Want to start jogging.... no idea where to start!

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  • Heitor71
    Heitor71 Posts: 224

    i think with me its a confidence thing not to worry about ppl looking at me and thinking omg she cant do that! and just doing it! (

    Don't worry about people, at least you are running
  • Lalouse
    Lalouse Posts: 221 Member
    like everyone else, couch to 5k and get good sneakers. You can probably start off with whatever sneakers you have now, but the more you run, you'll realize that you need better ones.
  • PilotX
    PilotX Posts: 233 Member
    running is great for your body
  • AMBlass
    AMBlass Posts: 161
    I actually used the training program with Runkeeper, and liked that better. I was slightly more in shape than what C25K is set at the beginning. I like that Runkeeper isn't so regimented with their run/walk cycles. There's a little more freedom to speed up or slow down when you want, IMO, so I like that. Plus, I like the splits, the map, and the stats that it gives me, which C25K doesn't.
  • evilmj31
    evilmj31 Posts: 55 Member
    I agree with he others, get fitted for proper shoes. Please don't overdo it, you should only increase you running no more than 10% a week. Don't forget to stretch properly. The couch to 5 k is good, I have done it before. I have never cared what others have though, and every runner I have ever encountered has been nothing but encouraging. Just get out and enjoy it

    Just a note on the sneakers, I was getting horrible shin splints until I got assessed and fitted properly, it made all the difference in the world
  • Capt_Apollo
    Capt_Apollo Posts: 9,026 Member
    here is one of the best articles on running i've ever read.

    http://www.cracked.com/blog/4-stunning-revelations-idiot-has-about-running/
  • meshashesha2012
    meshashesha2012 Posts: 8,329 Member
    good running shoes for your needs and a good high impact sports bra. that's pretty much all you need
  • hesn92
    hesn92 Posts: 5,966 Member
    I'm sure it's been said but the couch to 5k program is good... I did it for about 5-6 weeks then gave up because it got too hot out and I got a gym membership instead LOL. But it is a good program.
  • PurpleTina
    PurpleTina Posts: 390 Member
    here is one of the best articles on running i've ever read.

    http://www.cracked.com/blog/4-stunning-revelations-idiot-has-about-running/

    Love it!!
  • the_crazy_ninja
    the_crazy_ninja Posts: 136
    Step one - move the right foot forward.
    Step two - move the left foot forward.
    Step three - repeat

    In other words, it's easy - don't get intimidated. Just start running!

    hahaha, love that !

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