C25K... Results...Sucesses
sthrnchick
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I so want to LOVE running..I prefer being outside that on the elliptical anyday! I have been throwing some into my walks... managed to go a lot further than I ever have today. Though I still though I just might drop dead from lack of oxygen!
Anyone that never worked out before..., or very little activity, done the C25K? What were your results? Do you enjoy running now? Was it a good experience? I KNOW it will be hard... nothing is easy...so thats not what I am asking...just really wanting your stories!
Anyone that never worked out before..., or very little activity, done the C25K? What were your results? Do you enjoy running now? Was it a good experience? I KNOW it will be hard... nothing is easy...so thats not what I am asking...just really wanting your stories!
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Bump - I'm a newbie c25k'er too with my first 5k race in September
Would like to follow this thread!0 -
My friends are replying to my page... and not the post...but the results seem VERY motivating and positive!0
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Bump! I'm wanting to start C25k soon myself but have been wanting to learn more about it... so yes. I'll be skulking in the shadows for answers and posts.0
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Bump! I'm wanting to start C25k soon myself but have been wanting to learn more about it... so yes. I'll be skulking in the shadows for answers and posts.
Thats ok with me... I have heard some wonderful things about the program! Cant wait to start myself!0 -
I've been exercising for awhile, and can walk all day long, but I've never been a runner. But since I figured it was something I could do anywhere, and for the sake of the challenge, I started c25k on the last day of January. I followed the program exactly and finished it as scheduled. I'm still running 3 days per week and registered for my first 5k race at the end of this month!
I do enjoy it, it's nice to get outside, and I usually run anywhere from 2 - 4 miles. I even managed 5 miles once, but I think it was too far too soon, and I ended up with some knee pain after that. And that's why I think the c25k program works so well - it keeps you from going too fast or too far too quickly. I ran as slow as I needed to in order to complete each day's running times.
And I also think it has helped with my fat loss. I usually do various workout DVDs at home, some with weights, some more cardio, but the running really boosted the fat loss. I've lost a pants size and even hubby noticed that my back fat is gone. :bigsmile:
I say go for it! You can see an overview of the program online, just Google it, and if you've got a smart phone, download an app (I used c25kFree by ZenLabs) and it will coach you through all the walking & running times. Make sure you have some good shoes, and do some stretching when you're done each time.0 -
Thank you... this exactly what I posted for! i have been walking briskly for several months and i think I could do it all day with no problem... but running...Just kills me, and my knees! You mentioned that you had knee issues..did that improve?I've been exercising for awhile, and can walk all day long, but I've never been a runner. But since I figured it was something I could do anywhere, and for the sake of the challenge, I started c25k on the last day of January. I followed the program exactly and finished it as scheduled. I'm still running 3 days per week and registered for my first 5k race at the end of this month!
I do enjoy it, it's nice to get outside, and I usually run anywhere from 2 - 4 miles. I even managed 5 miles once, but I think it was too far too soon, and I ended up with some knee pain after that. And that's why I think the c25k program works so well - it keeps you from going too fast or too far too quickly. I ran as slow as I needed to in order to complete each day's running times.
And I also think it has helped with my fat loss. I usually do various workout DVDs at home, some with weights, some more cardio, but the running really boosted the fat loss. I've lost a pants size and even hubby noticed that my back fat is gone. :bigsmile:
I say go for it! You can see an overview of the program online, just Google it, and if you've got a smart phone, download an app (I used c25kFree by ZenLabs) and it will coach you through all the walking & running times. Make sure you have some good shoes, and do some stretching when you're done each time.0 -
I've never had knee problems, and it only started in mile 4 of that 5 mile run. I rested it for a few days & continued my regular workouts & walked with no problem, so went for another run. It hurt again (not as bad), right after the 3rd mile, so I walked the rest of the way home, iced it and started looking for how to fix it.Thank you... this exactly what I posted for! i have been walking briskly for several months and i think I could do it all day with no problem... but running...Just kills me, and my knees! You mentioned that you had knee issues..did that improve?
I think it was the IT band, which I guess is very common. I iced the knee, and did daily stretches for it. That was a couple of weeks ago, and I haven't had any problems with it since then, but I haven't run beyond about 3.25 miles since then either. I figure I'm still at 5k distance, so that's good!
If I ever decide to increase distance, I will definitely do it in slower increments to hopefully avoid any more knee problems.0 -
I started the C2K program after I had my 3rd child and have had fantastic results. I just finished my 5th 5K this year. I stuck to the program and did not skip ahead (I know some people who did and had to go back). I had not worked out in probably 2 years and I had trouble even running 90 seconds at first, but it gets so much easier and it was so satisfying to complete. I love the fact that I can "go for a run" now. (I also lost 50 pounds with it and doing some videos in between)0
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I started the C2K program after I had my 3rd child and have had fantastic results. I just finished my 5th 5K this year. I stuck to the program and did not skip ahead (I know some people who did and had to go back). I had not worked out in probably 2 years and I had trouble even running 90 seconds at first, but it gets so much easier and it was so satisfying to complete. I love the fact that I can "go for a run" now. (I also lost 50 pounds with it and doing some videos in between)
Great job BTW! This inspires me that i could be a runner one day! Most of my friends compete in 5ks and I feel so left out! I have never ran a day in my life before this journey. Approaching 40... I was afraid it was too late to make changes... but i see improvement on my own each time. Cant wait to get this!0 -
No way you're too old! I just turned 44!
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No way you're too old! I just turned 44!
I so needed this post... and 44? NO WAY! You look amazing! I cant wait to start this!0 -
I had literally not exercised in over 4 years and at the beginning of March decided to start C25K. When I first started I almost died. I could barely run for 30 seconds without nearly dying and wanting to stop. I thought there was no possible way I could ever run 5km without stopping.
BUT ....
I followed the C25K program 3 times a week (sometimes more) and I'm happy to say that on the weekend I ran for 7km without stopping!
It is soooo possible for anybody to do this - If I can - anybody can!
Get into it - I now love running and look forward to it 0 -
Great job! I cant say that I LOVE running by any stretch of the imagination yet! But I am an outdoors chick... and have to think that running outside would make me so much happier than hitting the elliptical inside. I welcome the day that i LOOK FORWARD to doing anything exercise wise. Thanks for the post!I had literally not exercised in over 4 years and at the beginning of March decided to start C25K. When I first started I almost died. I could barely run for 30 seconds without nearly dying and wanting to stop. I thought there was no possible way I could ever run 5km without stopping.
BUT ....
I followed the C25K program 3 times a week (sometimes more) and I'm happy to say that on the weekend I ran for 7km without stopping!
It is soooo possible for anybody to do this - If I can - anybody can!
Get into it - I now love running and look forward to it0 -
When I first started C25K I was running alone, indoors, on a track and I wondered how anyone could possibly "love" running.
Around week 3 I began running outside, around my school, with my coworkers and began to see how people could "like" running, but this love business was still weird to me.
A few weeks ago, I transitioned to running (usually alone) outside, on a path by the river that runs through my neighborhood. I now feel like love isn't a strong enough word. I don't just love to run, I have to run.
Not only is it my exercise, it is my exposure to nature in an otherwise urban life. It is "me" time, where I am responsible for or to no one. It is my therapy. It is my personal challenge. It is my amusement (today I saw a guy running in silver moon boots with his poodle). Running is so freaking awesome, that I'm sad I didn't start doing it years ago.0 -
This is why I think I would or could so love running! I love the outdoors! I dont enjoy any of it yet! But it is getting a little easier....I guess its just a matter of JUST DOING IT... and the love will come!When I first started C25K I was running alone, indoors, on a track and I wondered how anyone could possibly "love" running.
Around week 3 I began running outside, around my school, with my coworkers and began to see how people could "like" running, but this love business was still weird to me.
A few weeks ago, I transitioned to running (usually alone) outside, on a path by the river that runs through my neighborhood. I now feel like love isn't a strong enough word. I don't just love to run, I have to run.
Not only is it my exercise, it is my exposure to nature in an otherwise urban life. It is "me" time, where I am responsible for or to no one. It is my therapy. It is my personal challenge. It is my amusement (today I saw a guy running in silver moon boots with his poodle). Running is so freaking awesome, that I'm sad I didn't start doing it years ago.0 -
Thank you!! I've been working hard. :bigsmile:No way you're too old! I just turned 44!
I so needed this post... and 44? NO WAY! You look amazing! I cant wait to start this!
I have to say I've never even been on a treadmill, and there were cold rainy days a few months back where I sort of wished I had one, but I really enjoy running outside, for several reasons. When the weather is nice, of course it's just awesome to be outside - birds chirping, green grass, blue skies....even on the rainy days it wasn't so bad being out there - I didn't melt!
But even now some runs are better than others, and there are days that no matter what the weather, the body just doesn't seem to want to run, and if I were on a treadmill I would probably just hop off and say forget it. If I'm outside, I have to at least WALK back home, so I just keep running since it's faster. LOL And I'm always glad I did it!0 -
I tried this last Spring for 3 days and gave up. I am ready to try again. I have NEVER been a runner and still don't know if I can do this but I really want to. I am going to try this week!0
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I'm on my final week...and I have loved it since day 1! I have never been a runner but I cruised through the 9 weeks of C25K in less than 6 weeks. I am now addicted to running.
I ran my first 5K at week 5...my time wasn't great but I finished! It was a major accomplishment to me.
I just turned 39 last week and I feel like I'm 25! Sounds crazy, but I do!
My only suggestions: buy GOOD running shoes and take your time. Make sure you're breathing properly and you will have success!
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I started Week 5 today. I'm not a runner by nature (i've never even particularly enjoyed sweating, haha!). Anyway, I've always admired runners, and in the back of my mind, I've been intrigued with the idea of trying it. I can't say that I "enjoy" it while I'm doing it (yet), but I can say that I feel like I've accomplished a lot when I finish a workout, and am starting to "believe" that it is possible to actually do this! I also am finding that I look forward to exercise now. First time in my life!!! Good luck to all C25K'ers!!!!!!0
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I just posted an NSV that had to do with C25K. I just completed Week 5 day 3. I started this program and have repeated days when I did not complete the running or walking interval. I used to be out of breath all the time and now it's so much better. I started very over weight and I am still over weight but I lost 50 pounds along the way of my C25K program. I think if I can do this almost anyone one can. I can't wait to finish and do a 5K. I love running now. I do it mostly outdoors if I can but Texas Winter was mild so I spent a few days at the Gym and Texas summing is coming up and I don't think I will be running outdoors then either. I have come to enjoy it either way though it's relaxing and removes stress.0
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I'm a C25K grad and now a proud member of the "13.1 club" .. I started the c25k program a few months before my 40th birthday, overweight and with bad knees. I'd been walking fairly long distances /fast speeds regularly for several months prior to starting the c25k program, so i had fairly good cardiovascular endurance, though i still struggled with strength. I had been telling myself (and anyone who inquired) that i could never run because i had bad knees. I quickly found out that one of my main problems "learning to run" on my own was that i would run too fast (like 7+mph), for too long (at that point, too long could mean just 3 minutes) and i'd kill my knees, making it all but impossible to run for several days afterwards. You can't just jump into running like that. It will wreck you. You will hate running. Following the C25K forced me to scale back the duration/speed of my running segments so i could finish all of the intervals and get back to another run in a couple of days. It forced me to take rests so my knees could adjust to the new demands. A few times i "jumped ahead" of the program and then i'd really feel it (in a bad way). I highly recommend just sticking to the program, not fast-tracking it in any way. You may feel like you can jump ahead, but fight the urge to do so. Let your body have the time to adjust so you can remain injury free. Don't worry if you're not built for speed. Who cares. You're out there, you're doing it, thats all that matters
For the record, my knees are still crap. I still need to be mindful of intensity, duration and recovery times. If you have any sort of injury, be mindful of it, but not fearful of it. Never let fear run your life
Surprisingly, my knees felt pretty ok after my half marathon last fall!
I don't always love running WHILE i am running. Especially in that first mile or two. I've also found that i prefer slower running (jogging) over speed and that the run/walk mindset it what makes running still seem inviting to me. I run when i want to run, i walk when i want to walk. I take it day by day and song by song and i just enjoy myself when i'm out there. And i DO enjoy my "me time" very much!!!!
(I do get competitive WITH MYSELF when its race time though lol!)
Wanted to add that I am the featured runner this month on my runners' club's website... They did a little runner's profile thing on me, if you want to read more. Here is a link to our page: http://www.adirondackrunners.org/ The Featured Runner link is on the right side of the homepage (me!)0 -
I have also never been a runner - could barely run a block! Last year at work I joined the C25K group and followed the program ending in a 5K the third week in Sept. At 47 y/o I completed my first 5K! What an amazing feeling to cross the finish line. My time was not great 34 min but I did walk a few times. The majority of my training was done on my treadmill and it didn't fully prep me for non-treadmill running.
I am going to do another 5K in Sept this year but plan to do my training outside. My non-athlete 19 y/o son and neice said they'd run it with me.0 -
hi i never been a runner but started the c25k 6 weeks ago and love it i run outside on the road and every week go further i am doing week 6 tomorrow and can now run 20min without stopping i am doing my first run for life on the 20th of may wish me luck ha0
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Great post love all the motivation. I graduated the C25K twice and for various reasons stopped running. Back to start again only this time I have weight to shift too.
Starting week 1 today.0 -
I completed the C25K a few months ago and am working on the B210K now. I can run 3-3 1/2 miles easily now, my only issue can be boredom because I run on a treadmill. I turned 45 in December and am actually in better shape now than I have been in since I was in my teens.
I was a runner in high school, did cross country and was the distance runner on the track team. I hated it back then. LOL. I was good at it, but didn't like it.
I was on business this past weekend. Yesterday morning I woke up and felt like I needed a workout so I went down to the workout room at the hotel I was at and got on the treadmill. I was limited on time, so I decided to run 2 miles. It was so easy! I never thought I would say that. Ever.
I really like running now. I love the calorie burn, I love the sweating and I LOVE how well I sleep at night on the days I run.0 -
Starting week 1 today.
congratulations on your past completions and great idea to revisit c25k to get back into the swing of things! Yay for Week 1, Day 1!! :drinker: 0 -
I think c25k is great. I finally have my motivation to stick with it this time. I have found out that running is more mentally challenging than physically challenging, for me at least. I've been going back & forth with the app for about 3 months now, I kept repeating weeks 1 & 2, getting to week 3 & dropping back down. Last week I had been following the app correctly & should have started week 4 but instead created my own run/walk routine on my regular route since I ran my first 5k on Saturday, just trying to get some variety & push myself. I actually completed the 5k in 38:56, which I was thrilled with! I have signed up for another 5k at the end of the month & will pick up with c25k week 4 this week to help me be even more successful at the next 5k.
At first I thought 45 second jogs were TERRIBLE, now I actually enjoy the longer jogs.0 -
How are you guys logging it in exercise? I searched and can't seem to find anything, unless I wasn't searching right!0
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I'm a newbie C25K, too. I started W2D1 last night. I'm finding that I have to run/jog at a slow pace, but coolrunnings.com keeps telling me that speed will come later. It was a wonderful feeling last night to run 90 seconds without stopping. Granted, I had to walk 2 minutes between times, but I did it! It is such a feeling of accomplishment for me. I've never ran before in my life. I'm finding that I miss the off days. I can't believe I'm going to say this, but this chick likes to run!
My biggest problem has been getting over my own perceived ideas. Since I run in my neighborhood, I picture my neighbors peeking out the window saying, "Look at that fat chick trying to run." But, I've since convinced myself that I'm the one running while they're probably watching TV and stuffing themselves with junk food.
Anyway, I love to run!0 -
Just did my 2n 5k and Im addicted. Can't wait to do a 10k and so on.....0
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