Any beginner runners out there?

Have you looked at couch to 5k? It is 10 weeks though, so you might have to start on week 2 or 3:)
http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml

I began running about a year ago. Right now in a bit of a slump but completed (3) 10k races last year. I would have never guessed that that would be possible. I am going to start up on January again. If you want friend me and we can work on it a bit together.

Not sure if this will work try it out...Finish of my first 10k...

Video embedding doesn't work...Here is the link if your are interested.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZhlWJmEcpRw

I just started jogging (I'm not to the running stage yet) 2 weeks ago. I've jogged/walked 24 miles so far. RIght now I can jog 1 1/2 miles without stopping, then walk a short block, then jogging to the 2 mile point before I have to walk again. I'm getting in more jogging than walking already, but I need to keep up the jogging for the whole 2 miles without stopping now. I'm trying to run 1 1/2 miles in less than 11 minutes, hopefully in 10 minutes, by the time I have to do a Physical Agility Test in about a month. I'm going slow at first so I won't have any set-backs, but I'm slowly increasing my jogging distance once or twice a week. Any advice on how to decrease my time would be really appreciated. Right now I'm trying to jog 6 days a week, and I do it outside. I would also like to do a fun run or a 5K in the future. Here are my dates and distance (just for the amount of time I jogged):
12-19- 2 miles
12-20- 2.5 miles
12-21- 2 miles
12-23- 2.6 miles

I just started seriously running in August. I have done three 5K's so far and have started training for a 10K in June. I have never been a real runner in my life, so this feels like such a major accomplishment. I can't believe how many doors I have opened for myself regarding future plans. I am so excited to travel new places so I can run there.

Last night I ran a 9.29 min mile. That's my very best so far. I think my average is really a 10.25 minute mile and I was just especially "on fire" last night. I bought the Nike sport band which really helps me track my runs, as well as set up new goals. I'm currently trying to use the coach feature to help me train for my 10K.

I'll look forward to running *with* you.

Love this topic!
I started run/walking in June 2010. I have done several races... slowly my run duration is increasing and my walk duration is decreasing. I use a fixed 4:2 ratio, although if I am feeling good then I extend the run duration. My longest race was a 10K so far, and a 5 miler on Thanksgiving.

I am training for a half marathon at the end of January ... but I still consider myself a beginner and would love support and to support others! Friend me aynytime!

I started to run a little while ago but stopped. I'd like to pick it back up again. I will be doing my running outdoors, so I'm crossing my fingers Santa brings me that warm running hat I wanted

I am also going to start it up on the 26th. I am going to supplement my weight workout with running and a cardio video.

I'm in!

L.

Great topic!

I've never been able to run. Even in grade school in PE, I struggled...and honestly haven't put any effort into trying since then. I've been doing the Couch to 5k program and it's working out great for me so far. I'm running on a treadmill with no incline, and I'm not setting any speed records, but I'm up to 25 minutes straight, around 2.25 miles. I'm mainly concentrating on increasing my endurance right now, and not really emphasizing speed per se. I'll start working on increasing my speed (and maybe adding some incline on the treadmill, and actually doing a "real" run outdoors) after I reach that elusive 5k mark :-)

Great topic!

I've never been able to run. Even in grade school in PE, I struggled...and honestly haven't put any effort into trying since then. I've been doing the Couch to 5k program and it's working out great for me so far. I'm running on a treadmill with no incline, and I'm not setting any speed records, but I'm up to 25 minutes straight, around 2.25 miles. I'm mainly concentrating on increasing my endurance right now, and not really emphasizing speed per se. I'll start working on increasing my speed (and maybe adding some incline on the treadmill, and actually doing a "real" run outdoors) after I reach that elusive 5k mark :-)

You should not be running with no incline dear... it is similar to running downhill and over time will really screw up your bones and joints, especially your ligament (IT bands etc). You should run with at least 1% incline... and some people advise 2% incline so that your running on a treadmill will translate better to outside. Outside you not only have incline, but you have to move your body weight, and also have wind resistance.

Great job though ... when or how is your plan to get outside?

Wow, thanks for the suggestions. I'll add a little incline on my next run (hopefully tonight, time permitting) and see how it goes.

I’ve been dabbling in the idea of running. I too never have been able to run in high school, but have been interested in proving to myself that I can. I so far (on the treadmill, because the snow and ice in Montreal is enough to scare most off the sidewalks) listen to my ipod running one song then walking one. I’m looking to slowly build myself up to running the entire time, well jogging really.

Try About.com "3 Weeks to a 30 Minute Running Habit," that's the one I've gone by & tonight's my 21st day OR the other one that was suggested (& I assume it's basically the same idea) "Couch to 5k"... Good luck & again, HAPPY NEW YEAR/ HAPPY RUNNING all!

Thanks for the tip, everyone. I added 1% incline to my last two runs. I could tell that ai had to put forth a bit more effort, but it was doable. I could DEFINITELY tell that it just "felt" more "natural.". Sorry, I don't know how else to put it. The run just felt smoother and less mechanical and forced.

Glad to hear it! Hope that it'll help you continue