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Can an unfit, overweight, soon to be 35yo learn to run?

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BrightYellowStripes · 24/07/2017 15:25

So, prompted by my half life crisis thread, I've decided I'd like to challenge myself and see if I can learn to run a 5k.

I'm asthmatic, a few stones overwight, uncoordinated and was always last to be picked at school Grin

Is it possible to emerge in six months as a lithe, toned, fit and energetic runner? Or should I think again Grin

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AuntieStella · 24/07/2017 15:54

Get a good bra!

I lost some weight before starting running, but went from being a total non-runner, via C25K and Parkrun, to my first 10k race in 9 months.

And I'm somewhat older than you.

Sirzy · 24/07/2017 15:32

Can't make any promises about how toned and fit you will get. But if you follow something like C25k then you will certainly get fitter.

You just need to be focused and stick with it!

0utForAWalkBitch · 24/07/2017 15:31

It's possible - I've done it! I now run 10ks one year on. I'm not asthmatic but a few stone overweight and never been "sporty". Sadly I havent lost much weight but I'm much fitter and I think I'm retaining weight whilst breastfeeding. That and my wine habit Grin

Couch to 5k changed my life!

mustresistwine · 24/07/2017 15:31

C25K is 9 weeks I think? 6 months is plenty of time to get 10k or even half marathon fit :)

mustresistwine · 24/07/2017 15:29

Download the couch to 5k podcast, buy yourself some trainers & away you go! I started running 3 years ago (age 37) and am now a member of an athletics club! have done road races, 10ks, half marathons & a 24 hour relay! Just working up to a marathon with DP (who I met at running club Grin)

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