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Any new runners?

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  • hurleycutie142
    hurleycutie142 Posts: 479 Member
    im on week 4 day 4... definitely days r better than others... add me :]
  • SRH7
    SRH7 Posts: 2,037 Member
    I'd love to start, but honestly not sure where to find the time! I know that's an excuse, but I work M-F 8am to 5pm, then go to school full time in the evenings. I can't afford a gym membership so I can run inside, and when I get home from work it is still dark and I'm not comfortable running in the dark in my neighborhood (its not exactly Beverly Hills). I tried to start the C25K with my daughter but our schedule just never worked out....so I'm looking for a partner in my area to start running with me! UGH.....I know...excuses, excuses!

    It's not ideal but why not start running once a week at the weekends? Then, when the days get longer and the evenings are lighter, build up to three time a week by getting up early or squeezing it in between work and school. Difficult, I know, but C25K only takes around 30 minutes a session. I find setting my alarm one hour early is possible (15mins to get ready before setting off and 15 mins to shower when I get back) - and makes you feel great for the rest of the day :)
  • CatzMe67
    CatzMe67 Posts: 17 Member
    I know I need to make the time. I do skate (roller derby) at least twice a week for about 1.5 hrs. each time, and am trying to work in other physical activities into my week. I'm not much of a morning person......hell, I don't even know what mornings are as I go to bed around 1130-midnight and wake up at 6am. BUT, you are right, I just need to make the time...thanks.
  • AsellusReborn
    AsellusReborn Posts: 1,112 Member
    I started with the C25K on 7/31! :) I always love new running friends.
  • SRH7
    SRH7 Posts: 2,037 Member
    I know I need to make the time. I do skate (roller derby) at least twice a week for about 1.5 hrs. each time, and am trying to work in other physical activities into my week. I'm not much of a morning person......hell, I don't even know what mornings are as I go to bed around 1130-midnight and wake up at 6am. BUT, you are right, I just need to make the time...thanks.

    Ah... now that's completely different! Sounds like you are doing a great job with the exercise. Be kind to yourself and when the days get brighter reassess the running - we'll all be here to support you!
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