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Great job! I know how good those victories feel! The first time I made out twenty minutes straight I was about ready to go hinge and throw a part, though I didn't fully believe it. you got this! Keep up the awesome work :) Hey, if I can run a 5k at 300 lbs (like a turtle, but still), you can surely, too!

I have the Reebok RealFlex for running! They are the best shoes I've ever had. I've tried Nike, New Balance, Adidas, and none of them compare to the comfort. On my second pair now. [/quote] Thanks for the input! I'll have to check them out :) I don't live in an area where I can easily shop for this sort of thing in person,…

As one of the posters said previously, most people don't really advise running at high weights. However, I started C25K at 320. Running is never something I have been able to do, but I'm making it happen. Keep in mind, running for me is like a turtle compared to most people. Usually, my walks are at 2.6 and my runs are 3.8…

That's awesome! Way to go! I've recently decided to go soda-free and my husband decided this week he's going to stop drinking it too. Its a great thing! Keep it up :)

I've always enjoyed the treadmill, but now that I"ve been doing it outside I might really enjoy that more. Weird :) I'm not quite as north as Canada, but I'm in Wyoming and I totally understand the snow, rain, freezing temperatures and gale force winds :) Go you! You got this :)

I'm shopping for a good pair of real running shoes currently. That very well could be. Also, next time I'll up the incline a little bit. Thanks for the tips!

Great job! Me too! But I was a bit slower (57 min at 300 lbs). I tell people I run like a turtle... and I'm ok with that :) I'll get faster.

^^Great advice & encouragement!

YES! Do it! You can do it! Even if you have to walk some of it - you may surprise yourself! My husband was so inspired (or something like that... lol) that he's starting C25K tomorrow :)

I'm running mine next weekend, too! And scared out of my ghourd. I know I"ll be slow but I'll finish!

This really encourages me that I can actually get to my goals...great job!

Both of those are awesome! My minutes per mile are double of yours, but someday I'll run like you ;)

Its a sidewalk... See if you can pick a 5k now and get signed up for it! I've got this one next week, my coworker and I are doing one in April and I have a few more this year that I"d like to do... Just keeping at it til I can speed it up and run the entire thing :) Good luck! Have fun!

Haha. Glad I can encourage someone :) But yes, if I can do it at my size, you surely can! Granted, I know I will have to walk a little (I enjoy the treadmill more than outside... its easier for me at the moment, too), but I'm still glad I'm doing it. Google 5ks that are near you and are within a couple weeks of when you…

My sentiment exactly! I'm actually just finishing up C25k and have a 5k scheduled for a week and a half from now (terrified... but I won't die... even if I have to walk some). Anyways, my jogging is only at 3.5. Most people walk that fast... However, for me, a 300lb gal, I'm proud! Also, thanks, this really encouraged me :)

I will be following in your footsteps in two weeks!!

Ireally needed to read this thread tinight...I feel like I'm stuck in week 6 and will never get out. Mind over matter is my issue...I think. I ave a hard time thinking about aanything but the time I've been in the treadmill...

This really encouraged me! Thanks! I'm stck in Week 6 and its kicking my butt... Any tips on getting through the mental side of making yourself keep going? And I go way slower than you, OP, but its what I can do so I'm happy with it!

Motivates me :) Thank you! And you look Fantastic!! What a great NSV :)

I concur.

A few weeks ago I started eating clean-er (Its not very feasible for me to eat clean completely, but I do what I can) and I can tell you that I feel so much better! Even though I"m not losing lots of pounds (there has been some added stress in my life that's not helped me get to the gym), I feel fantastic and so motivated…

I completed Week 5 day 1 tonight - And I have to say I'm pretty nervous about the next few days since its getting up into the higher weeks and less breaks... Oh well :) I can do this! I"ve had the goal to run a 5k for 2 years and I am getting so close to being able to complete it. My first victory will be to get in a…

I'm 306 and have started c25k! Though I dunt know if you can call what I do running...

I do!

When I started it I was 320. It's tough but the accomplishment feels so good. Going to restart out this week myself. But I also do couch 2 5k, too.

I need to restart it myself...I'm in! The last time I did it, my dog didnt like it one bit. Lol. Working towards big health changes in 2012.

That's low. Glad you are rid of him and gained us :) If you like another friend, feel free to add me!

Ever since I got my iud put in my tom has been awful. There is about two weeks a month that I just don't weigh in because of that...sometimes

Definitely the motivation for me to re-start it! Great results - You got this for sure :)

Hey all! Welcome to the crew! I haven't been in here but a fe months, but I'll ffer th support and encouragement that I can! Feel free to add me if you like. I'm 25 and have somewhere between 130-150 pounds to lose. I work full time and have am hour commute each way. I live to be crafty and enjoy learning new things...…