Embarassed to run...

I found that not having eye contact with people ensured I didn't get psyched out
I second that, big wraparound shades and earphones...you're in a runners bubble.
As far as I'm concerned I move into a different dimension when I'm running and so am only visible to passers by as a sort of shadow, if at all.
(Dogs can definitely see me though)

Hooray - well done. Now, keep it up and it will just get easier and easier

Don't be embarrassed!! The way I see it, you might be out there running, worrying about your impressive knockers - but your the one who will be shifting weight, looking fab and getting less and less embarrassed everytime you go out running....whereas the people who are still sitting at home doing nothing will still be fat and embarrassed! I live on an RAF station, and use the same gym as all the guys...I started going back about 4 weeks after dd was born, so was very self-conscious about my gigantic milk cannons, and wobbly tummy. But do you know what? I just thought: screw the men who want to be mean, because I'm the one who's making the effort while their wife is probably sat at home eating cake. As I kept going, the embarrassment slowly melted away - especially when I started seeing results!! Go ahead and do it get your trainers on, strap down the bazoomas and build the hot body you want

OP I started doing parkrun on a saturday too, and there is a great phrase used there. I come in almost last, having taken twice as long as the first one in and the volunteers cheer us all in, and when I say how slow I am they say.

You are faster than all those people at home in bed!.

It makes me feel great!

Hi I started couch to 5k back in April. I am a G cup and was more than 4 stone over weight when I started.

The first week or so was hard, but my dh runs and he kept encouraging me and the first time I ran 2 k without stopping I felt on top of the world.

Now I run 2-3 times per week and usually run 5-7 k each time. I love it, lost weight and trimmed up. I have dropped 2 dress sizes in my trousers.

Go for it, I have never had a negative comment, smiles and hellos from other runners and dog walkers.

At the end of the day, you are the one who is going out and doing something positive for you - nobody can knock that! Keep at it :)

Good for you! Everytime you go out it will get a bit easier

A couple of times when I started I reminded myself of the new Sport England adverts - it sounds very corny but it's true. I was slow (and wobbling!) but I sure as hell was lapping everyone on the couch. If you're running in daylight you could also get some sports sunglasses - I had some already and wore them automatically as I started running in July when it was occasionally sunny. I found that not having eye contact with people ensured I didn't get psyched out. Really though what everyone else has said, just go for it and don't let it get to you.

I'm currently a 32H/30HH (~14 weeks pregnant) and running regularly. One really good sports bra and it's fine. Don't ever let your boobs put you off running - I've never been small up top - I haven't been smaller than a 32F or sister sizes since I was a teenager - but have been running regularly for 7 years and have completed 3 marathons, 11 halfs and loads of shorter races and triathlons.

Natalie you are the same size as me and I run. My boobs don't wobble as much as when I'm doing other exercise, usually anything involving jumping.
Dd 17 wears two bras, an ordinary one and sports one, although she gets more comments as she's a young leggy blonde...

I am a GG cup as well and too embarrassed to go out running although I'm probably more bothered about the fat. I have had an incredibly difficult year and the weight I have put on is disgusting. I really need someone to kick me up the arse!

I am a 32 H and I run. I use an Enell sports bra and nothing moves. Also, join the c25k thread on here - its really good. Before you know it you'll be up and running.

Put your earbuds in and you'll soon be your own bubble, oblivious to anything going on around you. Most people are totally wrapped up in their own world anyway and if someone does catcall you, so what? Sticks and stones and all that...

Couch to 5k is a great starting point. After that I just built it up and eventually followed a 12 week half marathon training plan and I done the race in July. I was a size 16 when I started. I've lost 2 stone and I'm a small 14 now.

The only negative experience I've had was when a teenager shouted 'you fat bitch' ..I replied 'well yes, that's why I'm running !'

Most just shout positive things like wow wish I had your energy etc

It's fine to run two days in a row!

I'm 5 stone overweight with big boobs. I've never had any bad comments when running apart from once in a race when someone said to her mate 'some people shouldn't be running'. I finished that half marathon with a pb time and she had stood in the crowd all day. Stupid woman!
Go for it. I've run 4 half marathon races now, 2 10km races and a few 5km runs. I enjoy the races more than the training and everyone is so positive about it all. I've had some lovely comments. My legs are super strong now. I've not lost much weight but that's because I can't get my eating under control. I'm so much fitter though.

Running two days in a row is fine nmg! I've run 9 days in a row before I rest. Sometimes run twice a day. Different strokes for different folks.

Whenever I'm not feeling it I fin picking out a good route or two that I've not done before helps. Maybe that's just me. Love exploring new places out running.

I started at 2 - 3 times a week but past few weeks I have fitted in 4, I do Tues, Thurs and both weekend days. I know you shouldn't run 2 days in a row but it is so much easier at weekend.

Been running for about 7 weeks and still struggle but see massive improvement in my stamina. Anyone who looks at you when you walk or struggle is probably just jealous that they don't have the confidence to try. I admire anyone who tries to run. There is an older woman (At least 70+) I see when I walk my dog who runs slower then I walk but my goodness do I admire her for getting out there and keeping going. It is scary but well worth doing. I use the 5k runner app on my phone and in just 5 weeks I have gone from running 1min and struggling to running 10min without stopping.

I'm always very impressed when I see someone running- no matter what shape, size, age etc. If you ran past me you'd get nothing but admiration!

I'm an HH cup and hated running when I started as I was slow and had to walk, felt self conscious about how I looked etc. But the more I forced myself to go, the less I cared. Just turn the music up and stride with pride past anyone who looks like they're gonna make a comment! I started out running evenings quite late so there were less people about - mornings would also work if you're good at getting up!

I have GG's and wear two sports bras to hold 'em down while I run. Don't let your boobs stop you!