Couch to 5k - running from scratch

This is something that I have mentioned to several people, and they have all asked me for a link to - so I decided to post it on my blog. The site is Cool Running, and it's a runner's resource for just about everything. A number of people I speak to would like to become fitter, and like the idea of running (more than actually doing it), so would prefer a gentler introduction, need look no further.

"Too many people have been turned off of running simply by trying to start off too fast. Their bodies rebel, and they wind up miserable, wondering why anyone would possibly want to do this to themselves.

You should ease into your running program gradually. In fact, the beginners' program we outline here is less of a running regimen than a walking and jogging program. The idea is to transform you from couch potato to runner, getting you running three miles (or 5K) on a regular basis in just two months."

Sounds good, but don't have proper shoes? Don't let that put you off .. start here