CALLING ALL RUNNERS!

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  • wittyusername
    wittyusername Posts: 55
    Not a runner yet... but I just ran outside for the 1st time ever tonight & im feeling pretty chuffed with myself for making a start :) hoping to turn it into a regular habit too

    Wow, that's great! I'm really proud :) !

    I love running, and usually try to 3-4 times a week but now I have to stop the cardio because I want to gain and it's burning my muscle mass or something.

    I usually run 5 minutes per kilometer, but during a 12km race I managed 4:44 per km, or roughly a 7:37 per mile.

    I don't have any PR's, but I should really try to run some

    Aww thankyou! :)
  • bootsandfros
    bootsandfros Posts: 81 Member
    well i like to jog but i haven't done much since it's gotten cold out. i haven't figured out how to run comfortably outside in the cold. my nose and throat pipes start burning. i'm pretty slow. thinking maybe i'll get faster once this weight comes off? i've only started jogging this year and ran my first 5k in april with a time of 45 mins :) i was passed by a walker lol i had to laugh but i was still proud of myself. i've been able to shave 4 minutes off that time more recently.
  • Randyamc
    Randyamc Posts: 365 Member
    Feel free to add me. I'm a new runner, no numbers yet. Second week of the C25k. May make the switch to the Rebel Running program though. Either way it's happening. Signed up for my first 5k in Feb of next year!! Excited to see the progress!
  • slepygrl
    slepygrl Posts: 249 Member
    Q: How long does it take you to run a mile/km?
    A: 10:00
    Q: How many miles/km do you usually do?
    A: 3 and slowly adding more. I'm training for a 1/2.

    Q: Have you ever competed in races,
    A: Yes. my first 5K was June 2 2012 I finished in 44:58 my 10th was November 25 2012 I completed in 31:22. :-)

    Feel free to add me!
  • Duck_Puddle
    Duck_Puddle Posts: 3,237 Member
    I'm a slow runner who is not posting my PR's in the same thread with 3hr marathoners. But I run 20-25 miles a week, and love every minute of it. It is my sanity.
  • Melissa26point2
    Melissa26point2 Posts: 177 Member
    I've been running for a little over a year, and I love love love it, Feel free to add me :)

    5K 26:02
    10K 58:18
    1/2 marathon 2:02:30

    I have a couple of half marathons that I am hoping to do this coming year
  • joshuaadavidd
    joshuaadavidd Posts: 11
    I've been losing weight for about seven months now and never ran more than a mile, then just about four weeks ago ran a 5K out of the blue.

    Since then:

    5K - 32:20
    5K - 32:06
    4.3 miles - 42:38 (my first sub-10s)

    I'm planning a 7-miler in January and there's a training program for a half-marathon at a running store that starts in January that I'm considering (I've walked a couple of half-marathons, including one on Sunday in 3:04:59).
  • Chainbreaker
    Chainbreaker Posts: 124 Member
    Funny, I dont really consider myself a runner but damn I do a lot of events (full list available on my page) and have some decent gear! I mostly do trail runs and obstacle / theme races lately as the average road race just does not hold my attention.

    I am in full transition to adventure racing to feed my need for the out doors and mental challenge.

    Currently recovering from a torn hamstring.

    Feel free to add me if you like.
  • Sox90716
    Sox90716 Posts: 976 Member
    So I've been on here for a while now, but I'm still looking for more friends who are seriously into running!

    I'd also love to know some of your stats, like -

    how long does it take you to run a mile/km? how many miles/km do you usually do?
    have you ever competed in races, and if yes, what was your time/place?

    SO YES.

    Add me if you feel like it! I always love hearing about anything that's running related.
    :)


    Ps: sorry if this is more of an introduction-topic. but since it's all about exercising... :)

    Hi I average a 9 min/mi pace, I average approximately 15 miles a week.

    I've competed in 2 half marathons so far. 2011 in 3 hours, 2012 in 2:24.
  • xgg2rs
    xgg2rs Posts: 128 Member
    how long does it take you to run a mile/km? My fastest mile is 7 mins 2 seconds. I have been running 5k and 10k distances with an average of 8 min/miles.

    how many miles/km do you usually do? Depends, I am trying to let my body rest some this winter after running my first full marathon. As the weather gets better I usually average 30 to 40 miles a week. (Lately I am focusing more on improving my speed than my distance)

    have you ever competed in races, and if yes, what was your time/place? I've ran a 5k, a 10k, and 2 1/2 Marathons and now one full Marathon. Have no idea on place, I just run for personal best and fun.

    I would love more running friends, feel free to add me or anyone else thats wants to share tips for running.
  • BrianSharpe
    BrianSharpe Posts: 9,248 Member
    Another runner here! My PR for a 5K is 26:07 and half marathon 2:14:43, I've got a half coming up in January but with the snow I'm not shooting for a better time, more of a fun run, and my first full marathon will be next May....
  • litatura
    litatura Posts: 569 Member
    I'm 34 and have been running since the spring (although I was a runner in high school but that was 15 years ago). My PB for 5km is 26:49 and I ran 10km for the first time last week in about 56 minutes (I don't remember my exact time). I typically run 4X/week and right now, my training schedule is 2 short runs (3.5 miles) and 2 long runs (5 miles and 10km).
  • Annieminnesota
    Annieminnesota Posts: 111 Member
    Hi!!

    I have been running for about 3 years.

    I did one half marathon
    about 10 5k's, PR: 26:23
    1 10 mile race: 1:38
    1 8k

    I love to run!!
  • iWaffle
    iWaffle Posts: 2,208 Member
    how long does it take you to run a mile/km? how many miles/km do you usually do?
    have you ever competed in races, and if yes, what was your time/place?

    I'm a newer runner. Did my first 5k in October and finished in 26:25 but I recently beat that in a practice run and did it in 25:55.

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    I'm trying to run 25 miles a week. Some weeks I succeed, others I don't depending on my schedule and if I have any injuries that needed some rest. Doing another 5k in January and probably a 10k before spring.
  • czmmom
    czmmom Posts: 236 Member
    On my short runs I can run a mile in 8:30 minutes.
    My best 5 k race was just this Thanksgiving at 28:17 (a 9 minute mile) On my training runs of 3 miles I can average 8:30 minute mile.
    I have run: 15k - 1:37 (10:23 mile)
    HM - 2:16 (10:21 mile)
    10K - 1:02 (10 mile)

    When I am not training for a race I run around 15 miles a week. 20-25 if I am training for a race. My pace has been a little slower lately as my oldest has joined me for part of my runs. Feel free to add me!
  • xprettyreckless
    xprettyreckless Posts: 297 Member
    You guys are absolutely amazing!!! I can tell there are some seriously fast and committed runners on here!

    Great job everybody - and thanks for all the adds.
    Can't wait to hear about everybody's progress!!!
  • M_lifts
    M_lifts Posts: 2,218 Member
    Hello

    Been running since may 2011 when I started the c25k programme. I used to average 9-9.5 min miles. The last 6 months have been Challenging as I've had two minor surgeries. My pace dropped to 11.5 min miles, however with some speed work, Insanity workouts and long runs I managed a 10min mile on Monday! Getting my groove back!

    My 5k or is 25:36. Hoping to get back to it, for 10k it's 58 mins.

    I have just signed up for a 10mile race on the 21st January so currently training for that. Would love some more running friends for motivation and inspiration
  • amybg1
    amybg1 Posts: 631 Member
    Visually impaired runner, running since April 2011.

    Ran 6 5Ks, my longest distance running so far is 8.24K post knee-injury my pace per K is between 8:30-8:10 all depending on whose guiding, weather conditions, etc though my sister and I consistently ran at a 7:50 pace the one race I did with her

    Pre-knee injury my pace was 6:48 and my 5Ks were completed in about 34 minutes flat. I am working back p to this pace and hopefully even faster though I am taking it slower as my knee still has some minor issues
  • GiddyupTim
    GiddyupTim Posts: 2,819 Member
    I pick one foot up and put it down. Over and over again.
  • xprettyreckless
    xprettyreckless Posts: 297 Member
    Tufel, you're such an inspiration to all of us. Good advice for all new runners, too.

    :P
  • horsewhisper91
    horsewhisper91 Posts: 456 Member
    I'm going to join in on this. I've been wanting to get back into running again. I used to run a few times a week running usually 3 miles to 5, depending on how I felt those days. I've only been out of it because my trip I took and that the weather is cold. But no excuse. :)
  • reggie2run
    reggie2run Posts: 477 Member
    I've been a runner for 7 years. I've run numerous races including the following numerous times: 5km, 8km, 10km, 16km, 10 miles and a half marathon this Sept past which I ran in 2:14. I am currently training for a hypo half in Jan 2013. It should be fun, not looking to set a PR. My pace per mile is about 10 min/mi.

    Please feel free to add me.
  • MoreBean13
    MoreBean13 Posts: 8,701 Member
    This thread makes me feel slow, lol.

    I'm not training for any races right now, I'm sure my tune will change in the spring. I've done a handful of halfs and haven't been ready to commit to a full marathon, so in the last couple months I've switched my focus to getting faster- I know how to go far but never was all that fast. My 1/2 PR was 2:12.

    Now my tempo pace is 8:30-9:05 depending on length. I'm trying to get to a sub 7-minute mile. So far my fastest mile PR is 7:47, but I haven't tried in a while. The shorter distances are nice for me now, 'cause I'm a baby about running in the dark.

    ETA: I'm back to running now since about April- there was about a year hiatus where I didn't run. When I started this April, I was running 12-minute miles.
  • cls_333
    cls_333 Posts: 206 Member
    Hi, I've been a runner pretty much my whole life. I run about 35 miles per week, usually 5-6 miles most days, and a long run of 9-12 miles on Sunday. My stats are on my profile. I would guess my mile time is slightly under 6:00, but haven't raced one in awhile. Good luck in your running!
  • PetulantOne
    PetulantOne Posts: 2,131 Member
    I'm working on it. I've been doing C25K for a few months now. I've gotten down to a ten min mile. Slow I know, but for me it's huge progress. :smile:
  • Violetta86
    Violetta86 Posts: 150 Member
    Hi there! I have been trying to get into running 'seriously'. Slowly getting faster and enjoying it more and more. I try to run a 5K every other day. Average time is 31ish min for my 5K - I want to get under 30 in the next 6-8 weeks. One of my goals is to run a marathon before 30! Also, in 2013, I am hoping to sign up for more 5Ks and do my first 10K!
  • tim_jennings
    tim_jennings Posts: 172 Member
    bump for later
  • RunsOnEspresso
    RunsOnEspresso Posts: 3,218 Member
    I thought I was a runner until this thread...

    *backs out of thread slowly*

    :blushing:
  • RenewedRunner
    RenewedRunner Posts: 423 Member
    Which running life? Lol. I ran in high school and we had to run sub 7 min miles to make soccer team try outs. I was captain for 3 years. I puked every season! ;)

    In college, I ran for stress relief and because Fredericksburg, va is beautiful.

    After I had 2 kids and gained 65 pounds, I ran for weight loss and found my addiction. I would push the double jogging stroller and lull them to sleep, sometimes the only peace in my day.

    Now I run because I am proud to say it is a part of who I am. My Rottie and I logged over 3000 miles together before she passed away. If a barrel chested Rott can run 10 miles, ANYONE can! Oh and I am slow. Like my training paces are double digits. Who cares??! I run. And my achievement is not dismissed by the efforts of someone else's!! Be proud!!!

    My half PR is 1:58. My 5k PR is 30:02. That .02 chafes at me but I really hate 5ks unless they are fun runs or obstacle courses. Right now I am in training for Tough Mudder in April, with hopes of running my first full in Oct at MCM.
  • sarahc001
    sarahc001 Posts: 477 Member
    Just starting to get used to calling myself a "runner." Started running in March 2012 to prepare for Tough Mudder in September. Ran my first half in August with heat, hills, and humidity (and a warning NOT to run this as a first half- but I generally don't listen to warnings :tongue: ) Time was 2:07:05- not fast compared to some of the incredible people on this site, but I was happy.

    Currently training for a marathon in March and finished my first 20 mile training run in 3:11 yesterday. I was supposed to do my first 20mile run in 3 weeks, but was feeling great...up until I stopped running. Think I did something to my hip flexor. Oh well, there was no specific pop or pull or tear, so I'll be back running Thursday at the latest. I think I'm hooked!!! :bigsmile:

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