lorrieg's profile   



Profession: Structural Engineer
Age: 52
Current Weight: 63 kg
Goal Weight: 59 kg
Location: Carrollton (Dallas), Texas
About me: 
I've been married for 14 years and have two "fur-kids", Laney and Bailey.
Why do I run: 
Now I run to train for races. I've found my competitive side in running (just competing with myself, I have no illusions of competing to win, except for the occasional age group award). I've also got my husband into running too (especially trail running). We can trail run together, but when it comes to running on the road, he's a lot faster than me.
Why I started running: 
I decided to take up running after returning from vacation in January of 2006. We did alot of hiking while we were on vacation. Even though my legs seemed willing, my lungs were protesting. I had considered myself to be in decent shape (weights and elliptical several days a week), but my husband (who rarely worked out) seemed to have alot more stamina than I did. I guess he's more of a natural athlete than I am. So, I thought running might help to increase my stamina. If it also helps me shed a few pounds, that would be nice, too!