Runner's.....

I have never run a marathon, but I have run several 1/2 marathons. My body just sort of gives out at about 15 miles, though I would love to try to get there someday! If you have never run before then I would definitely recommend the C25K as a great starting point.

Something that needs to be kept in mind by any new runner is that you are suddenly demanding a lot of your body, and you need to listen to what it has to say about it. I remember the first time I decided to run 10 miles, after running mostly 6 and 8s. My back starting barking at me, and my knees ached at 9 miles. I stubbornly pushed through to 10 and ended up taking a full week off to heal because I could barely walk without pain afterward.

Every runner is different, just as every person is different. My personal opinion is that a new runner should always work towards a time goal rather than a distance goal, and learn how to breath. Coolrunning.com has a ton of useful information on it about getting going, and if you need anything feel free to send me a message.

I guess I shouldn't have put I was "new" to running. I ran track in high school and last year I ran 6 miles 3times per week. Other than that I workout at the gym a lot!! So I'm in pretty good shape. Thank you for offering your advice if I need it! So Nice!!
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