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I use Runkeeper and listen to music while I run, but I've stopped using headphones and it feels so much better. I'm more aware of what's going on around me and I don't have to keep taking headphones out of my ears to cross roads or run along country lanes. You just have to make sure you don't have any really embarrassing tracks on your playlist. I get a workout summary every 5 minutes which keeps me motivated.

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I agree with an earlier poster. I am now someone who 'runs' simply because I decided I would be, and by taking up the NHS 'couch to 5K' programme. I'm not fast, I don't look pretty, but I run. I run 3 miles a couple of times a week. The hardest part is putting your trainers on and going out of the front door. But build up from running for 1 minute, to 2 mins and on and on. And the feeling afterwards, of pushing yourself to achieve something you didn't think you could do (even if it is a very small achievement compared to someone else) is just amazing. Proper high-five amazing. Whatever distance you run, however fast or slow you are, you are beating the person laying on the sofa. And a parent that exercises is a great role model for our children. #thisgirlcan

Don't set goals that are unachievable. If you can only run for 4 minutes, just walk the rest of the way and make it your aim to pull your trainers on and do the same the next day. That way you build up your endurance and won't get discouraged too early. All the stupid sports slogans get it wrong: Be easy on yourself and you'll achieve.

Find a group to run with. No only will you get support and encouragement but you could make new friends.
Join park run and attend your local event. It's a friendly atmosphere and runners with buggies are welcomed.

Always take a drink and wear comfortable footwear and clothing. I find it best to wear headphones and listen to music to kind of zone out and focus or go with a friend so it becomes fun rather than seeming like a tedious thing to do.

I was advised to keep my shoulder blades back and down and keep hips fairly close to the stroller so I avoided looking like a like an ostrich in trainers

Take it easy at first and make sure you drink a lot. Remember you have to run back too!

Start small, run a minute walk a minute repeat 5 times 3 times a week, following week run 2, walk 1 and so on. Put some upbeat tunes on get your running gear ready and sign up to a running club or boot camp to keep your motivation up.

I used to fear running... now I fear not being able to! I found running away from roads made all the difference so i only ever jog around parks and in the woods now. You don't have the eyes of all the traffic on you, it's peaceful and calm, and keeps it interesting like hopping over branches and puddles rather than up a straight grey road. Every lady can RUN she just has to find her own way!

-Push yourself, but at the same time- go easy on yourself- build it up slowly but surely
-Stretch and warmup, and remember to cool down!
-Consider running with a buddy
-Make a fun running playlist

-Stick to your running routine- if you say you're going for a run, then commit to going
-Make sure to stay well hydrated!
-Invest in comfortable and fashionable running gear
-Enjoy it :)

I completed C25K and I would recommend it to anyone. My main tip, though, is not to give up. If you need to walk for a bit, repeat days or weeks then that is fine. We are all different and you should just try your best. Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would ever complete a 5K (and I'm a big girl!)

A proper good, fitting pair of running shoes and determination that you can run is vital to spur you on to do it.
Initially, run for 10 or 20 mins around your local area/park. As you gain more confidence, increase the distance and extend the route. You will be amaze how far you can run, how much better you feel in yourself and the friends you meet as you meet other runners just like you!!

C25k was a brilliant starter for me. And after that some days it was fine to have a 'maintenance day'- the days that kept you just at the same fitness level.
I'm itching to get back to running as soon as I can (39 weeks at present!) and have made a list of fitness groups around the area so I know where to go before I'm too tired to look into it!

My best advice is to be lived in yourself, you can do it.

Get yourself a good pair of running shoes, sign up for a local 'learn how to run', and just do it!

I'll never be an elite athlete but, despite surgery on both knees and a lifetime of injuries, I can run and it is great!

I joined our local jogging group called Jogging buddies. Through it I have achieved targets I would never have thought possible, running 10K, then half marathons and kilomarhons. Next up is a marathon. I have made new friends and have a fantastic social network though jogging. My top tip is to join a group. We have a buggy fit group also for new mums and their babies x

Day 1: Just run as long as you can. It doesn't matter if it's 10 minutes or 30 seconds. You've got to start somewhere. If you do this daily, you will gradually be able to increase time and speed until you are really working it.

Figure out a running schedule, style and time that suits you. Invest in some quality workout wear that makes you feel great, and find the perfect soundtrack.

-Cut running shoes that fit YOUR feet and YOUR style of running
-Pace yourself! Start off with a mixture of walking and running
-The right soundtrack is very motivating!
-Most of all, enjoy the me time :)

I don't run.....yet.

However I've been walking to increase my stamina and fitness levels. Plus it's carving some time out for me. I think that in itself can be the biggest barrier for most mothers.

For me, good trainers, decent music and some sort of run tracking app or device.

a good playlist and decent running shoes!

My tip would be to invest in a good sports bra and some good trainers. They honestly do make all the difference.

Don't think you can't run. I never believed I would ever, ever be able to run, I thought I was built wrong, my stamina wouldn't allow, wasn't my kind of thing etc. However, anyone can run. Start slowly, almost walking most of the way - maybe alternate 3 minutes of walking with 30 seconds running and build up from there. You will be amazed how quickly you improve.

Music helps too if you are running alone - get yourself a playlist full of music that makes you want to move. You will!

My biggest tip would be that rest days are important! You need time for your muscles to repair and grow so especially at the beginning or when you're building speed or distance don't try to run every day.