Signed up for my first (EVER) 5-K

brandie_lou

I've signed up for my first (EVER) 5-K. The Color Me Rad 5-K (www.colormerad.com/)

I don't run. I've never ran. I've been working out for about 2 months and I do cardio but I do the elliptical and not really at a fast pace (but I monitor my HR and it's always above target).

What. Have. I. Done. A group of co-workers are doing it and one has done an amazing job, lost like 100lbs, if not over 100lbs in about a year and a half. Of course lately I've been sick so I've slacked some the past week or so. But will be getting back to it when I get off in the a.m.

I'm reading over the Couch to 5-K. Can I do this? I'm not fit. I'm not in shape. That's the whole reason I'm on MFP and trying to work toward getting in shape. It's in April so I know I have time.

Anyone else ever turned from a never runner to doing a 5-K?

sandi117

YOU CAN DO IT! I just signed up for my first 5K race as well, mine will be in March. I started the C25K program last week and so far I'm really enjoying it. I am by no means a runner. I used to hate running, however that was when I was being yelled at by a PE teacher. Now, doing this program, I go at my own pace. If you feel you can't do Week 1 Day 1, start off easier. Instead of jogging 1 minute, walking 1 1/2 minutes, jog for 30 seconds and walk for 1 1/2 minutes. Ease yourself into the program if you're finding it too difficult. But don't give up! If I can do it, you totally can too!

PS - Invest in a good pair of running shoes and a good bra! Your body will thank you

meghannrenee

You can definitely do this! Start slow, follow the couch to 5k program, and listen to your body.

Running can be very rewarding - have fun with it

timeasterday

You can do it for sure! And signing up for a 5K is a great motivation to stick with the program. I'm in my final week of C25K with my first 5K race coming up on Saturday. I did it in 7 weeks instead of 9 and before that I have never run.