Any runners out there???

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Im looking into starting running and would love some, any tips really. I really really cant run for more than a minute. Im about 3 stone over weight but go to a zumba class 3 times a week so not completely unfit.
My goal is to RUN!! I sooooo want to run and do some charity events.
If there is anyne out there that started off like me it would be great to hear from you :)

yes me!!

c25k is your friend....a beginners running programme. lots of us here on MN have done this. I love running now

Ok fab :) Were you like me to begin with?

I also got into running with the couch to 5k programme. I got the free podcasts from the NHS website and listened to them on my phone while running. I could probably run a bit more than you (but nowhere near 5k!) and I could run for 30mins by the end of the 8 weeks. Had to do it 3 times a week but each session only took 25-30 mins. Then I built it up to actually running 5k. It progresses very gradually and you can repeat weeks so take longer over it. Laura (who talks you through it) sounds lovely and very positive! Under Health there is an Exercise forum with a couple of C25K threads. Loads of people here have done it or are doing it. I'd say go for it!

Another C25K can here - amazing. First run on 19th June, now can run for half an hour (or 5k but not both quite yet). Amazing. Fantastic. Before that didn't do any exercise at all really so a real start from scratch. Go for it.

There are loads of apps and podcasts and so forth, you do need an mp3 player to make it easy.

Yes! I've lost 5 stone now through running and low carbing. Still got 2 to go

You can do it!

Wow! Well done all :)
Im feeling so inspired, gonna check out that thread. Im so determined to run, I cant wait to say I love it too :)
Ps amazing weight loss :) that gives me so much hope, I have 3 stone to lose!