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You could also look for any local tracks in the area. Don't be embarrassed inside or outside. Remember that you're doing more than probably most of the people you may see (except well probably at the gym).

definitely start small and work up to it. slow your pace, shorten your time. do what you can. maybe try throwing in a burst of speed to add a challenge after you feel comfortable. remember it's about YOU, not everyone else. good luck =)

ive done c25k on and off for a few years now. trying to get back on it. jumped right into week 4 and doing ok.

Awesome job!!!

Try taking measurements every couple weeks. You may not see weight drops but it definitely sounds like you are losing inches. Also getting back to thoroughly tracking may help with the weight loss as well. You need to be eating less than burn. So if you're on say 1600 calories and burn 250 with exercise, shoot to hit just…

1 week down, 2% loss in BF. YAY! and 2.5 lbs down!

Started today! Changing my weigh-ins to Saturdays now (did Sundays but starting a challenge at work and it's Saturday for that). Here's my starting point: CW: 194 Chest: 37 Waist: 41.25 Hips: 45.75 Thighs: 27 Forearm: 10.5 Upperarm: 12.75 %BF: 43 (I have a scale that tells me this because the file I use is waaay off) BMI:…

for the resistance cables, does it have to be them or will weights work?

I've fallen on & off this band wagon. I really want to get back into it but it's so hard finding the time to get out for a run. There is a group on here for c25K that would be very inspirational for you!

I am using the 5lb weights but like your other response, you can substitute cans or bottles of water. Hand weights are relatively inexpensive though (a 3lb ranges from around $4-5). Resistance bands may also be another option. Whatever weight or item you use, should be helpful with all 3 levels.

I work retail and my schedule is constantly changing. It isn't easy to fit a workout in but I aim to regularly. Right now I'm working out at home so that there's less time involved than if I had to travel to the gym, etc. If I'm in after 730AM I fit in my workout in the morning, getting up at 430AM. If not, I try to get it…

*Super Like* That is awesome!

Winding down week 2 here. How's everyone doing? Here's a look to what next week holds. Remember, even if you can't complete the whole length of time, shoot for a power walk or even just keep going! You're still doing more than nothing! 5 min Warm-up Repeat 2x: Jog 90 sec Walk 90 sec Jog 3 mins Walk 3 mins 5 min Cool-down…

wtg! that's awesome! What did you find worked best for you?

I'm in!

great job waterfaeriegirl!!! I'm doing w2d2 tonight. hopefully less killer than w2d1 was!

When i was doing it on the treadmill I was running on average at like a 4.5 or 5, walking around a 3.5. Outdoors, I run at what I'm comfortable at. I would focus on the time periods, not so much the pace at first. When you have the endurance to last the length of time, I would look at pushing your speed. I use a free app…

I'm in Marlborough and work in Lowell. Feel free to add me!

Here's week 2: Warmup Jog 60s Walk 90s Repeat for 20 mins (6 times) cool down. Good luck!

A lot of treadmills also have a button or quick setting so you can toggle between speeds quickly. If you can't figure it out, ask someone working at the gym. They should hopefully be able to help.

I agree that it's personal preference. I check my weight daily but only log it 1x a week. I don't have scales that sync up automatically either though so it's more personal in between my check-in days.

great job to those who started as well! Pick the 3 days that work best for YOU! And remember: If you can run slower, you're running too fast! Pace yourself and do what you can. Can't jog? Power-walk! It's more effort than just plain walking but not as much as jogging! Good luck!

I just broke 200 this week! I'll add you!

Along the lines of the previous posts, I would suggest comparing a few different calorie recommendations and find which best fits your lifestyle. Your activity level could even be higher than 1400.

It's getting close! So here's Week 1. All 3 days are the same. Do them on whichever days work for you. Warm-up 5 minutes. Alternate 60 seconds jogging/power-walking with 90 seconds walking. Repeat 8 times for a total of 20 minutes. Cool down 5 minutes. Some wisdom I've read in many different places: If you can run slower,…

I might recommend a heart rate monitor (HRM). It'll give you a pretty accurate reading based off the stats you put in and your heart rate. You can get good ones for around $70. I found in my search that the Polar FT4 or FT7 were highly recommended.

I felt that my protein and sugars were way too low and after looking around on MFP many others agreed. I changed my percents for carbs/prot/sugar to 40/30/30 and it's been more realistic.

I had some of the same problems when I had my weight loss back in 2010-2011 (before gaining it back). My bf wasn't really supportive and mostly criticized my new habits and made many of the same comments as your friends & family. Now we are BOTH on this weight loss journey together and it's definitely a whole new attitude…

count me in! I had lost 40lbs before changing states and moving in with my bf in early 2011. By the end of 2012 i had gained it back plus another 10lbs. Now I've been getting back on the healthy wagon. He now wants to join the Navy which means he needs to lose weight (started with 90lbs) and work on the fitness…