Very timely topic! I have also decided to give running a try after many years of aerobics, weights, cycling, x-c skiing, etc. I ran regularly years ago (in the mid and late 70s), and really liked it, but now I am much older and weigh a lot more

I have to say that the runners here on TE have inspired me to try it again, and Donna's post and the replies are helping to nudge me in that direction. I am shopping for some new running shoes, and also hope to lose about 25 pounds along the way.

Thanks for your post, Donna! Maybe we can encourage each other along the way.

Wendy