part of the experience of group training is getting to know your fellow runners! i have never been one to talk to someone while i run, but i found it quite enjoyable to chat with the coaches during different sections of my run. not only did it give me access to some one-on-one time with our running coaches, but talking while you are running is a great barometer for your pace. if you find it hard to catch your breath and talking is difficult, you are likely running too fast for a long distance run. so i was a bit worried about not having my music to zone out to, 