r/RunPDX

Hoping to try my very first full marathon for a milestone bday in 2027! For reference, I used to run half marathons with minimal training when I was younger. I am most definitely out of shape rn but am hoping to lock in and start training for a full. Something scenic would be much more motivating, but I also know I wouldn't be able to handle anything too advanced. Any recs would be greatly appreciated!

Just graduated from college and I’m training for the Portland marathon this October. Had lots of friends in college to run with but I’ve been running by myself ever since and it’s not nearly as fun. What are ways I can meet runners around my age here? I’ve looked into some run clubs, but I’d love advice on specific ones if anyone wants to help. I usually run around an 8 minute pace if that helps at all.

Running the Foot Traffic Flat half this weekend for the first time. Some friends and family are coming out to cheer, but since none of us have ever been before, are there tips anyone has for when they should arrive / how bad traffic is? Will they need a Sauvie parking pass? We didn’t get shuttle passes.
TIA!