With this Sunday's run, you will have completed six weeks of training, which means that for those doing the 8-K you are only two weeks from your goal. Those who chose the 10-K as their goal race will have to wait a few more weeks before heading to the starting line. Before you take your first steps, establish a goal. Do not give up until you reach that goal. Many people start exercising to lose weight.
Some people exercise as a means to quit smoking.
Others have as their goals relieving stress, or finding some private time for themselves. Establishing mileage goals works for many. Running a mile non-stop for the first time can provide you with your first Runner's High. Running that mile progressively faster can keep you going. Each new step you take creates another Personal Record.