couch 2 5k
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I totally flopped today on w4d1 so I'll be trying again for it Wednesday.
To everyone worried about being out of shape- that's the point! You start at the bottom and build up. You can even add in a couple weeks building up to the first week of the program. Don't be afraid to go for it, it really does get easier.
I got partway through last year on the treadmill and then switched outside when the weather got better until I got sick and stopped. It took a couple weeks to adjust to outside.
I finished week 3 yesterday and really not looking forward to week 4. Looks tough. I'm finding my running is getting better but even just the 3 minutes kills me. Still so much prefer the shorter bursts. How did it go today, where did you struggle and did you just walk it out or adjust the run time and try to keep some?
I HATE RUNNING!
I had trouble with the five minute runs. On the first one I made it a little over three minutes and cut down to a walk. I was on the hilliest portion of the trail at that point, with steps and a big uphill. I stopped my timer, walked a half minute then started back running and finished the five minutes. I think I psyched myself out on the second five minute run and actually stopped the timer to walk twice. It wasn't quite so hilly so I don't know what the problem was. Tomorrow I will plan my route better so I don't catch so much uphill on that first five minute stretch.0 -
Enjoy your run!I am starting in the morning. Any way I can jump on the support train? Thank you please!0 -
I was on week2/day2 when life happened and i fell off the wagon. that was only a week ago, but it seems so far away! tomorrow begins again with week1/day1.
I'm not down on myself and beating myself up about it. I'm just proof that life happens! the only difference is that after a week of blissful non-exercise, i'm back on track! haha. wishing everyone the best of luck! keep running!0 -
Yesterday I did week 5 day 1 and it was rough! I am kind of nervous about day 2 tomorrow, and esp nervous about day 3! hope i can make it... :ohwell:0
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Just finished week 1. I have never tried to run before. When I'm done, I feel good, but I don't enjoy the running portions here. I barely make it through 60 seconds. We will see what next week brings!0
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WK5 day 2. I didn't realize how much I love running!0
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Completed W6D2 yesterday! I'm loving it so far.0
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well week two brings 90 second runs with 2 minute walks in between, which I just did today, week 2 day two completed.
it was rough, but I saw improvement from week 2 day one, meaning only that I pushed myself harder, went 2.29mi, maybe not a lot for some of yall, but you can look at my pic and tell im out of shape, so that 2.29 really beat me down, but I kept pushing, kept running and am proud of myself, not sure how im going to do a 3 or 5 minute jog though, wish me luck for the coming weeks people.0 -
@kimstwin I am in the same boat...not feelin the "love" for the running part yet...hope it comes tho I want to do two runs...one in July which is only a 2 mile family run and one in sept that is a color run....hoping I can
@shemyg06 I did the same run today and only went 2.19 miles so you are running faster then me!!0 -
congrats on the 2.19, I was suprosed I made it that far, especially since my last run was shorted. but im really not worried about pace now, working more on endurance and being able to run a couple minutes at a time, I can get my speed up later.
still at it though, day off today, so went to park with friend, did a few stairs and walked around the park a little0 -
I was running my butt off and only making it two and a quarter miles; must be what works out.
I did w4d1 again last night. It went better this time. I went on the road by my house and still managed a big uphill on the first five minute run so I walked but on the second five minutes I did great! I even kept going and stretched it into six minutes so I was happy.
I have a really hard time regulating my speed. On the treadmill I struggle to go at 5 mph but outside I tend to go at 6-6.3 mph which totally burns me out on the up hills but is fine on the flat. Any suggestions how to keep pace?0 -
well I was supposd to run today, forgot to charge my phone lastnight and about 10% which I didn't notice until I got to the park, so I didn't run, will run tomorrow though0
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Don't be too nervous. I know, I know... easier said than done. I just did W5D3 yesterday, and if you had told me a few weeks ago that by mid-June, I would run for 20 minutes without a walk break, I would've laughed in your face. You're ready, and you can do it. I feel like week 4 is a kind of "apex" if you will, and once you get past it, you can definitely do week 5.I am starting week 5 this week. Been doing great, but nervous about this week as I am supposed to start running for 5-8 minutes straight. I'll miss Friday since I will be camping, but I will probably redo week 5 next week to make up for it.
One thing I noticed in the 8 and 20 minute runs is that I (and others) started to get kind of tired a few minutes in. That will probably happen to you, but keep going! If you can push past the start, you'll be fine. Getting a longer run started is the hardest part because your body is still getting in the groove and getting your pace going.
Thanks for the encouragement!
I decided to do day 5 of week 5 yesterday since I am missing it today, and I did AWESOME! I ran for 20 minutes straight and wanted to keep going. Not sure if it's good or not, but I ran a 5K in 38:30 which isn't bad for a guy weighing over 300 pounds who hates to run.
I am excited to keep improving and doing my first 5K in July or August. First of many!0 -
Ok...im kinda confused....day 5? I thought it was 3 days/ week? Am i doing the wrong program? Tomorrow will mark week 5 day 3 for me and Im so nervous about having to run 20 mins straight!0
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Did w2d3 today and it was a little rough for me
discouraging but I want to keep going....I did improve my actual "running" distance today! Love that update to the app that tells you how long you walked and how much you ran! I'm hoping I can do w3d1 ok. I think the 2 day rest will be good for me 0 -
Any of you hated running before begin c25k?
It's getting very hot in these days, and i was wondering about run outside instead of dripping sweat on the floor :ohwell:
I've little stamina and tried in the past to begin with running, but i gave up after few weeks.
Btw i know about the running benefits and i'd like to try are there any of you who completed the c25k beginning from 0 level (like me)?
ETA: how many calories do you burn during the 1st week workouts?0 -
I had trouble with the five minute runs. On the first one I made it a little over three minutes and cut down to a walk. I was on the hilliest portion of the trail at that point, with steps and a big uphill. I stopped my timer, walked a half minute then started back running and finished the five minutes. I think I psyched myself out on the second five minute run and actually stopped the timer to walk twice. It wasn't quite so hilly so I don't know what the problem was. Tomorrow I will plan my route better so I don't catch so much uphill on that first five minute stretch.
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I could not agree with you more! It's so psychological. After complaining about those 3min runs I found that knowing my next challenge was the 5 minute I manaed the 3mins pretty well and struggled from about half way through the 5s. It's like I'm programmed to find it hard at the same point each run, even though I might have run more than ever before until that point. Hoping I can just remind myself that after about 30 seconds I find it really tough, but it doesn't actually get any harder than that and that although I want to stop there's no reaon I can't keep going.
Best of luck with week 4!! xx0 -
Third time was a charm! I finally did the w4 workouts as is and added a sixth minute on the last run again.
Crepe- I did this program last year and could barely get through the first week. I started in February and by June I could do 5k in under 30 before I slacked off when my husband got sick. Just repeat if you need to and keep going.
Best of luck to everyone's weekend runs.0 -
i did week 2 day 3 today. so far i'm finding it pretty easy, but today was a bit tougher as i was determined to do it despite having a slightly iffy digestive tract!0
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Finished week 6 day 3 on thursday and finsihed first 5K on saturday (yesterday- not fast but not last! LOL:bigsmile: )0
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Just finished week 7. Think I will repeat it at least one more day. I may actually feel ready for a 5k soon!0
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If you've looked ahead you've probably seen Week 5, day 3 looming ahead of you. 20 minutes running, non-stop. It looks impossible. Before this the most you'll have done will be 8 minutes at a time. 20 minutes is 4 minutes longer than even the longest running day you've had so far if add up the running (8+8, 3+5+3+5, etc.).
Well I just got back from that run and am happy to report that what everyone else says about it is absolutely true. It is 100% mental. Physically it feels about the same as running 8 minutes...just...for longer. Your body will get into a rhythm and if you keep your pace steady you can do it.
To put this in perspective, I'm a 27 year old male, 6'1", and nearly 300lbs or 136kg. Yet, I was still able to do it. Your body will absolutely be ready for it. Trust the program, and trust your body.
Also another tip for the program, is don't worry about your pace per km/mi. If you use an app like runkeeper turn the audio prompt for pace off. The key to c25k is simply to run the time/distance they suggest, regardless of how fast you are. I have no experience running and like I said, am 300lbs and I run about a 12 minute mile. Some beginners run a 13, 14, or even 15 minute miles. Some run a 9 or 10 minute mile. In c25k that is completely irrelevant. Once you're able to run a 5K in distance then you can start worrying about improving your pace.
My husband and I have been stuck on week 5 day 2 for awhile now. We haven't been able to make that mental jump to 20 minutes. But this has been motivating. I want to get him to try this coming week. 0 -
Just did week 2 day 2. I had started running a few months ago but had problems with my back spasing so I started taking hot yoga classes. Now I have no problems with my back and I can do the couch to 5k. I try to do every other day running/yoga. I feel stronger. I have yet to see the scale tipping in my favour but I figure it will come if I keep it up.0
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I finished week 3 this morning but I think I'm going to repeat it because I don't think I have the stamina to do week 4! I looked ahead and saw that I'm supposed to run one segment for 6 minutes and I've had a hard enough time doing the 3 minutes. I don't know if I should just forge ahead & try it but my common sense is telling me I should take another stab at week 3 before moving forward. Also, I'm a lot older than most of you!
If you finished week 3, you are ready to do week 4. Don't sell yourself short. Also, don't worry about your age. People older than you have started running by using this program.
I took your advice & did day 1 of week 4 and it wasn't as hard as I thought it would be. I actually did the 6 minutes without any trouble! Thanks for the encouragement!0 -
I want to do it so bad, but seeing as I have already had 2 seperate knee surgeries and a 3rd pending, I don't think it would be smart. My hats off to anyone who can complete it!0
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Anyone out running in the rain?0
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Whenever it rains!0
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Finally did week 5 day 3, the 20 minute run. It wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. Good luck all!0
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Finally did week 5 day 3, the 20 minute run. It wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. Good luck all!
Way to go!!
Did everyone go elsewhere or is this just abandoned?0
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