Kick me up the ass please

[JizzPigeon22]

Just bought my 5 year old a load of running gear because she wants to start running. She’s so excited to go but I’m just too embarrassed. Now I feel awful and she’s really upset.

Kick me up the the ass please and motivate me to stop being a bellend!!

Are you embarrassed for you or her? Could you cycle instead, while she runs?

For me. I’m so fat now. I know I need to go running but I just can bring myself being seen by anyone.

You can do this, it's something you can do with your daughter. It's bonding and fun and you are likely to feel healthier. You will be teaching your daughter life long exercise habits.
If I say you I'd have nothing but an internal smile.

Saw* you.

And f*ck what anyone thinks. Do what you and your daughter want

I think you should manage your, and your daughter's, expectations. If you are very unfit and overweight, you may find you can't run or at least not very far at all. You might need to start doing a walk/ run/walk/run.

As for what other people think, I always respect overweight people I see exercising or being active.
But do try not to care what others think. You are a stranger to them, even if anyone is negative, you are a passing thought to them, of no consequence. So don't let being a stranger's passing thought, stop you from doing something great with your daughter.

OP, go out, enjoy time with your DC.

Streets around here are lined with people walking, jogging, cycling etc since lockdown, nobody pays any attention.

Its quieter in the morning, so if your really worried, maybe leave early, or find a local park to walk around to start.

What you need to do is tape down your pinky and ring finger with your thumb holding them, go out with your daughter, pretend you're in Chariots of Fire and if anyone so much as looks at you part the two remaining fingers and hold them up towards that person. If they say anything hold down your index finger.

You can do this!

We went. I walked this time and she ran but she loved it. We’re going to try and get up early tomorrow and go first thing when it’s cooler.

Well done Jizzpigeon, that’s really great of you to do this for your daughter and you. In fact you’ve inspired me to suggest it for my dd6

Well done for doing it!!
Try and keep at it if you can, it gets easier and easier. And I promise people will barely notice you.

@JizzPigeon22 YES! Go you

Have a look at C25k . It might be of help.

I'm
A size 18-20 and I've started couch to 5k. Only ever had looks of encouragement and smiles from people! I felt embarrassed at first but I don't anymore

Well done!

Think I might treat myself to some new running clothes to keep me motivated!

Well done @JizzPigeon22 👍