Running support and motivation?

[volklgirl]

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I did it! I ran my first 5k today! My goal was to finish under 45 minutes, and I paced a 13 minute mile to finish at 40:38.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Fan-freakin-TASTIC!!

 

[Albertan ski girl]

I started running at the age of 57.5. Now, 2 1/2 years later I've done 4 half marathons and am registered for 2 more in 2017. That's the year I turn 60 and I'm contemplating calling it my farewell tour, but my husband isn't convinced.

I found a group of women online who are very supportive. FellowFlowers.com It's kind of touchy-feely, but they've been very helpful in my journey. I'm an 11:30 minute mile runner. My last half marathon was 2:39:33 which isn't bad for someone my age.

That is awesome! Congrats and welcome to the forum!!!

 

[Pequenita]

Was faithful to my Brooks Adrenalines until they cheated/changed on me in 2015 :-(

I scoured the internet and bought 2 extra pairs of the 14s when I found out about the sizing issue with the 15! I hear they are back on track now??

 

[volklgirl]

Argh! I'm motivated and want to keep running, but my 2nd neuroma is flaring up again. I'm back on a 3-shot round of sclerosing alcohol again. It's killing me!! At least I seem to be able to cram that foot into a ski boot with no issues (for now).

 

[Tvan]

@volklgirl - that sounds frustrating. Besides skiing, are there other conditioning activities that you can do while you heal?

 

[volklgirl]

I've been spending time on the Skier's Edge, and dragging myself onto our spin bike. God, I hate that thing - I get SO bored, even with the TV on.

 

[MI-skier]

I scoured the internet and bought 2 extra pairs of the 14s when I found out about the sizing issue with the 15! I hear they are back on track now??

Ooh, I am going to have to check out the 16s! Thanks for the heads up.