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I was a cross country runner in high school and an injury sidetracked me and I more than doubled my weight from a lean energetic 135 to just shy of 300 pounds. I spent years struggling between wanting to get back in shape and just saying F@€k it! That was me for over 20 years. The jovial fat kid. Earlier this year, after having gradually gotten my weight down to about 275, I had some throat surgery, and was unable to eat solid food for nearly a month. My weight over 4 weeks dropped below 230. That's when I decided to take advantage of the situation and do something to keep the weight off. I set myself a goal to complete a 5K by the end of the year. That's when I found C25K. I'm not perfect. I have struggled with some injuries, and lost my way a couple times. But my weight is staying down, and I'm working out more than I have in years. It feels good in my head and heart, even when it aches in my legs and back. On October 8th, I will finish my first 5K since running cross country in high school. Thank you C25K, for being my most reliable running buddy.

Hi, I'm Saya. Used to run in the Corps, but haven't since my EAS. I'm a personal trainer and competitive Figure athlete. I'm also a mom of four. I hate running but have a chance to return to active duty, so I have to get back at it. Don't want to be the weak link!

3 miles 3 times per week is not very close to the 20 km (~12mi). But it is doable