C25k NSV :) :)

MrsM1ggins

Ok you newbie runners...I have a question for you. For the first time in my whole life I managed to jog for a mile straight a few weeks ago and I've done it a couple of times since then just to prove to myself it wasnt a fluke. Here's my issue...I can jog barefoot on a treadmill but not on the road in shoes. Truth me told...I'd go barefoot 24/7 if I could. I kick my shoes off as soon as I get home and as soon as I get in the office at work. I've always had a terrible time finding athletic shoes that didnt hurt my feet. Everyone I know LOVES wearing athletic shoes....I hate them. I don't think I've ever found a pair that felt good. I'd love to become a real runner but the pain I feel in my feet when I'm on the road is unbareable. Suggestions?

either run barefoot (it's fashionable now!) or go for minimal shoes like Vibrams.

5Btieden

I started C25K on January 4th (at 250 pounds)and just started week 4 today. My poor body hasn't run since high school, and it didn't even want to run then!! Today I sailed through the 3 minute and 5 minute run(at 227 pounds). The second set was a lot harder though! But you know what??? I was RUNNING!!! I ran 5 minutes straight!!!! That was a huge accomplishment for me! Totally made my day!!!!!!!!! So glad to find threads like this where we are all working towards the same goal and supporting each other Great job everyone!!!

pjsmom2010

I am currently on week 7 and the podcast I'm doing (Podrunners) only has 9 weeks. YIKES!!! I'm at 25 mins straight right now. I'm sure 30 mins is coming up soon. I'm right below 2 miles right now because I run a mile in under 14 mins. This program totally works because I'm the most non running person ever. It is a great accomplishment when you hit those milestones of running without stopping no matter how many minutes it is. Good luck to everyone out there. If I can do it, you can too!!! Just stick with it.

bcattoes

Awesome!! I'm just starting the c25k. I am registerd for a 5k run in June with my daughter. I used to run years (and years) ago and never really liked doing it, but loved the results. My daughter is keeping me motivated though. I'm really excited to do the run with her.

love22step

Keep it up! Sounds like you're doing great! Yesterday, I completed Week 6, day 1. I am in training. I'm signed up for two 5K runs. I just checked the calendar, and my first run is at the end of week 8, and the second is at the end of week 9. Oops! I think it will be okay, since I'm much more interested in finishing than placing. Yesterday was the toughest, so far, but I think the muggy, warm weather had a lot to do with it. It reminded me of when I was running in Florida. I ran a lot in my 30's and 40's, but I'm starting over again at 60. I have the advantage of previous running experience, and I remember the helpful things I discovered back then that I can still apply today. I also have the persistence/endurance/stubbornness that comes with being older.

One thing I do for endurance is continue walking briskly after I complete the C25K portion. On most C25K days, I follow a route of rolling hills that takes me 3 1/2 miles from home, so I have another 3 1/2 miles to get back home. I don't have an app, so as I'm running, I'll pick a landmark, like a mailbox or driveway, and determine to wait until I get there to check my time. That frees me up to think about other things as I run and makes the time go faster.

Have fun with this!

jamerican23

i totally agreed i haven't run in 15 yrs ......love the c25k program i am currently on week 7 and doing great the first time i run for 20min straight i could 'nt believe it because i was so nervous that i told my self no way i can do this but i prove me wrong now i run 25min make a believer out of me can't wait to become a real runner....

Eleisabelle

Ok you newbie runners...I have a question for you. For the first time in my whole life I managed to jog for a mile straight a few weeks ago and I've done it a couple of times since then just to prove to myself it wasnt a fluke. Here's my issue...I can jog barefoot on a treadmill but not on the road in shoes. Truth me told...I'd go barefoot 24/7 if I could. I kick my shoes off as soon as I get home and as soon as I get in the office at work. I've always had a terrible time finding athletic shoes that didnt hurt my feet. Everyone I know LOVES wearing athletic shoes....I hate them. I don't think I've ever found a pair that felt good. I'd love to become a real runner but the pain I feel in my feet when I'm on the road is unbareable. Suggestions?

I'm not a newbie runner (I've been running for a while now and am now training for a half-marathon), but here:

http://barefootrunning.com/

http://www.runnersworld.com/article/0,7120,s6-240-400--13691-0,00.html

Have you ever had a professional fit your shoes? That's the only way I've been able to find ones that work for me. It also helped reduce my foot and calf injury issues...

sammywil

The 1st time i tried it I bailed out at wk 4 - Why?? Cos I looked forward ALL the way & just freaked myself out, told myself i couldnt do it. That was 4 months ago, Im now on wk 2, day 3 & thankfully I have forgotten whats comng up. I knwo it will be tough, but I refuse to give up this time.

Well done for sticking to it & for your NSV, its awesome

dcjackson50

Excellent,.....very good progress.

I haven't tried the program but, push myself to run, jog walk alternately because I really want to say I AM A RUNNER !
It is the easiest quickest way to get in shape, no equipment needed and it really feels invigorating and amazing when I run.

I did run fairly often years ago, so slowly working my way back. Perfect time of year to start a routine like this.

Eleisabelle

OP: Way to go! C25K is a great program if you just keep telling yourself you CAN do it. Looking ahead and freaking yourself out is the only roadblock.

Just you wait until you hit that final run. If you're anything like I was, you'll feel so excited you'll want to jump up and down for joy! And now I'm running 10Ks and training for a half-marathon and I owe it all to C25K.

You can do it! Just keep going...

laineylynnfit

Keep it up! Sounds like you're doing great! Yesterday, I completed Week 6, day 1. I am in training. I'm signed up for two 5K runs. I just checked the calendar, and my first run is at the end of week 8, and the second is at the end of week 9. Oops! I think it will be okay, since I'm much more interested in finishing than placing. Yesterday was the toughest, so far, but I think the muggy, warm weather had a lot to do with it. It reminded me of when I was running in Florida. I ran a lot in my 30's and 40's, but I'm starting over again at 60. I have the advantage of previous running experience, and I remember the helpful things I discovered back then that I can still apply today. I also have the persistence/endurance/stubbornness that comes with being older.

One thing I do for endurance is continue walking briskly after I complete the C25K portion. On most C25K days, I follow a route of rolling hills that takes me 3 1/2 miles from home, so I have another 3 1/2 miles to get back home. I don't have an app, so as I'm running, I'll pick a landmark, like a mailbox or driveway, and determine to wait until I get there to check my time. That frees me up to think about other things as I run and makes the time go faster.

Have fun with this!

I am SO IMPRESSED WITH YOU! You are an inspiration. My Mom is 64 and her health is deteriorating. That has been one of the biggest motivating factors in getting healthy now so I can live the rest of my life healthy. I love my Mom so much and at 25, I still need her in my life. Had I known years ago that her health would fail as it is now, I would have taken the opportunities when she offered for both of us to try to get healthy but was young and careless...Anyway, thanks for sharing! Again, you are an inspiration!

rodmanswife

Way to go! Keep up the great work and you will be able to run 5k in no time. I just ran my 3rd 5k in 6 days! It's completely addicting once you get into it. I did a modified version of c25k. I started off running a few minutes at a time as well. I asked a friend of mine who runs marathons to help me out. It only took me 4 weeks to get to 5k and I have never been a runner. I will keep up the 5k 3 days a week now and slowly increase my distance. Keep it up!

surgesilk

Keep at it! You are doing great. When I started C25K I was so out of shape I did Week 1 twice! I finished about a month ago and while I don't love running itself...I love what how I feel when I am done. Its not exercise for me...its size-ercize! Trust the program and know that many before you have been right where you are and come out the other side!

actresskat

That's amazing!! Well done...I'm dreading the 5 minute run I've got to do next...

Gary6030

I've done it twice. You will love it. When you get to those harder weeks push push push yourself. You are much stronger than your body will allow you to believe! I was surprised when I ran that first 25 minutes straight. Wow What a great feeling that was!

laineylynnfit

Thanks everyone. I had a set back last week. I only completed Day 1 of Week 3 but I am redoing week 3 this week so it's all good Thanksf or the support!!

rissadiane

That's awesome work!

laineylynnfit

I completed Day 1 of Week 3 of C25k Woohoo! I love Running regardless of how much it kicks my butt! I always feel fantastic after!

jgthomas78

I am on day 1 of week 4 and was really worried about doing the 5 minute run. When I finished it I almost cried not because I was tired, or hurting...it was because I was PROUD!

RunChristyRun

That is awesome! Keep doing it! I ran Week 6, Run 1 today...if I can do it, anybody can!