Hello! I need some serious advice! I started jogging (walk/jog) about two months ago. I was proud of myself for just getting going again after quitting smoking. For the first time I actually tracked my time/miles since I'm doing my first 5k this weekend. Usually I just go until I get tired/bored (normally I'm on my bike but I got a bug in my to try a dua...sorry, I digress). I was shocked and very bummed about how slow I was. I knew I wasn't quick but sheesh. I know people that walk faster!

It took me 45 min to do 5k. It wasn't so much I was out of breath or anything hurt but I was so hot I felt I was going to meltdown. Do any of you have suggestions how I can work through that feeling and speed it up? Thank you!