running while fat?? I so want to do this ya'll. Possible?

You probably should start with some intervals walking/running. Try the Couch to 5k program (C25K). You are already walking and doing well with it, so start incorporating some jogging intervals with it.

I'd recommed the treadmill to get started since running is already hard on the joints.
Once your muscles get stronger, the road is all yours!!

Good luck!!

I started running with about 100 lbs to lose! You can definitely do it! I used the C25K program...it is fantastic; I highly recommend it! And it is so motivating how I keep getting faster as I lose weight! I just keep thinking how great running is going to feel when I finally get rid of all this extra weight! Good luck to you!

I'd like info on the larger runners in the group or those with 75 or more to lose. I walk ALOT. I Kettle ALOT. I lift weights ALOT. I want to incorporaterunning but not exactly sure how. I am carrying about 75 extra pounds but I can move like nobody's business. Where do I start?? :embarassed: :noway:

I paid money to join running groups before. Below are the run break downs. I like option 1 better

Running Option 1 (Easier for me)
1 1 min on 1 min off x 5
2 2 min on 1 min off x 3
3 2 min on 1 min off x 3
4 2 min x 4
5 3 min x 3
6 3 min x 4
7 5,4,3
8 4x4
9 5 min x 3
10 10, 5
11 6 min x 3
12 6 min x 3
13 10 min x 2
14 10,8,5
15 10 min x 2
16 12,6,6
17 10,5,5
18 12 min x 2
19 20
20 Run 3 min + circuit (jumping jacks, lunges, squats, side leg raise, quick step, arms, calf raises)
21 30 min total running time
22 Run to carillon point and back



Running Option 2 (Seemed to move quickly)
1 Run 1 minute
2 3 min on 1 min off x 5
3 40 min walk with hills
4 Run 4 min on 1 min off x 4
5 Cross Training – 45 – 60 mins biking, hiking etc
6 Run .5 mile
7 4 min on 2 min off x 5
8 35 min walk/jog with hills
9 Run 5 min on 1 min off x 3
10 Cross Training – 45 – 60 mins biking, hiking etc
11 Run 1 mile
12 5 min on 2 min off x 4
13 35 min walk/jog with hills
14 Run 6 min on 1 min off x 3
15 Cross Training – 45 – 60 mins biking, hiking etc
16 2 mile run
17 6 min on 1 min off x 4
18 40 min walk/jog with hills
19 20 min jog
20 Cross Training – 45 – 60 mins biking, hiking etc
21 2.5 mile run
22 20 min jog
23 40 min walk/jog with hills
24 20 min jog
25 Cross Training – 45 – 60 mins biking, hiking etc
26 2.5 mile run
27 30 min jog
28 30 min jog

I'm with the others... couch to 5k is wonderful! There's a plan online or apps that you can get for your phone. Either way it slowly builds you up and it's fun!

First, get fitted for a really good pair of running shoes. Go where they really know what they are doing.

Second, (I'm assuming you are female from your handle) invest in a really good sports bra.

Third, start with a fast walk/jog and build it from there.

I started with 5 minutes walk, 2 minutes jog, 5 minutes walk, 2 minutes jog and it worked well. I'm now up to 5 walk, 5 jog and am averaging almost 6mph. Not bad for a fat girl.

You can do this!

I started running was I was still 300+lbs so it can be done. Started with interval running on the treadmill, working at getting endurance up one week and speed on other weeks. I ran/walked (2/3 ran) my first ever 5k back in June. Just make sure you listen to your joints. Best of luck!! :flowerforyou:

I started running 2+ years ago at 230 lbs... since then I've lost 70 lbs.
I've ran about 15 5ks, an 8k, 10k and even ran my first half marathon this past spring. I am currently training to run 2 more half marathons this fall!

Friend me if you'd like!

I also agree that C25K is a great place for info! It's a wonderful program and exactly where I started when I wanted to run.

I have a weightloss goal of 105 lbs, currently down 35. I started running about a month ago - you can totally do it! I never in my wildest dreams thought I could, but I AM. Sounds like you have a good start. I walked the treadmill dailiy for about a 6 weeks and got so bored so I took a big gulp and gave it a try.

I have been following the 5K101 podcasts.
http://runningmatemedia.com/5k-101/

basiclly an 8 week training program for running a 5K, you can download it on itunes. Love it , but if you don't like that one just google couch to 5 K or look on itunes, tons of free training podcasts on there. I tried a couple before I found this one I like. I start Week 5 saturday.

You will be amazed at what your body is capable of, if you just push yourself. YOU CAN DO IT!!

Teresa

I'm at 245 pounds right now and I have been running for 6 weeks. I'm very slow, I started by running 1 mile. I just wanted to see if I could do it. I had tried in the past and could not run. But like you I had been working out for a while and just wanted to see. The first time I did a mile it took me 19 minutes. I kept it at 1 mile for about 3 weeks and got my time down to 16 minutes, then increased to 2 miles for 1 week and just started 3.5 mile this week. It takes me 1 hour and 6 minutes to do 3.5 miles, which is down from 1 hour and 10 minutes the first time I did 3.5 miles. I stoped worring about how long it took to run that first mile and am just tring to decrease my time on the 3.5 miles. I run the entire time. I wear a HRM and keep my HR at 140 to 155. It does get up to the 170-175 range on the last miles when I'm tring to "push it" and with hills. I never thought I would be able to do this. I can't say I love it right now but I can say that it feels great and I'm hooked. My plan is to get up to 4 miles and then decrease my time. I run 3 to 4 days a week and lift weights 3 days a week. Good Luck Just take that first step. If I can do this anyone can do it, and I really mean that. Just Go for it. :happy: