5k by September....Join me?

2befit1

Hi, I am not a runner, but I want to loose weight and feel better in my cloths. I have noticed that runners are thin and I want to be thinner. So I have decided to challenge myself and train for the next 2 1/2 months to run in a local 5k. This is going to be a big challenge for me! If you would like to join me ...I would like to have weekly weigh ins, and weekly challenges. I like to weigh myself on Sunday, because Monday is a new week of challenges of eating, and working out. We can check in on Sunday to weigh in and reflect on how the week went ect.

sw 170
cw 164
gw 130

Giraffe33991

Download the C25K app for your phone. (Couch to 5K) It's a great way to train for a 5k. The program is 9 weeks long...plenty of time for you to killl it at your race in Sept!

Good luck!

Oh and I just got done running one this morning. I used C25K to prepare too! Now I will use the B210K app (Bridge to 10K) to work my way up!

Msaip

I would love to start this! I need to get a watch lol......

nomorefatbitch

After all the suggestions, I'm gonna check out the C25K program myself.

Next Sunday (6/26), I will be participating in a 5k walk. Ya. I know it's not the same as running, but maybe a good start???

My goal is to be able to run a 5k in October for my 50th birthday.

We will see...

2befit1

I looked at the c25k program but I dont have an Iphone. It says you need an Iphone?

yarmiah

COngrats on your commitment to do a 5K!
It is certainly intimidating to think about, but totally doable with training.


At 41 years old, I just did my first one last October (Komen for the cure).
To be honest, I don't really "enjoy" running, but I know its good for me
and having a challenge motivates me. I've decided to run it again
this October.

My PT has me currently running 1 mile at a comfortable pace 3X a week.
I had been doing that for about the past 2-3 week and slowly adding more
distance, now up to 1.5 miles. I'm to continue adding distance slowly and then
once comfortably running the 3.1 miles, we will work on speed.
Currently I'm running on a treadmill at the gym at 5.5 - 5.6 mph. I hope
to start doing some runs outside as it is different on pavement.

We can do this!

-Jen

2befit1

msaip, thanks for goining me. Add me as a friend if you would like.

2befit1

Way to go Jen! Add me as a friend if you would like. I know I sure could use motivation and support, we can all help eachother reach our goals!

2befit1

Way to go Jen! Add me as a friend if you would like. I know I sure could use motivation and support, we can all help eachother reach our goals!

nomorefatbitch

I managed to download it on the Android. Guess that means I should now USE it

2befit1

I found C25k on my phone I have a sprint Evo. I found it in the market and used it a couple of hours ago. I liked it, but I can't figure out how to change the voice. I didn't do as well as I wanted today either. My husband had a fire outside last night, I was good and drank tea, it gave me a headache. I woke up this morning coughing and breathing isn't the same, face was all stuffed up. Just from a couple of hours. My energy level is low today, but I still went to the gym. I am not at 100%. I feel hungover and I didn't even drink. Hopefully tomorrow will be better.

a_dawn

I am planning on starting Monday training for a 5k. I downloaded the C25K for my phone and can't wait to start. I would be great to have friends that are working towards the same thing so we can help motivate and support each other.

SandersWifey

I just downloaded C25K on my Ipod!! I've heard so many good things about this program and am really excited about!! My goal is to be up to running at least 5K by September, because I am going to run a Warrior Dash then!!!! Good luck!!!

thurberj

If you don't have an I-Phone, just google from couch to 5k and you can print some training schedules. My daughter told me about this because she started running a few years ago and last October, did the Chicago Marathon. She says you have to start somewhere:-)

robinaddison

Count me in - downloaded c25k just now!

2befit1

I forgot to mention that my 5k is on Sept 11th this challenge will end on Sept 11th. (I know this is a sad date in memory) but this is when the race is. So who ever is with me lets get to running.

2befit1

I really liked the C2k5 I can't wait to see how it progresses each day.

2befit1

I weighed this morning not good and not bad. The scale didn't move this week.

sw 170
cw 164

Weight loss so far 6 pounds.

yarmiah

I weighed in today at 156.4lbs. Hope to lose 1.5 lbs by next week.

Headed to the gym in about an hour, included in my workout will be a 1.5mile run.

2befit1

yarmiah, that is great you are getting close to your goal!!

yarmiah

Monday I did 1.5 miles on the treadmill at 5.5mph (190 calories burned)

Tuesday another 1.5 miles at 5.5mph.

I think after July 4th I'm gonna bump it up to 1.75 miles and work up to 2 miles
by the end of July

yarmiah

Hey folks!

Where you guys been?

Just checkin in here. Doing "OK" with diet here, but refocused and recommitted to
getting the protein recommended by my personal trainer. Hitting the gym every weekday
as usual.
Last week:
Mon 1.5 mile run at 5.5 mph
Tues 1.5 mile run at 5.5 mph, 15 min on the stair treadmill 125 steps pr minute
Wed workout w/trainer
Thur 1.58 mile run at 5.5 mph, 20 min on PreCor incline and resist at 15
Friday TRX workout w/ trainer
This week:
Mon BodyAttack Class
Tues 1.52 mile run 5.5 mph, 10 min on ARC trainer 15 incline, 90 resist.
Wed workout w/trainer

Today I plan to run 1.5 miles again. I was hoping to start doing some running outdoors,
but it's going to be too hot. Guess I'll be stickin to the treadmill unless I can get a run
in from home on the weekend from home.

Hope everyone is doing well!