I started running in January (as a result of a New Years resolution) and I am still running. I still consider myself a beginner but I can run a 10k now easily whereas 6 months ago I could barely run for 2 consecutive minutes.
I used the 10K Runner app which is a 14 week program which takes you from very novice level (1 minute interval running) to a 60 minute run. It is 3 runs a week varying from about 30 to 75 minute runs.
http://heavydutyapps.com/10k-runner/