Hi, I'm Dana, a 51 y/o guy trying to lose (and keep off!) the excess poundage. Several years ago, I got disgusted by seeing pictures of myself at #260, and started to do something about it. Started using a dreadmill at work, and eating a little better. Got challenged to run the 5K sponsored by my workplace, and finished it! Kept going, and finally got down to #204 before I started losing the good habits, and crept back up to #228 (as of mid-October 2014). That's when I got my FitBit, and restarted on MFP. Now I'm down to #186, on my way to ~#174, and we'll see from there.

Can't really say that I "love" running, but I certainly miss it when I skip a day (and get antsy about keeping up my 14.5K step/day average!). Right now, I'm running about 20 miles/week. My next challenge is going to be figuring out how to maintain my weight, balancing my running/stepping with a good eating plan.

Hi, I'm Pennie. Two years ago I had the running bug and lost it once my daughter moved back home and the treadmill got covered with boxes. I ran my 1st 5K three years ago and realized the huge difference between treadmill running and actually running outdoors. My goal is to pick up the bug again slowly and once the snow clears up a bit try to alternate outdoors. I'm going to start this challenge with 50 miles for the month. I do need to dig out the treadmill.

Hi! I'm Aryn, pretty new to running. When I found the challenge group, I was very excited! Running is something I enjoy, it always pushes me.

Hi I'm Kim. I'm 53 years old and my goal in general is to do a Tough Mudder in 2016. Part of being able to do a TM is being able to go 12 -14 miles plus the obstacles. So, now I'm becoming a runner (albeit a slooowww runner). I have done a 5k and a Ridiculous Obstacle Course Run but it's been over a year. I have a 5k in April, a 10k in May and thinking of signing up for a 1/2 in October of this year. Never thought of myself as a runner, but find I am enjoying the longer runs. Looking forward to April as I've joined a couple (one on MFP) challenges to run 100 miles in April. That's gonna be hard, but I'm willing to give it my best shot!

I'm Tara. 30 years old. I'm married and have 4 kiddos, 2 of which I homeschool. I was NEVER interested in running in school. I did it only when we were forced to in PE. Now, I absolutely love it, even though it's still difficult most times. I guess it's a stress reliever. I ran my 2nd 5K race a couple of weeks ago and will do my 3rd in 3 more weeks. I'm just super stoked that I found this group!

Hi, I'm Karen. I'm 51 and have about 90 pounds to lose. I've always been interested in running, but always found excuses not to. In March I was inspired by the story of the 500+ pound man who is committing to do a 5k a month. Blew my excuses right out the window. So, I have started hiking with my dog 2-3 miles every day using the lolo Easy 5k workout at the beginning of each hike. We both feel great so far. I've signed up for a 5k in early May. My long term goal is to complete the Krispy Kreme Challenge next year.

Hi, I'm Carrie. I run 2-3x/wk currently but am working on changing it to 3-4x/wk. Average run is 5km/3.1mi, with a long run of 10km/6mi and currently training for a 21.1km/13.1mi., so definitely need to have some accountability! I'm primarily a PM runner but throw the odd bright day run in. Haven't run any races this year ($$$ is awful) but am planning on running a HM in October with the goal of running the full marathon the next year (bucket list goal - complete a full marathon before I turn 30!). Right now my primary goal is getting the mileage in, so distance is a thing. Nice meeting you all!

I'm brand new to running. I never thought I'd take it up. I used to be out of breath running for a bus! But I've started walking and running in a local park and I would like to push my running to build my stamina. So something like this seems ideal for me. As this is my first time I'm going to set a low target of 40 miles and see how I go.

I'm new to running and just completed week 3 of C25K. I don't have the confidence to run in public so I go on my treadmill at home, unfortunately it's set at a 5% incline and can't be adjusted. I do a lot of walking as I don't drive and I've been told that I'd probably be able to do a 5k quite easily considering the speed I go when it's on the incline. However I'm still going to stick to the plan as I would like to be able to run 5k in 30mins and after the C25K is done I will be following with the C210K programme, maybe then I will have the confidence to run outside.

Hello everyone!! My name is Charles and I just started back running a few months ago. I completed C25K a couple years ago then stopped running due to injuries. I thought if I could get some weight off I would stop injuring myself. That never happened so I just started focusing on better running form and running came naturally. I've completed a couple of 10 milers and 1 half. I'm currently training for another half come Aug and then the Marine corps marathon in Oct. I only try to run early am so my struggle is turning off the gadgets and getting to bed at a decent time the night before. My goal is 65 mi this month and gradually increasing until race week, nice meeting you all and thanks for sharing your stories!

Hi my name is Dayna! I am 25 years old and I am married and have 2 children. I started running last year but previously I ran in high school. I am coming into this challenge late... Hope that's ok. I usually like to run after work but mainly early morning or late night runs are my favorite.

Oh, and I try to log in 20-30 miles a week. It will increase over the next few months.

Hey All!,

I just posted my intro in the May challenge but see that I should have posted it here. Oops! Here's what I wrote:

Hey, just saw this thread. As it happens, I just started running this month. May 9th I went with a group to a 5k brewery run/walk (instead of a t-shirt you get a mug and a pint of beer), with every intention of walking it. One of the guys in our group said he was going to run the whole thing, and I took the bait and said I would too.

I had been fitness walking for two months, getting my pace down to 15 minute miles, but I haven't run with fitness in mind since high school football, 30 years ago. Thankfully the guy made me go a lot slower than I wanted to go and I shocked myself by running the entire route. My leg muscles were very sore for several days after that!

I went from zero interest in running to getting really excited about it in about 37 minutes. I was quite proud of my time! Instantly I knew I was going to start running regularly. Since then I've run at least 5k every other day, stopping only to pick up dog crap when I take my lab with me. I have a second 5k race schedule for Memorial Day and look to improve my time by a few minutes (I'm already down to 32 minutes for 5k on my own).

I went to a running store and had my gait analyzes (bought some Brooks Glycerin 12's), bought some running clothes, and I find myself having a hard time waiting for my next run. Tonight I'll be running the same course as my Monday race, trying to get to a 10 minute pace. I have tentatively planned a 10k for mid July.

Hi! I am Rajni from Bangalore, India. Running has been my long time dream. Now I have started c25k. Day two was today and I am already feeling excited for coming days! I did run on treadmills but road experience was different. Would be needing your tips and advise being a total novice on roads.

Hey everyone!
New to the group, but I have been running for the last few years. Completed several 10ks and 1 half marathon (don't think I'll be doing another!) My goals have always been to run the whole race without walking, but this year I've decided I want to do a sub 1 hour 10k. Any advice on how to this would be great!

I'm from London England, and I run mostly just to de-stress and have some me time whilst singing along to my music. I run on the roads early in the morning to avoid the taste of smog and people staring!

Just signed up for the June challenge & looking forward to it