Runners on board?

if you enjoy running...for those of you that have never done it...a 5K is a great place to start...or end for that matter...at a little over three miles...some people are done in 20 minutes and some take 45 to an hour. take it easy...start training small...listen to your body...and work your way up to an easy jog pace...you'll probably surprise yourself...😀

It's great for losing weight for a while, but it will also make you eat like a horse!

Be sure you incorporate two things: Stretching and weight training. You will develop problems if you don't do both. I was lazy about this, and had lots of trouble with knees and hips.

I've also learned since then that the weight training will burn fat along with the running. You won't see the results on the scale because muscle weighs more than fat, but your metabolism will speed up and your pants will fall off! (I've heard trainers in the last 6 months advocate weight training over aerobic exercise just because aerobics makes you eat more.)

Good luck! Seaside has a fun little run in the beginning of March, as well...

You will find many training programs for 5Ks if you search online. I used to run and loved it until my back and knees started to ache. Wouldn't dream of doing it again.

Thanks! I forgot about the Seaside one... I will also look into that. Thanks for the advice - I will let you know what happens!

If you're thinking about the Disney races, get your entry in as soon as possible. They limit field sizes because they can only handle so many people going through the parks. It takes only a couple of weeks for the marathon and half marathon to sell out every year.

For a good beginner's 5K plan, lots of people are happy with Cool Running's Couch to 5K training plan:

http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml

Proper shoes are very important when you're putting that much force on your feet and knees. Today's running shoes are engineered to correct strides in so many different ways, and the wrong shoes can force your leg alignment into giving you knee or hip pain. Unfortunately, the closest real running store is Running Wild in Pensacola, but there sometimes are one or two people at the Saucony Outlet at Silver Sands who can give you some shoe guidelines and suggestions.

Yeah 5K's! They are the best. Rosemary is having a 5K on October 6th - and if you would like to find other races in the area check out Active.com - you are able to seach for races by zip codes. Also, if you want to do the Disney race - I would sign up soon! It fills up fast!

Are there any running groups in the area?
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I'm not sure about running groups, but I'm sure someone on here would know - or at least has seen a pack running on the roads somewhere... (do they run in packs??). I will also check out active.com - I have heard of that but never ventured there. Thanks!

Unfortunately, the closest real running store is Running Wild in Pensacola, but there sometimes are one or two people at the Saucony Outlet at Silver Sands who can give you some shoe guidelines and suggestions.

Though I haven't been in it, there is a running store called RUN, located next door to Big Daddy's Bicycles and For the Health of It, located in Blue Mtn Beach. Are you aware of this, or do you not think it is a "real running store?":idontno:

I am far from calling myself a runner :floor: but I have recently started runn-ING, and am up to about 3.5 miles of mostly running, some walking and incline training on the treadmill. However I have yet to venture OUTSIDE to run, thus I am not a runner, and have not been able to run an entire 5K without walking, thus I am not a runner. The treadmill at the gym is nice and safe, like a blankie with a TV.

Maybe we can motivate each other! I've lost about 25 pounds in the past 5 months on Weight Watchers, and found that the lighter I get, the easier it goes. I also started weight training about a month ago, and discovered right away that it made me a faster, uh, "runner". ("Faster" also being a relative term.)

My goal is to build up to running maybe 4 days a week, for about 40-50 minutes. Right now I'm doing it twice a week and some cardio on the elliptical after weights.

I've thought about doing the Rosemary 5K if we come up in October. :scratch: I do need to get better shoes.

I am far from calling myself a runner :floor: but I have recently started runn-ING, and am up to about 3.5 miles of mostly running, some walking and incline training on the treadmill. However I have yet to venture OUTSIDE to run, thus I am not a runner, and have not been able to run an entire 5K without walking, thus I am not a runner. The treadmill at the gym is nice and safe, like a blankie with a TV.

Maybe we can motivate each other! I've lost about 25 pounds in the past 5 months on Weight Watchers, and found that the lighter I get, the easier it goes. I also started weight training about a month ago, and discovered right away that it made me a faster, uh, "runner". ("Faster" also being a relative term.)

My goal is to build up to running maybe 4 days a week, for about 40-50 minutes. Right now I'm doing it twice a week and some cardio on the elliptical after weights.

I've thought about doing the Rosemary 5K if we come up in October. :scratch: I do need to get better shoes.

Congrats! That is awesome. I've been sticking to the treadmill as well - it's been to hot here lately to run outside unless it's 4am or so! If you run with an I-pod, go onto I-tunes. Nike has some great workouts you can put on your pod. Great music and a great coach in the background 'coaching' you from anything from speed on the treadmill to distance on the road!

SJ, sorry I forgot that Run was there. They could stand to do a bit more publicity outside of SoWal, since I've heard complaints that there isn't a running store in PC, and they could also daw from the east side of Destin/FWB/Niceville that finds Pensacola to be too much of a hike.

Ok I have a question. I can't run but I used to walk really fast. (please don't laugh) I want to get back to walking 3miles daily. These 5ks are there any walkers??

5ks are funn but still require training if you aren't a consistent runner...inmo, and make sure you have on comfotable shoes!

I got fitted for running shoes and they've made all the difference. They watch how you walk/run and fit you accordingly. I bought some Brooks and they are the best running shoes I've ever had.

WDW should be fun. I am coming down to run the Rosemary 5k in October. You should come too!

There are always a good number of walkers in the local 5Ks. A number of races even have a special walking division for awards purposes.

Ok I have a question. I can't run but I used to walk really fast. (please don't laugh) I want to get back to walking 3miles daily. These 5ks are there any walkers??

I've been out"ran" by walkers in every race I've run..:blush:

I was running at least 25 miles a week until I got plantar fasciitis almost 3 years ago and was told to stop. I used to do 10Ks and still do the Peachtree Road Race (10K) every summer. I worked myself up to it by alternating walking and running. Then once I got into shape, I just ran. I started back running some this summer (despite the podiatrist's orders) until it got too hot. I get too bored running on a treadmill -- 20 minutes on a treadmill is worse than 1 hour outside. So I've been using a stationary bike inside until it cools off outside. Boring.

My best time doing a 10K was probably 4 years ago. I've never been able to get under about 47 minutes (about 8 miles per hour).

5Ks are fun. Just alternate walking and running if you can't run the entire thing. Actually I've read that metabolically that's better anyhow. I don't remember my time for the one 5K I've done. Of course, it doesn't count. I had too much red wine the night before and was way hungover.;-)

Good luck!

And good job, TFT!

SJ is righr.........Check out the store "RUN" next to "For The Health of It" in Blue Mountain. Over the past three years I have bought a number of grayt running shoes for my daughter, who ran for the Cross Country team at Seaside Neighborhood School. I also bought some awsome outfits and shoes there. They have great advice and are in the know for what's going on. And love to help people.

Glad you brought this up....as I need new shoes now and will buy them from "RUN". I try to buy everything I can from locals.

My eldest daughter ran her first 5K in Wyoming at the age of 8. She trained for two weeks.....and when she came up to the table to register they asked her if she was a walker and she let them know she was definitely a runner. She made the paper as the youngest runner. Try running in the mountains.😱

Good Luck momof2kids:clap: :wave: Kat

Winter Park High women's time trial tuesday afternoon...5k winning time 19:38

Winter Park High women's time trial tuesday afternoon...5k winning time 19:38

I love Winter Park, FL! It is almost as pretty as SOWAL. 😀 😀