Profile: Jason Buckner

I am not a runner. I've complained every step of the way to getting into running. But now I think I'm addicted.

Helmetcam @ Corporate 5k 2009

In early 2008, Kitzzy was starting to get into running so I decided to run the 5k races that she did, but I didn't do any running in between the races. Eventually, she signed up for a 10k with her dad and my dad decided to do it. Well I couldn't let my dad show me up.

I signed up for the 10k and knew I would actually have to train for it so I started running on a somewhat regular basis. I still didn't like running after the 10k, so Kitzzy talked me into training for a triathlon. I like biking and swimming much more, and suffered through the run portion.

After triathlon season, Kitzzy decided to train for a marathon and I decided to join her. Well, sometime in the last four months of training for a marathon, running grew on me. I still don't like the really long distances, but I really like my nice short weekday runs. It clears my head and helps me focus.

I'm doing the Corporate 5k because it brings people together and encourages living a healthy lifestyle. As much as I used to hate running, it really helped me live better physically and mentally. We had an awesome time participating last year and I think this year is going to be even better!