Looking for 1/2 Marathon training buddies :)

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emma44ny
emma44ny Posts: 141 Member
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I am currently training for a 1/2 marathon (my first!) that is on October 15th. Looking for people for advice, support, etc that may be training for a similar race this fall or the not-too-distant future... i am nervous and a little uneducated... I am following a training plan but still feel a little like a fish out of water! Hoping to hear from some "marathon green horns" going through the same thing!:tongue:

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  • Flyntiggr
    Flyntiggr Posts: 898 Member
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    My first is Nov 5..
  • sjtreely
    sjtreely Posts: 1,014 Member
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    What is your current training program? That will help with what advice people can offer. I've done several HM - some I've trained for and some, well.... let's just say I wasn't as prepared.

    What's your current training program?
  • meli_medina
    meli_medina Posts: 594 Member
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    My first isn't going to be until May, but I'm always looking for fellow motivators! :)
  • avaloneternal
    avaloneternal Posts: 216
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    Good luck on your first Half. If you are anything like me you will be hooked. Don't forget to HAVE FUN :)
  • YogaRunner
    YogaRunner Posts: 652 Member
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    I've done 5 halfs, two fulls and am training for my next half and my next full, both in October. I'd be glad to support you!
    Risa
  • Topsking2010
    Topsking2010 Posts: 2,245 Member
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    My first is also Oct 15 in Baltimore. I could use some advice and support.


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  • helma123
    helma123 Posts: 79 Member
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    I ran my first last Sept. & exactly 1 year later I'm gonna run my ninth! I ran a full marathon about 8 months ago, too! I'm 40 years old & I've never been athletic in my life. Up until 2 years ago (when I started running) I was 40 pounds overweight. I think the most motivating thing for me is training for races. It can be very addicting! One thing, information wise, that has helped me is I got a subscription to Running World magazine. It has some great info. for beginners & runners of all levels. They have a website, too. Good luck with your training!
  • bprague
    bprague Posts: 564 Member
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    I'm not going to be running mine until next year but I would love the support and wisdom from every one too!
  • PeteyRunsNow
    PeteyRunsNow Posts: 24 Member
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    Hi i'm currentley training for my first half in Las Vegas in Dec I will shoot you a friend invite.
  • Run4iiiiiit
    Run4iiiiiit Posts: 489 Member
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    good luck. I ran my first a couple years ago. My biggest lessons have been get a good hrm and shoes. oh and dznuts does not work as good as body glide, even with the cool name. any runners or smart *kitten* can add me.
  • PositivePower
    PositivePower Posts: 976 Member
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    I have done a 1/2 MArathon but I walked it. I am signed up for another in November and the Rock N Roll 1/2 Marathon in February. I will walk run them....I can't imagine being able to run more than a mile at a time!!!! But who knows maybe I can:wink: I just started a running101 group last week. I went for a run today!!! Ok a run walk. They are having us run 1 min walk 2mins - 7 times. I did it 8 times and I know I ran longer than 1 minute. I ended up doing 4 miles. It was fun!!!
  • KimertRuns13_1
    KimertRuns13_1 Posts: 705
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    I'm a half marathoner...feel free to add me!
    I am running my 2nd (and 3rd) next month. One in Atl and one in Knoxville.
  • katapple
    katapple Posts: 1,108 Member
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    I'm running my second in 2 weeks!! My first full is Nov 5th :)

    Good luck, remember to have fun!
  • CakeFit21
    CakeFit21 Posts: 2,521 Member
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    Running a half on October 9th and full November 6th! :smile:
  • emma44ny
    emma44ny Posts: 141 Member
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    What is your current training program? That will help with what advice people can offer. I've done several HM - some I've trained for and some, well.... let's just say I wasn't as prepared.

    What's your current training program?

    I was using a plan I found on runner's world's website. I run Tues/ Thurs/ Sat/ Sun. Long runs on Sundays (I did my long run today because I got a little off track with the holiday weekend- 8 miles). I am trying to get in some cross training on my days off but I work a lot and have a young son so my time so my time is limited and precious! I just really need focus and support. And certainly welcome advice and any "pearls" of experienced wisdom :smile:

    Thanks!
  • summertime_girl
    summertime_girl Posts: 3,945 Member
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    I'm using the Hal Higdon 1/2 marathon training app on my phone.

    Join this group, we're all in various stages of training for a 1/2: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/332590-half-marathon-training-support-group

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