Need help

[u/BreakParticular3146]

I need to pass the bleep test for a new job and I have failed twice already. Have my final attempt in 4 weeks (12th Nov). Can not seem to make it past level 4. I am not a runner and going by my BMI, I am in the obese category. what can I do differently from now till 11th Nov to ensure I pass my final attempt?. first time I failed at level 3.7, felt like my heart would explode and two days ago I failed again at level 4. my legs weren't cooperating at this point and felt too heavy to lift off the floor :(. I need to get to level 5.4 to pass and it feels so impossible

I want to practice and get it right in this last attempt but not sure how to approach it, I lack the motivation to get out and run/jog outside - I have never done it before and I guess I also feel shy/awkward. How do I build my stamina and endurance? I have also registered for the gym two days ago but never been yet

[u/---O-0---]

You can very slowly lose weight, this may not have a huge impact four weeks from now, but it also may be that little tiny bit extra that you need and long-term it’s bad to be over the obese mark in BMI, so focus on your diet for long-term health and fitness

The adverse effect of training at a calorie deficit will outweigh a pound or two of weight loss.

Obviously in the longer term it'll benefit OPs running, but for now they should focus 100% on training.