C25K 9 week program

Keemeri

I have started the C25K 9 week program with

http://www.ullreys.com/robert/Podcasts/page6/page6.html

The downloads are free compared to the Iphone or others.

Email me if you are interested in joining and supporting each other! I would love to finish and feel better about my body.

ARJacobson

I actually did the first week first day last night...I could definitely use the support too.

MaryTheIceCube

I completed C25K a few weeks ago, albeit my running at that time was more like a slow jog. Since then, I've been using the C25K program to maintain my running & improve speed/endurance in preparation for my first 4 mile run next month and my first 5K race in October.

Feel free to friend request me if you wish, and let me know how the program works for you.

Best wishes!

~ Chandra

MassiveDelta

I just did Week 4 Day 1 last night I had totally freaked myself out about it because week 4 The run jumps to 5 min. I totally nailed it. I was so excited! It is a fantastic program and Im having great success with it.

MaryTheIceCube

In fact, after this forum post, I'm thinking of creating a C25K-specific discussion on my Facebook group, Motivation.

http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=268180696780&ref=ts

Let me know if any of you might be interested in joining the group and/or participating in a C25K-specific discussion -- support, encouragement and motivation to continue the program even when the going gets tough!

Thanks all,

~ Chandra

Keemeri

Finished Day 2, Week 1 yesterday. I was sweating like a dog! But I feel so much better when I finally get on the last run. My music isn't the best since the one I have is a free download. I will tough it out for 9 weeks I guess. I also have to get a new pair of tennis shoes. I wear Asics or Sauconys or New Balance.

What does everyone do on their off days?

Hope everyone is doing well. Keep going!!

MassiveDelta

Doing day 2 of week 4 tonight. On my days off I do cycling to rest my lower legs from impact. I also like to mix in some swimming.

Im not really a true couch to 5k person. Ive been working out regularly since Jan and Ive done 2 5k's this year, so my fitness level is a little higher than say straight off the couch so take that into a account when you read the rest

My ultimate goal is a triathlon so my training goes like this.

M,W,F - C25k followed by 20-30 min of cycling 5-8 miles (swimming to replace cycling once)
T,TH - Long cycles 45-60 Min 12-18 miles
Weekend - Swimming maybe some cycling maybe a day off depending on how I feel

I want to transition my cycling to before I do my C25k training so its more of a realistic transition

Keemeri

Finished WEEK 1!
Starting WEEK 2 today. Trying to decide if I want to go ahead and do some weights in between. I also have a road bike and usually ride when it gets cooler outside. In Louisiana riding before 8am or after 7 pm ideal. I feel a difference more inches than weight.

I hope everyone is staying on track....update your progress and good luck!

GW: 135
CW: 153

danogg1028

I just started a different running program...very similar...but like the idea of downloading an app for my ipod that times the intervals for me so have downloaded the C25K app and am ready to go

Keemeri

Today will be a strengthning and stretching day. Tomorrow is the second day of the WEEK 2. I've read that if I want to weigh 135 lbs., I need to multiply the 135 x 10 = 1350 calories a day (not including exercising). Does this sound right? I was trying the 1200 calories a day...but I was worried I was not eating enough.

Let me know what everyone is doing with calories. It so individual.

Thanks!

Keemeri

Last night I did my Gaiam pilates for 30 min. Today is the second day of Week 2. I am hoping the rain will give me about 30 minutes after work to succeed. Crossing my fingers. I am starting to want to run more than every other day...but I will stick with the program so I don't get burnt out.

Hope all is well with you!

danogg1028

Completed W1D1 tonight!!! Love the ipod app for it...tells you when to run and when to walk without having to look at a watch all the time....makes the time go so much quicker when you're not always watching the clock!!!

Keemeri

That's great!

I completed Week 2 Day 2 last night. I am hoping to complete Week 2 tomorrow. I haven't seen any real results yet, except I have noticed a litte toning in my quads again.

I love that he tells me what to do as well. I just wish he had better music or a variation to choose from...other than that...it's awesome!

Keep me updated!

deanna324

Where do I find the info on this program?

forgiven4life

I found a blog last night where a lady made her own podcasts with voiceovers for C25K. It has pretty decent music, stuff from the 60's-today I think she said. I can't for the life of me find her blog right now (I'm at work), but I have it saved at home and I can update later. It's all free to download and they are in MP3 format I think.

Keemeri

http://www.ullreys.com/robert/Podcasts/page6/page6.html

This is the one I am currently using because I have an IPOD. The IPhone app is $1.99 I believe and the music is better. They both have the same goal though! :-)

danogg1028

I have the C25K ipod app...let's you add your own playlist.

Keemeri

Ok...I didn't finish my second week on Friday like planned...but am finishing it this evening (when it's not so hot!). Then onto Week 3! Woohoo.

I put on my jeans and didn't have to do squats to loosen them....such progress!

How is everyone doing?

danogg1028

W1 complete Starting W2 D1 tomorrown night!

Keemeri

Congrats Danogg1028!

Finished Week 2...thought I would die! It was so hot out there. I should have waited another hour or so. So Tues. it will be Week 3 Day 1..woohoo!

Can't wait to complete the 9 week program....

kidakiwi04

:bigsmile: I just did W1D1...well sort of. I did half of the runs. And the other half at a brisk walk. But I'm happy cause I didn't quit, go home and eat a bag of oreos. I kept at it albeit at a slower pace, but I did it. Seeing as how the last time I did any type of running was 10th grade (and that was a 13 min mile) I'm pretty damn proud of myself. Though next work out I think I'll leave my glasses at home.

:bigsmile:

Keemeri

Congats Kidakiwi04!

It's hard, I know. The second week is better. I'll let you know how the third week goes...:-)

Keemeri

Ok...didn't get to do my Week 3 Day 1 yesterday. I hate when you are in traffic for an hour...then grocery store...then family wanting to chat...by the time I had time to myself...it was 8pm. So today is a 'ME' day. I'm tired today but I think it's because I am use to doing something every day or at least every other day.

Tired but looking forward to sweating! :-)

Keemeri

Finished Week 3 Day 1....go me! My calves were a little stiff at first. I need to stretch before and after a run. Next one is on Friday..then Sunday. I didn't exercise for two days and felt horrible.

Good luck everyone!

Also there is another blog for the C25K..it's called

**Who wants to start the C25K with me on August 23????**

I am flip flopping back and forth.

Keemeri

I am doing Week 3 Day 2 today....woohoo! Truckin along. I can't wait til I get to Week 5...lil more than half way through.

Tomorrow I am riding my rode bike in the am and rewarding my efforts with TCBY...then Sunday will be Week 3 Day 3.

Tuesday will start Week 4!

***Staying focused***:bigsmile:

MassiveDelta

I had a 1 week setback. Didnt get to do much exercising while in Colorado Springs. so I started over week 5 on Wed. tonight is my wk 5 day 2. Two 8 min runs tonight. :}

MassiveDelta

I just completed wk 5 Day 3 20 min run. NO WALKING!! Im so excited. I cant believe I did it.

Keemeri

Congrats Mcope! Wow...8 min runs...I can't even imagine!

I just finished Week 3. Week 4 starts tomorrow..grrr. If I don't feel like I'm running smooth enough, I may repeat Week 3.

I had a day off today, so it was nice to run/walk during the morning hours.

I need to stay motivated and focus! How many days does the Iphone app have you run...everyday or every other day? The program I am on is every other day.

How many calories is everyone sticking to while exercising? It seems most are above the 1200 mark.

Good luck everyone! Will let you know how Week 4 Day 1 goes.

MassiveDelta

When Im on my regualr schedule I run MWF I still exercise the other days but no running. Usually I cycle, swim or lift weights. I got off track and am currently in a transition week. so I can get back on MWF. This week Ill run Week 6 on T, TH, S and Rest on Sunday then go to week 7 on Monday.

MassiveDelta

I gotta say anyone that is thinking about the runs that are coming, DON'T!

I was and it was freaking me out thinking about upcoming runs that were longer or just long ones. Im in the middle of Week 7 right now. No more short interrupted runs with walks in between just long ones. This week its 25 min and I was really freaking out about it. If you have done the runs leading up to this you should be ok. They are hard but I am able to do it. The key once you hit this level is to pace yourself. It sounds easy to say it and I had lots of people tell me to pace myself but its different when your running it.

I cant believe I'm 2 weeks from the end. So close!


Don't stop keep going!!!

MassiveDelta

Im in Week 8. Today is supposed to be my Week 8 Day 2 run. I have a Race on Sat so Im thinking about just taking it easy on my run tonight.