Having ended 2010 overweight, unfit and unhappy I was determined that in 2011 I would stick to an exercise and diet plan after years of failed attempts. I started by joining a local slimming group and then trying some different exercise classes. I first started running when a friend of mine suggested we do the local Race for Life 5km at Newcastle - how hard could it be?
I was nervous to start running outside, my face goes bright red and I thought everyone would laugh at me driving past. I faced my fears and started by jogging a loop a round my estate which I walked more than ran but after a few weeks it got easier and I felt as if I was running more than walking, I kitted myself out with proper trainers, a running app and some tights and felt much more confident when I headed out the door.
I was nervous to start running outside, my face goes bright red and I thought everyone would laugh at me driving past. I faced my fears and started by jogging a loop a round my estate which I walked more than ran but after a few weeks it got easier and I felt as if I was running more than walking, I kitted myself out with proper trainers, a running app and some tights and felt much more confident when I headed out the door.