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Creekwood

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Creekwood    702

Creekwood
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So i am "running" my first 5k on June 8th! I have NEVER been a runner. I never even considered running/walking a 5k, just not my kind of thing. But, it was deeper than that. I was embarrassed. Embarrassed of my size. Will I finish last? What if I can't finish? It will be embarrassing if I have to walk it all? Can I even walk 3 miles? What if its really hot outside? What if I cramp up? I'll just do one later down the road when I have lost more weight...

All of these questions, all of the doubt. But, I've lost 47 pounds so far since I set up my initial consult and my attitude has changed! Screw waiting!! I'm ready now!!

I've been training for my 5k with the help of LJCBF a dim going to kick this 5k's a**!! 6 days a week I set my alarm to wake up earlier than I have in forever and I get outside and walk/jog between 1-2 miles! I still can't jog for very long distances, I still weigh over 300 pounds. But, I no longer worry about finishing last. I don't even think about cramps, weather, I'm not embarrassed about my size. I'm just going to go out there put one foot in front of the other for 3.1 miles! I'm going to finish and that's what I care about!

It feels good to be out every morning training. I will update everyone on how it went after the race.

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Thats so awesome!! You can do it.....who cares if you have to walk some or all of it the first time. The important thing is you are doing it! One step, one minute at a time. Congrats on your decision. :)

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So i am "running" my first 5k on June 8th! I have NEVER been a runner. I never even considered running/walking a 5k' date=' just not my kind of thing. But, it was deeper than that. I was embarrassed. Embarrassed of my size. Will I finish last? What if I can't finish? It will be embarrassing if I have to walk it all? Can I even walk 3 miles? What if its really hot outside? What if I cramp up? I'll just do one later down the road when I have lost more weight...

All of these questions, all of the doubt. But, I've lost 47 pounds so far since I set up my initial consult and my attitude has changed! Screw waiting!! I'm ready now!!

I've been training for my 5k with the help of LJCBF a dim going to kick this 5k's a**!! 6 days a week I set my alarm to wake up earlier than I have in forever and I get outside and walk/jog between 1-2 miles! I still can't jog for very long distances, I still weigh over 300 pounds. But, I no longer worry about finishing last. I don't even think about cramps, weather, I'm not embarrassed about my size. I'm just going to go out there put one foot in front of the other for 3.1 miles! I'm going to finish and that's what I care about!

It feels good to be out every morning training. I will update everyone on how it went after the race.[/quote']

You are going to great! BUT I MUST WARN YOU.....it is addictive! You may have found your new drug...

I started the same way..5 k, wasn't going to let the 86 year old man next to me beat me ( and he did) but I finished it. If I was going any slower I would be going backwards! It was the most exhilarating thing I ever did though.

You will be surprised that the ONLY ONE who cares about your size is YOU. ALL RUNNERS are out there for a reason, to prove something to someone or to themselves. You will be touched by the support you will get. I know I was. You will become a part of an elite group of people who are moving faster and harder than all those who chose to sit on the couch that day. IM SO PROUD OF YOU!

Let us know how it goes!

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Creekwood    702

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You are going to great! BUT I MUST WARN YOU.....it is addictive! You may have found your new drug...

I started the same way..5 k' date=' wasn't going to let the 86 year old man next to me beat me ( and he did) but I finished it. If I was going any slower I would be going backwards! It was the most exhilarating thing I ever did though.

You will be surprised that the ONLY ONE who cares about your size is YOU. ALL RUNNERS are out there for a reason, to prove something to someone or to themselves. You will be touched by the support you will get. I know I was. You will become a part of an elite group of people who are moving faster and harder than all those who chose to sit on the couch that day. IM SO PROUD OF YOU!

Let us know how it goes!

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Thanks!! That sounds great, I hope that I become addicted! :) there's a lot worse things to be addicted to Lol

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So i am "running" my first 5k on June 8th! I have NEVER been a runner. I never even considered running/walking a 5k' date=' just not my kind of thing. But, it was deeper than that. I was embarrassed. Embarrassed of my size. Will I finish last? What if I can't finish? It will be embarrassing if I have to walk it all? Can I even walk 3 miles? What if its really hot outside? What if I cramp up? I'll just do one later down the road when I have lost more weight...

All of these questions, all of the doubt. But, I've lost 47 pounds so far since I set up my initial consult and my attitude has changed! Screw waiting!! I'm ready now!!

I've been training for my 5k with the help of LJCBF a dim going to kick this 5k's a**!! 6 days a week I set my alarm to wake up earlier than I have in forever and I get outside and walk/jog between 1-2 miles! I still can't jog for very long distances, I still weigh over 300 pounds. But, I no longer worry about finishing last. I don't even think about cramps, weather, I'm not embarrassed about my size. I'm just going to go out there put one foot in front of the other for 3.1 miles! I'm going to finish and that's what I care about!

It feels good to be out every morning training. I will update everyone on how it went after the race.[/quote']

Great attitude!!!!! You're off to a great start!! I live it that u are saying screw what people think about my appearance ;)!!! I go to the gym and for years little skinny young girls will look at me and giggle and whisper!!! Then we start lifting or moving and I'm healthier and more fit than the little skinny fat girls. So u stick with it and kick some a$$ my friend!! You will only get better and gain more confidence this way!!! Good luck!!;) ill b joining the 5k ranks soon;)

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Creekwood    702

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Thanks everyone!! I appreciate the support!! :)

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So i am "running" my first 5k on June 8th! I have NEVER been a runner. I never even considered running/walking a 5k' date=' just not my kind of thing. But, it was deeper than that. I was embarrassed. Embarrassed of my size. Will I finish last? What if I can't finish? It will be embarrassing if I have to walk it all? Can I even walk 3 miles? What if its really hot outside? What if I cramp up? I'll just do one later down the road when I have lost more weight...

All of these questions, all of the doubt. But, I've lost 47 pounds so far since I set up my initial consult and my attitude has changed! Screw waiting!! I'm ready now!!

I've been training for my 5k with the help of LJCBF a dim going to kick this 5k's a**!! 6 days a week I set my alarm to wake up earlier than I have in forever and I get outside and walk/jog between 1-2 miles! I still can't jog for very long distances, I still weigh over 300 pounds. But, I no longer worry about finishing last. I don't even think about cramps, weather, I'm not embarrassed about my size. I'm just going to go out there put one foot in front of the other for 3.1 miles! I'm going to finish and that's what I care about!

It feels good to be out every morning training. I will update everyone on how it went after the race.[/quote']

That its so exciting...I was putting off doing anything like that because of my size and youre right...there us no excuse...time to get up and on!!

Thanks for the positive message...

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KAATNS    1,473

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Way to go neighbor! You're doing great! And I agree....running is addictive! :)

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Creekwood    702

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Way to go neighbor! You're doing great! And I agree....running is addictive! :)

Thanks! I'm hoping that I get addicted! Lol

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Exciting!! I just finished couch to 5k program and did the color vibe 5k last week. Great feeling of accomplishment!!! Yay for you!!

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Holy hell...you look fantastic!! Congrats on the 5k...so motivational...

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