It’s been almost a week since I experienced one of my greatest achievements…setting a new personal record at the Minneapolis Half Marathon. With the support from friends, family, and the C.E.L. team, and the passion I have for running, I finished at a sub 8 pace…a pace of 7:56 minutes per mile to be exact. To describe the emotions and thoughts that went through my head for 1 hour and 43 minutes would be impossible to share. But the run that encompassed adrenaline, nervousness, excitement and determination to accomplish my goal was a challenge. And I was up for the challenge. If you would like to check out the results from my Half Marathon, click here. (link: http://www.mtecresults.com/runner/show?rid=7657&race=34)

I believe the moments in life that challenge us are the moments in life that define us. If you have a fun story of how you were challenged or reached (or exceeded!) your goal, please share!