Confusion with C25K

mindyrenee81
mindyrenee81 Posts: 67 Member
edited September 28 in Fitness and Exercise
Im wantng to start this C25K butr Im a little confused with how to start it. Is there a certain way that you have to do it? Being treadmill, elliptical, or outdoor running. Also is there a certain mileage that you need to start with? Any input would be greatly appreciated!

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  • chanstriste13
    chanstriste13 Posts: 3,277 Member
    do what you're comfortable with. treadmill is fine, but running outdoors will be more difficult. elliptical probably won't cut it if you're actually wanting to jog a 5k race. the program is set to be done in 9 weeks, but it took me about 30! i took it slow and modified it as i needed to. i originally couldn't run the first 60 seconds without a break, but i'm now able to jog 3.5 miles nonstop. don't worry about time or distance - that will come. just focus on making it through the intervals, even if you're only barely shuffling your feet. best of luck to you!
  • chanstriste13
    chanstriste13 Posts: 3,277 Member
    ps~ make sure you have some kickin' music to help you through!
  • neonpink
    neonpink Posts: 203 Member
    I finished the c25k in may and completed it running on the treadmill only. I always ran on a slight incline to compensate for the uneven outdoor terrain. When I started I found I was running too fast. I have a HRM and was constantly above my maximum zone, so I made sure I kept my heart rate within the zones. I find I can now run faster whilst still remaining in my target zone. I think a jog is fine you can work on your speed later, I would work on distance first.
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