I may be chubby BUT I run Half Marathons
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Good job in telling her!!!
Rock on my friend, rock on
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You Go Girl!!!!!!!!!!0
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Hell I was about 199 pounds the first 5k I ever ran and I got first in my age and there where a lot of people there. They looked at me the same way. I was a little shy about it but I use to be pretty damned shy but you seem like a real go get em take no junk kind of gal thats really awesome you keep going your totally awesome no matter what you weigh!
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LOL this is GREAT LOL!0 -
WAY TO GO! I may be a size 10/12, but I am out there running! Go get it girl.0
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Love love love love x infinity!!!! I am a slower runner 10-10:30 miles depending on distance, but I am much faster than those sitting on the couch!!! P.S. I could probably beat the crap out of the judgmental skinny #%€£$ that feel/act that way lol. STRONG > skinny!0
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I know this is going to get me a bunch of crap, but whatever...
Why did you assume that this lady was thinking anything about you? And why did the other poster assume that the "skinny little girl" and her boyfriend were looking at her and laughing about her?
I know when I run, I don't much pay attention to anyone but myself. I assume that other people are there for the same reason. It never occurs to me that anyone else cares what I do, let alone that they would go out of their way to express it to me.0 -
:drinker: Great going! Holy heck, I still can't get myself to do a second 5K let alone a half... my time sucks but I know that's not what it's about.
And thanks for this... while it may be physically possible, it's the mental thing that gets in the way too much. :ohwell:For those of you hesitant to enter and run a race, let me tell you something.
I run marathons, half marathons, 10k's, and 5k's and do look athletic and look like a runner. I also do not EVER judge someone on how they look. The running community is very tight and you will see every kind of person at these races. From kids to women and men in their 80's. Short, tall, fat, and thin. There is just so much support at these events. Trust me.... know one is looking at you or judging you.
Don't put pressure on yourself once you do finally sign up and line up at the starting line. People walk, run, walk and run, whatever it takes to have fun and get to that finish line.
Also......
While I was dying at mile 22 at the Rock N Roll marathon in St. Louis last October.... a 50+ year old woman with some extra pounds sailed past me and finished before me. She actually motivated me to keep it moving and get to that 26.2 mile finish!!0 -
Hello fellow MFP members and fellow runners. Have you ever gone out for a run and had people look at you and you can tell that they are thinking "Why is that person running they are over weight?" I was out training for a race a few weeks back and I got the dirtiest look from some lady walking along the path. So me the smartie pants that I am said very loud so the miserable cow could hear me "Hey I might be chubby but I can run half marathons" Yep pretty sure that made her think again before judging people!! Why is it that non runners think you have to be thin and be an elite runner just to run. I am by no means a Kenyan but I get out there. It doesnt matter if you can complete with an amazing time or if it takes you alot longer then the "AVERAGE JOE" you are getting out there and having fun (well most times having fun) And Dead Last Finish is greater then did not finish, which trumps did ntot start!!
Wait, so you're yelling at random strangers who give you the wrong look and you are criticizing her for "judging" you? You ever think that should could have been lost in thought that day about her losing her job, a family member dying or just having a bad day? If you think you can read other people's thoughts about you maybe you need to change your inner monologue and start thinking better about yourself.
Absolutely not disagreeing with your running and kudos for your great hard work. Keep that up! Just keep the attacks on random strangers down to a minimum!
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Isn't it a leap to assume that the walker thought or felt a certain way based on ones perception of "a look"? I ask this simple question, because when i was heavier I projected my own negative self image on other people, and assumed they thought or felt a certain way about me.. The reality is that person might not have been reacting to the jogger at all, could have been having a very difficult day, in pain, who knows..
My thought is that we should just rise above, keep the smile on our faces, and let our feet do the talking.
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For those of you hesitant to enter and run a race, let me tell you something.
I run marathons, half marathons, 10k's, and 5k's and do look athletic and look like a runner. I also do not EVER judge someone on how they look. The running community is very tight and you will see every kind of person at these races. From kids to women and men in their 80's. Short, tall, fat, and thin. There is just so much support at these events. Trust me.... know one is looking at you or judging you.
Don't put pressure on yourself once you do finally sign up and line up at the starting line. People walk, run, walk and run, whatever it takes to have fun and get to that finish line.
Also......
While I was dying at mile 22 at the Rock N Roll marathon in St. Louis last October.... a 50+ year old woman with some extra pounds sailed past me and finished before me. She actually motivated me to keep it moving and get to that 26.2 mile finish!!
YAY! Thank you for sharing 0 -
Love it!!
One of my favorite quotes - "I may not be the strongest, and I may not be the fastest, but I'll be DAMNED if I'm not trying my hardest."
Keep it up!0 -
I know this is going to get me a bunch of crap, but whatever...
Why did you assume that this lady was thinking anything about you? And why did the other poster assume that the "skinny little girl" and her boyfriend were looking at her and laughing about her?
I know when I run, I don't much pay attention to anyone but myself. I assume that other people are there for the same reason. It never occurs to me that anyone else cares what I do, let alone that they would go out of their way to express it to me.
I actually agree with this. Maybe that other person was just startled by you running up past her. Or maybe she was in a bad mood. Maybe she was jealous about the fact you were running at all and she couldn't for whatever reason, but it had no idea with the fact that you are "chubby". Just a few thoughts. Not everyone has a negative mindset and looks down on others that are able to run.
It's the eternal optimist in me. 0 -
Awesome! You said what so many of us non-typical runners have thought many times.0
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Great post, I to am a chubby runner 6'4" 265.. I always wonder if ppl are running with me or away from me when i'm in my running gear on the trails..lol, Keep running !!! no matter how fast or slow you are, you are still running faster then anyone on a couch !!! Rock on MFP 's !!! feel free to add me the more support the better Cheer's !!0
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love it! YOU ROCK!!!! I'm running my first 5k this sat, and already got "YOU'RE A RUNNER?". Some people really suck! I think its great you're doing half marathons :-) Here's to many more miles!0
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I know this is going to get me a bunch of crap, but whatever...
Why did you assume that this lady was thinking anything about you? And why did the other poster assume that the "skinny little girl" and her boyfriend were looking at her and laughing about her?
I know when I run, I don't much pay attention to anyone but myself. I assume that other people are there for the same reason. It never occurs to me that anyone else cares what I do, let alone that they would go out of their way to express it to me.
This was my immediate thought, too. How the hell does the OP know what the person was thinking?0 -
Hello fellow MFP members and fellow runners. Have you ever gone out for a run and had people look at you and you can tell that they are thinking "Why is that person running they are over weight?" I was out training for a race a few weeks back and I got the dirtiest look from some lady walking along the path. So me the smartie pants that I am said very loud so the miserable cow could hear me "Hey I might be chubby but I can run half marathons" Yep pretty sure that made her think again before judging people!! Why is it that non runners think you have to be thin and be an elite runner just to run. I am by no means a Kenyan but I get out there. It doesnt matter if you can complete with an amazing time or if it takes you alot longer then the "AVERAGE JOE" you are getting out there and having fun (well most times having fun) And Dead Last Finish is greater then did not finish, which trumps did ntot start!!
No one likes to be stared at, much less made fun of, but your referring to another woman as a "miserable cow" doesn't help matters. In fact, it suggests you could be just as vicious and judgmental were the running shoe on the other foot.0 -
Well written. Good job!0
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Dead Last Finish is greater then did not finish, which trumps did ntot start!!
^^^Love this... Great outlook!0 -
I know this is going to get me a bunch of crap, but whatever...
Why did you assume that this lady was thinking anything about you? And why did the other poster assume that the "skinny little girl" and her boyfriend were looking at her and laughing about her?
I know when I run, I don't much pay attention to anyone but myself. I assume that other people are there for the same reason. It never occurs to me that anyone else cares what I do, let alone that they would go out of their way to express it to me.
This was my immediate thought, too. How the hell does the OP know what the person was thinking?
I don't usually pay too much attention to other people either. If I saw someone who was obese and running, I would be happy not to have to run with that amount of weight, but I would appreciate the person's determination.
Some people also may be concerned that an obese person is going to blow out his or her joints. Running is an injury-laden sport, even for normal-sized folks.0 -
Awesome! I ran my first last fall. My son, a real runner (LOL), decided we would do a little run together for my birthday. I don't have to assume. People spoke out and asked me if I really did it. When I wear my shirt out I do get strange looks as they read the shirt, look me over, read again, look again - I must assume then.0
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Hello fellow MFP members and fellow runners. Have you ever gone out for a run and had people look at you and you can tell that they are thinking "Why is that person running they are over weight?" I was out training for a race a few weeks back and I got the dirtiest look from some lady walking along the path. So me the smartie pants that I am said very loud so the miserable cow could hear me "Hey I might be chubby but I can run half marathons" Yep pretty sure that made her think again before judging people!! Why is it that non runners think you have to be thin and be an elite runner just to run. I am by no means a Kenyan but I get out there. It doesnt matter if you can complete with an amazing time or if it takes you alot longer then the "AVERAGE JOE" you are getting out there and having fun (well most times having fun) And Dead Last Finish is greater then did not finish, which trumps did ntot start!!
I love this post/comment!! I am the same way. I have done many races including 5K, 8K, 10K and 1/2 marathons and I'm always wondering if the skinnies are like "what the hell is she doing running? She's way too fat!" They can bite me..ha, ha.0 -
GOOD ON YA!0
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Read so many studies that a little extra weight as far as health and life span goes is a really positive thing. It's sort of unnatural to be "ripped/shredded". Congratulations on your run After 2 knee surgeries and the doctor telling me I have abnormal meniscus I have to restrict my distances. 0
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I am by no means a great runner like you but that happened to me yesterday. This skinny little girl gave me the dirtiest look as she was eating a plate of pancakes. I was like, really? I am bettering myself and you have the gall to give me that look. She then snickered to her boyfriend right in front of me. It was hurtful and really rude. Hope her metabolism never slows down.
Yeah, her reaction was rude, but why do you think she has that attitude? Newsflash: Most people do become overweight because they overeat.
I suggest growing a thicker skin.0 -
You are AWESOME!!0
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Totally agree with you 100%! Getting out there and doing it is much better than just sitting on the couch, and you feel better about yourself. Good for you!!!0
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LOVE IT!! Good for you for putting that miserable you know what in her place! :flowerforyou:0
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Hello fellow MFP members and fellow runners. Have you ever gone out for a run and had people look at you and you can tell that they are thinking "Why is that person running they are over weight?" I was out training for a race a few weeks back and I got the dirtiest look from some lady walking along the path. So me the smartie pants that I am said very loud so the miserable cow could hear me "Hey I might be chubby but I can run half marathons" Yep pretty sure that made her think again before judging people!!
You don't know what this lady was thinking...at all.
You calling her miserable cow? How immature and judgmental of you.
Good job on your running, as a big person I get that...But you have a lot of growing up to do. This lady did NOTHING wrong to you...0
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