Margaret, First of all, Thank you!! Okay here is what I did to get myself up to running a 5K. First I started out just running 4 minutes at a time on the treadmill. I don't know why I picked 4 min. I just did. I did this until I felt like I could do more. Then I just upped it one minute at a time until I could go for 1 mile. I kept trying to get to where I could run a mile in 10 minutes. I ran 1 mile for months then I upped my time, about 5 min. at a time, until I got to 2 miles. I did the same for running 3 miles as well. I got to where I can run 3 miles at a time now. I try to get to where I can run each mile in 10 min., that is just my personal goal for now. I try to run at least 3-4 days a week. I know this might sound confusing but this is just how I did it. I am sure that a personal trainer would tell you exactly how to do it right. I hope this helps!! Becky

Becky that is just wonderful more power to you. Can you answer me a question, I think deep down inside I would like to at least try something on the order of some sort of run what did you do to get yourself up to speed? I currenty don't think I could run but am willing to do what is needed to at least try. Any light you could shed would be very helpful. Again congratulations on a job very well done and to your husband for all his support that has really had to help you. Peg

Mary, THANK YOU!!!!! I am very proud of myself right now! So how are you doing??? Keep us posted on how you are. I saw the pics you posted and I must say they look really good. Thanks for sharing your experience for the rest of us!!! Thanks again, Becky

Becky, That is so awesome. I am proud of you. What an incredible accomplishment! Mary

Pat, Thank you so much!!! I do feel awesome! It is funny you talk about a year ago. During the race my husband tells me how proud he is of me and tells me to remember how far I have come since this time last year. He was like look at all the people you are passing and look how many there are behind you. He was just great today!!! I do feel like I am healthier life and it is great!!! Thanks again! Becky