Hey, everyone. I'm Jenn and I'm a newbie runner. I'm training for my first 5k, which is coming up in May. My goal is to run the whole thing.

Hi, I’m Bex, live in England. I’ve ran a couple of Half Marathons in the past but not well and never managed to be a regular runner. That’s now my aim so starting C25K today. Wish me luck

Hi, I'm Kevin from Alberta, Canada. I have tried to be a runner in the past but this year I am training and have been trying to lose weight to be more successful. Trying to figure out a training program that is more successful for me. I am planning to complete some 5ks and hoping to make it 10k before the end of the season.

Hi, I'm Patti. I'm returning to running and am looking for the support and challenge of this group. I've run 2 marathons, several half marathons and too many 10 & 5K's to count....but this was seemingly a lifetime ago; well over 20. I currently average 8-10 miles per week with my current "long run" being 4 miles at a snails pace. Would be nice to have an accountability buddy if anyone is interested.

I am 52, soon to turn 53 in about 20 days and want my next year on this planet to be the healthiest possible. Running was always my go to, but this time of year is when the cross training comes in spending an equal amount of time road and/or trail biking, hiking and kayaking. I live in a rural area of the Catskill Mountain area of Upstate NY near Albany.

Looking forward to the support and inspiration and hopefully getting to know some of you!

Peace!

Hi all, I am new to the challenge for May. Currently I run about 35ish miles a week but hoping to get up to 50+ per week as I am training for my first Marathon in Sept 2018. I'm a 39 and from Cincinnati.

Hi everyone, I'm Kim. I live in NZ. Ive been running on and off for 1.5 years now. I have decided concentrate more on the running this year as I lost 20kg last year. I have signed up for a 10k event in September, and a half marathon in November. Looking forward to joining in!

Oh...wanted to add that I'm new to the challenge for July!

Hi everyone. I am new to the group. I have run 3 marathons in the past, the last was 8 years ago. I have not been a consistent runner since 2010. I discovered running during a weight loss period in my life, in my early 30's, and really did love it, but my weight has kept me away from being able to run since the last marathon.

I am currently 262lbs, and losing steadily. I am on week 3 or Couch to 5K an really enjoying the process of getting back in to running. My goal is to get to 185-190 lbs (I'm 6'1"), and evaluate from there. At this weight I will be 100lbs lighter than at my heaviest.

Running is my passion, and I have been given another chance to make it work, so I am embracing it with both hands. Being able to run (at any speed) is a gift, and I remind myself of this everyday.

I am really looking forward to the day I can get out and run a 10K loop near my home, I suspect it will be some time in September when this happens. I have entered a half marathon in April 2019 and will hopefully run a full marathon on Sept 2019, if not a little sooner.

I am not in a rush to lose weight, it will happen as it happens, my current rate of loss is about 3lbs a week, but I do have anywhere between 80 to 95 lbs to lose depending on which scale I use for weight/height/age, so I am sure this rate of loss with drop in a month or two.

It's awesome to be part of a running group, I have always run on my own and not really shared my passion for running with anyone other than my wife.

Please feel free to add me as a friend.

Hi to all above! I'm Lisa, and I'm in Michigan. I used to run several times a week back in 2011, but after getting married, switching to first shift, and having a child, I fell out of the morning habit I had established. I'd like to make use of the treadmill that has been feeling lonely in my basement for a while now so I'm setting a goal of 25 miles this month. I'll aim for approx. 2 miles/day of a walk/run, 3x/week. Nice and slow to ease back in.

I'm just starting to learn how to run distance. I've never EVER run before, and I'm a young 51 years of age! I'm using a 10K app to train. It's been great, and I'm actually doing it!!! My wife and I are going to try to find a 10K someplace we can go to, likely beginning of the year. If any of you are in Sacramento or the surrounding area and know of any 5 or 10K runs coming up, will you let me know? Thanks everyone! Jessica

I am Sam. I used to run everyday. I have done 3 half marathons. Honestly love running, but got out of habit when I met my now husband. I joined on hopes that this will help me find my motivation to get back out there and stay consistent with running. Also I am in a relay in October and don't want to let my team down by being out of shape.

Hello, I'm Kate. I've run off and on for years, and have recently returned seeking peace of mind. My BF died in April, and getting out on the road, putting one foot in front of the other and pushing myself has really helped me stay sane. Plus, I'm so busy trying to stay upright and keep breathing that I can't really focus on anything else. Seriously though, I love the zone out during my run and the clean feeling I have after...if that makes any sense. I usually run at dusk or early evening in my neighborhood to beat the heat and indoors if it's gross out, although usually I'll just take that as a rest day because I'm a terror on the treadmill.

As I said in the thread, I'm not currently training for any races, I'm just doing what feels good. I may look at doing some races next year, I just don't want that pressure right now. In years past I've completed a few 5ks and trained for a half but wasn't able to run it. I'm also a college student as well as the mother of a college student...so, that's lots of fun. I live just outside of Reading, PA. As for other hobbies, I'm an avid reader, knitter, and I spin yarn. And finally, I'm a whiskey and scotch enthusiast. Usually whiskey though, scotch gets a little pricey.

Hey, I'm Jasper. I'm new to running, but I hope to get at least one mile done per day, for a minimum of 30 miles per month.

I'm a college student who has started running as a way to relieve stress.

Hi,
I'm Karen. I've been participating in the Run the Year challenge for 3 years. I joined the Americathon challenge on July 4th. I like being active, and I love that I get to explore while exercising.

Howdy! My name is Akayla and I am new to running. I recently lost over 20lbs and now I am trying to burn the fat. So cardio is the next move for me.