C25k challenge

jesserunsfree

I started the C25k challenge and am absolutely loving the fact that I can run. I can become a runner. After just a week I'm already looking at going on after hitting a 5k. Anyone else done the couch to 5k challenge? How did it go for you? Did you go farther??

VixB1842

I've just started it and loving it too I never thought I would be able to do anything like this! I'm now thinking of taking it further after I've done it and do a 5/10k race or a fun run or something which I would have never ever done before I started this. Love it!!

k_winder

Me too! Just finished week 1 today and I'm impressed by how well I am doing, considering I haven't run since high school gym class....

Flab2fitfi

Doing zombie version and on week 5. Got my first proper 5k next weekend as a colour run. I also do a parkrun every Saturday although mainly walking it still.

kwenners

I'm starting the C25k tomorrow and can't wait to run again!! We can do this.

ldnmaggie

i started today!

pandabear7486

ive done c25k on and off for a few years now. trying to get back on it. jumped right into week 4 and doing ok.

get10fit2013

Y'all are great! Keep up the good work. I'm actually getting motivated to start myself by reading your posts, but I'm not sure these old knees can take it. They give me a fit already.....but then the glass half-full side of me says, if you grin and bear it, and you lose weight, the knees might not hurt as bad. Thoughts??

MrsBrosco

I think i'm going to start this! I need to start somewhere and if you all are having such a good time with it I might as well give it a shot!

Looking for some supportive friends if any of you would like to add me

todayis4me

Week 5 day 3 tomorrow.......my first twenty min stretch! Can't wait:) anyone can feel free to add me

1princesswarrior

I'm in the middle of week 2. It is challenging for me because I'm running with my youngest dog and she is always herding me but I always find I want more at the end of the workout! I signed up for my first 5K in September and I am already planning on doing the 5Kto10K next. I want to incorporate running into my weekly routine.

imafitmom

Hi there! I finished c25k about three weeks ago. It was wonderful - I went from being a person who could not run 50ft without being winded to someone who runs 4 miles 3 days a week. I am still cannot believe I am running but I am!!! Doing my first 10K in October. You will be amazed with yourself!

Sailfindragon

Started yesterday. Going to do Day 2 shortly.

sealevels

I'm a two-time graduate of the program, and I will tell you that it works. It helped me blast off 50+ lbs. each (of course not just doing that - but it helped kickstart everything for me).

Week 5 Day 3 is the most glorious run.

godsgirl68

I started the C25K last November. I am 45 years old, not in any way athletic and I had never run in my life...even in school when they made us run in gym class I would walk most of it. I didn't have very high hopes for myself going into this, and I was pretty pathetic when I started out...gasping for breath after 90 seconds of running! But here I am 7 months later running two miles almost every day and 3+ when I can spare the time. I know it's been said before, but if I can do it, anyone can!
Good Luck!

1princesswarrior

Y'all are great! Keep up the good work. I'm actually getting motivated to start myself by reading your posts, but I'm not sure these old knees can take it. They give me a fit already.....but then the glass half-full side of me says, if you grin and bear it, and you lose weight, the knees might not hurt as bad. Thoughts??

Don't run on concrete! Run on a track or asphalt, it makes a huge difference - valuable information given to my by aunt who has run for years. Now verified by myself, I've had two knee surgeries due to injuries, one a partial replacement and running without my brace.

leilaphoenix

I did c25 in 2011. In 2012 I ran 10k races and in 2013 I am now training for a Half Marathon.

GCPgirl

I am about halfway through it and loving it!!! I tried years ago on my own and couldn't run too far. I am amazed at how well I am doing now!
I signed up for a Color Run in September in Brooklyn as motivation and getting new running sneakers as my "Graduation" present.

I plan on moving on to a half marathon eventually but will give myself a year or two for that.

I use RunDouble as an app on my phone and you can go the their website to see your progress.

Good Luck & enjoy it!

godsgirl68

To the woman who is thinking about starting but has bad knees, my right ankle and knee bother me but I've still been able to run. They seem to loosen up after a while and as long as I have very good sneakers and run on level ground I'm okay. Give it a try! Splurge on some good sneakers, though, that is very important!

Puddy86

I started the c25k last september after I was hospitalised. The consultant told me that I had to lose weight and exercise or I'd basically had it. The first time I did it, I managed about 12 mins of walking before I had to stop, but I persevered. I finally completed the couch to 5K, then started to repeat it, so do it twice, then three times etc. Now I run at least 90 mins most days and I am going to attempt my first marathon on 11th August. I dont know if I'll finish it, but I'm going to give it a try. I've lost 45 lbs with the running too. It definately makes a difference and it keeps the muscle on, so its fat that you are loosing. My consultant couldnt believe the change in me in my check up!!! I still have a long way to go, but laura and the couch to 5k have really helped.

mickey111881

I am on week 6 and it feels great. It does get hard around this time. I find running for 10 minutes or the last day of the week where it is 20 minutes straight very hard but I keep telling myself as I am running, "Look how far you have come, Don't stop, just keep going"

smaihlee

How exciting! I started C25K a few months ago and have been doing it as I am able and the weather cooperates. I'm another one of those who walked in elementary school gym class and thought I was going to pass out during Week 1 of the program.

I'm currently in Week 5; kind of stuck because the humidity is messing with my brain. Getting stronger every day, though, and I know I'm gonna do this.

Let me suggest if you haven't already, join the C25K group on here for lots of motivation as well as great advice and information. Anyone feel free to add me if you want!

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/30-couch-to-5k-running-program-c25k

LaviMc

Just started this week! Wanna be buddies and motivate each other??? I'm gonna send a FR just in case! :flowerforyou:

billsica

I did C25k about 3 years ago. I could barely make week 1 day 1. This year I ran 4 10ks (in January), my first 1/2 marathon, spartan sprint, my first mini Triathlon, I have 2 5ks coming up then tough mudder.

Just watch out, this stuff is addictive.

nmmom2

I just finished week 8. I am loving it!

Ce87girl

I am so afraid to start this program! I have arthritis and I am just so embarassed to run outside - I live right off a busy street and there isn't a surface long or flat enough. I'll have to get myself to a gym :frown:

grdaze

I've been stuck at w8d2 for about a week or so ... not sure if it's the humidity or just burnout/fatigue.

BUT. I can say I am a runner. I ran a 5K! I came in 3rd in my age group! so if I have a few weeks of "bad" runs ... I'm still running, I'm still doing it, go go go!

tkopps

I did the C25K during the late summer of 2011 and it paid off. I was able to lose 17 kilos and keep it off. At the beginning of June I participated in the Ultrabalaton (relay race with 10 people for 212 km!!!). I did 2 legs (one for 11,5 and another for 7.0). I currently run about 6 km 2-3 times per week. In two weeks, my husband and I are planning to participate in a 8K at night! Should be fun.

C25K is a great way to start getting into shape. For everyone who is just starting or in the middle, keep it up!!!

SueSlick

I am stuck at the 8 minute mark...
It just seems pointless to me to run continually for more than that at any 1 time. Yeah, I'm NOT one of those people who loves running

Philllbis

i've completed it and now am on my second round of 5k to 10k.

WhiteGirlWasted13

Just finished Week 2 with the Zombies Run! app. My right knee is giving me fits and I've all the sudden developed shin splints this week. No matter. I got some good shoes, a knee brace, and I'm icing my legs after each run. I'm hoping this takes care of it. I signed up for the Color Run in September, too. It'll be my first.

The thing I hate most (besides the knee thing and the shin thing) is how I feel all my extra pounds bouncing around in my hips, butt, and thighs. My husband ran with me the other day and I asked him straight out if he could see all my junk bouncing around from the back. He haltingly admitted that yes, he could. But, he was so proud of me for even being out there and doing it, what did it matter? It's only temporary until the weight starts coming off again.

I've been able to lose about 60 pounds since February through diet alone, but I felt like it was time to start tightening up with some exercise. But, now I've noticed my scale seems frozen. I've been taking measurements this whole time, so in another week or so, I'll measure again, just to reassure myself that my body's changing. It's just hard right now with the pain and the weight loss stall.

Anybody can add me, just please include a brief msg in your request. Thanks!