I think it would be helpful if this were broken out into two forums, one for the already-athletic (those who run half-marathons and are at their goal, for instance) and those who are just starting out. It's a bit intimidating for me, a newbie with a long way to go (plus knee problems) to read what the "pros" are doing.

Just a thought.

I dunno, I always find the posts by those further down the path than me inspiring. Plus not sure where I would fit given your categories =P. Not at goal, running 5k's and moving up to 10k this month with larger goal races scheduled, but before surgery could barely WALK a mile. Even back in HS. Did couch to 5k starting six weeks out from surgery.

Well I have no such aspirations, since I have knee problems that can't be addressed until I am close to goal. I find it discouraging to read.

start your own support thread for noobs.

I am at goal and fairly fit, but i can't run either due to really bad knees. Bums me out too, but it is the situation. I think there is alot to be learned from a variety of people - including people like me who do more "active lifestyle" over gym workouts. I do more gym in the winter - but we all need to find our own path on this topic.

I am at goal and fairly fit, but i can't run either due to really bad knees. Bums me out too, but it is the situation. I think there is alot to be learned from a variety of people - including people like me who do more "active lifestyle" over gym workouts. I do more gym in the winter - but we all need to find our own path on this topic.

Are you just learning to live with the knees?

I find some days are easier aka less painful.

IT Band thoughts? I know the tennis ball thing and have heard about foam tubes. Any other ideas? ....youch!