Trying to lose 5 pounds/become lean, running tips...?

Question

I am 5'3 and started my fitness plan at 125 pounds trying to get to 115. I am currently around 120. I have been watching my portions, drinking slimquick with hoodia for appetite control, not eating after 7pm, cut back on alcohol, no soda, protein shakes, etc. I have been running 30 minutes a day now for 14 days straight. I have asthma so it has taken me time to be able to run the entire 30 straight. I finally was able to comfortably run the 30 minutes at 4.5 speed on the treadmill and have recently increased it to 5.0 for the last ten minutes. To reach my fitness goals and desired weight, can you give me tips and running goals for a 28 year old women to continue improving my running abilities and work toward a lean runners physique? Thanks!

Answer 1

You're actually at a wonderful weight for your height!!! And sounds like your diet is pretty good!! YOU'RE HEALTHY!!! you don't need to lose anything!!!  

Answer 2

This is me for once agreeing with the person above- YOUR FINE DONT WORRY! Just do a little exercise on something like 1500m every now and then to make sure your ok. Your doing great anyway!  

Answer 3

join wrestling team u will loose that weight easily in like 2-3 weeks.

Answer 4

You're definitely on the right path with your diet plan. For a more lean physique, you should start trying some muscle workouts. For your legs you could try running uphill, running up stairs, squats or anything else. Abdominal workouts are recommended also. Just try incorporating some sit-ups and crunches into your workout. Picking up your speed will definitely help too. As days go by try starting out at 4.8 and picking up to a 5.3 speed for the last 10 minutes, and keep increasing as time goes on. Increasing distance as time goes on is also a way to go. You should also take one day off a week so that you're not overworking, which could lead to injury. On your day off just do an easy 10-20 min. jog at about a 4 speed. You're doing great already, so keep it up, and good luck.