I wouldn’t usually run after about 9am, but there was a hint of leftover cool out there. We didn’t get a drop of rain from Beryl, but it did seem to suck the heat away (temporarily)Gah! If affected by hurricane temps you can't be too far away from me.
I never run outside in the July and August heat.
You're hardcore.
I prefer the chocolate because I'm a chocolate junkie
I like a good marathon session. But it sounds like you're talking about running.
I like a good marathon session. But it sounds like you're talking about running.
That’s longer than I enjoy running. I actually don’t enjoy running at all but just tolerate it.
I despise running but maybe I just need the right running partner..
I recognize these impulsive, middle of the night decisions! I usually apply for random jobs instead of sign up for half-marathons. But I consider those to be somewhat similar!
You're so sweet!I recognize these impulsive, middle of the night decisions! I usually apply for random jobs instead of sign up for half-marathons. But I consider those to be somewhat similar!
Ok, what sorts of supports do you have in place? Have you tried any apps like Couch to 5k to get you started? Do you have running experience?
I know @Endless_Night has experience running. Maybe she can provide some better advice than I can?
There are also meetup groups that might be a nice support in your area. Just a suggestion to find other runners that might be training on the same level you are.
I think this is exciting. I’m tempted to just give it a try and start with you. Hmmm
The Couch to 5K is how I started. I wanted to do the Beat the Blerch 10K. Worked great! There are programs for longer, but once I had the hang of pace and breathing it was pretty easy to navigate increased running time on my own.
Thank you for this!
You're welcome! I'm glad its working out! It's the only protein powder that doesn't make me gag from the taste. I used my vanilla today too.Thank you for this!
It's still sweet, but much more tolerable. I bought the vanilla, but intend to try the chocolate next time around. I'm just relived to find one I can get down after a weight class.
Protein supplements are sooooooo sweet!
And thanks for the reminder that I need to order a new bag of the chocolate powder. 
My friend decided to train for a marathon right after her divorce. She was not a runner then, and she suffers from terrible asthma, as well as from other health issues. But her ex was always putting her down and she decided that this was going to be cathartic for her. So she joined a runners group. She did have to pay a fee- I don’t know how much- but she started training with this group of runners that had all ability levels.
This is wonderful! Thank you! I just bought the magnesium, haha. I get so bored on the treadmill - what's your secret for motivation?The Couch to 5K is how I started. I wanted to do the Beat the Blerch 10K. Worked great! There are programs for longer, but once I had the hang of pace and breathing it was pretty easy to navigate increased running time on my own.
I will say, getting up to pace first and then increasing run time is far easier than the reverse, at least for me.
This stuff is great for preventing muscle soreness. Magnesium. I use the gel on my calves when I run. But it works for larger muscle groups, too. A friend does their quads.
I'll run with you. If you want do do check ins.
I like to do three 10Ks a week, rather than a half marathon, but I'm game to train for something longer.
I'm getting back up to speed after not running for nearly a year. Eesh.
All my running is on the treadmill currently. And will be until we move out of hell season.
So much to be proud of - amazing! Similar stories with the divorce and I'm also in that 'life's too short to not experience things' mentality. I also need to find myself healthy hobbies that will hopefully improve mental health, so this is a big first step in that direction - fingers crossed.My friend decided to train for a marathon right after her divorce. She was not a runner then, and she suffers from terrible asthma, as well as from other health issues. But her ex was always putting her down and she decided that this was going to be cathartic for her. So she joined a runners group. She did have to pay a fee- I don’t know how much- but she started training with this group of runners that had all ability levels.
She started running shorter races, and I remember her talking about “the slow bus” that would come along and pick up the runners who were running at too slow a pace to finish in time. At first she would beat herself up about if and get really upset. But the other people on her team were like, “yup, I had to hitch a ride on the bus today”. She said that no one really cared, and everyone had been there before.
Hopefully that’s something to remember during those more difficult run days.
She eventually ran a marathon. While having trained as a single mom. Going back to school. While working full time. AND the night before the marathon, her son had a stomach bug, and she STILL, finished that marathon. I am still so proud of her.
I despise running…and I was on the track team. If someone with a big knife and scary vibe is chasing me, I’ll run with you
Man, that's awesome though. Well done on getting back to it and working through it. Made me want to try again too
Best of luck to you. Start easy and work into it. Hopefully it goes better for you than it did for me.Man, that's awesome though. Well done on getting back to it and working through it. Made me want to try again too
I like this kind of running. I’m much better at this than I am at longer distances. Spring for a minute, walk for two (or three) minutes… repeat. Or change it up over time. I liked making playlists to try to match, too.
. Thanks for helping get us started 
