these runs in no time!🙌🏼🏃‍♀️

[@renegadetwinkie3832]

Congratulations!!!! You never cease to amaze and inspire me.

[@thefitnessfoodfairy3389]

Way to go, congrats!! 👏🏻🎉 seeing you try out all these fun things is so inspiring!🤍🤍🤍

[@seijitheclown]

I wanted to attend a costume contest ever since I got into making my own costumes.... I finally applied to one last week and got a spot in the contest! Next week saturday will be my big day on stage, my prize is just to go there and have fun I don't care about the actual prices you can win. I'm already super excited.

[@MamaTenny]

This sounds sooo exciting!! Congrats first for just applying (that’s a huge step) and then for being chosen! The fun, the energy, meeting new people and participating is going your way be fantastic. This may be the start of something amazing for you. Good luck! 🥸🤡🤣

[@susannahc]

Just got back from cheering friends on in a marathon/half. Maybe I'll see you from the sidelines next year! 😅

[@dantimothy5019]

Fantastic video but also how you can do something a little out of your comfort zone and still have new adventures. Another inspiring video 🤩💪

[@jacquelinemaul5408]

Way to go, mama Tenny! Congratulations! I was surprised to hear you have never done a run before because you look so athletic. But you are right doing exercise not for the glory. it’s for the fun and to participate and to do some thing out of your comfort zone. I’m always trying to do new things because I don’t care anymore What people think about what I’m going to do.

[@MamaTenny]

It was so fun!! I’m like you, I don’t give a hoot what others think at this point. Did that come with age Jacqueline or you’re just one of the smart ones that figured it out early!😂

[@jacquelinemaul5408]

@@MamaTenny Yes it finally did come with age. I think when you’re young you’re so worried about how you look and what you do and that you want to appear to everyone you’re the best at everything. Till you get older and realize not, everybody is great at everything and not to worry so much what others think.

[@jacquelinemaul5408]

By the way, Mama Tenny tell Will we want to see some more adorable wedding pictures. You and your husband did an excellent job raising him & your daughters. They seems like such a well-rounded human beings.

[@ms_taree7335]

It looked like so much fun! Maybe I need to up my cardio and look for night runs? I didn't even know that was a thing!

[@MamaTenny]

Me neither, but it was fabulous!❤️

[@jujn4l]

I’ve run for many years and had not thought of a nose strip. Interesting!

[@MamaTenny]

It was a shocker to me that they were in the running pack! You learn something new everyday!😂👃🏼

[@richardgosselin9548]

I'm glad you enjoyed yourself, Mama T. I really miss running. I think you would enjoy outdoor running more than the treadmill although it's tougher on the body. Between heavy squatting as a youngster and long distance running from age 36 to age 56, I wore out my right hip so now I'm a hiker. But we do what we have to so we can stay young and fit, right? Really enjoyed this video.

[@MamaTenny]

Thanks Richard! I had such a fun night doing the run but my knees did feel the pounding the next day! And that was just 5k! Hiking sounds like a great trade off! Enjoy!🥾🙌🏼

[@renegadetwinkie3832]

I’ve lost 100lbs but I’m too nervous to join a gym because I have zero idea what I’m doing and can’t afford a personal trainer to instruct me.

[@Dt-zn2lx]

Most gyms will have a free training class

[@MamaTenny]

Ok, so shake it off and ask for help, that’s why the staff is there!! You would be surprised at how happy they’ll be to help you. Literally NO ONE knows what they’re doing at the beginning. We all had to be beginners at one point or another. You’ve done the hard part and lost all that weight, you’re already a superstar. Give yourself some credit, go the next step. Maybe you’ll be the one helping someone else soon. Good luck and keep me posted!❤️💋🙌🏼💪🏼

[@renegadetwinkie3832]

Awwwww, thank you, Nancy!!

[@richardgosselin9548]

I was a part time trainer years ago and newbies were my favorites. Newbies don't have bad habits to break and are so eager to improve their health and fitness. Don't be shy, trainers are there to help you. Also, great job losing that weight!