August C25K challenge
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EXCUSES...EXCUSES
I was due to run on Sat (W4D3). I was looking forward to it. Then i LET life get in the way. This is me taking responsibility for not running. As for Sunday, there were NO excuses. NONE. I just didn't do it.
It's Monday, lots of obligations to others today. But I AM GOING TO RUN today. I am making myself this promise. For my benefit. I am worthy of a reward.... my reward is C25K. Time to myself, time to compete against my self and my blerch.
Love it! Just remember that running is versatile and can be many things. Don't be afraid to change it up a little bit to get it all in.0 -
Phew!! Completed W5D3! It really is a mind over matter! On to week 6! Have to travel out of town for a family wedding, but have already reached out for places to complete my run while I am there. The wedding is in beautiful West Virginia...so there are plenty of places to get it done!0
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I'm about to start, hopefully tonight!
I tried doing C25K about 18 months ago. Got through the second week and then I tripped down my stairs, sprained my ankle and didn't pick C25K up again.
Now I actually have a reason to start - I'm signing up for a 10km obstacle course. So I need to work on my running as well as strength.
Looking at the intervals, I think I could manage starting on week 2. but should I just start at the beginning and see how I go? ho hum.0 -
Start at the beginning. It'll be more fun and finishing a week early isn't going to make you that much more advanced.0
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I guess you're right - I have about 3 months until the course, which should be more than enough time to complete C25K & (hopefully) continue beyond it.0
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Completed w4d1 tonight! I was pretty excited that I finished both 5 minute runs without stopping. (And without any ankle pain!) As usual, the last half was faster than the first. Somehow I always get a second wind when I pass that stroller over to my husband.
Looking forward to Wednesday's run already.... 0 -
Completed W6D1 last night...now I had read several post that people had difficulty with week 6 after they cmpleted W5D3...and I have to say, I struggled. Even my husband commented that he had not seen me struggle like that since week 3. Is it just the first interval day after the long run or will it continue to be hard from here on out???0
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Nice work everyone!
I just did W4D2 and thought I had kept the same pace as during D1, but instead I reached the finishing point of the last running interval with one more minute to go - and ran up a hill as a result. Was totally beat afterwards.0 -
W4D3 DONE!
Ha! despite kids, obligations, and rain ( I waited out the rain).....Take that you ugly blerch!
I even ran an extra 2.5 min into the cooldown just to set myself up for "I AM ready for week 5"!0 -
Completed W6D1 last night...now I had read several post that people had difficulty with week 6 after they cmpleted W5D3...and I have to say, I struggled. Even my husband commented that he had not seen me struggle like that since week 3. Is it just the first interval day after the long run or will it continue to be hard from here on out???
It's that one interval. Then you're in to straight runs and sooo grateful for it. Week 7 can have a bit of a bump, but 8 and 9 are usually terrific.0 -
W4D3 DONE!
Ha! despite kids, obligations, and rain ( I waited out the rain).....Take that you ugly blerch!
I even ran an extra 2.5 min into the cooldown just to set myself up for "I AM ready for week 5"!
Great job! No excuses!!!0 -
I am doing W1D3 tonight, after finally making it to this point. I have tried C25K but always gave up and have never made it past W1D1. This time I did it on a track, and started slow. 30 sec runs, then increasing to 45 second runs, now doing 1 min runs
Next week I am moving onto 90 second runs... eek! If I can't do it I will drop back and do 75 second runs instead. But at least I am making progress and I refuse to give up!
My starting weight was 240
current weight is 2140 -
I am doing W1D3 tonight, after finally making it to this point. I have tried C25K but always gave up and have never made it past W1D1. This time I did it on a track, and started slow. 30 sec runs, then increasing to 45 second runs, now doing 1 min runs
Next week I am moving onto 90 second runs... eek! If I can't do it I will drop back and do 75 second runs instead. But at least I am making progress and I refuse to give up!
My starting weight was 240
current weight is 214
I was at least 215 when I started. How fast are you running?0 -
I am doing W1D3 tonight, after finally making it to this point. I have tried C25K but always gave up and have never made it past W1D1. This time I did it on a track, and started slow. 30 sec runs, then increasing to 45 second runs, now doing 1 min runs
Next week I am moving onto 90 second runs... eek! If I can't do it I will drop back and do 75 second runs instead. But at least I am making progress and I refuse to give up!
My starting weight was 240
current weight is 214
Good job working through the week. Don't think too much about the increases! It is totally doable if you run slow enough! Most of us run too fast in the beginning and when we learn we can jog at a snail pace, it totally becomes doable! Running doesn't have to be fast. You just have to complete the motions. Speed will come later! ;-)0 -
Agreed!
I think the only way I finsihed W5D3 was by taking the advice of the many wise posters here that say SLOW DOWN! You will feel a lot better if you finish, no matter how slow you are going, then to have to quit because you are going too fast. I think we all think we can't go slower but until we are actually standing still, we can still go slower :-)0 -
Completed W5D2 this morning. I didn't feel great & I'm nervous for D3 but hoping for great things. My Dad was visiting so I hadn't been eating great and I still have Shingles (although it's better than last week). I'm very proud of myself for running, no excuses! (not even shingles!) Wish me luck for Thursday's 20 min run!!!!:ohwell:0
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Completed W5D2 this morning. I didn't feel great & I'm nervous for D3 but hoping for great things. My Dad was visiting so I hadn't been eating great and I still have Shingles (although it's better than last week). I'm very proud of myself for running, no excuses! (not even shingles!) Wish me luck for Thursday's 20 min run!!!!:ohwell:
you will kick its butt!0 -
Week 4 Day 3 is complete, now its time to move on to week 5. I'm scared and excited.0
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Hey everyone!
I made it through Week 5 Day 3 on Sunday - that dreaded 20 minute run wasn't as bad as I expected!
I start week 6 tonight, I'm actually really surprised at how quickly the weeks seem to fly past, I mean week 6 already??!!
Just a quick question, sometimes when run I feel my shins start to ache. I wouldn't say it's painful, just achey. Anyway the last couple of days, every now and then it feels like the front of my shin goes sort of numb, like a cold feeling inside. It doesn't hurt at all, but it feels weird. Has anyone else experienced anything like this?
I'm not sure if maybe it's my body getting used to the exercise or if I should look at changing my running shoes.0 -
Hey everyone!
I made it through Week 5 Day 3 on Sunday - that dreaded 20 minute run wasn't as bad as I expected!
I start week 6 tonight, I'm actually really surprised at how quickly the weeks seem to fly past, I mean week 6 already??!!
Just a quick question, sometimes when run I feel my shins start to ache. I wouldn't say it's painful, just achey. Anyway the last couple of days, every now and then it feels like the front of my shin goes sort of numb, like a cold feeling inside. It doesn't hurt at all, but it feels weird. Has anyone else experienced anything like this?
I'm not sure if maybe it's my body getting used to the exercise or if I should look at changing my running shoes.
CONGRATS!!!!! Nice to hear it wasn't as bad as you thought! My day 3 is tomorrow so I was really happy to see your post. Sorry I can't answer your question!0 -
Hey everyone!
I made it through Week 5 Day 3 on Sunday - that dreaded 20 minute run wasn't as bad as I expected!
I start week 6 tonight, I'm actually really surprised at how quickly the weeks seem to fly past, I mean week 6 already??!!
Just a quick question, sometimes when run I feel my shins start to ache. I wouldn't say it's painful, just achey. Anyway the last couple of days, every now and then it feels like the front of my shin goes sort of numb, like a cold feeling inside. It doesn't hurt at all, but it feels weird. Has anyone else experienced anything like this?
I'm not sure if maybe it's my body getting used to the exercise or if I should look at changing my running shoes.
Way to go with doing the 20min run - you're sure to finish now!
The shin splint pain is something I had in the early weeks but since I got my new springy trail running shoes, I haven't even had a twinge so if your shoes have lost their bounce it could be that? I'm sure someone more experienced will be able to cast a bit more light on it but that's what worked for me 0 -
I did W1D1 yesterday
It was SO much harder than I expected. I think because I didn't really eat much all day before I started (bit of fruit and yoghurt) so I was running on body fat fuel instead of food-energy.
I'll make sure to be better prepared tomorrow for D2.0 -
I did W1D1 yesterday
It was SO much harder than I expected. I think because I didn't really eat much all day before I started (bit of fruit and yoghurt) so I was running on body fat fuel instead of food-energy.
I'll make sure to be better prepared tomorrow for D2.
at least you got it in and now you know what to do tomorrow! great job! don't forget to drink a fair amount of water throughout the day too to keep hydrated.
just slammed w5d2 adrenaline high, I'm so happy I am starting to actually enjoy running (a bit) 0 -
I have just started today. W1D1 - so much fun! it was so easy for me, and i thought i would get at least a small stitch, but nothing. I can't say i'm in shape, and in no condition to run more than the time it gives us to start with, but i am looking forward to the oncoming weeks.
I started as soon as I woke up this morning, I grabbed a fruit shake, and left for the park. It was so cool and beautiful out there.
My only wish is that i had a place to store my keys and my phone during the run.. Holding the phone was a little of a problem, and i had to lock my keys in my car and use the spare to get them out at the end.. but these are minor problems, nothing will stop me from completing this!
My start weight is 134-135 lbs
I am also trying to do weight training, working on my upper body. (my arms are really feeling the burn today..)
this running is going to be my only cardio at the moment, i don't have time for much else. this should tone the legs, i assume..
and everything else will fall into place.
can you all tell me how you log this into the counter?0 -
I have just started today.
can you all tell me how you log this into the counter?
I use Endomondo (endomondo.com, also an app on droid/apple) and linked it to my account so that it automatically imports my exercise but if you don't do that, you can average your speed and put that with your time in under "Exercise"
Also, if you're looking to tone your legs, you should add squats in with your weight training. And I would look for some kind of shorts or leggings that have pockets or that awesome pocket they hide in the back waistband - amazing for keys! They also have some tops that have zipped pockets on them to hold your goods. Good luck 0 -
W5D3 !!!!!!!!!!! COMPLETED!!!!!! NO WALKING!!!!!!! YEAH ME! :drinker: Can you tell I'm pleased? I was more than a little worried, it's been since my early 20's since I've ran that long. I definitely freaked myself out for the past few days but I kept telling myself that quitting wasn't an option..maybe if I puked then I'd walk. Well I never got close to puking and I did just fine. Super slow but I did it!
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Hello all!
Never thought to look on here for C25K...
I also completed WK5 R3 today and completed 20 mins of running without walking. To be honest, I'm a little down about it... I stupidly set 'map my run' for the first time to work out my distance and I only ran 1.18 miles... I expected much more than that... Worried this is going to put me off emotionally... Feeling incredibly slow, overweight (currently dieting) and a bit deflated after being so happy with myself for doing this.
Any advice would be much appreciated!
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Hello all!
Never thought to look on here for C25K...
I also completed WK5 R3 today and completed 20 mins of running without walking. To be honest, I'm a little down about it... I stupidly set 'map my run' for the first time to work out my distance and I only ran 1.18 miles... I expected much more than that... Worried this is going to put me off emotionally... Feeling incredibly slow, overweight (currently dieting) and a bit deflated after being so happy with myself for doing this.
Any advice would be much appreciated!
Lois
Don't be discouraged! Could you have ran for 20 minutes straight when you started? Have you gotten stronger? Are you losing weight? It's not about how fast you finish, it's about finishing!!!! Very few things are accomplished over night and I think your doing great! I did W5D3 today I haven't driven my route yet to see how far I went but I traveled the exact same distance I do when I walk it....so I basically run & walk at the same pace but that's ok. I may be slower than a stampede of turtles running through peanut butter but 5 weeks ago I wouldn't have even tried running 20 minutes with turtles 0 -
I just read through the pages of updates that I missed. You guys are amazing - congrats on all of your progress!
The Blerg caught up to our family last night... it even got to Little Man! As we were driving towards the pool (hubby & I had already bailed on the planned run then swim idea) he started going "no... no.... NO! NO! NOOOOOO! [I informed him we weren't going for a run] n-... OH! [silence]" :laugh: His reaction was priceless & pretty much summed up how we all felt last night.
So now, we have all had a two day break. Time to get back to it - w4d2 tonight! As another poster said, NO EXCUSES!0 -
I'm in! I completed w2d3 last night. For those who didn't read it on the other thread, I'm doing this as a family thing. Hubby and I are going through the program together, pushing our son (who will be 3 next month) in the stroller. We started with a week zero - brisk walks on a local trail. It gave us a chance to get to know the trail a bit & get a feel for pushing Little Man in his stroller on the trail. Took us 2 days to decide that we needed a stroller upgrade. lol Thank you Kijiji! :happy:
As for the stats: I'm 33, 5'2 & currently 211-ish. There is a color run/walk happening in my city at the end of September and we will be in it! That is my motivation and reward for sticking with the program. Yes, we may have to walk some, but it will be so much fun!
I would love to add anyone who wants to compare notes and encouragement. Feel free to add me.
How does it go with your stroller? I have 2 boys, almost 4 (but 19% for weight so he really is probably more like most 2 1/2 to 3 year olds) and a 20 month old. We have a double jogging stroller. My husband pushes it on the days he goes with me. But I have never pushed it running. I either run on days when I have someone to watch the boys or have my husband to push the boys. I'm scared that I won't be able to run at all while pushing them but I guess maybe I should just give it a try.
I'm sorry I missed your question about the stroller, Addiec1. My son is also small for his age, (I think he is just a little over 30 lbs) and our stroller weighs 30 as well. My biggest complaint is that I don't get to move my arms enough. Our trail has a lot of people & pets, twists & turns, and little hills to navigate. A lot of people push one handed but, unless I'm on a straight stretch, I just don't feel comfortable doing it. That said, running with a stroller is really not as hard as you would think.. I find it pretty easy to push and turn so it doesn't really feel like I'm pushing around an extra 60 lbs. Of course, you feel it more on the hills, even the little ones, but it is manageable. I'm 210 lbs and push the stroller for half of every run & Hubby takes the second half.
You mentioned that your husband pushes them if you run together, maybe you could take turns until you get used to it. That way you could build up to it before trying to take them out solo. If nothing else, it definitely encourages a girl to run slower & build up that endurance! lol0
