Hey Donna -

What you have in mind is totally doable. I started running about six years ago shortly after starting Weight Watchers. I ended up losing 25 pounds - and gained a lot in fitness.

Just ease into the running - set a series of small goals --

Seeing a dietitian or nutritionist is a good idea. Running is a good workout, and you'll have to eat to fuel. With Weight Watchers, I upped my points a little bit if I lost too much weight over a week (do keep the weight loss gradual - it's much more likely to stay off), but you do have to keep a protein/carbs balance for energy and staying power. My blood sugar tends to run a little low, so I ended up going to a dietitian once I got up to running an hour at a time. She helped me balance things out, plus she recommended a good book - "Nancy Clark's Sports Nutrition Guidebook."

Running is a great sport - welcome aboard! Keep at it. There will be ups and downs, but I think you'll be pleased overall.

Deb