I have realized how out of shape I am and want to get back into better shape. Running looks to be a great way to do it and easy to do since we have a great paved trail here to run on.

I checked out the Couch to 5K program and went to do week one and it TOTALLY kicked my butt. I felt like I was running with weights attached to my legs. I did not expect it to be this hard.

I'm going to try to keep with it (as soon as it isn't 100 degrees outside with 80% humidity). Is this how everyone feels when they are starting out?

Any tricks or tips to break myself in better?

Thanks!

Can you describe the program a bit?

David and I have also chosen to make running our main fitness workout!

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Angela
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Starting to run!
Focusing on my health. Workin' out and learning how to cook healthy!

One tip I'd like to offer is get really good shoes from a store that specializes in running. I used to run and wore the same shoes for long periods of time (I'm embarrassed to say--years!). I now am struggling with foot pain associated with plantar fasciitis that I probably never would have experienced if I'd used the right shoes. Good luck!

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H. Bowne

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Well, I have been sick and haven't been able to do anything but am finally feeling better and hoping to start back up. Too bad it's 100 degrees today with high humidity.

The C5K program is similar to Hal Higdon's beginner running. It's basically short bursts of running with periods of walking. It's outlined out to do more and more running until you are finally running the full 5k nonstop.