New Runner

[witeowl]

Any tips for getting into running would be much appreciated.

First, you're probably not going to like this advice, but... if you're going to compete against your hubby, I'd really suggest not training with him. You need to respect your current level, and you've already seen the consequences of not doing so.

That said, go to www.coolrunning.com. They've got all sorts of tips, including some training plans (I'm currently working through the "couch to 5k" (c25k) program). Their forums are also fantastic, full of absolutely supportive people (just like here!)

If you want to continue training with him, and he's understanding and patient, an idea would be to start the c25k program in the first week, with the agreement that when the plan says to walk, you both walk and when the plan says to run, you both run - at the slower person's pace.

[SalsaMTB]

If you want to continue training with him, and he's understanding and patient, an idea would be to start the c25k program in the first week, with the agreement that when the plan says to walk, you both walk and when the plan says to run, you both run - at the slower person's pace.

I agree with what you said. Thanks for the link. I saw it somewhere else in this forum but forgot where. I think I'm going to try the c25k next week. I sent an email to DH and I think about the training, so we'll see if he can be patient.

[witeowl]

I agree with what you said. Thanks for the link. I saw it somewhere else in this forum but forgot where. I think I'm going to try the c25k next week. I sent an email to DH and I think about the training, so we'll see if he can be patient.

Good, I'm glad I didn't offend!

I think you'll really enjoy the c25k. I've never run before in my life, and I *so* enjoy the feeling of running a half mile without stopping (I'm only at week four). Well... I enjoy FINISHING running a half mile without stopping, at least.

Good luck!