Couch to 5k in 9 weeks

kscarlett24

Hi All, last week I started CoolRunning.Com's couch to 5k program. I have never been a runner, but I have limited time in the day to workout, so I thought if I could learn to run, I would burn max calories in the time I have. Are there any other new runners out there? Also, for you accomplished runners, I was thinking of getting a Nike+, but Nike shoes don't fit my feet. Does anyone use these sensors on other shoes? What about other ways to track your distance/time/steps, etc?
Thanks!

princesspurple

I am a 'new' runner...I did a small run last June, only trained for 4 weeks and not very well. I picked it up again in January and trained for 12 weeks and did a half-marathon. I lost 14.5 pounds while doing so and accomplished so much more. I never thought I could be a runner, and now I can't wait to get out and get more miles under these legs! Just don't do too much too fast, you don't want to get injured and have to stop:)

Chenoachem

Welcome to running. Don't get to discouraged if you have to repeat a week. It happens to all of us, but great job at starting.

To track distance/time when I did the C25K program I used a Timex Ironman watch that had a lap timer on it so I could time each run/walk segment. To track distance, I just used google earth. Now that I do longer distances, I have a Polar FT60 HRM and GPS.

Good Luck.

AlynnP1005

I am just starting the same program

As for the NIKE +, I use it, and I wear Reeboks and Asics. You can buy a clip that goes on your laces that works just as good as the Nike shoe

vineas

I have one day left of week 3, and it feels great! Like you I was never much of a runner and thought this would be a good way to get into it. For tracking how far I'm going, I use the podcasts at http://www.ullreys.com/robert/Podcasts/index.html. That podcast follows the Couch to 5k program and it will tell you when to walk and when to run, as well as a few motivational blurbs thrown in here and there, works great for me. For distance, I just map my route using google maps so I know how far I went. Once I get into it more and can actually run longer distances, I'll probably get the GPS attachment to my heart rate monitor.

One thing I highly recommend if you haven't already is to get some decent running shoes. My first run was with a pair of cheap Walmart "running" shoes, and they just sucked. I went to a local store specializing in runners and got a good pair of shoes, and it is a night and day difference.

Nina74

My cousin (never a runner, has lost over 50 lbs) did the Couch to 5k and went from being able to run barely 1 minute to over 30 minutes continuously. It's my next goal to add, as well as Spin class (I'm still scared I will die of a heart attack before the 45 minutes are up! LOL!)

RushinBruisette

I just started it yesterday!! So welcome and good luck!! I've never been a runner either, so I'm hoping this will help me ease into jogging Here's a thread I found: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/98489-couch-to-5k-anyone

NewImprovedCnbethea1

Hi I never imagined being a runner either but after seeing them do the first marathon on the biggest loser I started having this burning desire so I am now doing C25K also and I am on week 4 day 1.

As for the Nike piece my hubby is a runner and he wear asics he uses a clip and put it on his shoe laces it works great for him. Maybe one day I will need one also I am running my first 5k this Saturday im super excited!!

Here's to wishing you well with the world of running:drinker:

kscarlett24

I am using those podcasts. Actually, I am using the words and I put my own music to it. Its really great.
Thanks for all the advice. I do need a new pair of shoes, that is next on my list.