Too much?

kriskris92

I currently go to the gym 2x/week where I work with a trainer (focusing primarily on lifting) and do one workout (cardio/bodyweight exercises) on my own at home another day. I also go to 2 pilates type classes a week. I would really love to try the C25K program because as much as I generally despise cardio, I have always wanted to be able to run. If I were to do all three each week, my schedule would look something like this:

Monday - gym
Tuesday - C25K
Wednesday - gym
Thursday - C25K
Friday - pilates
Saturday - C25K/home workout
Sunday - pilates

Does this seem like a reasonable schedule? I don't want to overwork myself but I also need to get out of this rut and break my plateau so I feel like adding more cardio in might help and now that the weather is getting nicer, I would be able to start running outside, making it easier than having to go to the gym 3 more times each week. Thoughts?

Cherimoose

Everyone's abilities are different. Some can do that, some can't. Only way to find out is to try it. Just watch for symptoms of overtraining (low energy, reduced performance, injuries).

MeanderingMammal

Monday - gym
Tuesday - C25K
Wednesday - gym
Thursday - C25K
Friday - pilates
Saturday - C25K/home workout
Sunday - pilates

Your pilates is probably closest to active recovery, but you could probably afford to sack the home workout in there if you're finding it a bit much.

As far as C25K is concerned, it's a progressive programme so if you're doing less than 3*pw you'll not make the capacity development as easily. That said it needn't take nine weeks.

DavPul

Even He rested one day per week

kriskris92

Thanks for the replies! I guess I'll just give it a shot for a couple weeks, see how I'm feeling and re-evaluate if needed.