Yet Another Newbie at 62

[aellinger54]

I have recently started my own run/walk program. My daughter told me she trained for her first 5K by using Couch to 5K and has been running races ever since. So, I decided to give it a try. I have never been athletic or done any running in my whole life, but I have always wanted to be a runner. And, since getting remarried in November, I have gained 15 pounds that I want to lose. My husband is very supportive and goes with me to the beach to walk as I go at my own pace. I want to run my first 5K May 20 in the town where I live and then run one with my daughter and 8 year old granddaughter. Staying motivated and not getting discouraged are my biggest problems. I'm hoping this app helps and that I can gain insight from those of you who are more seasoned runners.

[jmblair45]

Good luck to you! I'm starting over at 52 after a stress fracture in my foot 2 years ago. We can do this. The only advice I can give is go slow. I did to much to fast but now I am starting over from square 1.

[Peggy Ann]

YAY!! It is good to see I am not the only 62 year old starting on this. Finished Day 1 of Week one this afternoon!! Let's DO THIS!!!!

[Rainorshine]

I'm with you...59 turning 60 in Aug. I've done C25k before but couldn't keep it up because of my crazy work schedule. Also when I ran in an actual 5k race I realized that I was running the times but not the distance (apparently I'm slow). I could barely make it even though I went through the program. This time I really don't care about distance..just want to stay in shape and feel good...Tomorrow will be my 3rd day of walk-slog (slog is my version of running