U.S. VETS Annual Patriotic Glow 5K Run

I have not done a 5k in a long time. I usually sign up, when I find out there is a very pretty medal involved;) Well, the patriot vet glow run was a good place to start! The proceeds raised would be aiding homeless vets. So your doing good while having fun being healthy! It’s a great annual event for family and friends.
It was their 11^th year, which took place at Barbers point. The pre-​run started at 4pm and the official at 6pm. Red, white and blue colors were encouraged. Each branch of service compete against each other to win the hawaii hardware of excellence. Last year the ARMY took it home! Yeaaa! I ended up wearing my favorite ARMY STRONG pink shirt in support.
The atmosphere was exciting. There was positive energy in the crowds and a good turnout. There was one Food truck available, and keikis were running around laughing. Great entertainment with a band, students from Waianae dancing cultural Hawaiian music, and extreme cheerleading with tons of flips and cartwheels. There was glow sticks everywhere, hence glow run. It was pretty sweet to see runners being enhanced by the neon lights in the dark.
I think I did ok on the 5k. What I learned running today, was that I need to run more. I had burning sensations in my throat, and was heaving heavily as I tried to increase my speed. I really doubt that’s a good sign… There were moments where I said to myself, why did I eat so much? I’m running incredibly slow… darn you pizza and fries. Would I do it again? Of course! Next time with my hubby in tow:)
I had a lot of fun. Each branch decorated their booth along the course with music, neon lights, beads, and a couple of guys in a huge bubble ball. It reminded me of the American globetrotter show with them trying to block and knock you down.
It took some time for my eyes to get accustomed to Running in the dark. All of a sudden a camera flash went off, and I became blinded lol. I ended up being caught in the huge balls. I was laughing so hard, because I think I looked ridiculous on how I was jetting right and left trying to avoid them.
Overall it was a great 5k and organized! I had a Krispy Crème donut that was flown in from
Maui! Holy moly! Soooo good it’s bad;) They need a Krispy Kreme here in Hawaii!
Thank you to all military personnel for the sacrifices you have made for our freedom! Thank you for serving our country! Thank you vets!

3.1 mile of glowing fun featuring multiple black light, a glowing finish line tent as well as hundreds of runners decked out in red, white, and blue glow gear. Weather 5K seems like short dash or a far distance, this year’s Patriotic Glow Run is about going at your own pace while having fun. Costumes contest prizes will be given to the individual or group who comes dressed to impressed. Along with glow gear and costume contests, The Patriotic Glow run will also feature music at multiple spots along the course as well as an on course DJ pumping out tlatest top 40 dance mixes to keep you motivated.