My Third Race Run (Decathlon Half Marathon 2025)

On September 28, 2025, I joined the Decathlon Half Marathon, which marked my third official race run. This event was extra special for me because it was my first ever 21km half marathon, something I had been aiming for since I started my running journey. With months of training and preparation, I was both excited and nervous to finally test myself on this longer distance.

Crossing the finish line was an unforgettable moment because I achieved something I didn’t expect I finished my first 21km run with a personal record of 1 hour and 53 minutes. Breaking the sub-2-hour mark for my very first half marathon made the achievement even more meaningful. It proved to me that consistent training and determination really pay off.

I also want to give special thanks to Sir Loreto, who continuously guided me in my LSD (long slow distance) trainings. His advice, patience, and encouragement helped me build the endurance and mindset I needed to conquer this half marathon. Without his guidance, reaching this milestone and setting a new personal record wouldn’t have been possible. Of course, I’m also deeply thankful to my girlfriend, who has always been there to support me. She patiently waited for me to finish the race, cheered me on, and gave me the extra motivation I needed to keep going strong. Having her at the finish line made this achievement even more memorable and special.

This race taught me the importance of discipline, patience, and believing in myself. From my first run, to my second race, and now to this half marathon, I’ve seen how far I’ve come in such a short time. Each run feels like a new chapter, and this half marathon was a big leap in my journey. Looking back, I’m grateful for the experience, the people I ran alongside, and the milestone I achieved. The Decathlon Half Marathon will always be memorable as the day I conquered my first 21km, set a new personal record, and proved that I can go beyond my limits. This is just the beginning there are more races to run and new records to beat!