Congrats, OP! I would love to hear more about what Prozac did for your PMDD and depression and the difference in how you felt!

OP you sound really uninformed. Your problem isn't that you are fat. It is that you are out of shape and have been lazy. Specifically running shape since that is what you want to do. Can you get into running shape for a 10K by May? Of course. Will that do anything for your judgement as to what constitutes a fat person running & how they could possibly run and still be fat? I doubt it.

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Start back with couch to 5k. It will feel kinda crazy and a little antsy but this way you will not get hurt. As soon as you are done couch to 5k roll right into 5k to 10K. I have been there and yesterday in the snow I bundled up and ran 4 miles. It was a joy.

This. Use a couch to 5k app (there’s several available). It will get you started SAFELY.
I use the app “5K runner”.
I started 2 weeks ago, at 190 as well. I am down 8 pounds (also dieting) and doing Jillian Michaels beginner shred on days I do not run.
Good luck!

I ran a 10k with your stats without any prep (it’s a long story, I was filling in for another parent), and yes I was looped by 10 year old boys and was one of the last in, but I made it without any drama. You will be fine.

You can absolutely do it! Since you're a former runner, I'd do coach to 5k to get moving. Then switch over to the hal higdon novice 10k program:

https://www.halhigdon.com/training-programs/10k-training/novice-10k/

I did this when I started back after a long, long time off and I found it was easier because you alternate running and cross training.

OP, I also think it is possible, but you would definitely benefit from some weight loss too. Being lighter will improve your running and should also positively affect the health markers you mentioned. If the race gives you the motivation you need that is great, but your focus should really be on getting healthier rather than obsessing whether you can complete the race.

This all discouraging to hear because cardio is my favorite exercise and I hate vegetables lol

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Anonymous wrote:I know a fat woman who runs 2 marathons a year!

I've been curious about that. How come all that running doesn't make them skinny? Eat a lot?

Me too... a friend of a friend is not toned or skinny and runs all the time. What's the deal?

It's because long, slow, steady state cardio is probably one of the worst exercises for fat loss and weight loss, particularly if that is the only thing you are doing. And they are probably eating too much.

Nothing wrong with cardio for fat loss, though ideally it should be accompanied with some strength training to maintain muscle mass, but the food component is the issue for those who exercise a lot and are still overweight. Exercise does not burn as much as some people would like to think and if they are inactive otherwise and do not watch what they eat, it is not that hard to remain overweight. Also, noone will get "toned" from just doing long runs.

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Anonymous wrote:I know a fat woman who runs 2 marathons a year!

I've been curious about that. How come all that running doesn't make them skinny? Eat a lot?

Me too... a friend of a friend is not toned or skinny and runs all the time. What's the deal?

It's because long, slow, steady state cardio is probably one of the worst exercises for fat loss and weight loss, particularly if that is the only thing you are doing. And they are probably eating too much.

With steady training and proper eating, you will finish it. Without proper training, you will just struggle to finish and sore more afterwards.
Something to aim for! Best of luck!

Do intervals. That’s how I do a 10k. Slow and steady gets you to the finish line!

I would start with a 5K training plan for beginners or novices. Hal Higdon as some good plans that you can Google. I would vary your mileage or time on your feet instead of doing the same thing every day. Maybe take at least 2 rest days per week from running. You can add in strength training on the other two days. This will keep you stronger and injury free.

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Anonymous wrote:I know a fat woman who runs 2 marathons a year!

I've been curious about that. How come all that running doesn't make them skinny? Eat a lot?

Me too... a friend of a friend is not toned or skinny and runs all the time. What's the deal?

Could be other lifestyle choices but also could just be genetic set point. She'd likely be far heavier without the exercise.

First I would check with your doctor about how to ramp up safely.

Then do your best within the limits, walk/run, try to add in hill sprints and some strength workout or HIIT if your PCP says it is okay. Aim for a combination of long, slow, walk/runs and short intense cardio. Accept that you may need to walk part of your 10k, but know that the process of training for it will be worth it on its own (as you know from past races, probably).

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Anonymous wrote:I know a fat woman who runs 2 marathons a year!

I've been curious about that. How come all that running doesn't make them skinny? Eat a lot?

Me too... a friend of a friend is not toned or skinny and runs all the time. What's the deal?