3. week of C25K

astridlind22
astridlind22 Posts: 17
in Fitness and Exercise
Hi guys!
I just finished week 2 of the C25K. I did it without taking any breaks and a didn't have to stop at anytime.
My leg is hurting a bit and im taking a break the next 3 days.
But my Q is..

This week i have to run 3 minutes and i'm SO afraid that i won't make it.
What did you guys do? Should i take 1 week where i run 2 minutes straight before moving on to week 3 of the program?
I'm so afraid of failing.

What did you do? :)

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  • Junken_Diraffe
    Junken_Diraffe Posts: 716 Member
    If you successfully completed all the days of the week before, just continue on to the next week. You'll be okay. If you try it and ya can't do it, just repeat until you can. Good luck!
  • diver71_au
    diver71_au Posts: 424 Member
    If you completed week 2 as programmed you should just trust yourself and do what it says for week 3. Only repeat if you cant complete the run as scheduled.

    It will be hard but in the end it will be worth it.


    I am on week 4 now (my second time through)
  • niknak2308
    niknak2308 Posts: 315 Member
    If you're not feeling ready for it, (especially if you're feeling injured!) I'd suggest re-doing the week 2 so you will feel confident moving to week 3, and you won't be putting extra pressure on yourself or your body. Definitely make sure you're feeling better before moving on though as you don't want to risk further injury.

    Well done for your determination so far - rest up and make sure you stretch before and after as that can really help with injury prevention... Have a brisk walk, then stretch, then start your routine.

    I've been through C25k and am now training for a Half Marathon! Feel free to add me if you want a running friend :)
  • bonjour24
    bonjour24 Posts: 1,119 Member
    Just suck it up and do it. When i started c25k i had to keep reassuring myself that this program has worked for thousands of people, and the only thing stopping me was my mind telling me i couldnt possibly run that far. But you can- if i could at 230lbs and very unfit, you can too. Just trust in the training and it will work.and trust in yourself and your own ability. And fwiw, as long as you keep trying you cant fail!

    Eta- i did c25k 2 years ago, then b210k, then 8 halves and 2 fulls. It does work, honest.
  • astridlind22
    astridlind22 Posts: 17
    Thanks guys!
    I will push myself to do it. I really love running... or i love the feeling after haha.
    My hope is that the "pain" is gone in three days and i can continue.

    Thank you for the support.
    See you on the other side of 3 minutes then ;) haha
  • diver71_au
    diver71_au Posts: 424 Member
    Just as an aside ..... what pain are you feeling ?

    Just stiffness and soreness of the muscles or a burning pain in the shins, or knee pains ?

    Anything other than muscle soreness you should rest until it is gone. You also might want to look at seeing a shoe fitting specialist to check your stride and get a pair of shoes that suit the way you run.
  • RepsnSets
    RepsnSets Posts: 805 Member
    I did my first workout for week three today and it went well. I also did it with a leg injury so now Im looking at having the rest of the week off but the first workout was really good. You will be surprised! If you cant cope just slow down your running speed.
  • astridlind22
    astridlind22 Posts: 17
    I can't feel anything if i'm on the crosstrainer or a stationary bike, but if i PW or run it starts to hurt on the left side of the leg.
    It's kinda hard to explain. It hurts and if i press with my finger it's really sore.
    I haven't been running this week yet. I wanna wait until tomorrow.

    The pain goes away after an hour or so.. but i guess it's kinda a sharp pain.

    Does it even make sense?
  • RepsnSets
    RepsnSets Posts: 805 Member
    I can't feel anything if i'm on the crosstrainer or a stationary bike, but if i PW or run it starts to hurt on the left side of the leg.
    It's kinda hard to explain. It hurts and if i press with my finger it's really sore.
    I haven't been running this week yet. I wanna wait until tomorrow.

    The pain goes away after an hour or so.. but i guess it's kinda a sharp pain.

    Does it even make sense?

    I have a feeling it may have to do with our running technique. Might have a look online for some tips unless anyone here has some links we can refer to?
  • astridlind22
    astridlind22 Posts: 17
    Wuhuuuuuuu!
    Just wanted to let you know, that i did day 1 week 3 today - and i ROCKED IT!!!
    No breaks or anything. I'm feeling so high right now!!
  • RepsnSets
    RepsnSets Posts: 805 Member
    Wuhuuuuuuu!
    Just wanted to let you know, that i did day 1 week 3 today - and i ROCKED IT!!!
    No breaks or anything. I'm feeling so high right now!!

    Awesome work! Bring it on week 4 :)
  • FrustratedYoYoer
    FrustratedYoYoer Posts: 274 Member
    I went straight into Week 3, give it a try and if it's too much then go back a week. I just finished week 3 today and will be starting week 4 on the weekend

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