Hello!  Just thought I'd introduce myself.  I'm fairly new to running (6 mo.) and not quite as new to working out in general (2 years in February).  I started running just to bump up my cardio during the week, but I've participated in two 5ks now, and had no idea how much fun they can be!  My goal is to run the whole thing some day, which for me is a substantial goal.  I look forward to sharing info and encouragement with everyone here!

dude....i keep flirting with sub 200 - actually made it down to about 194 back in August 2012.  i ran the MCM10K this year as well - 59:18. - first time i ran 10k since 1984.  my body seems happy around 205-210, and as long as i can run, i'm happy.  Glad to know there are 200lb runners out there.  Will catch you at one of the races - sounds like ur local to NOVA - next race is the DC Rock 'n Roll half Marathon in March.

cheerz

1 Jan 2013 =PR= New Year's Day 5k in Reston - 28:11

11 Nov 2012 Purcellville Turkey Trot - 28:25

10 Nov 2012 Nearly Naked Mile - 8:31

28 Nov 2012 Marine Corps Marathton 10k - 59:18

9 Jun 2012 =PR= Twilight Festival 4 miler - 41:27

26 May 2012 Round Hill 5k - 31:20

@Org44 I wear the Merrell trail gloves to work. It is the same principle as the VFFs. It is a 0% drop from heel to toe with a big roomy toe box for your toes to move around in. Its feels like you are wearing a moccasin.  I think it will accommodate your toe challenge. Start slow, you will be using muscles that you haven't used since you were a kid running barefooted.

Hey all,

I don't normally post anywhere, but this group really hit my fasination button! I am 58 and in starting my 3rd year of my most recent weightloss journey and my last! It's do or die this time literally! I currently weigh 220 as of this morning, and I am have been stuck at this weight since Christmas Eve. In my three year weight loss journey I have lost 180 pounds, so being at 220 is a great accomplishment for me and a weight I haven't seen in 30 years! I started running last year so I could join my daughter's hood to coast team. I am now hooked and can't wait to start this year's running season. I started walking 2 years ago, and never though I would be a runner, but I am loving it and find running less painful than walking! crazy, but true. I am also a barefoot runner and although I love my toe shoes, my favorates are New Balance minamalist shoes. They work great because I live in the NW and the toe shoes get really wet when it rains. There is fabric between the toes and water just wicks right in! New Balance also has my size! My goal this year is to run the 15K at the Shamrock and either the Rock and Role 1/2 marathon or the Helvatia Half, and after that I am not sure. I'd love to go to Michigan and run the Mackinac run around the island, an 8 mile run. It just sounds like fun! We didn't get into hood to coast this year, so I will have to get creative as to what we will do. Even thoug I call myself a runner I am very slow, so I want to increase my pace this year, and I am hoping to breach the 200 pound mark sometime this year! I enjoyed reading all of your posts, and glad to hear there are people my size out there doing the barefoot thing! When I started I was afraid that I would hurt someting, but it has made a huge difference in what I am able to do without pain! My hips don't hurt like they use to when I wore regular padded running shoe. I'm sold on them!

Hello all I my name is Jennifer and I started at 307 pounds this year and now i am already at 292 I been dieting but havent really been active. I did my first walkathon this weekend and signed up for my first 5k today. I am exciting to get more active in middle and high school I used to be on the track and field team and was MVP but after having kids I left myself go BAD. I wanna run again I want to be healthy again so it starts now! I would love to make friends on here if possible. Message me or add me

Good day all,

i managed to actually get to the 220 lb line on the scale - one month late but made it non the less.  I've been running a little more as my knee has gotten better.  I've managed to keep moving forward and have broken thru the 220 barrier.  I am look forward to the next goal which will be 210 line.  its taken couple of years but I have made this milestone.  To reset, when I started on this site and journey I was up to around 250lbs,  its been slow but steady journey towards the next goal!

Way to get back at it Wideguy.  We are all here for you and happy to return the favor.  This thread has given me so much.  Looking forward to hearing your progress.

Stephanie