For those of you like me who find problems with jogging/running this article is very encouraging I no longer feel that I am not worthy as I cannot jog, in fact it has made me feel that I am doing my self a service by my regular walking.
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It's good to hear my walking and treadmill ( still walking, I am not built for running yet) is still of huge benefit and may be even better for you. I have also this morning been watching a natural arthritis cure program as I have it in my hip and conclusion seems to be a mainly plant based diet, gentle exercise and a good nights sleep.
I don't run, I couldn't t at first although I'm sure I could now but I'd be too embarrassed! I only do walking but I've lost nearly 6 stone so it must be enough.
I don't like running either Osiris! Even when I was younger (and smaller!) I was on the larger side, chest wise. And running with big boobs is just uncomfortable and, as you say, embarrassing. 
Ha, mine have gone from big to just saggy now 😜 bad side of weight loss!
I'd actually like to be able to go running. But I live in a small village full of gossip mongerers and I'd be convinced everyone was looking at me. Truth is probably no one would even notice or care!
Exercise of any kind is a massive improvement for me!! But j do try to do some intense cardio on an exercise bike as well these days as my fitness has improved 😊
I'm sorry to hear you feel judged as 'not worthy' somehow for not running. I didn't feel like that back when I thought I couldn't run - I just thought I'm not a runner, it's something that 'other people' do... it was as much a surprise to me as it would be to anyone to realise I could when I managed it by the end of couch to 5k! But a point here is perhaps that not everyone can run as we all start from different points of health/physical ability, and it's important to bear that in mind. All exercise is definitely good, I really believe in little and often, things that are sustainable and that we enjoy 
It was a comment made last week. I pointed out that due to my knees I was unable to join in and was made to feel that I was making excuses not to try. I was also told the thread was for those wishing to partake and not for people to post negative comments. To be honest I was angry. I walk miles, I do Aqua aerobics 3 - 4 times a week and to be put down like that was offensive and not what I expected from this forum
I just found this article and thought that it might be encouraging for others, like me, who for one reason or another find jogging painful.
I am sure the person encouraging the programme is doing great but must realise that it is not for everyone
I regret ever having posted on his thread but at least it encouraged be to search out the benefits of walking and I have found that a positive from a negative experience
I enjoyed running when I was younger (and thinner lol) but wouldn't now due to arthritis in my feet. I guess you could reduce the risk of further joint damage by running on a springy surface, but though physical excercise is important, walking is about much more than that to me. It relieves stress and lifts my spirits, if I was going faster I would miss some of the beauty around me. I like to stop and chat with people along the way, especially those with dogs which I find a comfort having recently lost mine. I think running is great for those who enjoy it but walking is just as worthy. With really good boots or trainers I'm hoping to protcet my foot joints enough to be walking and hiking well into old age (51 now)
I'm 69 so I think walking is fine 😊
I am 63 do lots of walking .but also get the bike out in the summer.its all down to what works for you.lost 70lbs so not complaining .also i never run !
Still walking...
can you talk the talk or walk the walk. Daily update!
Just been my first Couch to 5k run...
Stress will not get the better of me!
Is someone able to help
