I think I want to run?

[bareblueskin.livejournal.com]

I am interested in learning to run as part of a group in the Cambridge/Somerville area. I have been searching for months for some sort of community group or paid program that offers a way for non-runners to get into the act through a couch to 5k type program. A friend living in Upstate NY joined a program through Fleet Feet Sports that had scheduled group runs along with runner support - experienced runners or trainers coaching her along - and working toward a community 5k.

I know there are many downloadable audio programs but I need the support of running buddies in person.

It seems to me that all the resources for runners in Boston are for people that already run. Any suggestions?

Comments

[secretlyironic.livejournal.com]

If you're a fan of beer, check out the Hash House Harriers, as well. http://bostonhash.com/ -- their whole deal is "run around with a bunch of people, then hit a pub." It's sort of game-like and they have a wide variety of fitness and enthusiasm levels.

[pywaket.livejournal.com]

I've Hashed, in a bunch of different cities: Boston, Burlington VT, Santa Cruz. It's loads and loads of fun and I highly recommend it. Even if you aren't a good runner (I'm not), you'll still have lots of company. I've never met a Hasher who wasn't at least 3 kinds of awesome in some way or another.

Their slogan: "We're a drinking club with a running problem". Though, there's no requirement or pressure to consume alcohol if you don't want to.


The wikipedia entry gives a good overview of what it's like: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hash_House_Harriers