If you are thinking about taking up running for exercise; or, think it sounds appealing to consider running in a local event, like a 5K race, but are lacking in experience, here's a website for you.... http://running.about.com/od/racetraining/a/first5K.htm Among other things, it will tell you how to begin a training program involving running (which begins with walking, and building up from there!).
Just this week I'm celebrating 20 years of regular running! I suppose I should celebrate with a nice long run.