Well, I did the "couch to 5K" and I was really surprised that I even finished it, but I sure am glad that I did. I am on of those people who decide to get into shape for about a week and then quit. This time I decided to really do it! I am about 20 pounds overweight and I am 39. I was completely out of shape when I started the program and could barely run the 3 minute intervals. I finished the program (9 weeks) and I can now run three miles without much trouble. It is amazing!!!! I haven't really lost much weight though, I can however see changes. I am now starting to eat a more balanced diet in hopes of shedding the extra weight. I just wanted to let you know that the program does work! I haven't ever run three miles in my life. I also downloaded a pod cast on itunes by Robert Ullrey and he has set the program up with music and tells you when to walk and run. It is a free download. If you are interested keep in touch and let me know how you are doing.

HI I'M 44 AND AM RUNNING MY FIRST 5K THIS WEEKEND. NEVER THOUGHT I'D SAY I ENJOY RUNNING BUT ITS TRUE. 2 YEARS AGO AT 5'5" I WAS 230LBS NOW I AM ABOUT155-157 (DEPENDING ON DAY AND EATING HABITS) BUT IN GENERAL I ENJOY EATING AND LIVING A MUCH HEALTHIER LIFE. WENT SNOWBOARDING LAST WEEK WITH MY 19 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER. SHE HAS TAKEN UP THE PATH TO HEALTH AND HAPPINES THROUGH EXCERISE AND NUTRITION AS WELL.

WHAT A BLESSING TO SHARE THIS WITH OTHERS AND HEAR THIER STORIES OF CHANGE AND HOPE. GOOD LUCK TO YOU AND KEEP AT IT!!