The little engine that might?

So, a couple weeks ago, I started the couch to 5k program.  Basically what it is, is training your body to go from not running at all, to being able to run a 5k in 9 weeks.  How hard can that be right?  I mean, it's ONLY 3.1 miles....I can do that! Or...can I? 

As long as I can remember, I've wanted to be a runner.  Fact of the matter is, I was the "cherry-picker" in basketball, and my extent of running in softball, was from home plate to hopefully 2nd base.  I've always gotten winded just going up steps, so what makes me think that I can run 3.1 miles?  I have no idea.  I have to admit, that I've looked around and thought, "if they can do it, why can't I?"  Mean, I know, but only Planet Fitness is the "judgement-free zone" and let's face it...they judge there too. 

I need a goal in life, a deadline if you will.  I need something to strive for and feel like I accomplished something. I was getting lazy in my working out, and thought "hey, why not try and run?"  Lord, I think I've  lost my mind....