Hello to all, including our newcomers! I'm excited that we are growing as a group.
Idest: Keep strengthening those shins, and best to you in starting back up. I think your plan sounds good - take it slow from the start.
ShrinkingMama: Congrats on DAY3 of week 5. I'm seesawing from excitement to yikes for myself, right now. I did an additional Week 4 while I was on vacation and by yesterday actually wrapped it up with a 5 minute run and 8 minute run instead of the last 3 / 5 minute runs that C25K calls for. But I don't know that I'm ready for 20
Pachy: Looks like you are on week 4 too. How's it going? That second day was a killer for me, but after doing the routine again through last week, by the 6th day I had it down.
Webweevil: Good for you signing up for the Sept 30 5K. I think you may surprise yourself. After all, you have over 2 mos to get trained. And like someone else said: you can always revert back to walking when you need to.
Hope Aunt, Stephie, and Lou are having good run days. Stephie, you have inspired me as I trail behind you! Looks like you might be "graduating" soon. Please keep posting here to keep us inspired and encouraged.
Okay, need to hang up for now. My first day for week 5 is tomorrow. Will talk soon.
, it shouldn't be too much longer until I have to start jogging to keep up with the moving belt. I'll keep you updated if there's a change in the plan.
Back from Vacation!
On a concerned note, I seem to have trouble letting go of the handbars on the treadmill. When I do let go, I start wobbling. This is the case when walking and running. I cannot let go for more than 15-20 seconds before wobbling. When I force myself to let go of the handbars, I can tell I am not landing on my feet properly and start getting slight twinges in my ankles. As long as I am holding on with one hand, I am okay. Strange? I should note that when walking outside, at the mall, wherever, I have a hard time walking straight as well. I tend to steer to the left or right slightly. Maybe it is a family thing. I notice that my mother and grandmother do it as well.
I felt like I was going to be sick from about half way through the first 5minute run, but I kept going and managed to finish it and get home afterwards without collapsing! 
Roll on day two!
well done on the 20 minute run! I can't believe that I'll be able to run for that long!
you are obviously very self-motivated. How are the knees? Do you need to let go of the handrail? What about buying some ankle supports to keep your ankles in line while running or walking? I have no idea I'm afraid, but those are just some of my thoughts 
