Participating in your program was just what I needed to get me started and to show me that I can do it. I have tried before but usually gave up whenever it became difficult or didn't feel good. Thanks for offering such a great opportunity. &— G.B.

I have to tell you that I have never, in my 45+ years, run for a continuous half hour+. I owe it all to your program and I thank you. — R.D.

Your running program has been and is perfect for me. I started running on my own back in May by running 1/2 mile and gradually trying to increase the distance. It was hard and I was not enjoying it at all, but I really wanted to find a way to make it work. That's when I came across your website. I've always loved walking and when I saw the first level, I knew it was something I could do and I was going to look forward to doing. That's what made all the difference. I started following the meal plans and feeling stronger and before I knew it, I was doing 3+ miles! I couldn't believe I was actually doing it! In October, I did my first 5K race. I certainly didn't break any records, but I did it and had a wonderful time! — J.H.

I just wanted to let you know how much I have enjoyed your "Running For Women" program. I have had a lot of experience with running in the past but I have never enjoyed running as much as I have these past few months. I feel stronger and healthier than I have felt in years. The program is awesome! — G.D.

There is no way I would have done this without you! I had tried to run myself and was getting nothing but aches and pains, and was very discouraged. Now, I look forward to many more runs in the future and still hope to conquer a 10K one day. You have been very inspiring. I have recommended the Running for Women program to a lot of people. Thanks for everything you have done, your support, enthusiasm, and the training. — B.L.

I am thoroughly enjoying the website. I've finished my first week already and am really enjoying my new-found energy. The website is wonderful with all of its tips, information, recipes and resources. I'm so glad I joined up. I'm telling all of my friends about your website. — S.W.

I am finding your website super easy to use. And being the non-computer person that I am...this really is easy! I have never kept an exercise log. It really feels good to be accountable. And it's motivating to see what I've done. Thanks so much... — K.B.

I am signing on again with you all, I really like how you respond to [my emails]; it's like having your own personal trainer on line! — P.B.

First things first, you successfully got me to 5 miles! I made it and I'm so very happy. Thank you!!! I was astonished to find that the run-walk practice takes you so much farther without your body feeling extra exertion. I'm truly thrilled. Thank you, thank you! — M.B.

I thank you for your continued support and interest in my running life. Your program and website have really been just what I was looking for and needed. [Your program is] truly special. — A.N.

I went and did my morning jog and it was great. I had forgotten about the short stride! I had been artificially pushing myself to go faster and it felt awful. Up until now I had only been running 3 miles, but this morning I was able to go my 4.5 mile route and it felt so good. I did incorporate walk breaks ( I have never given myself the permission to walk). I am really thrilled. — K.B.

At 61, I could not run; at 64, I can run a half marathon. I found RFW to be the one program, in a lifetime of dabbling and failure to find something, that I could sustain. In my fifties I began to trying out different exercise programs. Run/Walk is as simple, and elementary an exercise program you could possibly imagine. You need only proper shoes; no special skills, no special equipment, no special location, no real expense. The real secret to RFW is the nurturing support. I can't imagine my life anymore before RFW. It seems as though the healthier me gets more joy out of life. RFW has truly changed my life. — A.N.

"When I was in my early 20s, I was a runner; the farthest I ran was a 10K. I became a mother at 27. I put myself on hold and did very little to take care of my self. I gained weight and lost my self-esteem. Now my son is off to college and we are empty-nesters. I'm almost 50 and the thought of running made me cringe, I didn't think I could do it because of my age and weight. I was not going to be able to breathe. It was going to be hard.

When I signed up for RFW I told people that if this program makes me like running it is a 'miracle!' Well guess what? I think it might just be miraculous!! Amazing to be sure! I have never liked to run, jog, or do any exercise regularly. I have tried going to gyms, to Curves, and to aerobics classes. None of these kept me motivated or interested enough to keep me going back.

I've always thought that running was a great exercise because it is inexpensive and you can take it anywhere. But I never thought that I would or could become a 'runner.' I also never knew that 'run/walk' was an option! Run a little, walk a little? Even I can do that! What is especially motivating is that after only 6 weeks I can see and feel real results in my body and we are not even half way through the program. For all of this, I am grateful." — C.Z.