Got this from the active.com website and it's a great article for those wanting to get into running!

As a beginning runner, your top training priority is to establish a solid foundation for your future development as a runner. How is this done? The Newbie Runner section has all the answers--how to get started, how to train, and how to challenge yourself to get off the couch and run that 5k!

http://www.active.com/running/Articles/Running-101-Take-the-First-Step-Today.htm
 

Just want to send a shoutout to Maria & Damy for sending me sweet messages of inspiration my way :)