Season Openers 2005

At the start of 2005, Chris and I prepared for the Mud Run at Camp Pendleton, but we weren't alone...we were joined by my mother, my cousin, and 5 of my personal training clients. What an awesome way for all of us to challenge ourselves together! I am proud of the fact that each and every person stepped up and completed the course with good standings in their own age divisions.

The run itself was 6.2 miles in length and included a few obstacles along the way (steep hills, walls, river crossings, and a mud pit just to name a few), but the hardest part was definitely the numerous hills throughout the main portion of the course. It was one of the things I actually had to train differently for because I am not, at heart, a runner. I am more of a sprint athlete and it took me several months to build up the endurance and determination to run the entire course. It's a new fitness level for all of us and a great way to share the experience at any age.

My Family - Tony, Mom, Chris & Me before the race	At the start - yes, we are in there somewhere!	How do you think they get mud in So Cal?	No need to stay dry.	Chris clears the first wall
I made it over on the first try, too!	Carolyn tiptoes through the mud.	Bridgette celebrates clearing the wall	Julie's Team crosses the river.	Yes, that's me crawling out of the mud pit...
....and draining the muddy water from my shorts	Carolyn couldn't avoid this mud!	Bridgette leaving the mud pit.	Chris crosses the finish line 12th in his age group!	Chris Larson at the finish line.
Kathleen finishes 2nd in her age group!	I never thought I'd be so happy to see the finish line!	I was extremely proud of my mom, Ivette! (Remember that shirt WAS white!)	My cousin, Tony, has reconsidered wearing running shoes for the next race!	Chris & Carolyn can't wait to hit the ice-cold showers!
Chris, Carolyn, & I strike a pose for Chris' dad.	Team Insanity finishes with smiles on their faces - they ARE crazy!	Tony, Chris, Me, Carolyn, & Chris Larson after it was all over.

2005 World Famous Mud Run Standings

Christopher Lee (28) 53:55
(Placed 12th in his age division and 65th Overall)

Rebecca Lee (33) 1:11:06

Kathleen Voss (50) 1:12:05
(Won a silver medal in her age division)

Tony Torres (34) 1:20:36
(Ran in military gear & boots)

Edith IvetteTorres (53) 1:23:47

Chris Larson (29) 1:24:07

Carolyn Harper (43) 1:35:34

Bridgette Roberson (41) 1:46:48

Julie Allender & Team Insanity 1:48:04
(Took the "scenic route" - they had a great time!)