All of us were new to this once. I'm so glad you are joining us. Goddess will add you to the group list. Don't worry about needing to repeat weeks. Just take your time and we'll be here to support you! My suggestion for getting started is to first make sure your shoes are good. I started with old shoes and replaced them in week 2 because I was starting to get soreness in my shins. Could've just been getting used to impact and jarring of running but it was definitely also the start of shin splints. I know that. I have had no problems since.

How out of shape are you? I was no spring chicken and I didn't have to modify any day whatsoever. Not saying that noone should ever, ever change up the program, but it's more doable than you think. Even the "big" jumps are! I'll second Meg here - get fitted for legitimate running shoes. You know, not the shoes you just skank around in...actual running shoes. Also, make sure you have ways to hydrate while you're running. Either leave water along your route or get a handheld hydration system/camelback. It depends on if you don't mind holding something or if you don't mind having something around the hip area. I'm the type that needs water all the time, so my handheld is great for me. What else...hmm. Slow down. Slow down. Slow down. Don't give up. Use this program as a learning experience (you're so much stronger than you think!)