NSV running!

aprildude · April 2014

3 weeks ago I started challenging myself to become a runner...I couldn't even run 2 min without dying lol but today I ran 1.25 miles in 13 min ! Without stopping and without feeling like I was dying! So excited I had to share

Pixeebug · April 2014

Awesome job!!

Platform_Heels · April 2014

Isn't that the greatest feeling in the world?

I remember the first time I ran a mile without stopping. I was so darn happy. And kind of bummed because I didn't have anyone to high five :laugh:

momxs2 · April 2014

That's great!! Such a good feeling!!

If you have a smart phone you should get couch to 5k app! Very helpful too!!

blaze6106 · April 2014

That is such an amazing NSV!

I aspire to be able to do some short distance running, but right now I am where you started- I can barely run for 2 minutes. Lol.

aprildude · April 2014

Thanks everyone.

aprildude · April 2014

Just stay positive and keep trying! If I can do it anyone can

loriemn · April 2014

good for you! keep it up!

biddy249 · April 2014

Great job! I love to run too and you will be surprised with the results over time. I might suggest adding 2 to 5 minutes a week to each of your runs. The next thing you know in a few months you are running 30 to 40 minutes a session and will be ready to hit the 5K circuit. Keep up the good work and enjoy the run. If you don't have good shoes go get fitted and get yourself a good pair of running shoes, best money you will spend.

elghee123 · April 2014

Starting is always the hard part but if you kept on doing it, you'd be amazed how strong you have become. Just don't forget to breath and walk if you must.

I am doing the same think too.

elghee123 · April 2014

Great job! I love to run too and you will be surprised with the results over time. I might suggest adding 2 to 5 minutes a week to each of your runs. The next thing you know in a few months you are running 30 to 40 minutes a session and will be ready to hit the 5K circuit. Keep up the good work and enjoy the run. If you don't have good shoes go get fitted and get yourself a good pair of running shoes, best money you will spend.

About the shoes, buy them on a Running shop because they have ways to measure and check how you run so that they can find what kind of shoe fits your running.

CherylP67 · April 2014

Awesome! You also have a nice pace for just starting out.

I suggest a couch to 5k app too. I used Get Running.

Good luck!

aprildude · May 2014

Thank you everyone! Yes I invested in shoes from a new balance store, they watched me walk and jog and measured my feet..I agree best money I have ever spent!

Play_outside · May 2014

Way to go!!!

Running is a great way to feel strong and healthy and it's amazing to see yourself progress

shmulyeng · May 2014

Congrats! As a recent convert to running, I totally know what you're feeling. Keep it up and you'll soon be running 5K and then 10Ks.

I agree with some others, you should look into the C25K program. I started it after running for a bit already and ended up skipping weeks 2 - 4. But it helped me get to the 30 minute running mark. I've recommended it to many people and most have been very successful with it.