Looking for runners as friends...

Jconner30
Jconner30 Posts: 311
edited October 7 in Introduce Yourself
I run about 30-35 miles a week. I also am also training for my 2nd marathon (New Orleans Rock and Roll 1/2 marathon - I did a full marathon on my birthday: San Antonio Rock and Roll Marathon).

My goal for 2012 is to run 1000+ miles by Dec 31, 2012. I *know* I will make this goal early - probally in October but I am setting the goal low in case of injury or other misfortunes :smile:

I would like to add runners to my friends list :smile:
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  • PBmaria
    PBmaria Posts: 854 Member
    Feel free to add me!
    I've ran 2 half marathons and a metric marathon. Right now I'm running about 25 miles a week and I'm about to start training for my first marathon in April so my mileage is going to go up soon.
  • andrea_gillam
    andrea_gillam Posts: 9 Member
    Thats awesome! I used to run all the time....im just starting out at 1-3 miles hopefully a day...I know starting out is tough, but Im trying to get over the hump, because I know if I do I will stick with it and I will tone and lose the weight I need to.
  • skingszoo
    skingszoo Posts: 412 Member
    I've been "trying" to become a runner. I slack in the winter :-/ I ran my first half in Sept and it was NOT pretty!!! I did finish under my goal (2hr 57min) but I was in so much pain with calf cramps, I got a black toe (still have it) and it really was not want I expected for my first half. After talking with other runners the half I did was one of the hardest they had run as well and should not have been my first lol I have signed up for another in April. I'm hoping I can do better this time. Add me if you would like but I am a newbie/half timer. :-)
  • BerryH
    BerryH Posts: 4,698 Member
    Hi, add me, unless you're looking for FAST runners! I've been running for 15 years and I'm training for my second Marathon in April.
  • jncverhoef
    jncverhoef Posts: 5 Member
    I'm hoping to run my second marathon in the spring. Ran my first last fall in Amsterdam. It was an amazing experience!! Feel free to add me, I too am looking for more runner friends :)
    joli
  • runningathena
    runningathena Posts: 218 Member
    My name says it all. :) I'm getting back into running after a sesamoid injury, but I've run 1 marathon, 22 half marathons, and 75+ other races. (I'm a junkie.)

    I also play roller derby and that's my focus in 2012, but I'm still running shorter distances. Feel free to add me! I can always use more motivation!
  • KayakAngel
    KayakAngel Posts: 397 Member
    I'm a runner. Not a fast runner. Not a particularly good runner. But I've been at it since September, and I hope to get better. I've only run one race, a 5K in October, but I plan to sign up for a few more this year for motivation. Feel free to add me.
  • Leslye125
    Leslye125 Posts: 242 Member
    Feel free to add me, I am training for my first 17K and 1/2 in May or August (or both) haven't decided which one I want to do. I generally run 20-30 miles per week and cross train with a road bike. I am not a fast runner, I run for shear pleasure and stress release.
  • Jconner30
    Jconner30 Posts: 311
    Thanks! I added you all who asked me to :smile:

    April will be one year since I got my lazy butt off the couch and started running.
  • M_lifts
    M_lifts Posts: 2,218 Member
    hiya!
    feel free to add me! im always looking for more runner friends to swap ideas with!
  • lee3978
    lee3978 Posts: 274
    I'll take adds too! Looking to run next half in March. It's treadmill training for me though in Salt Lake City and Park City, UT. I think I'm going to download the imapmyrun app training plan. Has anyone used it? The app is ok. Also, looking to train at 9min miles.

    :)lee
  • c2sky
    c2sky Posts: 487 Member
    Well, currently I am only running 20-25 miles a week, but I love it. Friend me if you want! I've done several races and I've even organized a few.
  • predawnrunner
    predawnrunner Posts: 7
    Feel free to add me as well. New to MFP, but want to lose about 15 kg to seriously improve my speed. I am training for Vienna City Marathon in April and got a couple of half-marathons planned in the meantime.

    I ran a marathon about 3 years ago and a few half marathons, and lots of smaller races. Have been running on and off for about 10 years.
  • christasteph
    christasteph Posts: 16 Member
    I'm a runner too! Done a handful of half's, a marathon in December, but have long distance triathlons I'm training for now, so the running is going to the back burner (except for the Divas Half Marathon in Oahu April 1, anyone else doing that??! so excited!) I was a competitive swimmer, so the fact that I'm a "runner" now is fun, but doesn't come without injuries! neuromas, plantar fasciitis, etc - had to switch it up. good luck in your upcoming races! feel free to add me. it's nice to see encouragement and workouts from those w similar interests
  • AmyG17
    AmyG17 Posts: 24 Member
    Hey guys feel free to add me as well!! I've ran 3 half's 8 10ks and 2 10 mile races. It's really the only exercise ( other then playing sports) that I look forward to. I've just started training for my half that's coming in April :)

    Good Luck to all of you that are in your training :)
  • Sarabeth5
    Sarabeth5 Posts: 134 Member
    Hi all. Feel free to add me too! I just started running a few months ago, ran a couple 5Ks last year and have my first half in May!
  • Clare_F
    Clare_F Posts: 76
    Hi, I have been running since October and am training for my first half marathon in March. I am running my first ever race a 10k next month as a bit of a warm up and to get experience of running with others. I am enjoying the running and the improvement in my health and fitness from doing it.

    You can add me to your friends list if you would like to :)
  • gentsevetzak
    gentsevetzak Posts: 147 Member
    I'm a runner.
  • StJamesPT
    StJamesPT Posts: 22 Member
    HI JC

    Love your profile.

    My name is Mark. I'm a Specialist Exercise Instructor (Diabetes and Obesity Management), a keen runner, and lover of gadgets.

    Feel free to add me as a Friend - there's a link on my profile to my running blog/training diary where I'm training for a sub 3:30 marathon.

    Mark Green
    Personal Trainer, Exercise Referral Instructor and
    Specialist Exercise Instructor (Diabetes and Obesity Management) - REPs L4
    Based in Bristol, UK
  • n8vchick77
    n8vchick77 Posts: 114 Member
    Hello, I'm a runner but no marathon runner. I did my first 5k in October and am looking to do more this year. Been getting better with my running since last year.when I first started after I had my twins I remember being proud to do it for 30seconds on the treadmill. ...that was when I was in the 220's. I know I've come a long way since then. Feel free to add me runners!
  • chefdan
    chefdan Posts: 53 Member
    Anyone who wants can add me too. I returned to running last year, completed a marathon and am continuing to build mileage and work on improving my form.
  • sjtreely
    sjtreely Posts: 1,014 Member
    I'm doing half marathons in every state. Today I have 34 medals hanging on wine bottles made in each of those states. By Sunday of this week, I'll have 36 for show-and-tell.

    I've done one full marathon and am in the, "Hummm... maybe I will," stage of doing another full. But they're a lot of work, so I may be able to shake my brain enough to get that thought out of my mind.

    I'm more of a back of the packer, but am working on having a PR in SD this June. A PR for me would be a time faster than 2:16ish.

    Add me if you wish.
  • tam120
    tam120 Posts: 444 Member
    I started running last spring, I ran a 5K in August and I'm running my first half in May plus doing Insanity, trying to lose extra lbs Feel free to add me.
  • tam120
    tam120 Posts: 444 Member
    I'm doing half marathons in every state. Today I have 34 medals hanging on wine bottles made in each of those states. By Sunday of this week, I'll have 36 for show-and-tell.

    That's an awesome idea!
  • bunnysone
    bunnysone Posts: 486 Member
    Just going for 1000km in 2012 here :)
    Various events booked and planned, the big one is a 25km trail in June. Hoping to tackle the Sydney half as a training run up in May.
    But I also adventure race, mountainbike and road cycle :)
  • sas16
    sas16 Posts: 610
    I started running last spring. I've done a handful of 5Ks and am training for my very 1st half marathon in May. I'm definitely not a fast runner but I'm out there running. I still consider myself a beginner. But I do enjoy it. It's my "me" time. Feel free to add me as well runners.
  • pazzap
    pazzap Posts: 9
    I am fairly new to running too. I am currently running 25-30 miles per week and I have my first half-marathon on March 17th in DC (Rock 'n Roll). Would love to have some runners as friends too!
  • mtperry9
    mtperry9 Posts: 49 Member
    You can add if you like. I love talking about running and hearing other's stories and accomplishments.

    I ran my first full marathon last September (Columbus, OH). I am participating in the Tough Mudder this April ... followed by a 1/2 marathon the following weekend (Glass City 1/2 in Toledo). I plan on running another full marathon this fall.
  • _GingerSnap_
    _GingerSnap_ Posts: 339 Member
    Hi all!

    I am not a fast runner by any means and have only done a few 5K's but training for a half marathon in in May 2012.

    I would love some like minded friends who "get" the need to get out and run! Would love to get some different perspectives/advice. Feel free to add me. :smile:
  • zookeepersuzy
    zookeepersuzy Posts: 111
    I'm training for my first full marathon in May. (flying pig) I'd love to have more running friends to help me stay motivated. :)
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