Daily Check In Thread
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Well I managed w9 d2, was tired before I started... took me an hour and half to pluck up the courage to do it as I felt so tired after work... but I thought am I being a bit lazy...just sat there wondering if I was going to run tonight! Well it was tough but I eventually did it!!! I felt a bit like a rag doll but at least I can rest today
I'd really like to get to a stage where I have the energy to do a flexibility workout in between run days but that moment hasn't come yet (work, gardening & housework seems to be it).
Do others feel exhausted and achy in between runs?! Or are you working out on non run days
I work out. You might want to take some extra rest days. What are you going to do after you graduate?0 -
My technology hates me. My phone had some sort of failure, although amazingly it managed to save my stats today, unlike Tues. when it lost them. I went through the whole W2D2 workout on my iPod Touch, but when I got home and looked at it, it said I didn't do it. Grrrr! I'll just let it play again since it doesn't have GPS so it counts as done. My run itself was nice. Saw lovely monarch butterflies. Unlike my usual, when the early jogs are hardest and the end ones seem easier, if started feeling easy today and kicked my butt toward the end. I was a little over 5 mph at my highest, which seems to be my norm, and 3.74 for my average speed.
It makes me crazy when my phone does that.0 -
Did Week 6 Day 2 again today. Kept the same pace as before. Got through it just fine. Only difference was I wasn't sick this time.
Yay you! Sounds like you're right on track!0 -
Vardaemls... Rest days haha! Yes, seriously I agree but the APP says to get the best from it run every other day and I would hate to 'under do it'! LOL I've done a great deal of gardening lately so I think the combination is wearing me out. Need to build more stamina.
After I graduate I had hoped to move on to the 10k App but before that, build a decent stamina and pace at the 5k mark. It's early days in my fitness routine (after major surgery 1&1/5 years ago I've just finished seeing a Physio who is still v cautious on exercising that isn't gentle-Ive had problems after surgery with lower back and abdomen) she says I shouldn't do weights yet just Pilates (she also wasn't that happy about me running but...). I'm very tempted by the 30 day shred or the 28 day boot camp but maybe that's a little over zealous for the time being!! :laugh:
What did you do after you graduated from 5k?
Ps I love your new profile pic, Peachy! :drinker:0 -
Yesterday was my birthday and usually I use that as an excuse to skip a workout, but instead of did a kick *kitten* run for Week 8, Day 1. I not only did the 28 minutes, but I increased my pace to 5.2. I was pretty psyched. I can't believe just one more week to go. I plan to switch to time for a few weeks before moving on to the 10k app. My goal is to get to a 6.0 pace.
I feel everyone on the working out on non-run days. It is a challenge. I am taking swimming lessons twice a wee and I ride my bike Sunday afternoons with my husband, so that is 6 days of activity and my body is just done. I had planned to do a Muay Thai class at my gym at least once a week, but honestly there is just nothing left right now.0 -
I officially graduate tomorrow!!! Last run tomorrow morning, then my 5K on saturday! Can't wait! My goal is 33 minutes!
Congrats, can't wait to hear your results0 -
Every other day is a maximum, not a minimum.
I ran four days a week for thirty minutes before starting a training plan that I developed using the Runner's World SmartCoach feature. This was because I "didn't have time" to do 50 minute runs because I have two toddlers. Just about every plan will get you to increase your base miles first, so I ended up doing just about what I would have done following a 10k plan. And I'm doing a 10k on June 1st anyway...
All that being said, the more I learn about running, the more I encourage C25k grads to start on a 10k program.
And, whatever you do, join us over here: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/forums/show/543-bridge-to-10k0 -
Yesterday was my birthday and usually I use that as an excuse to skip a workout, but instead of did a kick *kitten* run for Week 8, Day 1.
What a great birthday! I'm doing a virtual 10k for Mother's Day. 0 -
Week 1, Day 2 done.
No lower leg tingling tonight and it was all good! 0 -
5 miles is very impressive! How long ago did you finish the c25k program?
Thank you! I'm happy to share, I finished the program on February 3rd. And I have to say, I really struggled through EVERY week of it, so I'm a big fan of how effective this program is:) !0 -
I did W8D1 today, though on W7D2 I actually ran the whole 30 minutes (I was feeling a bit inspired that day
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I found the first half an absolute STRUGGLE but the second half seemed to pass by a bit quicker.
Not long to go....! 0 -
I'm planning on going out and starting week 5 in just a minute here. It's raining and I'm pretty excited haha. Hopefully it doesn't weigh me down!0
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I did W8D1 today, though on W7D2 I actually ran the whole 30 minutes (I was feeling a bit inspired that day )
I found the first half an absolute STRUGGLE but the second half seemed to pass by a bit quicker.
Not long to go....!
That's going to be true for the rest of your running life. The first ten minutes are a pain. But it just becomes part of the run, so you end up able to mentally check it off instead of just wanting to quit.0 -
I did W8D1 today, though on W7D2 I actually ran the whole 30 minutes (I was feeling a bit inspired that day )
I found the first half an absolute STRUGGLE but the second half seemed to pass by a bit quicker.
Not long to go....!
That's going to be true for the rest of your running life. The first ten minutes are a pain. But it just becomes part of the run, so you end up able to mentally check it off instead of just wanting to quit.
Love this and you are so right! Those first 10 minutes... UGH! Then the voice that tells you/reminds you that you can kicks in. Love that voice.0 -
Yesterday was my birthday and usually I use that as an excuse to skip a workout, but instead of did a kick *kitten* run for Week 8, Day 1.
What a great birthday! I'm doing a virtual 10k for Mother's Day.
I am considering doing a 10k late July. I finish C25k next week, then I figure I will work on speed for two weeks and start the 10k app the beginning of June.0 -
Week 1, Day 2 accomplished
Question - how do you guys calculate your mph? I know my pace is slow, but that's the extent of it.
I'm assuming that you don't have an app that tracks this for you.
The best way is to find a 1/4 mile (400m) track and jog four laps. Or do two laps and multiply by two, if that's are far as you can go right now.
The next best way is to find a trail that has mile markers and run a mile.
The third best way is to drive a mile in your car and then run it.
(You know you're a runner when you can identify exactly a mile from your house in every direction.)
Thanks, I have to find somewhere to track myself, maybe a school! I'm not up to running a mile yet, but the circle in front of my mom's house is an even half mile. I tried to use sparkpeople's run tracking (which I love!) to estimate how far I went in my minute, but then I just couldn't calculate my way to an answer. I kept getting 6-10 mph, which seems like it can't be accurate, since everyone here is talking about jogging at <4mph...0 -
It was really hot here in sunny Florida, but I'm trying to run outside for a long as I can. I'm not looking forward to having to go inside and do this on the treadmill.
I am thrilled I completed W3D1 today. I ran the full 3 minutes, I can't believe it!!! I really didn't think I would be able to do it. I think today I found my breathing pattern. That made it a lot easier.
I will be resting Saturday and Sunday. I'll go out again Monday.0 -
So, no run for me today (tomorrow morning is my scheduled day) but I am getting a jogging stroller today (it's an ugly number from the consignment store but it's made for running) so that my littlest can come along! Who knows, I might even get my husband moving. So that's my c25k checkin 0
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Thanks, I have to find somewhere to track myself, maybe a school! I'm not up to running a mile yet, but the circle in front of my mom's house is an even half mile. I tried to use sparkpeople's run tracking (which I love!) to estimate how far I went in my minute, but then I just couldn't calculate my way to an answer. I kept getting 6-10 mph, which seems like it can't be accurate, since everyone here is talking about jogging at <4mph...
Do you have a watch? Time yourself running the circle and multiply it by two. That's your minutes/mile (which is what runners actually use). If you can't do the math yourself, there are plenty of websites that can compute minutes/mile to miles/hour.0 -
So, no run for me today (tomorrow morning is my scheduled day) but I am getting a jogging stroller today (it's an ugly number from the consignment store but it's made for running) so that my littlest can come along! Who knows, I might even get my husband moving. So that's my c25k checkin
My babies take their best naps when I'm out running. They wake up happy and refreshed!0 -
For the ladies that use jogging strollers, how old do you think is too il to out your baby in it and go for a run? I really want one but my daughter is 19 months and I'm afraid it will be a waste of money at this point0
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For the ladies that use jogging strollers, how old do you think is too il to out your baby in it and go for a run? I really want one but my daughter is 19 months and I'm afraid it will be a waste of money at this point
My son is almost 17 months and I think he's just the right age for it
I have a friend with a double jogger who runs with a 5yo and 2yo.0 -
Hello everyone, after years and years of starting and stopping healthy weight loss..........................Really excited starting my C25K tomorrow and there a half marathon in September. I really want my fitness levels to soar.......0
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congratulations on making the commitment to start!0
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For the ladies that use jogging strollers, how old do you think is too il to out your baby in it and go for a run? I really want one but my daughter is 19 months and I'm afraid it will be a waste of money at this point
I have a three year old and a one year old. I got my double jogger when my baby was 6 months old.0 -
I shocked myself and finished W1D3. I did the first two in the gym and the one today outdoors around the lake by my house. Definitely a big difference outdoors. I'm off all weekend so I may try repeating an extra day before level 2.0
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I shocked myself and finished W1D3. I did the first two in the gym and the one today outdoors around the lake by my house. Definitely a big difference outdoors. I'm off all weekend so I may try repeating an extra day before level 2.
Congratulations! I'd never run outside till starting C25k. I love it. I did an extra day on level one too. I'm on week 3 now.0 -
Two days off in a week is a normal rest period. Go with what your body tells you, but I think most people could just pick up the program where they left off.0
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For the ladies that use jogging strollers, how old do you think is too il to out your baby in it and go for a run? I really want one but my daughter is 19 months and I'm afraid it will be a waste of money at this point
My son is 18 months and he loves it. He tells me about all the birds and dogs we see. And waves at everyone. Granted, if he gets any heavier, I'm not sure I'll be able to hack it, but for now, he's in the 1st percentile for height and weight, so it works. The only benefit of having a peanut. :laugh:
W5D3 on Sunday. I'll probably go without the stroller. I'm not sure with the hills and a stroller that I could do the full 20 minutes without walking.0 -
For the ladies that use jogging strollers, how old do you think is too il to out your baby in it and go for a run? I really want one but my daughter is 19 months and I'm afraid it will be a waste of money at this point
I have a three year old and a one year old. I got my double jogger when my baby was 6 months old.
Mine are 6 and 4. We purchased a double jogger before our youngest was old enough to be in it. Honestly... we used it through last summer. The kids started getting out of it to walk more, granted, but when they wanted a break... us parents got to keep on going. I would recommend it highly!!!0
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