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  • madibabyxo
    madibabyxo Posts: 20
    Did W3D1 today! I didnt think I was going to be able to run the 3 minutes but I did! Yay! Keep on pushing guys! :drinker:
  • KatheryneH13
    KatheryneH13 Posts: 71 Member
    Today is W3D1 for me and I'm very nervous about the 3 min run. I could hardly do 90 seconds last week. I'm not sure if this is going to end well.

    let us know how it goes girl, Im sure you will do fine. I was worried too!

    W3D1 done! warmup/cooldown 2.6, jogs 4.5, walks 3.0..I added 2 mins to it to make it a full 30 mins, total travel was 1.7 miles.
    the 90 secs was intimadating, but I just concentrated on my breathing and let me legs do their thang! it worked.

    W3D1. It wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. I stole your idea and added 2 minutes and made it a full 30 minutes. :D
  • journey2size10
    journey2size10 Posts: 240
    W3D1. It wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. I stole your idea and added 2 minutes and made it a full 30 minutes. :D


    I knew you could do it hon, and forgot to mention, I love your first mini goal reward! :laugh:
  • ShannonBurdick
    ShannonBurdick Posts: 41
    Just got back from the gym. Did W2D2. Warm up was 2.8-3.4. Walking 3.4 and jogging 4.8. I can tell my endurance is getting better but when the 90 sec mark comes around I am so ready to hit walk mode. The thought of week 3 is scaring the hell out of me right now. :noway:
  • nisijam5
    nisijam5 Posts: 9,964 Member
    Just got back from the gym. Did W2D2. Warm up was 2.8-3.4. Walking 3.4 and jogging 4.8. I can tell my endurance is getting better but when the 90 sec mark comes around I am so ready to hit walk mode. The thought of week 3 is scaring the hell out of me right now. :noway:

    You and I are at the same mark, at about 50 secs, I was looking at the watch. I had to push thru to the 90 secs and it took a good minute to recover. I run outside and the hills are KILLER. I ran yesterday and today is off day even tho I will still do some HIIT. Week 3 is definitely very scary

    Monday, W2D1
    Tuesday, HIIT

    Does everyone like this program? I'm just not sure about running in general. It's really hard on the knees and joints. It's a great calorie burn as well.

    Keep it up peeps...
  • nisijam5
    nisijam5 Posts: 9,964 Member
    I was reading some articles on running. There was mention of doing HIIT so that your body can train and respond to spikes of increased exercise. Also, mentioned how 8 to 9.5 hours of sleep is so important for cellular repair.
  • minni2906
    minni2906 Posts: 182
    So, I broke my toe this morning. I can't walk without limping, so running is out of the question. Guess I'll be starting over in a week or so when I can walk again. Until then, I'll keep up some crunches, so I'm not completely out of it. Ugh. This kind of blows. Every time I start making progress, something happens and I lose it. :brokenheart: :cry:
  • KatheryneH13
    KatheryneH13 Posts: 71 Member
    So, I broke my toe this morning. I can't walk without limping, so running is out of the question. Guess I'll be starting over in a week or so when I can walk again. Until then, I'll keep up some crunches, so I'm not completely out of it. Ugh. This kind of blows. Every time I start making progress, something happens and I lose it. :brokenheart: :cry:

    So sorry to hear this. I hope you are getting better!!! :heart:
  • journey2size10
    journey2size10 Posts: 240
    So, I broke my toe this morning. I can't walk without limping, so running is out of the question. Guess I'll be starting over in a week or so when I can walk again. Until then, I'll keep up some crunches, so I'm not completely out of it. Ugh. This kind of blows. Every time I start making progress, something happens and I lose it. :brokenheart: :cry:

    when it rains it pours I guess! I twisted my ankle after mons run...it wasn't even during the run! After I ran, I stretched and I think I stretched too far and reaggravated an old ankle sprain that I think never probably healed. It didn't really set it until late last night, so today I'm off my feet and if it stays the same will go in to the dr to get it checked out..so no more runs for me until further notice.
    I'm gonna have to pull out my pilates videos so I can get some type of workout in..my limp is bad and I don't wanna aggravate it, wish I had a bike here at home cuz the gym is out of the question.

    good luck to everyone!
  • thebigwindmill
    thebigwindmill Posts: 98 Member
    Every time I start making progress, something happens and I lose it. :brokenheart: :cry:

    Yes! That happens every time to me too so I feel your annoyance. Feel better!
  • sarah_ep
    sarah_ep Posts: 580 Member
    I have just finished W1 D3. I like to do strength training as well. Any thoughts out there on strength training (legs specifically) while doing the C25K program?

    I am finding that "programs" such as C25K really work well for me. So in addition on the days I am not running I am adding the 100 pushups program - hundredpushups.com. They also have a situp and a squat program. I plan on adding these later.
  • 1crazymom
    1crazymom Posts: 434 Member
    So, I broke my toe this morning. I can't walk without limping, so running is out of the question. Guess I'll be starting over in a week or so when I can walk again. Until then, I'll keep up some crunches, so I'm not completely out of it. Ugh. This kind of blows. Every time I start making progress, something happens and I lose it. :brokenheart: :cry:

    Hope you feel better soon!

    My knee is still hurting! On Mobic and a round of prednisone. Lots of tylenol. Really hope to be back on the wagon quick, but healed! Really antsy to get running, shredding!:)
  • MizzDoc
    MizzDoc Posts: 493 Member
    Count me in. I am on week 5 Day 3 -- the dreaded 20 min run. Honestly, I have been putting this off for almost 2 weeks. Tomorrow I am going to just DO IT!

    I start Week 5 tomorrow so please check back in and let us know how you did. I am dreading it myself. But I just LOVE the program. Best of luck to everyone in this challenge. You CAN do it!
  • pinkstapler
    pinkstapler Posts: 33 Member
    Finnished W2D1 today after coming back from vacation, it was very hard to get motivated to go running in 100 degree heat when there was a free pool just waiting to be jumped in :wink:

    Good job to everyone who finnished another day on this program and I hope that everyone who got hurt feels better soon!
  • penash
    penash Posts: 35 Member
    Ok, so I'm totally proud of myself today. I skipped my run yesterday because I had a splitting headache. Today, I'd talked myself out of going to the gym after work. My motivation level was running in the negative. But, I went anyway. I was able to finish
    W2D1, and felt great afterwards. Yay me!
  • sherrillg
    sherrillg Posts: 317 Member
    Ok, so I'm totally proud of myself today. I skipped my run yesterday because I had a splitting headache. Today, I'd talked myself out of going to the gym after work. My motivation level was running in the negative. But, I went anyway. I was able to finish
    W2D1, and felt great afterwards. Yay me!

    AWESOME JOB!!!
  • ertrauma
    ertrauma Posts: 46 Member
    Ok, so I'm totally proud of myself today. I skipped my run yesterday because I had a splitting headache. Today, I'd talked myself out of going to the gym after work. My motivation level was running in the negative. But, I went anyway. I was able to finish
    W2D1, and felt great afterwards. Yay me!

    One day at a time, one decision at a time. You CAN talk yourself out of the negative! It CAN be done!!
  • ertrauma
    ertrauma Posts: 46 Member
    So, I broke my toe this morning. I can't walk without limping, so running is out of the question. Guess I'll be starting over in a week or so when I can walk again. Until then, I'll keep up some crunches, so I'm not completely out of it. Ugh. This kind of blows. Every time I start making progress, something happens and I lose it. :brokenheart: :cry:

    Life is full of challenges; what makes us is how we answer those challenges. There are many things you can do to burn calories without running or walking. Think about it, write it down, then just do it!
  • BFit40
    BFit40 Posts: 163 Member
    You and I are at the same mark, at about 50 secs, I was looking at the watch. I had to push thru to the 90 secs and it took a good minute to recover. I run outside and the hills are KILLER. I ran yesterday and today is off day even tho I will still do some HIIT. Week 3 is definitely very scary

    Monday, W2D1
    Tuesday, HIIT

    Does everyone like this program? I'm just not sure about running in general. It's really hard on the knees and joints. It's a great calorie burn as well.

    Keep it up peeps...

    I am so glad I decided to catch up on this thread. I completed Week2 day 1 this morning and it was HARD, but I did it all. I'm with you on pushing through to the 90 seconds and really fearing week 3. My husband keeps reminding that I felt the same after Week 1 day 1, so it WILL GET better...repeat after me....IT WILL GET BETTER!
  • ertrauma
    ertrauma Posts: 46 Member
    I have just finished W1 D3. I like to do strength training as well. Any thoughts out there on strength training (legs specifically) while doing the C25K program?

    I am finding that "programs" such as C25K really work well for me. So in addition on the days I am not running I am adding the 100 pushups program - hundredpushups.com. They also have a situp and a squat program. I plan on adding these later.

    Thanks for the input. Sounds interesting! Will look at the website this evening at work.
  • minni2906
    minni2906 Posts: 182
    So, I broke my toe this morning. I can't walk without limping, so running is out of the question. Guess I'll be starting over in a week or so when I can walk again. Until then, I'll keep up some crunches, so I'm not completely out of it. Ugh. This kind of blows. Every time I start making progress, something happens and I lose it. :brokenheart: :cry:

    So sorry to hear this. I hope you are getting better!!! :heart:

    Thank you.
  • minni2906
    minni2906 Posts: 182
    So, I broke my toe this morning. I can't walk without limping, so running is out of the question. Guess I'll be starting over in a week or so when I can walk again. Until then, I'll keep up some crunches, so I'm not completely out of it. Ugh. This kind of blows. Every time I start making progress, something happens and I lose it. :brokenheart: :cry:

    when it rains it pours I guess! I twisted my ankle after mons run...it wasn't even during the run! After I ran, I stretched and I think I stretched too far and reaggravated an old ankle sprain that I think never probably healed. It didn't really set it until late last night, so today I'm off my feet and if it stays the same will go in to the dr to get it checked out..so no more runs for me until further notice.
    I'm gonna have to pull out my pilates videos so I can get some type of workout in..my limp is bad and I don't wanna aggravate it, wish I had a bike here at home cuz the gym is out of the question.

    good luck to everyone!

    I'm sorry!! I wish you weren't feeling my pain, but it's good to have company. hahaha. Pilates is a good idea!! I wish I had a bike too, but I don't.
  • minni2906
    minni2906 Posts: 182
    So, I broke my toe this morning. I can't walk without limping, so running is out of the question. Guess I'll be starting over in a week or so when I can walk again. Until then, I'll keep up some crunches, so I'm not completely out of it. Ugh. This kind of blows. Every time I start making progress, something happens and I lose it. :brokenheart: :cry:

    Hope you feel better soon!

    My knee is still hurting! On Mobic and a round of prednisone. Lots of tylenol. Really hope to be back on the wagon quick, but healed! Really antsy to get running, shredding!:)

    I am getting antsy too!! I've really been enjoying my runs, so I miss it now. I'm definitely popping the tylenol like candy for now, too, though. Here's to healing!! :drinker:
  • minni2906
    minni2906 Posts: 182
    So, I broke my toe this morning. I can't walk without limping, so running is out of the question. Guess I'll be starting over in a week or so when I can walk again. Until then, I'll keep up some crunches, so I'm not completely out of it. Ugh. This kind of blows. Every time I start making progress, something happens and I lose it. :brokenheart: :cry:

    Life is full of challenges; what makes us is how we answer those challenges. There are many things you can do to burn calories without running or walking. Think about it, write it down, then just do it!

    Thanks for the advice. I'm still doing crunches!! Going to look into some other things I could do.
  • nisijam5
    nisijam5 Posts: 9,964 Member
    Monday, W2D1
    Tuesday, HIIT
    Wednesday, W2D2


    Thought for the day:

    I am happier when I finish than when I start
  • jodi1229
    jodi1229 Posts: 43 Member
    Is it possible to join this group? I just started W1D1 today so not sure if I am too far behind everyone or not
  • chickadee2010
    chickadee2010 Posts: 1,389 Member
    Hey, everyone! I was just checking in to see how many posts we have on this one. Looks like there's about 50 left. I've had such a busy week, I've been cleaning house majorly for some of my family. I still haven't had time to get in any more workouts. I feel like I'm failing you guys.But even if it does take me longer than you all to complete this, I'll get it done. Sorry that I didn't post a new discussion topic this week. I'll let the tips on continue and put up a new discussion on Monday. I plan to get back to C25K over the weekend, and I'm hoping I won't have to clean like I have been. How have you guys been, anyway? I haven't had a chance to read you guys' posts because of my internet. But I'll have internet again this weekend so I'll be able to get all caught up. Have a great night everyone and keep up the awesome work!!

    Once again, new members are welcome to join! :)
  • tncmom
    tncmom Posts: 79
    finished W3D2 - all walking. averaged 3.81 mph - did 2.07 miles in 32:30.
  • ShannonBurdick
    ShannonBurdick Posts: 41
    Is it possible to join this group? I just started W1D1 today so not sure if I am too far behind everyone or not

    Of course you can join! Everyone here is in different weeks and different days. All are welcome.
  • ShannonBurdick
    ShannonBurdick Posts: 41
    finished W3D2 - all walking. averaged 3.81 mph - did 2.07 miles in 32:30.

    Excellent job! Keep up the great work!
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