wow! id LOVE to learn to REALLY run properly! I was reading an article about how when you think about it, no one ever really learns how to run, they just do it. its so absurd when most other athletics - tennis, golf, swimming, biking, boxing, etc, you really have to be taught. thats why we end up with such innefficiant strides! it also said that the reason why men from Africa end up winning so many marathons is because they learn to run barefoot, which is actually a more efficiant stride than running with sneakers. very interesting!

Anyway - good for you for pushing through. enjoy the feeling of accomplishment, and even if you dont complete the full mile on some days, give yourself a big pat on the back for getting out there and trying. thats more than many people do!