Looking for runners, or wannabe runners, or novice runners

miguelrunner
miguelrunner Posts: 156 Member
in Introduce Yourself
Hey all!
I'm Miguel from Tomball, Texas. I'm doing my first half marathon in March 2013 and I'm looking for running friends. Doesn't matter if you're already a runner, want to start running, or just run on occasion. Just as long as we share the common interest of "running." :)

I'm blogging about my training experience (using Hal Higdon's Half Marathon Novice 1 Program) here: http://www.miguelrunner.com

Thanks and I hope to gain a few friends! Stay safe!
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  • PatByrne82
    PatByrne82 Posts: 72 Member
    Hi Miguel,
    I started running in April. Loving it now
    Lot's of weight to lose along the way.
    Have my first Half Marathon in 10 weeks
    and depending on how that goes Marathon 6 weeks after
    Friend request sent
  • Lisseth03
    Lisseth03 Posts: 518 Member
    Hey!
    feel free to add me, I just started running less then a month ago and have fallen in love with it.
    Signing up for a 5K for August pretty soon :)
  • alexandra0713
    alexandra0713 Posts: 41 Member
    I'm a runner, feel free to add me.
  • Cocochickdeleted
    Cocochickdeleted Posts: 342 Member
    Just sent you a request. Happy running :-)
  • Cheeta_HH
    Cheeta_HH Posts: 489 Member
    Feel free to add me, too. I just started running in November. I plan to do a 10K in September, and possibly a half next May.
  • MtnKat
    MtnKat Posts: 714
    I'm a runner and I love having running friends. Feel free to add me :-)
  • m00nflwr
    m00nflwr Posts: 103 Member
    I just set myself a goal for my longest distance ever.. a 12k in November.
    I've only done 5ks so far. It's exciting and a little intimidating too!
    good luck with your training!
  • AmyLRed
    AmyLRed Posts: 856 Member
    hi! I am new to running, i have toyed with it a bit over the last few months and have actually just worked myself up to running a 5k.

    Feel free to request me!
  • Sarah_Wins
    Sarah_Wins Posts: 936 Member
    I just started running about 2 months ago and I'm officially addicted, already signed up for two 5k's and considering a 15k in the fall. Add me!
  • miguelrunner
    miguelrunner Posts: 156 Member
    Thanks everyone! I think I added everyone above! Too cool to see all these runners here! Doesn't matter to me if you're a 1k, 5k, 10k, half or full marathoner. Let's all support e/o, especially on "those" days when all we want to do is sit on the couch. Oh wait, did I just say that out loud? LOL

    Thanks again everyone!

    Miguel
  • alsatty
    alsatty Posts: 28
    You can add me. I've been running for years but paying the price now with bad knees...but I still run. Best to you all!
  • zippo32
    zippo32 Posts: 1,407 Member
    Add if you like!
  • TyB73
    TyB73 Posts: 39 Member
    I literally just started a running program Wednesday. Havent ran regularly since college, but I want to get at it again.
  • FloridaAimee
    FloridaAimee Posts: 295 Member
    I started C25k in APril, and had a lot of obstacles- got VERY sick and was down for a few weeks, then a death in the family had us out of town for over a week, and HORRIBLE shin splints which put me down for nearly 2 weeks.

    I've been having trouble getting my breath, and after FINALLY getting into week 2 (I kept repeating week 1 because of all the down time), the Dr tells me today that I am pushing myself too hard and that I should start over at W1D1. Dang it!

    I've been thinking about it, and Im going to follow her advice, because i don't want to blow out my knees, or drop dead of not being bale to breathe :laugh: So, next week, I'll start over with week 1, day 1.

    I did walk/jog a 5k on July 4th! :happy:

    But, I'll gladly be a running buddy :bigsmile:
  • miguelrunner
    miguelrunner Posts: 156 Member
    @Aimee: take your doctor's advice for sure! Also, there's absolutely no hurry for any of us, right? Why kill ourselves trying to become fit? Kinda defeats the purpose! :smile:

    My half training is a 12 week program but I'm 7+ months out. I'm taking my time, enjoying the runs and not worrying whether I'll be able to finish the half. The main thing is to just keep going, something you're obviously doing! Good job!
  • TKHappy
    TKHappy Posts: 659 Member
    I fall under runner status :) I'm training now for my first half marathon that takes place September! :) I've been running since January of this year and I LOVE it!! :)
  • TeresaBeam
    TeresaBeam Posts: 26
    I am not a runner, but I have the strong desire to be one and will be starting a running program. I want to feel the endorphin rush that all runners talk about. I want to have a better stress reliever and comfort other than food, and I am hoping I will find it in running. Going to start out slow, but here I go!
  • gdelrosa
    gdelrosa Posts: 26 Member
    Hi,

    I just started running. I just finished week 1 of the C25K program. I am a mom to an almost 3 year old and a 6 week old. Both girls so finding time to workout and run is a challenge. I've been waking up earlier than the kids to get my runs in. I also do DVD's for strength training. Nice to meet everyone. My goal is to run a 5k in October.
  • FloridaAimee
    FloridaAimee Posts: 295 Member
    @Aimee: take your doctor's advice for sure! Also, there's absolutely no hurry for any of us, right? Why kill ourselves trying to become fit? Kinda defeats the purpose! :smile:

    You're right!
    My half training is a 12 week program but I'm 7+ months out. I'm taking my time, enjoying the runs and not worrying whether I'll be able to finish the half. The main thing is to just keep going, something you're obviously doing! Good job!
    How many days a week do you run?
  • zombiesama
    zombiesama Posts: 755 Member
    I run, and have been doing so since last year when I joined this site. :) feel free to add
  • brandipoo
    brandipoo Posts: 58 Member
    Beginning runner here, did my first 5k this spring. Hoping to do more, but the heat has driven me to the treadmill. Feel free to add!
  • newhabit
    newhabit Posts: 426 Member
    i just started training for my first 5k that i will do in august. i am excited about this as i've never completed any kind of running program before. you can add me if you want. i am done with week 5 and doing week 6 of c25k currently. day 1 of that week 6 will be sunday.
  • ka97
    ka97 Posts: 1,984 Member
    Runner, triathlete, and casual soccer player. Did my first half back in November, and my second in February. Currently Tri training, and then hopefully ready for another half in Sept.
    Always interested in more runner friends to share diet and training tips.
  • otterheinman
    otterheinman Posts: 21
    Fairly newbie here. Started in January, had to quit for a while due to an injury while running. COMPLETELY healed up now and working on it again.

    Did my first 5k in March, looking forward to MANY more... and possibly in a year running a 1/2. :)

    Feel free to add me!
  • gpstrucker
    gpstrucker Posts: 930 Member
    I guess you could call me a "wannabe" runner. Started recently and still doing walk/run intervals to build up my fitness and lose the excess baggage around my middle.
  • leebs23
    leebs23 Posts: 19 Member
    I started running in March and have just done my second 10k this morning! I am just starting to think about entering races and the like.

    I run with barefoot style (in minimalist shoes) which look ridiculous but feel fantastic! :D

    I am also on the lookout for fellow running friends so feel free to add me (that includes anyone reading this!)
  • NoxDineen
    NoxDineen Posts: 497 Member
    Hi Miguel. I started Couch to 5k last month (tomorrow is week 6, day 1 for me) after signing up for a Warrior Dash and realizing I couldn't run 1k, let alone 5.

    I've already fallen in love with running, and upped my short term training to Couch to 10k. I'm planning to run a Tough Mudder in 2013. Since its close to half-marathon length I'll be tackling half-marathon training this winter/spring. I'm a bit worried about that, running outside in Canadian winter seems... unpleasant. :)

    I'd love to have a "running buddy.".
  • crafty30
    crafty30 Posts: 132 Member
    I'm a wannabe runner too! Currently do intervals of walking and running but badly want to be a proper runner, building up and being patient is so frustrating! My aim is to do a 5k run in October and would be nice to have some friends on the same mission! Good luck with your running, hope it's going well for you..
  • sunshine77493
    sunshine77493 Posts: 25 Member
    Not far from you, Miguel. Here in Katy, TX. My husband and I have been running intervals at our local park since about January of this year. I absolutely love running outdoors. I want to sign up for a 5K so bad but I'm sure I would be walking a lot of it. Feel free to friend me.
  • michellebsn
    michellebsn Posts: 3 Member
    I have been running for many years. I recently slowed down and started Spinning more and other type of cardio. I am going to start adding in more running becuase Spinning and running are the only two forms of excercise that calm me and sharpen my focus. It is one of the most relaxing things that I do. :smile: :smile:

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