NSV - Ran 10 miles today!
natalie412
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Ok, I did run 9.5 miles last weekend, and that was a great run. Today's run ended up being 1 min/mile slower. Felt crappy, got side stitches, had to walk some of it, etc. Got to bed after 1 am last night, but still got up at 5:30 and ran (so I'm sure lack of sleep had alot to do with my poor performance). But, I did it. 7 months ago, I was just starting C25K and my lungs were burning and my heart pounding at the end of that first run/walk. Wow.
It just feels so great. I wish it had been a great run, like my long runs usually are, but they can't always be that way. I am running a 1/2 marathon race in about 7 weeks - can't wait!
It just feels so great. I wish it had been a great run, like my long runs usually are, but they can't always be that way. I am running a 1/2 marathon race in about 7 weeks - can't wait!
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YOU ARE MY IDOL!! I just registered TODAY for a 5 K in september:) I wanna be where you are
GREAT JOB!! CONGRATULATIONS! 0 -
Way to go. You know you're a real runner when you get the training done even when it doesn't feel so great.0
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That's really something to be proud of!!!!! I only run now if I see a bee close to me. lol.0
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Thanks everyone. I did take a 2 hour nap late this morning, though!!0
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well done!!
not every run will feel great, especially if you are going into new distances. But if you keep at it I promise it will start to feel better and before you know it 10 mile runs will be a regular part of your week. 0 -
Naps are great. Proud of you!!0
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You are doing amazing! I started the c25k program too and am up to running a 5k straight through. Working my way back up to doing half marathons again. Good luck and keep up the good work. And remember a bad run only makes the good runs that much better!0
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If you're already running 10 mi, you're going to rock that half in 7 weeks! That's awesome!0
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Inspiring to a newbie to running like me!!0
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The 1/2 marathon should be a piece of cake! Have fun! :drinker:0
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that's amazing! well done you.
sometimes the runs are ****ty, but that's how you can tell when a run is really good. and you kept going, even though it was hard.
10 miles is a long way.
FWIW, i did c25k as well, and it sounds like we're on a similar journey. only i'm a bit further on than you and i'm training for my 2nd marathon! you'll be awesome for your half- come back and tell us how you did. do you post on the long distance or marathon runners board?0 -
10 miles is great seven weeks out from your 1/2 marathon. I am running one in Oct.0
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Ok, I did run 9.5 miles last weekend, and that was a great run. Today's run ended up being 1 min/mile slower. Felt crappy, got side stitches, had to walk some of it, etc. Got to bed after 1 am last night, but still got up at 5:30 and ran (so I'm sure lack of sleep had alot to do with my poor performance). But, I did it. 7 months ago, I was just starting C25K and my lungs were burning and my heart pounding at the end of that first run/walk. Wow.
It just feels so great. I wish it had been a great run, like my long runs usually are, but they can't always be that way. I am running a 1/2 marathon race in about 7 weeks - can't wait!
Congratulations to you!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm just starting C25k later this month... and I can only dream to be where you are now... great job 0 -
That is awesome ! How did you start your exercise program? I am trying to start running.0
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CONGRATULATIONS! That is awesome, and inspiring. I started C25K in May and made it to Day 1 of Week 7. I was doing good and then ended up with major hip pain. Laid off, stretched more, researched a lot, and today I was all proud of being back up to 20 minutes straight. Your accomplishment is definitely something to strive for.
Thanks for sharing!0 -
Couch to 5K, baby! Lots of apps available for smart phones or ipods - I used JogLog on my iphone (now that I don't need the C25K program, I use Runkeeper). Start out with intervals of running and walking 3x per week, and by the end of 8 weeks, you can run 30 min straight. You can take more weeks if you need to, but I found I could do it. I finished that at the end of February and have just kept running 3 times a week (I do kettlebell workouts 3x a week too), and upping my mileage. Ran a couple 5Ks, a 5 mile trail run, and another 5 mile road race.
My Tuesday and Thursday runs are now usually 4-5 miles, and then a slower, long run on the weekend.0 -
that's amazing! well done you.
sometimes the runs are ****ty, but that's how you can tell when a run is really good. and you kept going, even though it was hard.
10 miles is a long way.
FWIW, i did c25k as well, and it sounds like we're on a similar journey. only i'm a bit further on than you and i'm training for my 2nd marathon! you'll be awesome for your half- come back and tell us how you did. do you post on the long distance or marathon runners board?
I do post in the long distance and 1/2 marathon forums. I always map out and run a huge loop, so I don't have much choice but to keep going if I want to get home!0 -
Fantastic!
Think of your less than ideal training runs as character building and educational. (we all have them........)0 -
CONGRATULATIONS! That is awesome, and inspiring. I started C25K in May and made it to Day 1 of Week 7. I was doing good and then ended up with major hip pain. Laid off, stretched more, researched a lot, and today I was all proud of being back up to 20 minutes straight. Your accomplishment is definitely something to strive for.
Thanks for sharing!
Way to not give up!! I had some arch\inside foot problems that crept up on my long run last weekend, and it had me worried. But it has been better every day since - even on my 10 miler today, so I was relieved. I iced it alot, took ibuprofen, did heel raises, etc. Anything to keep the running going!0 -
Oh my gosh! Great job! Keep up the GREAT work! I want to be able to do that someday soon too.0
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That is awesome! I hope to be running 10 miles someday! Keep up the great work!0
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Fantastic! I know what you mean by feeling bad. Yesterday I did four miles. Usually no problem,but I went later than usual and did not eat anything. I was fine in the first mile but later it felt like my blood turned to mud. I felt like ick. So great job. BTW I'm training for my second half in Jan. :flowerforyou:0
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Good job!
I just finished C25K Week 7 Day 1 this morning.. and even though I had an awful cramp in my right calf, I pushed through and did it!0 -
That is simply awesome! Congrats!0
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Congratulations! You will fly for your half! Good luck!0
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Great Job! I'm scheduled to hit that milestone in 4 weeks! Thanks for the inspiration!
The progress is amazing isn't it?0 -
CONGRATULATIONS!!!!
I also did ~10 miles this morning. Felt GREAT to do it.0 -
If my husband can do it then I'm sure you can! He ran his first half marathon in 2009 and now runs a marathon nearly every week. He was never a runner and in fact when we got married 9 years ago, he was overweight at about ? 18 stone or more and a 42 inch waist Now, he's about 15 stone/34 inch waist. He's also done some triathlons including 2 ironmans. Anyway, enough of that. Keep up the good work and good luck! 0
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