400 lbs and I'm RUNNING! =)

luckyladybug24
luckyladybug24 Posts: 32 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
I've wanted to run a marathon for most of my life but I really believed that my weight made that never possible but last month a friend of mine ran her first race (she's fit and not overweight) and I was so jealous I couldn't stand it and I decided to see if I could physically run and boy could I run! I did it! It felt amazing so I have kept running over the past month and now I'm running so well I have decided to run my first marathon! It is only a 5K run but I can't wait to do it! My husband is so impressed by my ability and dedication to run...he has joined me and is now training with me to run with me in the race! I can't believe it....I can actually say...I'm now a runner...even at this weight! It's so true that it's not my body that is holding me back....it's my mind! Change the mind and you change everything! Awesome! =)

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  • jdm_taco
    jdm_taco Posts: 999 Member
    Bravo! That's awesome!!


    Took me a while until I could run comfortably. Took a while before I could even ride a bike comfortably. lol
  • Diamond05
    Diamond05 Posts: 475 Member
    That's great! I also believe that our mind can be a barrier. Good job breaking throught it and on continuing with it!:drinker:
  • amybg1
    amybg1 Posts: 631 Member
    that's awesome! And running can do so much more for the mind, not just for the body!
  • Serah87
    Serah87 Posts: 5,481 Member
    GOOD FOR YOU!!! :flowerforyou:
  • jamiek917
    jamiek917 Posts: 610 Member
    we are all so proud of you!!! KEEP GOING! :)
  • luckyladybug24
    luckyladybug24 Posts: 32 Member
    Thanks so much everyone for such wonderful encouragement! =D
  • GiddyupTim
    GiddyupTim Posts: 2,819 Member
    That's so great. Thanks for sharing!
    Be careful, though. New runners often push too hard-too soon and injure themselves. Shin splints. Plantar fasciitis. Even stress fractures. (I've had them all; I am the injury expert.) Remember, slow and steady gets her done!
  • Twylyght
    Twylyght Posts: 224 Member
    Way to go!!! Running is the best...I absolutely love it! I actually just ran my first 5k this past Saturday and I have another one in 4 weeks! You will love the feeling of pride and accomplishment when you cross that finish line!! You Go!!
  • robbienjill
    robbienjill Posts: 456 Member
    Very proud of u! A true inspiration to us all!
  • caribear1984
    caribear1984 Posts: 203
    Good for you! It really is a mental game. Your brain says stop long before your body does. Good luck in your race!
  • jadedone
    jadedone Posts: 2,446 Member
    Congrats!!!
  • Purpleflipflops
    Purpleflipflops Posts: 563 Member
    Woo Hoo! Go you! :happy:
  • butterflyluv1218
    butterflyluv1218 Posts: 430
    That is amazing! Good for you! :flowerforyou:
  • angelams1019
    angelams1019 Posts: 1,102 Member
    That is awesome and YOU are even MORE AWESOME!!! You can do it babe! Don't give up!! :flowerforyou:
  • cm1458
    cm1458 Posts: 742 Member
    You rock! :glasses:
  • nolongerXXL
    nolongerXXL Posts: 222 Member
    Amazing!!!! I'm very excited for you!

    I was never a runner before, but I gave C25K a try and I love it now!!

    Congratulations and I can't wait for your updates!!
  • highervibes
    highervibes Posts: 2,219 Member
    A goof friend of mine, who to this day is such an inspiration to me once told me that "a large part of what holds you back is in your head" and I wholeheartedly agree with her. Congratulations to you and your hubby!
  • jodoho001
    jodoho001 Posts: 4
    Very inspiring. Keep up the good work
  • knitwit0704
    knitwit0704 Posts: 376
    Wow! I'm about half that, and it seems that I CAN'T run. How did you start with it?
  • Karabobarra
    Karabobarra Posts: 782 Member
    I LOVE THIS!!! You are incredible and totally inspiring!! Please let us know how well you did on the 5k and keep up the great work! *high five*
  • luckyladybug24
    luckyladybug24 Posts: 32 Member
    To Knitwit0704....I started my first week by running for 30 seconds...then walking for 3 minutes...then I repeated that 7 times. Then week two....I ran for 1 minute...walked for 2 minute....repeated 7 times. Now I'm on week three and I'm running for 2 minutes....walking for 1 minute. When I feel ready...I'll move my run to 3 minutes...walk for 1...and so on adding a minute as I go until I can run a full 3 miles without walking. :happy:

    Thanks everyone! :happy:
  • Raasy
    Raasy Posts: 972 Member
    CONGRATS!!! This is a big NSV!! Running is great, and when you set a goal for yourself it makes you really want to get motivated and keep going. I am training for a half marathon myself and I was not a runner at all before May.

    Keep up the great work and you will rep the benefits that running has to offer!
  • IdRatherBeReading
    IdRatherBeReading Posts: 96 Member
    Way to go! I am doing my first 5K next month, and I need to get myself back on track. The motivation on this site is awesome! :)
  • dunnodunno
    dunnodunno Posts: 2,290 Member
    Awesome, you're an inspiration. Good luck on your first 5K:).
  • riccoismydog
    riccoismydog Posts: 319 Member
    Well I guess my excuses are invalid now. Congrats, and way to go for being an inspiration!
  • Gr8ChangesAhead
    Gr8ChangesAhead Posts: 836 Member
    Seriously AWESOME... Make sure you get good shoes get fitted by a professional.
  • new_bella
    new_bella Posts: 199 Member
    Wow...that is truly amazing! I can't even run a block without quitting :( Good for you....keep up the great work and best wishes on your first 5K !
  • pushyourself14
    pushyourself14 Posts: 275 Member
    You're amazing and inspirational - keep it up!! Good luck in the 5K :)

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