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JMA wrote:
You'll get there. Your body will let you know when it's time. For me, I just got to a point where I felt like I *had* to run. I started jogging during walks. DH and I would take 2-3 mile walks with the dog and eventually I started jogging the last 1/4 mile, then the last 1/2 mile. I ran my first 5K by accident because he (DH) and I were supposed to walk it (the fun walk part) but he pulled out at the last minute. I got caught up in the enthusiasm of the event and ran the first mile and then ran/walked the rest. It's definitely something for you to look forward to when you're ready. That sounds like a sensible way to start. It's difficult for me to imagine that my body will ever be fit enough to run. -- PL (320/291/170) (First mini-goal: 299 Reached! 08/26/04) (Second mini-goal: 279) --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.754 / Virus Database: 504 - Release Date: 9/8/2004 |
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JMA wrote:
You'll get there. Your body will let you know when it's time. For me, I just got to a point where I felt like I *had* to run. I started jogging during walks. DH and I would take 2-3 mile walks with the dog and eventually I started jogging the last 1/4 mile, then the last 1/2 mile. I ran my first 5K by accident because he (DH) and I were supposed to walk it (the fun walk part) but he pulled out at the last minute. I got caught up in the enthusiasm of the event and ran the first mile and then ran/walked the rest. It's definitely something for you to look forward to when you're ready. That sounds like a sensible way to start. It's difficult for me to imagine that my body will ever be fit enough to run. -- PL (320/291/170) (First mini-goal: 299 Reached! 08/26/04) (Second mini-goal: 279) --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.754 / Virus Database: 504 - Release Date: 9/8/2004 |
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On Wed, 15 Sep 2004 09:44:10 -0600, Alex
wrote: Since the pool closed for the season on Labor Day (waaahhhhh) I was feeling at loose ends. I was still walking, but felt like I wanted to get more out of that time. I have never been a runner, yet I always wanted to. For various reasons, I let my body hold me back. I was too heavy, I couldn't catch my breath, my feet hurt... I had all the excuses. I ran across an article on runner's world website about jog/walk combinations being a really good way to train your body to run faster, longer, etc. In the past I thought stopping to walk meant you were failing, so I let that fear hold me back. Last week I started my run/walk training, and I can already feel/see/measure a difference in how far I go in the same amount of walking time I have allotted daily! I am running for longer periods already, and I actually ran to the store with the dog over the weekend, cutting my usual walking time in half. I alternate every other day with the run/walk and the brisk walk I have been enjoying for a few years. I feel really liberated. For most of my life I have let what other people would think hold me back. I really just don't care anymore and it feels amazing! Ally 212/154/140 Excellent, Ally! That was how I began running, and for a long time I kept up the alternate run/walk thing. It was around 6 months before I pushed through the "I want to stop now" barrier and ran a whole mile without any walking (but then I still weighed over 200 at that point). Now I can look back on that day and smile, but it was a big deal at the time! Chris 262/137/ (135-145) |
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On Wed, 15 Sep 2004 09:44:10 -0600, Alex
wrote: Since the pool closed for the season on Labor Day (waaahhhhh) I was feeling at loose ends. I was still walking, but felt like I wanted to get more out of that time. I have never been a runner, yet I always wanted to. For various reasons, I let my body hold me back. I was too heavy, I couldn't catch my breath, my feet hurt... I had all the excuses. I ran across an article on runner's world website about jog/walk combinations being a really good way to train your body to run faster, longer, etc. In the past I thought stopping to walk meant you were failing, so I let that fear hold me back. Last week I started my run/walk training, and I can already feel/see/measure a difference in how far I go in the same amount of walking time I have allotted daily! I am running for longer periods already, and I actually ran to the store with the dog over the weekend, cutting my usual walking time in half. I alternate every other day with the run/walk and the brisk walk I have been enjoying for a few years. I feel really liberated. For most of my life I have let what other people would think hold me back. I really just don't care anymore and it feels amazing! Ally 212/154/140 Excellent, Ally! That was how I began running, and for a long time I kept up the alternate run/walk thing. It was around 6 months before I pushed through the "I want to stop now" barrier and ran a whole mile without any walking (but then I still weighed over 200 at that point). Now I can look back on that day and smile, but it was a big deal at the time! Chris 262/137/ (135-145) |
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JMA wrote:
You'll get there. Your body will let you know when it's time. Exactly! I was perfectly happy walking. I had never seen a runner that looked like they were having a good time. It wasn't in my plans. And one night a song started on my iPod and I HAD TO RUN! Believe me, I looked happy s -- On the bike . . . Laurie in Maine 207/110 60 inches of attitude! Start: 2/02 Maintained since 2/03 |
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JMA wrote:
You'll get there. Your body will let you know when it's time. Exactly! I was perfectly happy walking. I had never seen a runner that looked like they were having a good time. It wasn't in my plans. And one night a song started on my iPod and I HAD TO RUN! Believe me, I looked happy s -- On the bike . . . Laurie in Maine 207/110 60 inches of attitude! Start: 2/02 Maintained since 2/03 |
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On Wed, 15 Sep 2004 19:52:11 -0400, "PL"
wrote: JMA wrote: You'll get there. Your body will let you know when it's time. For me, I just got to a point where I felt like I *had* to run. I started jogging during walks. DH and I would take 2-3 mile walks with the dog and eventually I started jogging the last 1/4 mile, then the last 1/2 mile. I ran my first 5K by accident because he (DH) and I were supposed to walk it (the fun walk part) but he pulled out at the last minute. I got caught up in the enthusiasm of the event and ran the first mile and then ran/walked the rest. It's definitely something for you to look forward to when you're ready. That sounds like a sensible way to start. It's difficult for me to imagine that my body will ever be fit enough to run. You may be surprised. If you'd asked me 6 or 7 years ago if I'd ever be able to run, I'd have laughed (or maybe cried). At the time I'd had a knee injury, and being so heavy aggravated it and kept it from healing. I could not walk 100 yards without debilitating pain, so I was basically not moving much. When I got out of bed in the morning every joint in my body was stiff and achy. I feel 20 years younger now :-). I actually credit this about 80% to beginning my exercise program at the gym 5 years ago; only about 20% of the credit goes to the weight loss the last two years. I wouldn't be running without the weight loss, I expect, but my knees were fixed before that as a result of the lifting. Chris 262/137/ (135-145) |
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On Wed, 15 Sep 2004 19:52:11 -0400, "PL"
wrote: JMA wrote: You'll get there. Your body will let you know when it's time. For me, I just got to a point where I felt like I *had* to run. I started jogging during walks. DH and I would take 2-3 mile walks with the dog and eventually I started jogging the last 1/4 mile, then the last 1/2 mile. I ran my first 5K by accident because he (DH) and I were supposed to walk it (the fun walk part) but he pulled out at the last minute. I got caught up in the enthusiasm of the event and ran the first mile and then ran/walked the rest. It's definitely something for you to look forward to when you're ready. That sounds like a sensible way to start. It's difficult for me to imagine that my body will ever be fit enough to run. You may be surprised. If you'd asked me 6 or 7 years ago if I'd ever be able to run, I'd have laughed (or maybe cried). At the time I'd had a knee injury, and being so heavy aggravated it and kept it from healing. I could not walk 100 yards without debilitating pain, so I was basically not moving much. When I got out of bed in the morning every joint in my body was stiff and achy. I feel 20 years younger now :-). I actually credit this about 80% to beginning my exercise program at the gym 5 years ago; only about 20% of the credit goes to the weight loss the last two years. I wouldn't be running without the weight loss, I expect, but my knees were fixed before that as a result of the lifting. Chris 262/137/ (135-145) |
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Alex wrote:
Since the pool closed for the season on Labor Day (waaahhhhh) I was feeling at loose ends. I was still walking, but felt like I wanted to get more out of that time. I have never been a runner, yet I always wanted to. I feel really liberated. For most of my life I have let what other people would think hold me back. I really just don't care anymore and it feels amazing! Yay Ally!! I don't run often but it's always a blast when I do. Enjoy the freedom s -- On the bike . . . Laurie in Maine 207/110 60 inches of attitude! Start: 2/02 Maintained since 2/03 |
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Alex wrote:
Since the pool closed for the season on Labor Day (waaahhhhh) I was feeling at loose ends. I was still walking, but felt like I wanted to get more out of that time. I have never been a runner, yet I always wanted to. I feel really liberated. For most of my life I have let what other people would think hold me back. I really just don't care anymore and it feels amazing! Yay Ally!! I don't run often but it's always a blast when I do. Enjoy the freedom s -- On the bike . . . Laurie in Maine 207/110 60 inches of attitude! Start: 2/02 Maintained since 2/03 |
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