Who all is here and what are you doing? (Read 16874 times)

Hi All! I'm Theresa, a (very) newbie runner. Have been at it about a month, doing a lot more walking than running up to this point, but working towards the Race for the Cure 5K in Philly on Mother's Day. I found RA from lifesabeach, someone who I want to be just like I'm a mama to 4 boys aged 7 down to 5 months, and they are my primary motivation for getting healthy and getting running (I NEED to run to keep up with them!!)

Welcome, guys an d gals. Good luck with the smoking, wiley!

Hey, Grun. Welcome aboard. Any questions, just ask away.

I'm trying to get over to do the Dublin (and spend a good 10 days vacationing there as well). If I'm unable to swing the finances and child care arrangements, I will settle for the Twin Cities (Minnesota). They both fall around the same time.

I should formally introduce myself, some of you know me, most don't. I'm a friend of Trent's, ran the Monkey Marathon in Nashville last year and hope to do the unsanctioned Double Monkey this year. It's the most fun course ever! My kneecap popped out at 6 miles, but I knew Trent wouldn't like it if I quit, so I ambled along finishing in about 5hrs. It was the most beautiful, soul filling course and race experience of any length.Trent puts on a top notch event! My name is Samantha, I'm 39, live in Kansas in a Kansas City suburb, but was raised in Los Angeles and transplanted about 5 yrs ago. I stay home with my two fantastic kids, ages 6 and 3, and work a little on the side from home when time allows. Or if I feel like it. Which I don't today. I've been a runner for more than 26 yrs, went through high school/college with it. Been regaining shape since the birth of my last baby, and I mean last, and am now trying to make the Trials for the Olympics in the marathon. I may or may not make it for '08, but I figure '12 will definitely be my last hurrah before I progress to ultras and triathlons where I can still be competitive even with the ravages of time. I'm trying to pull my QT at Chicago this year, we'll see, my training has been dicey and I'm a bit behind track. I had some success at shorter distances, moved up to the marathon last Oct,and promptly had my kneecap pop out in three of 4 races. Poor Trent was on speed dial then. I'm planning on having fun this year,and whatever happens, happens.I'll be running through CMM next month, no time expectation, just road experience. And of course,I get to see Trent, so it'll be a great party! SO, that's me.

Hi Sam WELCOME to RA!! Hope to hear that you qualify for the Olympic trials!

Hey folks, I've been on the site for about a month, so I figured it was time for a formal intro. My name is Jeff. I grew up in Michigan, spent a dozen years in northern California, and now live in northern Alabama. I'm 36, and I've been running on and off for over 20 years. The last time the running was "on" was in 2001 to drop some lbs. for my wedding, and I've been "off" basically since the honeymoon. I made a commitment (I hate new year's resolutions, but that's kind of what it was) that I was going to get back into running in a serious way this year, building up slowly. I've had a lot of false starts, flameouts, and unrealistic goals in the past, so my goal for this year is simply to be consistent, steady and healthy. I was a track and x-country guy in high school, and really enjoy short distance races (esp. 1 mile ~ 5k). Thinking long-term into '08 and beyond, I'd like to get to the point where I can make another run at some of those old PR's (all of which are from '87~'90) while I'm in my 30's. I'd like to start marathon training in about 3~4 years. I made the decision to get back into running because I hope to live a long and healthy life to see my children grow up and grow old. But most of all, I chose to start up again because I love running. Always have. And I was tired of thinking of myself as a runner while not actually being one. This site has been a great source of information, motivation, inspiration, and procrastination. I'm glad I discovered it. Cheers, Jeff

A formal welcome to Sam and Jeff!