C25K Support Group Starting 6/27
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I definitely agree on not running in the heat. We don't want anyone passing out.
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Hello!
I just joined MFP today and this here is my first post.
I started doing C25K four weeks ago and it's time to move on to week five. I thought I might stay on week four for a few, but ya know? I think I can do it. Now W5D3... well, we'll cross that bridge when we get there.
I'm really loving the program and I'm finding that I'm itching to get out and run when I go more than a day in between. I have a weird schedule and an almost three-year old so finding the time to hit the gym can be a bit sketchy! Here's to hoping that I can get up with enough time to go tomorrow morning before work. If not, Wednesday for sure.
I find that I don't have problems at all with the breathing or exhaustion, the problem is that my ankles hurt SO effing bad when i go from a run back into a walk. I'm pretty sure it's my Achilles, but as long as it doesn't start swelling up, I'm going to go with it just being unused to all the work and stretching. If it swells, I'll get worried.
I'm so encouraged to hear the reports of people surviving that first 20 minute run. Maybe I can do it after all!
Week Five? Here I come.
Hey Wuzz, welcome to MFP! You are going to love it here. I joined a month ago and the support on this site really helps to keep me going and pushing hard and I learn so much from others.
Take care of that ankle. I hope it gets better. And you CAN run 20 minutes. Good luck with week five. Come back and let us know how it went. :happy:0 -
Hi All!
Congrats dyiaane on doing the 20 minute run i am very impressed! I was having trouble with week four but today is the day i did it without stopping once! YAY! im going to call that my first NSV. I was even able to add another 5 minute run after that. I am very excited but i think i will do it one or two more times before i move to week five it looks a little intimidating.
I agree with not running during the day. I have been running at 6am to beat the heat. I run in the morning because i am more likely to follow through when i am in autopilot then when i am sleepy after work.
BryteSmile great job on the inches its very inspiring. I should probably start taking measurements considering the scale is not moving haha but i am ok with that because my fitness level has definitely improved.0 -
Hi All!
Congrats dyiaane on doing the 20 minute run i am very impressed! I was having trouble with week four but today is the day i did it without stopping once! YAY! im going to call that my first NSV. I was even able to add another 5 minute run after that. I am very excited but i think i will do it one or two more times before i move to week five it looks a little intimidating.
I agree with not running during the day. I have been running at 6am to beat the heat. I run in the morning because i am more likely to follow through when i am in autopilot then when i am sleepy after work.
BryteSmile great job on the inches its very inspiring. I should probably start taking measurements considering the scale is not moving haha but i am ok with that because my fitness level has definitely improved.
Thanks Jt.
Don't be intimidated by week 5. How about you just try it and if you need to do more walking then do it and then try again on day 2? I feel silly even telling you that because I know I feel the same way as you do but I'm going to practice what I preach and take my own advice when I get to that week too LOL.0 -
Week 3, Day 1 - done!
I was really worried about today. I was supposed to do day 1 yesterday but I was detoxing and couldn't do any physical activity. I only did very light yoga. I also didn't work out on Sunday. Not having any exercise for two days and then detoxing yesterday left me feeling just slightly sluggish and I didn't know if I could do the 3 minute runs. Well, I did it without stopping. I did today on the treadmill. It definitely felt shorter. I was looking back at week 1 and there were 8 running intervals, week 2 there were 6 and then week 3 there are only 4 now. The 28 minutes felt so short so I kept walking for two extra minutes to an even 30 minutes. My total distance was 1.7mi. Wish it was more but hopefully I can beat it every week. As usual I start out a little slower and keep upping the incline and speed. By the last run interval, I was able to run 6mph for the second minute but couldn't sustain it for longer than that so I decreased the speed incrementally. I still feel pretty good about it though and each day I hope to up the time so that I run faster for longer periods of time. I'll be doing Day 2 tomorrow, hopefully outside.
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Did Week 3 Day 1 today!
I wasn't sure I would make it through the 3 minute runs but I did with a little help from prayer. I pushed myself. My shins hurt for about 2 hours afterwards.
Thanks for the link to she shin splint exercises. I started those last night and hope they will help.
Next run set for Friday am. Hopefully that will give my shins time to heal a little.0 -
I'd like to join! I started a week before (06/20) so I'm starting week 4 tonight. I did some extra runs over the weekend and was able to run for 5 mins straight. I didn't think I could do it, but I did! Music really helps keep me moving. I am doing this on a treadmill at home because it's too hot AND I have small kids and it's easier just to do the 30 mins at home and not have to worry about who will watch the kids.
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Did Week 3 Day 1 today!
I wasn't sure I would make it through the 3 minute runs but I did with a little help from prayer. I pushed myself. My shins hurt for about 2 hours afterwards.
Thanks for the link to she shin splint exercises. I started those last night and hope they will help.
Next run set for Friday am. Hopefully that will give my shins time to heal a little.
Hey Carman. Way to go today!!! I found myself talking to msyelf and literally coaching myself leading up to that first 3 minute run. I just kept saying "you can do it, you can do it" LOL. Glad I did day 1 inside so people at the park wouldn't be looking at me like I was a crazy person LMAO.
I hope the exercises help. Splints are not fun. Another tip I read somewhere was to do toe taps while you are sitting. I sit all day for my job so I've been toe-tapping under my desk. When I pull my toes up and back towards my shin, I hold it for a few seconds and then let go. I think it will help make those muscles stronger and hopefully prevent the splints. I also think a lot of it has to do with pacing yourself and not trying to do too much too soon. Glad you have a couple of days to rest before your next run. Good luck! 0 -
Yesterday I completed Week4Day1... It wasn't as hard as I thought! Maybe I CAN do this!0
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I'd like to join! I started a week before (06/20) so I'm starting week 4 tonight. I did some extra runs over the weekend and was able to run for 5 mins straight. I didn't think I could do it, but I did! Music really helps keep me moving. I am doing this on a treadmill at home because it's too hot AND I have small kids and it's easier just to do the 30 mins at home and not have to worry about who will watch the kids.
Good luck everyone!
Hi Lover :happy:
That is GREAT!!! It must feel so rewarding when you do something you never thought you could do.
We're glad to have you along this ride with us and you are now on the list.
Speaking of "the list", I'm going to clean it up because I haven't seen anything from a number of folks and I'm assuming they are not doing the program anymore.0 -
Just checking in to report my progress, having visited the PT today. This morning I realized I actually had a bruise on my hip, although I had not fallen. Obvious sign that something is not quite right there!
I'm thrilled to report that I was told I WILL be able to make the 5K in September, thank goodness!
What I learned: recurring pain is a sign that something is wrong, and the sooner we find out what it is the easier it will be to deal with.
Seems one side of my pelvis is tilted (not good I guess!).
The road ahead involves lots of stretching, some massage therapy, and a running assesment. Since this is something I really want to pursue, I am glad to put in the effort to make sure my body can do it. My muscles have been "dormant" for many years, but I am confident they will get back to a healthy place again.
I cannot run for a few days, but will be able to work it back in quickly, but with intervals no longer than 5 minutes until there is no pain. I hope it is ok if I stay with the group because we all have the same goal to run our first 5K in September!
Have a good run everyone, and be sure and listen to your body :-)0 -
Just checking in to report my progress, having visited the PT today. This morning I realized I actually had a bruise on my hip, although I had not fallen. Obvious sign that something is not quite right there!
I'm thrilled to report that I was told I WILL be able to make the 5K in September, thank goodness!
What I learned: recurring pain is a sign that something is wrong, and the sooner we find out what it is the easier it will be to deal with.
Seems one side of my pelvis is tilted (not good I guess!).
The road ahead involves lots of stretching, some massage therapy, and a running assesment. Since this is something I really want to pursue, I am glad to put in the effort to make sure my body can do it. My muscles have been "dormant" for many years, but I am confident they will get back to a healthy place again.
I cannot run for a few days, but will be able to work it back in quickly, but with intervals no longer than 5 minutes until there is no pain. I hope it is ok if I stay with the group because we all have the same goal to run our first 5K in September!
Have a good run everyone, and be sure and listen to your body :-)
I'm so happy it's nothing too serious Tech and we definitely want you to get better. Glad you will be able to do the 5K in September. Of course you can still stay in the group and check in on us. You have made it further than the majority of us so I love reading about your progress and learning your tips and lessons learned. Again, take care of that hip and I hope you'll be back to running in no time.0 -
Yesterday I completed Week4Day1... It wasn't as hard as I thought! Maybe I CAN do this!
Of course you can! :happy:0 -
Finished W4D1 today on the treadmill post an hour of personal training. I want to say it was easy but it really wasn't...I kept looking at the clock begging it to go faster...5 minutes is a REALLY LONG TIME! But I pushed through it and finished the set. I was absolutely spent afterwards...dragged my tired butt home and collapsed...
So do any of you feel tummy cramps any time more than a 3 minute run? I always get it at the 3 minute mark, the right side of my ab start to cramp up...do you push through and continue or do you stop and walk?
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I did Week 2, Day 1 today! I almost forgot about this thread since I didn't do ANY workouts last week. (I was house/dog sitting for my mom, who doesn't have any equipment, and it was too hot to run outside. I know, I know, excuses, excuses! lol) Needless to say, I thought that today would be really hard after an entire week off. To my surprise, it was quite invigorating! I do have to say that I'm doing it on an elliptical and I realize that it's must easier on there than outside or even on a treadmill, but I'm still very happy that it makes me feel excellent afterward (and not like my chest is on fire and my head is going to explode). I think a lot of that is because I really concentrate on breathing correctly, which I never did when I was younger. I'm starting to think that if someone had told me the correct way to breathe back then I wouldn't have hated running so much. So, THANK YOU to everyone who posted articles on breathing correctly while running! 0
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Congratulations everyone for the progress you are making. Lots of us are starting Week 4. I almost did it. I did the runs but I took an extra half minutes for the walks in between. So not sure I will start Week 5 next week or not on Tuesday next week. Hopefully Thursday I can do Week 4 with the shorter walk intervals. However I am still proud that I did my "runs". I am charting not only what week I am on but how many total minutes I am running out of my 2.8 mile walk around the Lake each time. It was cooler here today so that worked out good for me. So stay safe everyone and listen to the consistent pains as Techymum says.
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Week 1 completed!!! It was really hot here in NY today, but it was ok to run. I actually managed to listen to part of a concert in Prospect Park. And I have to say, there are pretty good looking guys running in the park in the evening. I should wear some make up during my work out
How do we go about updating the spreadsheet?0 -
I am about to start week 6 of the C25K on Thursday. I love this program and it makes me push myself... I actually enjoy running once again. Good luck to all of you!!0
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Completed week 4 day 1 tonight and I survived! I'm doing it. I can't believe it! We're all doing it! Hurray for us!0
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Week 6 Day 1 complete.0
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Hello everyone, mind if I join in a bit late? I just started the program and could use a little support. I have never been a runner and would have bet you money that I would never be one. Time to eat my words.
I skipped week one because I've been working out very consistently and felt I was physically able to do it. I just did week 2 day 2 today despite having dislocated my knee this morning. I can't believe how quickly I've fallen in love with running! It's certainly a hate/love, but still! Regardless, I know I have a long way to go (as evidenced by my heavy mouth breathing) and I would love to follow the posts and pick up tips.
Does anybody end up running more than 3 days a week? What do you guys do in between days?0 -
I did Week 2, Day 1 today! I almost forgot about this thread since I didn't do ANY workouts last week. (I was house/dog sitting for my mom, who doesn't have any equipment, and it was too hot to run outside. I know, I know, excuses, excuses! lol) Needless to say, I thought that today would be really hard after an entire week off. To my surprise, it was quite invigorating! I do have to say that I'm doing it on an elliptical and I realize that it's must easier on there than outside or even on a treadmill, but I'm still very happy that it makes me feel excellent afterward (and not like my chest is on fire and my head is going to explode). I think a lot of that is because I really concentrate on breathing correctly, which I never did when I was younger. I'm starting to think that if someone had told me the correct way to breathe back then I wouldn't have hated running so much. So, THANK YOU to everyone who posted articles on breathing correctly while running!
You are too funny. I'm also trying to work on the breathing and I think it's getting better.0 -
Congratulations everyone for the progress you are making. Lots of us are starting Week 4. I almost did it. I did the runs but I took an extra half minutes for the walks in between. So not sure I will start Week 5 next week or not on Tuesday next week. Hopefully Thursday I can do Week 4 with the shorter walk intervals. However I am still proud that I did my "runs". I am charting not only what week I am on but how many total minutes I am running out of my 2.8 mile walk around the Lake each time. It was cooler here today so that worked out good for me. So stay safe everyone and listen to the consistent pains as Techymum says.
Keri
I'm proud of you too Keri :happy:0 -
Week 1 completed!!! It was really hot here in NY today, but it was ok to run. I actually managed to listen to part of a concert in Prospect Park. And I have to say, there are pretty good looking guys running in the park in the evening. I should wear some make up during my work out
How do we go about updating the spreadsheet?
LOL hilarious about the good looking guys. I don't see any at my park.
I'll update the spreadsheet for you. You were already updated by the way. Just check in from time to time on the thread and I'll update as I hear back from you. 0 -
I am about to start week 6 of the C25K on Thursday. I love this program and it makes me push myself... I actually enjoy running once again. Good luck to all of you!!
Thanks Love. It's really amazing because I get up in the morning and actually look forward to it. Never thought that would happen until pigs could fly. :laugh:0 -
Completed week 4 day 1 tonight and I survived! I'm doing it. I can't believe it! We're all doing it! Hurray for us!
Great job Lover! :drinker:0 -
Week 6 Day 1 complete.
You are almost caught up to Kilgore hehe0 -
Hello everyone, mind if I join in a bit late? I just started the program and could use a little support. I have never been a runner and would have bet you money that I would never be one. Time to eat my words.
I skipped week one because I've been working out very consistently and felt I was physically able to do it. I just did week 2 day 2 today despite having dislocated my knee this morning. I can't believe how quickly I've fallen in love with running! It's certainly a hate/love, but still! Regardless, I know I have a long way to go (as evidenced by my heavy mouth breathing) and I would love to follow the posts and pick up tips.
Does anybody end up running more than 3 days a week? What do you guys do in between days?
Hey North!!
I can't believe you were able to run with a dislocated knee. Now that is some serious dedication girl. Way to go!
I've added you to the group spreadsheet (link in my signature). I definitely think being a part of this group has kept me going. The support on this site from perfect strangers is just awesome!
I have consolidated some of the tips in the group blog (see the link in my signature). I probably need to read back through the posts to add to the list of tips as there have been more awesome tips from our group members. I'll try to do that tomorrow if work is boring LOL.
I used to jog occassionally but once I started the program I haven't been running more than 3 days of the program. I do try to do a little extra though after I finish each C25K interval. I might walk for a few more minutes or even do extra jogs. I think some of the other members are running or walking on other days though so hopefully they'll see your question and respond. Three days out of the week I do a bootcamp which is pretty intense so I don't really do any other workouts on those days. The other three days I do C25K and then I try to have one rest day a week. Lately however, I have missed bootcamp a lot so I've been doing things like INSANITY, Jillian Michael's 30 day shred and Turbo Jam. C25K will get you your cardio but you definitely need to also do strength training.
Welcome to the group and happy running!0 -
Did week 2 day 1 on Monday. It's really hilly where I live but I found an area of our local common that's a bit flatter which made such a big difference! I was feeling good, so added another 2 sets of walking / running on to the end of the programme! I'm going to do w2 d2 in a minute
OneBryteSmile - thanks for setting up this thread and for all your support, it really helps :flowerforyou:0
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