Running friends?

Hi! I am addicted to running; have been for about 2 years. I have had a MFP account for a while, but I've been on and off for a while. I used it so much at first and learned so much about what I was eating that I wound up not having to use it as much because eating well just became habit. I took a couple months off from running in the summer (way, way too hot even at dawn here in Alabama, plus I had a stress fracture in May), and I'm getting ready for my first half marathon, so I decided to get back on track the best way I knew how and get my MFP going again.

- Do you wear compression socks? No, but watching the Olympic track and field lately has made me think I might try it sometime.
- How many "official" races have you participated in? Seven 5Ks, one 10K, and I have a Half Marathon and a Warrior Dash in a few weeks.
- What's your average pace for an "easy" run? About 9:00-9:15
- Do you run in the AM or PM? I prefer running in the morning, actually, as far as my performance goes. But I run in the afternoons A LOT because getting out of bed is hard.
- What's your deal? Married? Kids? Job? Favorite cereal? Married for almost 2 years, no kids and not planning to have any, because I'm a teacher and I kind of feel like I have a zillion kids already. And my favorite cereal is Captain Crunch, but I never eat it.

Hi!

I started running about 3 months ago, so I'm somewhat of a beginning runner. Maybe I'm not really in this group?? I ran my first 5K on 7/28 and have another one coming up on Sept. 8th.

- Do you wear compression socks? No
- How many "official" races have you participated in? 1
- What's your average pace for an "easy" run? I don't really have an "easy" run yet...I just go out and run. I averge about 9:45 - 10:00 miles
- Do you run in the AM or PM? definately AM. It's too freakin' hot around here to run in the afternoon/evening! But maybe this winter I'll move to after work
- What's your deal? Married? Kids? Job? Favorite cereal? Married for almost 10 years. 2 kids (ages 6 & 3), technical writer, Raisin Bran Crunch is my favorite "with milk" cereal. But Fruit Loops are my favorite snacking cereal!

I'll play.....

never tried compression socks -- but would!
races -- 7 5ks, 1 8k, 5 1/2m and 3 full marathons
easy run around 10:00 min/mile
prefer morning -- but feel stronger in the evening
married, 12 years, 2 kids (9 & 10) -- desk job (another bean counter) and love cereal - Lucky Charms, Raisin Bran Crunch, Fiber One, Peanut Butter Cap'n Crunch....and the list goes on!

Do you wear compression socks? No.
- How many "official" races have you participated in? A lot! I've been running since 1984.
- What's your average pace for an "easy" run? 11
- Do you run in the AM or PM? AM
- What's your deal? Married? Kids? Job? Favorite cereal? Married, no kids yet, Sheriff's Detective, Quaker Oat Squares.

No on the compression socks.

Official races: 3 5k's, 2 8k's, 1 10k, 2 mud runs, 5 half's, and 4 full's. Currently training for a full in November.

Easy run between 9:30 and 11 depending on the weather and my body.

Usually morning runs. I like to knock it out right after I eat some food before the day starts for me.

Married nearly 10 years, 2 kids 6 and 5. Stay at home mom and do work on the side as an independent contractor.

Favorite cereal - as of late fiber one. For some reason I am starting to be really turned off by sugar in the mornings. I usually crave sweets later in the day but lately it's plain cereal, unsweetened almond milk, and black coffee.

- Do you wear compression socks? Nope
- How many "official" races have you participated in? few 5ks, 10k, 1/2 marathon, warrior dash
- What's your average pace for an "easy" run? 9:30
- Do you run in the AM or PM? PM except when I have a lot of miles to run.
- What's your deal? Married? Kids? Job? Favorite cereal? Yes, 4 kids, IT guy Honey bunches o oats

And, just to keep the thread interesting...
- Do you wear compression socks?
- How many "official" races have you participated in?
- What's your average pace for an "easy" run?
- Do you run in the AM or PM?
- What's your deal? Married? Kids? Job? Favorite cereal?

Welcome I'd love to have you as a friend-I've always loved running but recently got into it more cause I'm learning how to pace myself and breath correctly.

No, I don't wear compression socks but I would love a pair to try out.
No official races yet but signed up for my first 5K in September
I'm not sure of my average pace, I track it but don't pay as much attention to that as I do miles and my heart rate
I prefer to run in the AM before work, I do it sometimes at night too but I push myself more in the morning when I have more energy plus it's not as warm out
I'm an admin specialist (fancy term for receptionist that does everything others don't want to do lol) Not married, have no kids. I've never been one for cereal but I can never pass up a serving of honey bunches of oats

- How many "official" races have you participated in?
Two. I live in Fargo and have run in Fargo Marathon's 10k race twice. I'd like to run the half!

I have done the half 2 times and the full 2 times with 2012 being my last and my best
LOVE
THAT
RACE

No compression socks for me.

Races - 25 marathon (actually 24 & a 50K), ~ 35 halfs and some shorter stuff from time to time

Easy runs - 8:30 - 9:30 pace

Mornings all the way!

Married 18 years, 2 kids. I'm a CPA/tax guy who likes all cereal.

I don't wear compression socks but I do wear compression shorts and shirts.

I've competed in one race this year. The San Bernardino Sheriff's MudRun. I came in 20th out 2,100 competitors.

Lake Tahoe, California maraton scheduled for Sept 28th. Longest run 16 miles thus far.

My average pace for an very easy run is 9 minutes but I prefer to run faster at a 7 minute mile pace.

I work graveyards so my runs vary depending on my training schedule.

Happily married for 25 years this past June, 3 young adult children. General Mill Chocolate Cheerios.

And, just to keep the thread interesting...
- Do you wear compression socks?
- How many "official" races have you participated in?
- What's your average pace for an "easy" run?
- Do you run in the AM or PM?
- What's your deal? Married? Kids? Job? Favorite cereal?

Hi - great thread!


No - but I like the look of them
Probably about 10-15 races (5km 10km and half marathons - road and trail)
Average pace is about 10min mile - would like to be faster
I run whenever I can manage to fit it in!
I'm married 11yrs - two girls aged 9 and 6 and an English Lit teacher. Favourite cereal Crunchy nut cornflakes!!

Hi, I'm fairly new to MFP. I set up an account over a year ago and then joined WW and never used MFP again. Now, I'm a few pounds from my goal and have started using it again. I love it!

I'm a fairly avid runner and am training for my second half marathon in October. I'm looking for other friends on MFP that run too! Send me a friend request!

And, just to keep the thread interesting...
- Do you wear compression socks?
- How many "official" races have you participated in?
- What's your average pace for an "easy" run?
- Do you run in the AM or PM?
- What's your deal? Married? Kids? Job? Favorite cereal?

-No, but do sometimes wear compression sleeves. May try the socks at some point.
-Over 35 - 8 half marathons, 3 fulls and a bunch of shorter ones
-Easy runs are at about a 9:00-9:45 pace, a bit slower on long ones lately in the heat and humidity.
-AM - 99.9% of the time. 4:00 alarm, walk the dog, then go for a run (dog is too much of a spaz to run with)
-Married, no kids at home, data analyst, Cap'n Crunch

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- Do you wear compression socks?
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only for recovery

- How many "official" races have you participated in?

1. A full marathon.

What's your average pace for an "easy" run?

Depends on how long it is but usually about 9 min pace

Do you run in the AM or PM?

Mornings.

What's your deal? Married? Kids? Job?

Married, sahm of 2 year old boy.

Favorite cereal?

Chex (corn) and Kix, lol
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