C25K How much did you weigh?

I was over 250 pounds when I started. I am down to 242 now and starting week 7 today. I am slow, but I am moving and burning calories. I would say to give it a shot if you feel up to it, but listen to your body. Repeat days or weeks if you need to. I never thought that I would be able to run, but I can now run for 25 minutes straight. I love the way I feel when I am done. Good luck to you.

I was pushing 240 about 3 years ago when I started C25K. I kept with it and have lost almost 90 lbs and have not only completed several 5ks but 10s, half marathons and most recently ran my first marathon the first of this month.

started it at 275, I am still over the 200lbs (just) and I run 5-10 km all the time..

<<<<< oh and those are my running legs!!

I started at greater than 250lbs and it did hurt a lot... I run SLOOOOOOW. I care more about duration (time wise) than speed right now. I think that helps. It gets easier on your joints, just listen to your body and take your time.

I'm starting Week 5 today (after several weeks of repeating week 4). Currently at 243lbs. When I started, I was at 255.

Good running shoes is key....made the mistake of running in the shoes I wear at Zumba during week 1...and couldn't walk right for a few days!

I am currently at 180 and I am now up to running 30 minutes straight...I learned I had to slow down a bit (I was trying to run too fast before). I have to admit it is much easier to run now that I am under 200lbs.

Started over 200. I had high end nike air max 2011 and tried running with those... HORRIBLE for my knees. I switched to vibram five fingers and have no pain in my knees or in my ankles. Sometimes, I have 'em in my feet but that's because I'm using new foot muscles

So... invest in good shoes! Makes you more likely to stay committed.

175, I think. My knee gave me some trouble as well, because I'm 97 years old. I started taking fish oil and that helped. Maybe look into join supplements? Also, make sure you are wearing the right shoes. I went to a running shop and they analyzed my gait and all that. It was worth it.

230 started on week 2 You can do it, just start slow and speed will come later.

I started C25K at 174lb back in December, did 5k by early Jan, and a half-marathon on 1st April. I was worried about my knees as I'd had previous problems, and I think I was right to be worried. Knees continued to hurt throughout training, so I am now back down to 4-5 miles max and will stay there, but mainly doing cross training/cycling instead. Now 161lb though

Ladies, I HIGHLY recommend seeking a proper fitting of shoes. Any problem with supponation, or pronation can throw your knees and hips out of whack. Also remember that you are using muscles that haven't been stressed in a while and that will make your joints hurt until they are strong enough to keep them aligned correctly. Add some strength training, it will help with the pain. I've been a runner since I was 12, off and on due to injury, babies, etc....my knees where killing me when first starting back and then I sought out proper footwear for my issues, and added strength training. What a difference it makes! FYI I'm 154 now at 5'3". FYI when seeking a proper fitting, don't go to the mall or a random sports store, they typically are hired help that do not know the difference between pronation/supponation etc. Find a specialty footwear store that specializes in sports shoes, I warn you, a good fitting pair of running shoes will cost you roughly $120, but I swear it's worth it. You have the rest of your life to stand and walk on your feet and knees, YOU are worth it. Your feet are like protecting your head when biking!

Not doing the C25K but the non runners guide to marathon running (similar program in the begining). I started at 235 and my knees and everything else was killing me. I invested in a really good (for me) pair of running shoes and the more I ran the better my knees felt. I'm now just under 200lbs and ran 15 miles last week over several days with little or no knee pain.

Go for it and run at your own pace, I'm the slowest runner out there but I'm doing this for me and my time clock. My goal is always to finish.

Good luck.

i have only started running this week weighing 267 pounds. My knees hurt, my ankles hurt, my shins hurt....but only when im running. Ive found that the pain that was originally in my knees ALL THE TIME as eased after just a week. The only way i can explain it is that the pain i feel when i am running is a good pain (if there is such a pain) because i am using muscles that are used to sitting on the couch doing nothing! I already have more energy and no longer walk like a heavily pregnant lady! After just a week!! I think this could be just what you need, but if your unsure seek medical advice first. BTW i lost 7lbs this week, which i know is through running. Im not saying its easy, and theres a LOT of walking involved at the beginning but you will get there! Good luck!!

Started at 240 and now I'm 218. It's amazing the difference I feel running now from a few weeks ago.

Everybody is different. I started running at the very beginning, wehn I was around 255. I am now 180 and still running... albeit much more efficiently and faster. It seems like most of the advice here is good.

-start slow, avoid doing too much too soon
-listen to your body
-properly fitted shoes
-cross training/strength training

Good Luck!