What's your idea on overweight runners?
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I think "good for them". I wish I could see there progress in a month if they keep this up. Any actual runner would only encourage you not shut you down. I'm sure there are those stuck up, I'm better than you because i'm thin girls but were not all like that.
I'm jealous, I HATE running. I wish I could get into it.0 -
Hi Ive been obese my whole life but I always had a thing for running my fav runner is Flo Jo. Every since I joined this site Ive gained back my love for running even though I'm 268lbs I can ya know...run with a good pace. Well...my pace but I'm still learning and training. When I run by thinner or "fit" people I tend to get stares or scoffs like "What this fat b**** think she's doing?" type of look. I just want to know if you see an obese beginner runner what do you think?
I think "You go!! Let me grab my shoes and I'll join you!!"0 -
I think to myself "way to go -- keep at it" If I actually get close enough to speak to that person, I'll tell them to have a good run, or some other form of encouragement. I'm just glad to see someone take responsibility for their health and get out there!
There is this great website bendoeslife.com, about a young man who lost 120+ pounds by deciding he had had enough and just started running. The video on youtube (my 120 pound journey) is one I keep on my favorites just to encourage myself.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8SbXgQqbOoU 0 -
I once saw something that said:
"No Matter How Slow You Go You're Still Lapping Everyone On The Couch"
Keep it Up!!0 -
When I was at school I loved sprinting. I was one of the fastest, if not the fastest, even though I carried excesss weight. When I got to high school, I never joined the athletics team because I'm not particularly competitive. One day in PE lesson we had to run a relay and I was running against the junior captain. After the race, which I might add I flogged him, he came over and asked how I could run so fast because I was a fat piece of s**t. Always loved to run but stopped after I got married and piled on the weight.
Started running about 4 months ago at 66lbs over target goal. Most days do at least 5k (always under 30mins including 5 min walking warm up). Listen to the radio, conspiracy theories, make others jealous. Was told at work that someone had seen me running with my lucious legs.
When I see people heavier than me (still 28lbs to go) running, I want to congratulate them, but don't want to embarras them. For me my goal was initially to run 2 minutes without dying. Then it was 5km, then 10km. Now it is just to pick up the pace. Next goal is 5km in 17minutes.0 -
Honey I would give anyone who dare scoff at my the middle finger and keep it moving..I work out hard and I run hard..its notice in a good way..don't let anyone make you feel anyway other than freaking great as you are..don't doubt your self and don't magnify a issue that isn't one.0
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Hi Ive been obese my whole life but I always had a thing for running my fav runner is Flo Jo. Every since I joined this site Ive gained back my love for running even though I'm 268lbs I can ya know...run with a good pace. Well...my pace but I'm still learning and training. When I run by thinner or "fit" people I tend to get stares or scoffs like "What this fat b**** think she's doing?" type of look. I just want to know if you see an obese beginner runner what do you think?
I may give people the stankeye eye while running, but only because I'm tired or in pain. Or they are faster.0 -
I'm both jealous and pretty damn impressed!
I used to be a runner, now I'm in such bad shape I can only go for about 5-10 minutes most days, so I am too embarrassed to run outside. Those looks are probably more of a "she's bigger than me but can still outrun me? @&*$!". Ignore them and do your thing!0 -
Get yourself a good pair of well fitting running shoes and GO! I run walk. I do it and I have a GIANT butt. If they don't like looking at it, too bad. I can't run more than a 1/2 mile right now without stopping to walk, but that is how you improve. Poco a Poco...little by little. I am 305 lbs! So there!0
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I agree with everyone of you...I was never much of a runner, but love to walk...I had a friend who watched a 10K and it had a lot of older people and she said it was embarressing watching them old people run,(flad jingling everywhere) so I told her at least they were out there because they had a love for something even if it took them a while to get to the finish line(just as it takes me now that I have started running or jogging at the age of 56(my first one) and I don't care what anyone says if you love something, fat(hate that word)skinny, old or young you are doing it for you not for those people who have snide remarks or looks for you...you be who you are and don't worry about those people who have negative things to say...we are winners because we are trying to be the best we can....
Belinda:flowerforyou: great marvelous runners, walkers and joggers keep up the good work!!!!0 -
It makes me wish I was out there with you...0
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When I see an overweight person running I think "Damn, look at them go. Good for them for doing it!"
Sincerely.
Yep!
And a little jealous because it took me sooooo long to get motivated enough to get out there and do it.0 -
Power to them...i'm not one that runs in public (Wu Shin Splints aint nothin to F with)0
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I think its awesome! Cardio is the way to go when you wanna lose fat. That's how you start out - well walking is, but running is awesome. Ignore the haters. You're becoming a better you!! :flowerforyou:0
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Good for you! Doing it now as opposed to late is much better for you! I'm 51 and I took up running at 49.
I'm still not in perfect shape. I'm not fast but I "get 'er done". I run because it's a challenge (in reality I suck at it).
If you enjoy it and have fun at it, that's all that counts!0 -
I'm always jealous of anybody who can run. I'm in physical therapy right getting my knees and hips taken care of so I can work up to running. So, hey, if you can, I think you're amazing. Don't pay attention to anybody else. 0
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I love when I see other runners, doesn't matter what size, their pace, etc. Seeing an overweight runner I might think to myself "how great, they are concerned with their health and doing something about it". If I saw an over weight person in MacDonalds stuffing their face I would think to myself "they should really get out there for a run" lol0
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I am not obese but i am still curvy I get strange looks when i run too... i think they just cant handle our curves and swerves!!
As i get smaller, i get faster and more comfortable- so just power through it and it will get better!0 -
i freaking love them. when i run past them i high five em!!!! (well, i high five everyone i run past) but you get the idea haha. not only are they getting in shape, but they have the courage to do so in front of everyone
that certainly deserves a high five!!:bigsmile: :bigsmile:0 -
I think you need to stop worrying about what other people think and just do what you love!!
I'm a triathlete, and one of the most useless runners that I know (I'm from a swimming background) and trust me, when you give up caring what other people think you'll just have fun.
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When I run by thinner or "fit" people I tend to get stares or scoffs like "What this fat b**** think she's doing?" type of look.
I love that look. I love to cackle as I sprint by.
I am not a fast distance runner. I go about as fast as most people walk, but I have a wicked little sprint kick. I love to sidle up beside those runners that make running look so effortless and have ourselves a little race. The look on their face when I kick into my sprint is priceless. "Hahaha, you didn't think fat lil' mama could go that fast, did you?"
Run because you love it. F* the rest of the world.0 -
I smile at them and give them a thumbs up! I was 260 ish when I started on here and I have lost a lot of weight since then - partly because of running/jogging (what ever you want to call it). I'd say go for it - you are making yourself healthy...don't give them the time of day. Best of luck on your weight loss journey :happy:0
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I think it's good that they are doing something for their health and weight.0
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I respect the hell out of all people especially overweight people who are working there butts off to better themselves.0
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GIRL. do your thinggg. ignore those negative vibes!
and pretty soon, it won't even be a concern of yours bc you're gonna be running off that weight!
never once has a thought like that ever crossed my mind at the gym, i'm too focused doin' my own thing. the only people that bother me, are the ones that go to the gym to socialize or are constantly on their cellphones. boo them. they get in my way.
but you- you keep it up! 0 -
Conceptually I have absolutely no problem with people who are overweight. I have a lot of admiration for the people who does it. BTW I have a friend who at 250lbs+ ran a marathon last year.
Having said that - I also want to interject a caveat and that is related to 'mechanics'. Putting that impact on the surfaces of your knees may not be the best for your knees in the long run. You will have an incredible impact on your knees. In the beginning you may not feel it, but over time you are likely to do some major damage not only to your knees, but also to your hips and ligaments AND much more prone to injuries. And you are the one who will suffer.
I think the conventional wisdom from the orthopedic literature is that you should not be running unless you are below 220-250 lbs. Not because they don't believe overweight runners should not run, but they are concerned about the damage it can do to your joints.
An alternative to running would be the elliptical trainer - not at damaging to the joints. Yes, I know - not the same as running.0 -
Actually they are a motivation for me, because different from other people who are obese, they ignore their low self esteem and hindereds of curious eyes to run that treadmill trying to make a change. If I ever looked down on a person like that, I'd literally kick myself until it hurts. People who work their a** off to make a change on themselves should be encouraged.0
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If I see anyone run, overweight or not, I think, "I wish I was doing that!" When I see an overweight person run (& I've seen some heavy people at the gym have a good clip on the cardio machines) I am impressed with their motivation. It takes me awhile to get into the cardio groove.
Good for you! Keep on running!
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Power to them...i'm not one that runs in public (Wu Shin Splints aint nothin to F with)
This made me LOL. I am an overweight (technically OBESE... le sigh) runner but it takes a while to build up that endurance. When I see another overweight or obese runner, I get excited and can't wait to run later in the day or the next day
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I encourage it! We all have to start somewhere. I am still an "overweight" runner, even though I look a lot more like a runner than I used to. I'm not skinny by any means!
Running is awesome! I am all for adding anyone and everyone to a wondeful sport and a fantastic means of exercise!
I will caution you... if you're just starting out use a program like the Couch to 5K (C25K) to get yourself built up to 3 miles. It will go a long way in preventing any injuries along the way. You don't want to do too much too soon. Increase your distance and your speed both very SLOWLY!
Best of luck! Welcome to the endorphin rush! 0
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