Hi I'm Twiglet and I'm starting from Couch to 5km in preparation for a triathlon in May. it's not my first but it is the first one that I am starting to train for being so overweight and unfit. But that's the challenge. Anyone in or near the Hackney area of London let me know - let's go out for a walk/run/walk soon!

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Hi I'm Twiglet and I'm starting from Couch to 5km in preparation for a triathlon in May. it's not my first but it is the first one that I am starting to train for being so overweight and unfit. But that's the challenge. Anyone in or near the Hackney area of London let me know - let's go out for a walk/run/walk soon!

Hi there, I have been running happily on a treadmill for the past 12 months and have decided to get fitte, lose more weight and set myself a new challenge to take part in the London's Hackney half a marathon run which is around 13 miles. A very big challenge for me as my last marathan was 5k, 12 years ago however I'm hoping that being 110Ibs lighter and able to run now 8km under 50 minutes I should be ready for the challenge. Link me up on Fitpal and maybe we can hook to go for a very long walk or run.

Hello all, So glad I found this. I am heading into the 55th year of life and super excited for the events of 2016! I did 1/2, 4 years ago a few 5Ks. This year I am doing the 1/2 again with goal of any time under 2 hours. I only treadmill in the winter, road only rest of year. I am at 25 mile a week now treadmill is so boring, so this will keep me motivated!

Hi all, I'm Heidi, I have gained a lot of weight due to the stress of my Dad having brain cancer and dying within 9 months. That was 2 years ago and I'm now ready for a change. So in January I signed up for a half marathon.. , I've lost 9 lbs . My goal is to lose weight, start running without injury, and to start the Couch to half marathon. I have run a total of 8-5K's and 3-10K's.. I need this group for guidance and motivation to reach my goals

Hi everyone! My name is Lizz, and I'm a brand new runner!

I attended a running camp last fall before going on vacation. I really enjoyed it, and loved the sociability of having a group doing the same activity. After my vacation, there was snow on the ground and my group disbanded. I have found it incredibly hard to stay motivated, and have fallen off track ( ;-) ).

I am looking forward to being a part of a community that supports running! My starting goal is small, 25 miles, but for me that's tremendous! I'm great at setting a sustainable pace, but for me it's also a little slow. My goal is to add some speed by the end of the month - and to have the courage to run in the snow/ice!

Hi I'm Hallie. I started running back in 2013 got up to a 10k status ran a race and then kind of fell off the wagon with just small runs here and there. I'm currently back on and training for my first 1/2 coming up here in April. It's nice to find this page (which I found a while ago but right around when I fwas off the wagon) to see others thoughts and running adventures.

Goal for February? 3 X 3.1 miles (ie 5km) per week X 4 weeks = 37.2 miles/60 km per month.

Done to date (Feb 7):
Feb 3: 1.91 miles (3.07 km)
Feb 7: 3.19 miles (5.13 km)...totals for week 1: 5.1 miles/8.2 km

Hi! I'm Ray, I'm from the Pittsburgh area, and I'm brand spanking new to running. I used to be someone who never ever ran. But, I've been walking as part of my weight loss routine since the beginning of September, and I've been working towards a 20 mile overnight walk in NYC the first weekend of June. Just for the grins, I tried running on a treadmill a little bit a week ago, and when finding that I could do it way better than I used to, I decided to give a 5K training program a whirl. So here I am! It's great to meet all of you!

Hello.
I'm Max. I'm quite new to running and still focusing on building stamina and endurance - maybe one day I'll get around to focusing on speed, but no promises
I set myself a challenge to run 1000km this year, and I've managed to get 17% of that distance out of the way so far. But I know myself well, and I'm vulnerable to falling off the running wagon, so I'm making as many connections as I can to try and really embed this new 'hobby' (or perhaps 'lifestyle' is a better word?)
Anyway, I'm in my 40's, live in Scotland, and usually run on my local track. I've registered for a virtual race in May, but I'm also seriously considering doing a race 'in the wild' before the year is out, if I build up the nerve. Maybe that can be a second goal for me?
Anyway, I'm on Garmin Connect, also as 'maxtheminimalist' - it would be nice to meet some MFPers along the way.
All the best,
Max

Hi, I'm Nicole. I started running in 2010 and then took a break but I'm back at it. I have run a couple of 5K's and I'm training for my 1st Half in May.

Hey all! I'm Tara and I'm trying out the running thing here once I get my treadmill in the basement. My plan is to pop on a show (got the box set of Glee - judge me haha!) and use that time on the treadmill ~40 min. I play soccer so I am used to running but when I'm chasing something not just....running.

When did you guys notice a change in your mentality from 'having' to run to wanting to run and actually enjoying it? I love the post exercise feel but running have be difficult to motivate yourself for I've found.

Hi I'm Jonesie. I decided I will become a runner this year. I downloaded the Nike Running app on a suggestion of a friend and was surprised I ran 49 miles this month! Before this last month I've never walk/jogged more than 5 miles at a time. I've recently started doing 6 mile runs and I think I'm starting to like it!

I'm looking forward to participating with you all!

Hi, I'm Sharon. I started running back in 2001 to maintain a significant weight loss. My weight has fluctuated over the years, but thanks to MFP and some awesome Fitbit friends, I am back to my goal weight and I'm excited to add some new runs to my calendar for 2016.

I joined in the Feb running challenge but only just discovered this group! I'm Cari and I live in Hertfordshire (UK). I used to run years ago quite regularly, but have just recently got back into it as a means of helping with my weight loss, and just getting fitter. I also find I like the 'me' time, and the fact that I don't need a gym or set classes to run, I can just put my gear on and go. I recently joined a local Running Club too, I only run with them once a week and try and get out twice a week more on my own. I'm hoping to build up my stamina and aim for running a 5k in April.

Hi, I am Kathy. I have had a seven year hiatus from running and I want to get back into it again. It is harder because I am older and heavier, but I am stopping with the excuses. This month of March I am working towards being able to run a 5K. Currently can go for 1.5 miles.