Anybody Run?

chgonzalez1978
chgonzalez1978 Posts: 114 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
Hi my name is Chris. I started my weight loss journey in March of 2015. Since then I've lost as much as 130 lbs. I credit the majority of my weight lose to running. I started slow of course but now I run 4 to 5 miles during the work week and occasional 10 mile run on the weekend. I'm looking for other friends that have a passion for running and also for occasional advice since I still consider myself a novice to the sport. Please feel free to add me.
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  • marikaCL
    marikaCL Posts: 276 Member
    edited October 2016
    HI

    I'm a keen runner.

    I'm currently not able to at the minute, because of a bad injury, but was in training for marathon/ultras and will get back to it as soon as possible.

    Happy to support.

    Anyone can add me
  • Joanna2012B
    Joanna2012B Posts: 1,448 Member
    Congratulations on your weight loss that is impressive!! I am fairly new to running. I have mastered the 5km run and now I am working my way up to 10km. I run about 23 - 25km per week.

    @AprilCoe slow and steady wins the race. Walk/run slowly increasing your running. The most common mistake is doing too much too soon!!

    Feel free to add me!!
  • Bluepegasus
    Bluepegasus Posts: 333 Member
    I've been running for nearly 9 years now. I'm not fast by any means, but I run!
  • cbro70
    cbro70 Posts: 224 Member
    I was in the Army for 13 years and ran almost everyday but after I got out in 2005 I didn't run at all anymore. I started running a little last summer but as soon as it got cold I quit. In January I quit smoking and started up again. At first I couldn't run more than 5 minutes. Now I run 60 min or more 5 times a week. I love to run and talk to others about running. If anyone wants to add me, feel free.
  • NikolaosKey
    NikolaosKey Posts: 410 Member
    Hey, that was an awesome weight loss. I run around 100k/month (not much) but I find it wonderful exercise. Running is PERFECT!!!
  • Joanna2012B
    Joanna2012B Posts: 1,448 Member
    @epr3996 I don't know what to tell you as I am musically motivated. I have different playlists for different runs. I lose myself in my run! I am so happy that the weather has turned colder finally ... 0-10C is my favourite running temperature. @cbro70 congrats on the quitting smoking...I am coming up on 6 years now...it is not an easy thing to do!!
  • Joanna2012B
    Joanna2012B Posts: 1,448 Member
    @epr3996 I forgot to add that when I started running I hated every moment of it. I couldn't catch my breath, I felt like I weighed 500lbs and found myself heavy footed. I was just plain miserable. I stuck with it! When I found myself improving and being able to run for longer periods I started liking it. Now I LOVE IT!! I had a rest day from running today...and really wish I had of run this morning. I am feeling grumpy and sluggish!! Now of course not everyone will love it, but I do hope you keep at it for a while to see if you start enjoying it.

    Have you thought of running with someone...maybe conversation will spark something for you?
  • todduga
    todduga Posts: 18 Member
    I run 5-10 miles three times a week. I love running. It's helped me lose 30 pounds since the spring. Plan on running a half marathon soon.

    Best way to start is to use a couch to 5K app. It will ease you in slowly.
  • RoxieDawn
    RoxieDawn Posts: 15,488 Member
    Congrats on the weight loss and yes to running!!! :)

    I run.. you might be able to tell by my avitar.. been running for nearly three years and I race some too.
  • Joanna2012B
    Joanna2012B Posts: 1,448 Member
    @epr3996 ohhh Jackie Bradley Jr has time on his hand now too!!!!

    Just slow down then. You don't have to run fast. How I started was walk/run. So I would run for as long as I could then walk to catch my breath. As soon as I did I ran again for as long as I could. I didn't think I could ever run a straight 5km(3.1 miles), but I kept at it and now I can run 8km...I am running 10km on the weekend. I have been pondering training for a half marathon...which I thought was beyond my reach! I would run with you if we were near each other...you could laugh at me too cause I sing when I run. I have my ear buds in and the people around me can only hear my awful voice...LOL
  • girlinahat
    girlinahat Posts: 2,956 Member
    epr3996 wrote: »
    I started running or Jogging as I like to call it 2 1/2 months ago looking to lose some weight and get off some daily pills. I find it harder and harder to not be bored while running any suggestions i've tried different routes and different music but still bored after 10 minutes or less!

    I listened to podcasts when I was first running on the treadmill, but now I run outside and don't have any distractions apart from trying not to fall on my face. I run with a club sometimes so maybe that would work? Otherwise I tend to just talk to myself and solve all of life's problems during my runs.
  • KatieJane83
    KatieJane83 Posts: 2,002 Member
    I run!

    A great place here on MFP is the monthly running challenge thread: community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10463158/october-2016-running-challenge/p1

    There is a corresponding MFP group as well: community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/21182-monthly-running-challenges

    Lots of super friendly, supportive, funny people. And also a great opportunity to learn, even if you just passively read posts, because there are a ton of very experienced runners there as well.
  • girlinahat
    girlinahat Posts: 2,956 Member
    epr3996 wrote: »

    I try and solve all the world's problems but I solve one and find 2 more!

    all the more reason to run more - after all, you need that run time to keep solving the problems!!!


  • Joanna2012B
    Joanna2012B Posts: 1,448 Member
    I am in the same boat as you @epr3996 I get up at 4:45am to run at 5am so I can come home and get ready for work. I have one lady that joins me periodically, but anymore I enjoy running on my own. I get lost in my music or my thoughts. I had to train myself to do so! I am so proud of you my friend!!
  • stingrayinfl
    stingrayinfl Posts: 284 Member
    I run and walk a lot. Marathon or ultra two to three times a mth. Am into trails now, hope to do the at in a couple of yrs.
  • RLW0930
    RLW0930 Posts: 32 Member
    Just started walk/jogging last month. Tuesday I did 4.88 miles in 75 minutes. (Slow, I know) but get a little better each time. My next goal is a full 5 miles in 75 minutes, then to get quicker from there. I have a treadmill, but find that running outside keeps my mind occupied. Sucks that it is raining today! Guess treadmill it is!
  • Joanna2012B
    Joanna2012B Posts: 1,448 Member
    @RLW0930 way to go! You are lapping everyone on the couch!!! Have you tried running in the rain? I ran a race earlier this year and it was rain or shine. Well it rained and from that day forward I vowed I would never miss another run because of rain!! It is one of my favourite times.
  • RLW0930
    RLW0930 Posts: 32 Member
    Joanna2012B wrote: »
    @RLW0930 way to go! You are lapping everyone on the couch!!! Have you tried running in the rain? I ran a race earlier this year and it was rain or shine. Well it rained and from that day forward I vowed I would never miss another run because of rain!! It is one of my favourite times.

    Thanks Joanna2012B! When I attempting running many years ago, I did run in the rain one time. It was rather refreshing. I may just try it! Thanks!
  • keanndreg
    keanndreg Posts: 5 Member
    This is awesome to see so many runners! I dispise disqualified running but I feel like it's the only way for me to get my cardiologist. I do m-f 1.87 miles in 15 minutes....i also do strength training the night before my runs lunges squats leg lifts etc. Today I switched my run to add sprinting so I do about .5 sprint and .87 run and .5 walk. I read to avoid plateau I have to switch it up so I will see how it turns out.
  • girlinahat
    girlinahat Posts: 2,956 Member
    stingrayinfl wrote: »
    I run and walk a lot. Marathon or ultra two to three times a mth. Am into trails now, hope to do the at in a couple of yrs.

    That. Is. Impressive.
  • SashEdwards
    SashEdwards Posts: 78 Member
    I love this thread! The more runners the merrier! I have always loved running, but seriously got on the band wagon earlier this year - quit smoking in February and replaced that addiction with running. It was a long haul, but have worked up to 5-6K average 5-6 days a week. I love it. I started again to help me lose the dreaded quit smoking weight. That hasn't really helped lol but I just keep going....please feel free to add me :)
  • Joanna2012B
    Joanna2012B Posts: 1,448 Member
    @SashEdwards your picked the right addiction my friend!!! Congrats on the quitting smoking!!! I know how hard it is, I have been smoke free for 6 years!!
  • soufauxgirl
    soufauxgirl Posts: 392 Member
    I am an absolute beginner with running and I am enjoying it and I have shocked myself with how far I have come. I completed C25k earlier this year and now I'm working through C10k. I run three times a week and have signed up for my first 5km run next month. feel free to add me
  • fattothinmum
    fattothinmum Posts: 218 Member
    Started running Jan this year with C25K. Am still very slow but can run around 1.5ish hours once a week and 5k twice a week. My fastest was 10k in 70 minutes and 5k in 33 minutes. My distance in longer run is growing. Around 12k is my furthest so far. My goals are 10 miles in long run by my year running anniversary and 5k in 30 minutes. I had health issues and was still overweight when I started. I also quit smoking a couple of months in, to increase my endurance. It helped enormously, even though I was only a one or two cigarettes a day smoker.
  • jordanamrussell
    jordanamrussell Posts: 40 Member
    I've been running off and on for 2 years, this year I finally got serious about it and finished the c25k app and now I run 3-4 miles a few times a week. My goal is a half marathon sometime in the future, so right now I'm just building up my endurance and my mileage. I'd love some new friends on here if anyone wants to add me. I also have a fitbit(jordana0305@hotmail.com) and I use the Nike app to track my runs (Jordana84) :)
  • cosmonew
    cosmonew Posts: 513 Member
    I run to loose weight. I enjoy setting new PR's. I used to run in the army and didn't really enjoy it until about 2010, now I really love seeing my strength and improvement. Please send me a friend request, I need more running friends.
  • Somebody_Loved
    Somebody_Loved Posts: 498 Member
    soufauxgirl wrote: »
    I am an absolute beginner with running and I am enjoying it and I have shocked myself with how far I have come. I completed C25k earlier this year and now I'm working through C10k. I run three times a week and have signed up for my first 5km run next month. feel free to add me

    Congratulations!! This is what I did - I started c25k, then did bridge to 10k. I was completely hooked by the end of it and have since run several half marathons and a marathon. Such great programs!
  • TheGaudyMagpie
    TheGaudyMagpie Posts: 282 Member
    I've been running for a few weeks. I've been a hiker for awhile, so I actually did a 10K trail run earlier in the month with a 2000 ft. elevation gain. I only ran part of it, and came in nearly last, but I enjoyed it. I'm tentatively planning another trail 10K (flat this time!) in mid-December. Even if I can't run the whole thing, it keeps me motivated to train to have something scheduled.

    I was running/walking a 5K about three times a week to train, but now it's getting dark too early to do more than about 1.5 miles so I need to either move to a treadmill or find a place I don't mind running in the dark. I can't run in the morning because I have really intractable insomnia and get my best sleep between about 1:00am-6:00am. I'm considering moving more to treadmill & weights for the winter and getting back to hard training in the spring. Has anybody had any success with training on a stationary bike during the week with runs on the weekend? I have one so that would be the easiest thing to do.

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