Please introduce yourself here!

Hi, I'm Amethyst and I do believe I have gone and lost my mind. But it feels good to have a tangible goal to work towards! I signed up for the 5k walk. Watch out world...here I go!

Hi, my name is Becky and I just signed up for the 5k walk. I liked the fact there is somewhere to log and that I will get help along the way. I am looking forward to reading the posts to help me get better.

Good Morning... my name is Amy. I just sign up to walk one mile. I have never trainer / did anything like this. It seems like it could be fun. I am very excited to be here.

Hi, all! I just started today with a wonderful walk! I'm looking forward to being able to participate in some 5k's!

Hi everyone! I am happy to have found this program...a little late to the game though! I am hoping to successfully do a 5K Heart walk on September 22nd to honor my Dad who passed away August 31, 2011, and a 5K Diabetes walk in November to honor my Mom who passed away November 28, 2011.

I miss them both very much and I know that they would be very proud of the efforts I am making to improve my health, and to honor them by completing these 5K events would mean so much to me.

Kelly

Message Removed

Hi, I'm Andi. I've been a SP member for years, but the on-again, off-again type. Now I'm back ON! This time I'm using Spark Coach for added motivation. I recently had knee surgery (torn meniscus) in July, and I wanted to get back into the Couch to 5k program, but I'm not ready for running yet, so I thought I'd try this team out!

Hi all! I had joined this team awhile back but let life get in the way and quit walking in my second week. So here I am again to start fresh and make it through week 5!! Happy walking!!

Hi, I'm a on-again, off-again dieter, mostly off. Since my heart attack in June, I've been determined to get my excess baggage off and STAY off, so I began walking 3 or 4 weeks ago. Every year in August, the weekend b4 the kids start their next school year, our town sponsors a 5k run/walk for the active and not-so-active. I've wanted to do this with my daughters, but it has never happened. Next year I've told my family, I WILL be entered in it & finish it! Also, I would like to try to run 1/2 of the way. Think a 65 yr. old can actually accomplish this?

Hi, I'm Jasmine and I've been on SP for awhile but have seriously slacked. Today a friend of mine did a 12K and asked me to do it with her next year. Wow! I'm terrified. So I said yes, and went straight to SP, knowing I would find what I need here. So here I am. Today I start walking and in a year I'll do a 12K, possibly still walking but I'll do it!

Hi I'm Springtime. I've been a member of SP for some time, was active and then fell out of it. I've been back tracking my food and really need to get back into exercising.

I'm probably going to be starting on Sat or Sun.

Hi, I just came across this program and am going to start tomorrow morning. I used to walk or ride my bike everywhere, but since moving to the country I have been driving everywhere. I also have knee problems, so my goal will be to walk not run.

Welcome Miany4444 and best of luck to you.

Bettie

Hi! I just started Week 1, Day 1 of the walking program today! Goal is to be able to get thru all 4 programs. 0.87 miles today in 15 minute. Not a bad way to start for my first day :)

Hi, I am reading The Spark and it has made such a difference. Then I saw this Walking Program and decided to give it a try. I would love to be able to run but I'd be just as happy to walk a 5K. I am just getting started, today is my first day officially, and I walked this morning. When should I sign up for a race? It wouldn't be an actual race but just me walking 5K hopefully and prayer-fully
Thank you so much for all the encouragement. I can't wait to really get going now. I've not been this excited and motivated about getting healthy so thank you again and again!
Susan

Hi. My name is Jen. My husband and I just registered for a 5K for the Melanoma Research Foundation. We're walking in honor of my dad who has Stage IV Melanoma. When I was younger I participated in many CROP Walks (which are 10K) and we used to do the Komen Race for the Cure, but I have a problem with my knees and we had to stop. This will be my first 5K in about 8 years. The 5K is Sept 16, so I have enough time to get ready. And because it's for a cause so close to my heart, I am highly motivated...and I am excited to have a SparkTeam to help me STAY motivated!

Hello, everyone and welcome!

Hello, my name is Cres. I would like to tract my biking here. I bought stationary bike, and I would like to tract my minutes and calories here.

Hi, I thought a walking plan would be a good motivator to get into jogging and working out. Going to try and stay accountable.

Hello, I want to eventually run, so I grateful for this team. I love to encourage and I hope I receive it here.

Hello, my name is Sara. I have three kids and I want to set a healthy example for them. Since becoming a mom, I have gotten in horrible shape. It's time I do something about it.

I'm Vicki and I live in Virginia very close to Washington, DC. I want to add exercise to my program and this looks like a great organized way to do it.

Vicki

I'm Zakieh. I have done 5k walks for American Cancer Society/Making Strides against Breast Cancer in Ft Lauderdale. I joined to have motivation and something to look forward too. Right now there are no 5k's in the area. When the week comes,,I will do it online. Thank you

Hello! I actually had joined up for the "5K Rookie Walk/Run" program but hadn't done anything. I'm starting tomorrow to get a fitness program going, and discovered this group... which is probably much more realistic for me. Get the walking down first, *then* worry about running. I don't have any walks or anything to participate in, but I'll look for some or do a virtual one when the time comes.

I'm Bel. I live in MN. I want to do C25K, but it seems my body isn't quite ready for that, so I'm starting here. I used to walk a lot, but it seems a mile is all I'm up for at the moment, so I'll work my way up and work on my speed and be able to walk a 5k before I start trying to run one!

Hi all,

My husband and I are preparing to begin "trying" for kids when school starts in Sept. I still would like to lose some more weight and stay healthy during the pregnancy. So, what could be easier and healthier than walking!

Hi. I am Elaine from New Mexico. I suddenly single since my husband asked for a divorce just 6 days before our 9th anniversary last month. I signing up to this to get myself off the couch and to focus on doing something positive for myself.

Hi everyone!! My name is Becci, I am 38yrs., disabled with a brain injury, living in North Adams,Mass. I was guaranteed not to walk again: 19yrs later I 'm training to do a 5k!! I will be walking, but am setting new goals, and achieving most of them!! Today I walked my miles in 15min each!! Yesterday it was 20!!

Edited by: CD11172095 at: 7/13/2012 (21:36)

Hey I'm Trista, and I live in Tacoma, WA. I'm excited to be doing this program! I'm not currently signed up for any races, just the virtual one here on Spark People. But I figure that this is really great practice for when I do decide to go do another 5K. Nice to meet you all!

Hello! My name is Cyl and I am from Ohio. I think this is a great idea. Last night, I did the cross train and it was 30 minutes on my stationary bike.

Hi, I'm Lois from VA, a senior. think this challenge will be fun. But I only walk.

Hi I am Cindy and I live in Idaho. I am excited to walk a 5k. I love being outside and I am working on getting healthier. I thought this might be a fun way to help make progress as I am getting in shape.

Hi I am Erin .I am looking forward to the 5 K as I have never done one. I will be walking as I have had a right hip replacement done this past September and was told walking is a great exercise and running is a no,no) I love walking so here I am!
My daughter is doing a 5 or 10 K race in the fall where she will be running so I am training to walk and she will be running.:-) ( she is running in memory of a friend and client who died of cancer earlier this year)
and for

Edited by: CEILIE2 at: 7/7/2012 (14:41)

Hi,
My name is Lynn, and this seemed to be a great place for me to stay motivated. Walking is the best place for me to start because I use a wheelchair and the exercise program I've been doing has been walking in a pool and when I'm in my wheelchair, I use my feet to propel myself.

Hi,
My name is Lynn, and this seemed to be a great place for me to stay motivated. Walking is the best place for me to start because I use a wheelchair and the exercise program I've been doing has been walking in a pool and when I'm in my wheelchair, I use my feet to propel myself.

Hi, this is my first virtual 5 K, I did one for my sister's church 1 1/2 years ago, it was a lot of fun!.. Well I needed to up my motivation so I thought I would give this a try... I am almost 48 yrs old, I live in Nebraska and a mother of 4 kids and 8 soon to be9 grandkids. It was such a beautiful nice morning, so i got up early and walked 2.25 miles today, wanted to get it done before the heat sets in!! have a happy 4th!

Edited by: BETTEGARDNER at: 7/4/2012 (10:52)

Hi y'all...as you can tell from my handle I live in Texas...very hot and humid...I walk the cool halls of the college where I work on my lunch hour...from my office to the end of 2 buildings over and back is .25 miles. On the weekends I mall walk...I am 65 yrs old...I have never done a 5k before...will see if I can do this, the balls of my feet go numb after a couple of miles. The best to everyone!

Edited by: TXFRECKLES at: 7/3/2012 (20:43)

Hi welcome, enjoy, and just have a good time!

Edited by: SNOWYOGA at: 7/3/2012 (13:06)

This is my first 5K. I,m excited. I walk @ alot @ different parks for usually an hour on Saturday and Sundays that part of my crosstraining program.

Hi everyone, I like to walk, but this will be my first 5K, I am going to do my best! Wish you all the best!

Hi my name is Ronnie and I just turned 63 in June I walk quite a bit but, wanted to join this team to keep me sharp especially since the weather is getting so warm, this will give me the incentive to get up early just to get my walking in

Hi Lisa,

I was just in Chicago a couple of weeks ago and missed being in the area ( at least during the summer months). I did quite a bit of walking since I left my car in Homewood, IL, while we visited my daughter's grandmother on Lake Shore (absolutely no parking there). It was different to walk to the store and to restaurants. We walked somewhere everyday and even went ot Millenium Park and visited the Art Institute. I saw all of that to say you are in a good place to walk. I live in NC where you really have to drive to get anywhere. There is nothing in walking distance. Good luck with your goals!!

Hello,

My name is Richele and I live in NC.I am rejoining SP and want to become more fit. I have wanted to participate in some type of half marathon and think this is the perfect opportunity! I am excited and ready! Hope everyone does well!!

Hi, I'm Kris. I have never done a 5K before, and it looks like a great way to keep me accountable for my exercise. I have been off SP for some time and am new back this week. I'm praying that this time I will be successful!!!

Hi,
I`m Shell from Tampa Bay, FL.
I tried the 5k running team but sadly my knees gave out after week one (!) so I`m going to try walking instead.
I`m determined to do this...even if I have to crawl !!!





Edited by: SHELLIECAN at: 7/2/2012 (00:30)

Hi. I'm Melissa from Bellaire, TX. I've walked several 5k's in the past but I'm always swollen, out of breath and sore when I finish. I walk a lot at work but I need start a walking plan that I can do continuous walking like a 5k or farther.

Hello, I just need some guidance and motivation to get started. Kathryn, I loved your analogy.

Hello,

I'm Kathryn. I joined this challenge because I feel my Summer motivation dripping away like an ice cream cone on a hot day. I intend to do my training on a treadmill at the gym where it's cool. The treadmill even has a 5K program which makes it easy.

Hi, I'm RoAnne, 39 years old and trying to get back to a healthy weight before I turn 40 next May. A few years ago I was in really good shape and I did a walk/run 5k. I was so proud of myself. For the first time in my life I felt like an athlete, but then I fell off the wagaon and now I'm about 75 pounds heavier. I need to get back into shape and my first step is to be able to just walk a 5k and then train to run in one again.

Hi, Willow, yes, one can learn forever here at SparkPeople, it's a really wonderful site I don't get tired of. Lots of ideas and energy.

I joined this team/race yesterday; it fits in well with my next doctor's appointment (July 20) and with my avowed interest in being able to walk a mile or two easily by February when I go do research in the Caribbean with my researcher from London.

I was in London in September/October of last year and the amount of walking those people do. Eek! I lost 5 pounds just being there for a week! The Caribbean island I'm going to, we'll be downtown, less than 1-1/2 miles from the archives so walking to/from looks likely rather than taking expensive cabs or renting a car.

Edited by: CD3363447 at: 6/28/2012 (07:48)