C25K
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Congratulations, all you runners! Especially you, Lau_uk, Laughter_Girl, and stephnerR! You bunch of crazy runners!
Finished W3D1 this evening. It was nice!0 -
C25K W3D2... felt real nice! Felt blessed to be able to be out there doing it all wrong... but it's alright!0
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C25K W3D2... felt real nice! Felt blessed to be able to be out there doing it all wrong... but it's alright!
That's funny! Thanks for making me smile.
I completed W6D2 - it wasn't too bad. I looked ahead and found out there will be no more walking breaks - ouch.0 -
Hi all,
Just finished W4D2 with Luna sandals. I tried c25k last summer and tried to do too much too fast. I was just getting back into running from not running for a few years, getting used to running with the Luna sandals and my biggest mistake: running to music. Man, a good song would come on and I would get pumped up and take off and injure myself.
This time, I started slowly, made sure to listen to my body and vigorously stretch after my runs and during my off days. Now, I have no pain in my feet, ankles, shins or calves. Just muscle soreness from a butt whoopin' of a run!
Altra makes a shoe called Provision 1.5 that is geared towards people with flat, flat feet like me. Here is a bit of info for those like me who are looking for comfy foot wear options. When I read the description, I thought, "Oh man, these were made specifically for me!"
Benefits
Experience Altra's all-new Provision™ 1.5 – designed to promote low impact running form while preventing discomfort associated with stability issues and weak foot musculature. The removable stability wedge assists with fallen arches and excessive overpronation. Simply remove the stability wedge to convert this shoe from a moderate stability shoe to a neutral to mild stability shoe. The Zero Drop™ platform provides a high level of natural stability. Plus, with its unique foot-shapedtoe box, toes are allowed to splay naturally to assist in a more powerful push-off and greater comfort on the long run – something other running shoes don't offer.
Technical Stuff
Ideal Uses: Running, Trail Running, Fitness / Cross Training
Designed to Reduce: Shin Splints, Knee Pain, Forefoot Pain, Bunions, Overpronation
Platform: Zero Drop™ Platform, Foot-Shaped Design, NRS – Natural Ride System™
Weight: 10.5 oz
Stack Height: 27mm Medial / 23mm Lateral. 22mm without wedge
Midsole: Two-Layer EVA / AltraBound™
Outsole: Blown Rubber FootPod™
Insole: (2) Molded Support, Stability Wedge0 -
I completed W4D2 yesterday, and I feel great! I am so very proud of myself.0
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Way to go @Laughter_Girl! Good job. I'm right behind you.
Just did Week 4, Day 1. Felt good... Two 5 min jogs... I'll take it! I'm proud of myself for getting it done.0 -
I completed week 3 day 1 today (took some days off)
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Just completed week 3 day 3; always feel accomplished when I can say I finished the entire week.
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Week 3 day 2 today - yay!!0
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Congratulations, blondie_0x and G_RRR! Way to go.
Finished W4D2 just now. Somehow wound up on an uphill portion around my neighborhood for the second 5 min jog. It taxed me more than I anticipated running uphill! But, I finished.
Everyone have a great weekend!0 -
Just finished W2D3! I am getting a little nervous when I look at the weeks ahead, but I am determined to continue with this program:)0
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Just finished W2D3! I am getting a little nervous when I look at the weeks ahead, but I am determined to continue with this program:)
Way to go jlm0710, you can do it!0 -
Strange thing happened to me today... did Couch To 5K W4D3... then, felt real energized, and at my usual mark to turn back toward home, I just kept going. Went ahead and did C25K W5D1. I guess, in the words of one of my most favorite characters, Forest, Forest Gump, "I just felt like running!" Felt good!0
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I have not been able to run for over two weeks now due to the bursitis in my knee. But it is much better now and I have decided to start walking again every day for a couple of weeks before I start up on the C25K again. So I will be significantly behind, but I am ready for the reboot.0
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Started W4D1 today.
I think I need to start stretching before I run from now on. Any suggestions on what stretches you do before C25K?0 -
Week3 day3 complete!! well done everyone!
blondie, actually I prefer stretching after running, like some yoga (there are some youtube short routines)
Before running I just start walking slowly for a few minutes then I start the c25k warmup walk0 -
I completed W5D1. Congrats to everyone so committed to becoming runners.
I do not stretch before starting C25K because I was always told you should stretch after your muscles have been warmed up. I generally just walk about 4 minutes or so prior to starting the app.
Wishing everyone continued success.0 -
Thanks for the suggestions!0
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It's encouraging to see everyone out there committed to the program!
I have a question for everyone here and I would love to hear your thoughts. I just completed W5D3 (run 20 min/ 2 mi). It took me just over 20 min, as in just under 21 min to finish the two miles. In the interest of program integrity, do you believe that counts as completed, or should've I completed the 2 mi in the 20 min time frame?0 -
@manduclese If you were out there moving (note that I did not say jogging/running) for 20 minutes, COUNT IT!
Away with "program integrity". What does that mean anyway, other than some self-defined perception? You define your own program. You define your own victories.
I'd say you did good! Definitely count it!0 -
Completed W5D1 of C25K. Felt good! Looking forward to day 3 this week. I'll feel happy if I can do that 20 min...0
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Completed Week 4 day 1! I ran those 5 min very slow but I could finish!
Congratulations TerryEden and everybody!0 -
Good job, G_RRR!!
Completed W5D2 this morning. two 8 min jogs... not too bad.
Saturday is the big day for me... 20 min jog with no walks. I'm going to a middle school to run on their flat track with a softer surface.
I've commented on this here before, but it sure seems like a big jump, from 8 to 20! Where's the 10, or the 12... 15 maybe??0 -
I agree with TerryEden. The jump from 8 minutes to 20 is huge. I will proudly say, however, I did it! Today I completed W5D3, and boy was I thrilled with myself. Unfortunately, due to the wind, I didn't hear the prompt to begin my cooldown. I actually ended up jogging 24 minutes. :laugh:
Wishing you all well. TerryEden, you'll run those 20 minutes with ease!0 -
I agree with TerryEden. The jump from 8 minutes to 20 is huge. I will proudly say, however, I did it! Today I completed W5D3, and boy was I thrilled with myself. Unfortunately, due to the wind, I didn't hear the prompt to begin my cooldown. I actually ended up jogging 24 minutes. :laugh:
WAY!!!! TO!!!! GOOOOO!!!! Laughter_Girl! Great job and you did some extra to boot! Thanks for the encouragement, too.0 -
finished week 4 day 2!! have a great weekend!!0
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Finished W4D3 yesterday. I think it was my best day out of the week so far.
Congrats on your accomplishments everybody! Have a great weekend.0 -
Congrats blondie_0x and G_RRR!! Way to keep going!
I just finished Week 5, Day 3, 20 minute jog done! Happy!
There were a few times where I had to slow my pace down quite a bit because my HR was climbing, but all in all, I finished!0 -
I'm not new to running, I have competed multiple 5k's and 5 half marathons. I went through a time where I just didn't love it anymore and stopped running for months. I'm using this app to get myself motivated again and hopefully find my love for the sport again. Today will be w1d30
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started W5D1 today. a bit apprehensive about the 20 minute run at the end of the week, but I'm ready for the challenge.0
