Finally started the C25K

Not starting week 1, I did it last year but stopped running earlier this year due to an injury. C25K is amazing. I actually began to look forward to my runs as I progressed. Just stick at it and you will see good results!

I just started last night with my friend and her daughter. I didn't think I was going to make it through the first night. But I did. I was super proud of myself. Not sure if I can make it to complete jogging, but I am sure going to give it a try.

When I first started I thought that Week 1 was so hard and now at Week 4 (with a break due to injury) I am finding myself able to run for 5 mins without too much effort. It's amazing just how quickly your fitness levels increase. It's such a rewarding programme.

I have done this but i didn't feel i needed to finish the actual app. I just went and ran 5k myself after week 4 or 5 but this was because i was too busy singing and missed the stop to walk chime! Stick it out and when it starts getting tough don't forget you can repeat weeks where needed. Make sure you have good running shoes that give you proper support. Try to run on grass instead of pavements to ease pressure on your joints until your body adapts. I say this because i got terrible shin splints and a long distance runner i know advised me to try running on grass. It did not stop me getting shin splints at first but it was not as crippling when i had been on a softer surface. And i now no longer get them THANK GAWD. Running is addictive and better still totally FREE!!! I would recommend this to everyone who wants to ease into running gradually. Good luck newb C25K'ers i am sure you will all kick *kitten* xxxx

I'M IN! I did this about 5 years ago and had never run in my life previous to starting and LOVED IT. I restarted yesterday too... let's start a 4/30/13 C25K group???

I think id like to join this as well. what do i need to do to join?

I just finished my last week 3 run!

I've never really done any running before (or exercise, for that matter) and had been making so many excuses not to do it. But the idea of being one of those people that 'goes out for a run' in the morning is just something I aspire to. I just never understood how people could be that motivated by exercise... I mean, it's hard!

Then I started C25K. And now I totally get it. I struggle with each of the runs, and I'm constantly wondering whether I'll be able to make it to the end of the run, but I do every time. And every time I'm so glad I did, because the buzz I get afterwards is AWESOME. I find myself contemplating skipping the rest day in between runs, just so that I can progress faster, and run more!

It's a bit tricky for me as I have exams coming up at uni, but I find getting up early to go out for a run really sets me up for the day. So much more energy!

Congratulations to anyone who has just started! I find that getting the motivation to actually do some exercise is one of the hardest parts. Looking forward to hearing about people's progress!

Good luck to you all starting/doing C25K!! It may be hard at first but trust me, it does get better. Before you know it you are running 20-30 minutes and actually enjoying it. Pick a race that's after your expected completion date and sign up now, if you haven't already, to keep you motivated. That really helped me.

I finished last week and will keep building mileage. Already signed up for 6 more races leading up to a half-marathon later in the year. And I'm already researching full marathons to run next year - that's my ultimate goal.

I remember my first week 1 run... I felt like I was about to cough up both lungs, my face was on fire and my knees felt like they had been hit with a hammer! Today I did week 7 run 2, that's 25 minutes of solid running! It feels amazing!! I will admit I haven't always had time to do 3 runs a week, so it has taken 9 weeks for me to get this far. I feel fantastic, your stamina will improve ten fold and the sense of accomplishment is epic! Keep at it!

Ok, I'm in for C25K; starting today! This will be a first for me, but looking forward to it