Run run run

So, the past 3 or so weeks, I have started a new running program. This is HUGE for me. I have always been an athletic person, dancing and what not, but for some reason, running has been a very big struggle for me. I have only run an entire mile one time in my lifetime, which was when I was in my best physical condition. I have some kind of athlete's asthma which makes it really hard for me to breathe while running. But I see all these people on Biggest Loser do it, and they weigh 300 pounds more than I do. So why can't I do it???

That's when I decided I will do it. I downloaded this app called C25K (Couch to 5k), and it is amazing! It basically get's you to go from the couch and no running at all, to running a 5k in 9 weeks time. There is a 5 minute warm up and cool down, and 20 minutes of running/walking. The best part about it is that there is just a voice that comes on that says, "Walk." And then he says, "Run," when it's time to run. It's so simple, yet it is exactly what I need. I have already seen a HUGE improvement in my endurance and breathing. It has also affected the rest of my life too. I have more energy to do other things and my appetite-inhibitors are a lot stronger, so I don't snack as often. I haven't lost any pounds yet, but I know I will get there.

I don't think I can explain it in words how big of a deal this is for me. It's just one of those things that I thought to myself I could never do. And here I am doing it. And kind of enjoying it.