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Treadmill woes

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So I don't post on here very often but here I go. I just got a gym membership about two weeks ago and I would like to start running. I haven't really ran since middle school but I used to enjoy it. My gym only has four treadmills and I'm really scared to run in front of other people. I feel like I'm going to look stupid or something. Does anyone else experience this? How do I get past it?
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  • lbarr088lbarr088
    2500 Comments Second Anniversary Combo Breaker
    My gym is the same way.  Don't think about it, everyone is there to workout and they will be concentrating on their own things.  If you haven't run in awhile maybe try the couch to 5k (C25K).  That mixes walking and running.  Good luck and stay positive when you go!
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  • heyjude23heyjude23 member
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    Ditto lbarr, everyone is there to work out, trust me.  Unless you're the dude that grunts as loud as he can and practically throws the weights down when he's finished, people will most likely not be paying any attention to you. 

    I would also really recommend the C25K program.  It's designed to ease people into running and I found it very easy to follow. 
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  • dawnie204dawnie204
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    Exactly what PP said, people are focusing on what they are doing.  When I go to the gym, I just do my own thing and I don't really notice anyone else.  I think most people do the same thing.  Also, don't feel pressured to go as fast as the person next to you.  Everyone has their own pace and their own limitations.  Start slow until you get the hang of running on a treadmill.  The first few times I did it, I stumbled a few times. 

    Good luck!
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  • Elle1036Elle1036 member
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    Agree with everyone else.  Unless you are just really ridiculous, nobody will notice you.

    Still, if you haven't run or used a treadmill in a while, you should definitely start by walking at a moderate pace.  Build up from there until you're really comfortable with the movement and how the machine works.  Then, like PPs suggested, start sprinkling in some short runs.  Do a minute jogging (about 5.5 mph) then walk for 3 or 4, and repeat.  Gradually increase the run times and decrease the walk times.  You'll be a pro in no time.

    Oh, and just in case you didn't hear this from somebody else:  pay attention to what your body is telling you.  Running is hard on your hips, knees, and ankles.  Especially if you aren't used to it.  If your joints start hurting you, stop and rest.  Injuries to those joints are not easy to bounce back from.
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