When I started a couch to 5K program in 2016 it was simply to get active and shed some unwanted pounds.  Little did I realize I would start running again and all the benefits that running could provide in ways other than improving my health.  My first few outings were alternating between walking and running, I could not sustain a run pace very long and often could not run for more than 30 seconds at a pace close to a 15 minute mile. I joined a virtual challenge to complete 100 intentional miles in 3 months, this group had its own Facebook page and was women only.  I was in…