I would love to start with you.  My name is Mary and I'm 46 years old.  I heard about this site from a friend who started this last fall, and loved it. I checked it out Sunday because I wanted to get started, and a "running partner" would be very helpful in keeping me on on track. I am basically new to running, at least regularly. I haven't regularly exercised in a couples years. (I used to be pretty good about regularly exercising for about 10+ years prior to that, but, life happens). And this last year was very stressful with some major life changes, both wonderful (getting married, moving) and some not so great. After some fits and starts at getting into my regular exercise mode over the summer, I want to follow a plan to help me get going. I could stand to lose about 10 pounds, but more than that I really want to get fit and healthy again. I look forward to running with you!

I'm starting C25K today for my first tim!

I'm 17 years old, and I have never ever ever liked to run. But, I really want to complete a 5K, and to say that I did it!

I know it will be challenging, even more so 'cause I'm overweight, but I feel like I can do it.

So, I'm with you all!

Yes WE can!

I would like to join your group. I started about 2 years ago and was progressing nicely. I ran in a couple of 5k races and finished between 25 and 30 minutes on average. This couch to 5k system really works. I was training for a 10k race when i injured my achillies tendon where it attaches to the calf muscle so under medical advice i had to stop running and strech and heal. I want to start again and be ready for the spring 5k season. there are lots of couch to 5 k podcasts to listen to as you train i like the NHS choices laura podcast(it's free). but look around and find whatever music you like to run to bob ellery has a good program also.

I look forward to hearing about everones progress. I live in New Jersey. if you like please tell me what state you live in.

Hi!  My name is Megan and I am 37 with 3 year old twins.  I have never been a runner but feel like it's something I would like to try.  I haven't worked out, really, since 2008 and could stand shed some wieght but really want to be healthier for my kids (and me).  I think running will be good as it will give me a mommy/mental break that won't take too long or cost too much.  I am going to start today after work. I am a little intimidated but excited and glad I saw your post.  I think by writing "out loud" to a community of stragners I've now made a commitment I can't back down from.  Thank you for suggesting looking up proper form, never would have thought of that.  Good luck to all.  and I look forward to staying in touch.

Thanks!!

Megan

Week one day one in the books. it felt good to get out and run again.

Please post all updates good and bad.

I know that if you post to this blog you will be more inclined to stay with the program.

Remember slow and steady wins the race.

have fun and run safe !

Hi! I am not a runner, at all. I describe myself as a fat asthmatic, and I don't run. Well, I think I want to change all that. I have been doing some reading and research. My daughter learned to run with the C25K program a year ago, and she loved it. She had her dad to run with, but I don't have anyone to do it with. She is REALLY pregnant, so no running.  I want to learn how to run. I read a post on another site from a woman who did it, and if she can, I can. I am starting today. Can you tell me some stretches I can do? Thanks!

N.

Edit to add: I am 42 and want to lose over 50 lbs.