Any recs of coaches in Brooklyn? I’m in Park Slope but willing to travel a bit within BK. I’ve asked friends for suggestions but mostly been given UES/ midtown recs.

I’m a 30F running Jersey City in April ‘25 and would love to BQ then, though if I can’t do it then I’ll probably try to find a late late fall race (maybe CIM) bc I’m doing NYC in November (would just run as a fun run).

Has anybody tried the mount to coast shoes? Would love to hear people’s opinions.

Can someone hype me up for the Midnight Run? tell me your experiences

Any tips for travel to Central Park and where to sort of hang until we start ? I'm coming from upstate NY and will be staying overnight in westchester. I'm not entirely sure what to expect.

Is anyone else struggling to get back to a routine after taking some time off to recover?

I know I need some rest, but doing two five-mile runs per week already feels like a struggle. Forced myself outside today and only ran four miles before calling it. I start the “faster road racing” plan next week which starts at 31 miles. Might need to ease back into it a bit.

i was looking at these races and they seem like they might be fun! but I had a couple of questions:

1. i know these aren't mass participation like the road races. but if i'm slower than a competitive runner (maybe like 10:30 for 3k) will i be way off the back?
2. is it possible to double at the event, like 1k and 3k?
3. do i definitely need spikes or can i use a road super shoe?

thanks!

what are your favorite running clothes for the cold?? socks included !!! thanks :)

Please share your gloves recommendation. I have Smartwool merino gloves and I couldn’t even unlock apartment door after my yesterday. My hands were popsicles

It was “feels like 6 degrees” earlier this morning when I went out for a training run, c-c-c-cold! 🥶

SURVEY QUESTION: Does anyone else heat up your gear (i.e. gloves, socks, cap, etc.) before heading out in the bitter cold?

Is the loop less icy than yesterday? I don’t feel like shuffling around today lol.

does anyone know when registration will open for the staten island half marathon? does it sell out quickly?

Hi all!! Tomorrow is a long run for me (9 miles). My training consists of mostly indoor runs during weekdays and weekends I do outdoors. I refuse to run 9 miles on the treadmill 😆 but tomorrow’s weather seems extreme? Should I still consider running at CP? Or suck it up and go run the treadmill?

i see so many bronx run groups but none near where i live or near pelham bay park. anyone wanting to start running here?

Short-term issue: recently injured my tailbone/lower-back while snowboarding. Think it's prob just a bruise. But after improvement it seems to worsen again shortly after running a few km. I wish to optimize healing but keep an equivalent yet lower-impact cardio exercise routine.

Longer-term issues: Left knee (outer edge) moderate pain for several months, which seems to appear more after running. I recently bought CloudRunner 2 shoes which seem to help somewhat with knee impact but not as much with tailbone/back (see above). On Full-body MRI early this year found various spinal degeneration issues rated mild to moderate [including mild scoliosis (thoracic curve, compensatory lumbar curve), mild cervical spondyloarthropathy (C4 spondylolisthesis (retrolisthesis), C5/6 central disc herniation, C6/7 disc bulge), moderate lumbar spondyloarthropath] which the physician said running probably won't help with due to impact.

I was running 14+ km per week, gradually increasing the distance per week, at typically 5 min/km. I sometimes cycle or walk but they don't raise my heart rate as much (particularly walking) and take longer for the same energy expenditure. I swim occasionally, usually on vacation, but with a home gym I decided I don't want a gym membership so I don't have regular access to a pool, and swimming also seemingly hasn't been as energy-intensive as running for me. Any suggestions based on experience?

Doing my first long run of marathon training and commuting from queens and want some opinions/insight from anyone who went out there today

Anyone know how the snow/slush looks on the east river path?

How are the roads looking today?

what’s the snow coverage in central park like this morning?

wondering if anyone is running outside feel like your throat feels clogged and often need to burp to clear it out but the clogging feeling comes back. how do i prevent this from happening because it def slows me down. it doesn’t happen when i’m running on the treadmill.

Looking to test myself next year but having trouble finding out what race(s) would be best for an all out attempt at these distances.

Anyone know if any charities that still have spots for this half marathon? I entered one charity about a month ago and never heard back.

Some background: I’ve run a few half marathons injury-free but ended up getting diagnosed with a minor labral hip tear about a week before my first full marathon this fall and ultimately had to pull out. Following 2 months of PT I am pretty much pain free and just feel a bit stiff after long periods of sitting/short runs (starting to ease back into running now with run/walk intervals).

I have guaranteed entry to both the Brooklyn Half and NYC marathon this year and really want to complete them both, but thinking it might help to have more guidance and someone who can help me adjust my training if pain becomes an issue again. Anyone have any good experiences with coaches who have helped them navigate an injury/build their training block around it?

a bit of a long shot here. going to do a 5k time trial next tuesday and was wondering if there was any generous runner out there who would be interested in pacing me ( i could treat you to a coffee after!)— i am aiming to run sub 18 or better (anywhere from 5:50 to 5:45 mile)

Hi all!

Masala Milers (a South Asian running group) is having a holiday-themed run/walk this Saturday! You don’t have to be South Asian or a “serious” runner to attend.

We will be meeting at W 15th St & 10th Ave at 3 pm for stretching and introductions. Run/walk will start at 3:15.

For runners, there will be a pacer going at 8-9 min/mile and a pacer going at 11-12 min/mile. We’ll also have a group that’ll be walking. The route will be 3 miles and end at Pier 17, where we’ll get food/drinks. Festive attire encouraged but not required! Feel free to DM for any questions

Hi - I have guaranteed entry for the 2025 RBC Brooklyn Half - however my brother is getting married that day so I can't run :( Debating if I should sign up and then just immediately defer or if I should just do the virtual 6 again in 2025 and try for guaranteed entry again in 2026?

Someone tell me what to do

Edit to say I meant I can't run it in 2025, obviously the 2024 Brooklyn Half is done