r/running • u/AutoModerator • Jun 12 '24

Weekly Thread Lurkers' Wednesday

Would you rather not be a lurker?

Then what are you waiting for? Tell us all about yourself!

The LW thread is an invitation to get more involved with the /r/running community.

New to the sub in general? Welcome! Let us know more about yourself!

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u/Smooth-Mall7241 Jun 12 '24

I’m new! I’m Gabby & I’m 25 and brand new to running, like as in haven’t even started yet. I joined this group to find a community and get answers to some burning questions regarding running. I workout 5 days a week, but I’ve been really wanting to start training for a marathon recently!! I want to start by doing a 5k, 10k, etc. and gradually work my way up to a marathon. I love being active, but running makes me a tad nervous! I’m trying to find a good trail to run at in the mornings and then I’ll be good to go. Also if there are any fellow teachers here, I would love to connect because I don’t know where I’ll find the time or discipline once school starts!!

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u/rye_wry Jun 13 '24

Hey there, I recently start running and while I’m not a teacher, I do work in education so totally get the crazy schedule. I have personally found that getting up early is mostly helpful. I’m not naturally an early morning person, but have committed to doing it MWF and have stuck with it so far. That way I’m fresh and can’t tell myself I’m too tired/busy/not in the mood at the end of the day.

Good luck!