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jenlipe
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I have never been able to run in my life. Body just wouldn't cooperate. I am not to the point that I can (and do) run. Today was my 6th run and I do 3k (3.2 miles) each time. I may not be fast. Started at 16 minute mile and am already at a 13.3 mile.
But my question to all of you runners... When do you consider yourself a runner? I feel like I am a tryer and feel a bit strange claiming I am a runner at this time.
But have bought the shoes and get up regularly at 4:50 and do my run. So I suppose I just might be.
But my question to all of you runners... When do you consider yourself a runner? I feel like I am a tryer and feel a bit strange claiming I am a runner at this time.
But have bought the shoes and get up regularly at 4:50 and do my run. So I suppose I just might be.
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I am a runner because I say I am.0
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Being a runner is a state of mind (with the obvious caveat that you actually have to get out the door and run :laugh: ). If you run you're a runner.
I run therefore I am..........0 -
You run: you're a runner.0
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Just say to yourself: "I run therefore I am a runner". Because you are.
Speed and endurance will come, but as long as you're out there, you are a runner.
Keep at it and enjoy!0 -
I have never been able to run in my life. Body just wouldn't cooperate. I am not to the point that I can (and do) run. Today was my 6th run and I do 3k (3.2 miles) each time. I may not be fast. Started at 16 minute mile and am already at a 13.3 mile.
But my question to all of you runners... When do you consider yourself a runner? I feel like I am a tryer and feel a bit strange claiming I am a runner at this time.
But have bought the shoes and get up regularly at 4:50 and do my run. So I suppose I just might be.0 -
Thanks. It would feel good to say I am a runner. Just didin't want to have those that have been running give me a hard time and say I wasn't if I haven't ________ (fill in the blank).0
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But have bought the shoes and get up regularly at 4:50 and do my run. So I suppose I just might be.
Even without the shoes, if you go out the door and do more than just walk, you're a runner. The fact that you feel the need to talk about it is proof that you're a runner. Us runners often find ways to interject running into the conversation. I think you're in the club for sure simply by posting this topic.Started at 16 minute mile and am already at a 13.3 mile.
My advice, don't worry about speed. Just see if you can slowly creep up on endurance and distance. The speed will work it's way in automatically just as a side effect.0 -
I am a *runner* as soon as my foot hits the pavement!
You are a runner as soon as you go for a *run*
You are a runner because you say you are!0 -
when you look forward to getting out for a run0
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If you run you're a runner0
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:bigsmile: Do you enjoy it???
Do you want to do it???
Do you feel amazing when you are done???
THEN YOU ARE A RUNNER!!!! Who cares how fast you are.... you are doing it!
WTG!!!!!0 -
I called myself a runner when I realized I missed it if I didn't get in it that day. Or when I wanted to research running on the internet.0
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I am a runner because I want to run. I have this burning desire. Rest days make me sad. I did not believe this at first. It was not until my first 5k that I realized that this was my criteria for being a runner. I suppose you will have a moment of realization, I had mine while running up the last hill toward the finish line. I almost cried on the route at that moment! ha.0
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You run: you're a runner.
Admit it, there's a secret handshake you're holding out on me.
I know what you mean, OP. I'm getting times comparable to the speed walkers at 5ks. But I still feel pretty badass. Slow, but badass.0 -
Some people think that there is a difference in jogging and running. There isn't. Jogging is running. Sprinting is running. Both are running just for different speeds and distances.0
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runners are very supportive & they will not tell you that you are not a runner. I hope not anyway.
keep at it.0 -
You run: you're a runner.
Admit it, there's a secret handshake you're holding out on me.
I know what you mean, OP. I'm getting times comparable to the speed walkers at 5ks. But I still feel pretty badass. Slow, but badass.
As you should! Runners are badass! And we do not have a secret handshake....willing to share it with anyone....no touching aloud...you just put one foot in front of the other over and over again!0 -
You run: you're a runner.
Admit it, there's a secret handshake you're holding out on me.
I know what you mean, OP. I'm getting times comparable to the speed walkers at 5ks. But I still feel pretty badass. Slow, but badass.
no one told you about the handshake? It's in your manual. P2. Just after the section on "Staying Safe" but before "Myths Debunked: Cardio makes you fat and running is bad for your knees"0 -
I like your post. I've often thought the same thing. I'm slow so therefore I cannot claim to be a runner. I "jog" 11min miles consistently. But, maybe perhaps I can claim to be a runner and not feel bad about it now...I love it! Keep up the good work girl! :bigsmile:0
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I like your post. I've often thought the same thing. I'm slow so therefore I cannot claim to be a runner. I "jog" 11min miles consistently. But, maybe perhaps I can claim to be a runner and not feel bad about it now...I love it! Keep up the good work girl! :bigsmile:
Your *jog* is my *run* therefore I'm a runner and you can be too ;-)0
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