MamaLu

Love the message and agree it's for the overweight people, those just starting out, anyone trying to be healthier. I felt self-conscious running in my first 5k but that's what I love about the running community. Everyone encourages each other no matter what your level is. When I run, I run for me and I love saying hello to…

I run or workout at 5am every morning (except Sunday). After my workout and shower I make a fruit and protein smoothie with 1 cup water, 1 cup frozen fruit and 1 scoop vanilla whey protein powder. I have an awesome smoothie maker that makes the smoothie right in the cup you drink from so it's quick and then I can drink my…

...you get up at 4:30am so you can start the day with a run and/or some strength training. And on the days you don't, your day is completely "off".

And hydrate, hydrate, hydrate!

Good luck with your 5K this Saturday! Have fun and enjoy :wink:

I started running about 3 years ago using the C25K program. I am now 52 and have run in several 5Ks, a few 10ks and am currently training for my first 1/2 marathon! Like others have said, the C25K builds you up to it slowly and before you know it you're running a mile. I remember how excited I was when I first ran 1 mile…

Sounds yummy...I'll be making them soon!! I'm also going to add some vanilla whey protein powder to make them into protein bars. Thanks for sharing :smile: