I did it! Ok, so I was last, joint last with Aussie Lucy who kindly agreed to walk with me. I did it in 1 hour 25 minutes. I was so proud of myself. It may have taken me the same time to do one lap as it did formost people to do the entire race, but all that matters is that i took part and i completed it! We had a good reception to finish, with the DJ spotting us coming from a way off - and we waved to everyone who was still left. Two air cadet lads came up and escorted us back, and when we got to the end we did a run to finish and everyone cheered. The DJ came and asked our names, and people were telling us well done!

I honestly thought that it would take me about 2.5 hours, so it definately helps to walk with someone. I would like to improve and keep practicing fast walking, and do it again next year, and do it faster!

My legs and back are still today, and I have two large blisters on the bottoms of my feet, but it was worth it.

In the photo i'm wearing a white top with blue sleeves number 750 and i'm looking at the camera with a funny expression. The lady next to me in the shades is aussie Lucy.

posted by small 10:43 AM