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I joined a running group at the track today and I may as well have been part of a walking group next to them.

I still got 4 miles in but I find the running clubs near me don’t have any casual runners. Just about everyone is intense and going minimum of 6-8 miles on easy days and training for 30-50 milers.

I miss my old running club that had a slower pace and I was actually one of the faster people. Well, at least I’m getting out there and trying to meet people.

Why is it so hard to make friends when you’re older?


Ben

@LoganFive

I joined a Vets (older people) club that has quite a wide mix of people, including 3miles at a reasonable pace. Having said that I did 3 miles last night and nearly died. But well done for getting out there. It's a massive step and extremely positive.

@TheBreadmonkey Thanks Ben! I have been going to a regular Tuesday run and running with the 80 year olds who seem to be at my pace. And they’re friendly too. There was also a different Thursday run I was trying out where I would start with everyone and then eventually watch everyone run off at a faster pace.

When I was in LA there were tons of casual groups and the pace never seemed extreme. Maybe I’m not looking in the right places.