How is doing c25k? Lets support each other

beattie....I think rest is a good idea. Take care :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:

beattie....I think rest is a good idea. Take care :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:

Thanks Maureen!
I'm poised with my congratulations for you very soon.......

I just did w2d1 this morning (did week 1 last week of course). I found w1 easy but w2 seems a lot harder to me. I was so glad when it was over! Then again I felt that way for w1d1 too.

Thanks, Joreanasaurous! I'll try that out and see if it helps!!

Great video. Thanks for sharing. I'll have to try the stretching tomorrow morning before my run.

So glad I found this group. Hi everyone, I went on my second run of my life yesterday.

I was the girl in gym class that opted for a 4 km speed walk rather than the 1km run. I do remember a run or two from elementary school, and enjoying them, but that is it for running history.

I downloaded the C25K app and went for my first run (okay, joggle) on Sunday. I've been exercising almost every day since having my daughter last summer, so I found it pretty easy and even started running a little early and keeping running after the automated wench told me to stop. Oh, and I didn't think to turn around when she told me I was halfway finished, so I did a km extra at the end to get home.

Then the shin splints let me know 0 to 5km in one fell swoop was not the best idea.

I went out for a second run yesterday and jumped ahead to Week 2 day 1. This was a lot harder, but manageable, and I think I'll try week 3, day 1 tomorrow to see if that's where I should be starting at.

Am I totally crazy to jump ahead like this? I want to try running (or walking, or joggling) a 5k with friends on August 18 so I'm feeling the need to get going.

And I got new shoes to try to help with the sore shins...

So glad to see there are so many running beginners out there, I'm really excited about this new thing!

Just started C25K this week. Just finished day 2 today.

So glad I found this group. Hi everyone, I went on my second run of my life yesterday.

I was the girl in gym class that opted for a 4 km speed walk rather than the 1km run. I do remember a run or two from elementary school, and enjoying them, but that is it for running history.

I downloaded the C25K app and went for my first run (okay, joggle) on Sunday. I've been exercising almost every day since having my daughter last summer, so I found it pretty easy and even started running a little early and keeping running after the automated wench told me to stop. Oh, and I didn't think to turn around when she told me I was halfway finished, so I did a km extra at the end to get home.

Then the shin splints let me know 0 to 5km in one fell swoop was not the best idea.

I went out for a second run yesterday and jumped ahead to Week 2 day 1. This was a lot harder, but manageable, and I think I'll try week 3, day 1 tomorrow to see if that's where I should be starting at.

Am I totally crazy to jump ahead like this? I want to try running (or walking, or joggling) a 5k with friends on August 18 so I'm feeling the need to get going.

And I got new shoes to try to help with the sore shins...

So glad to see there are so many running beginners out there, I'm really excited about this new thing!

I think it's a mistake to jump ahead - especially if you've had shin splints or any other injury. You may feel ready for it, but your body needs to get used to what you're asking of it. Don't skip your rest days either!

I'm off the program (was on week 8) while my knee heals (I got "runners knee" and can barely walk at the moment) and when I eventually get back into it I'll be starting right from the beginning and doing every week at least twice to help my body get accustomed to what I want to do.

More haste, less speed - good luck and go slow!!!

Hi, I just started C25K and just finished W2D1 and my shins are hurting so bad that when i finished i could barely walk. What is the deal???? ANy suggestions? I really don't want to quit or rest a week or two as I am very motivated and that is rare.

I just started myself.. still on week 1 which i started all over because I hurt my knee the first day out...

most likely it's your shoes if you don't already have a proper pair... i got a pair of adidas boston 3s on clearance at a local sporting goods store for $30 and it made a world of difference.. it literally feels like i'm bouncing on a cloud when comparing to my old shoes.

running is pretty traumatic on your body... especially your legs... proper shoes with cushioning and support will help prevent all kinds of injuries

I was supposed to do w3d2 this morning, but my hubby told me too late that he had to leave early so I may do it tonight or get it in tomorrow morning. My lower legs were a little sore this morning from my walk yesterday. We have a walk challenge starting on Monday at work so we were given pedometers on Tuesday. I logged over 16,000 steps yesterday. It's nice to have the added motivation to get out and move. Hopefully my legs will be ready to go tomorrow.

Hi, I just started C25K and just finished W2D1 and my shins are hurting so bad that when i finished i could barely walk. What is the deal???? ANy suggestions? I really don't want to quit or rest a week or two as I am very motivated and that is rare.

If you can go to a running store. They can watch the way you walk and run and give you suggestions for shoes that work for your specifically.

Also maybe google running form and see if something is off? Like are you handing on your heel or something?

W3d2 done! It was a little bit of a struggle, but much better than w3d1. W3d3 on Sunday.

W3d3 done! I actually enjoyed it today. I didn't want to get out of bed, but once I did I felt great. I think I am ready to move on to W4. I think this will be the biggest challenge week. 3 and 5 mins jogs, Eek!! We'll see how it goes on Wednesday. My first 5K is on Oct.5th. I should have plenty of time to finish even if I have to repeat a couple of days. Can't believe I am almost 1/2 way through already.

How is everyone else making out?

Well done Nicole!! I'm still limping around, so no chance of running again just yet. I'm keeping a finger on the pulse, though, and cheering you and the others on this thread on! :drinker:

Good job everyone! :flowerforyou: Keep going! :drinker: beattie, keep resting...hope you feel better. I did the 8 week program and I have completed it!!! :drinker: For some reason I am finding that the first 7-8 minutes are the toughest for me??? It seems like once I hit 8 or 9 minutes it gets easier.? Is it this way for anyone else?

Week 3, Day 2 just finished... Day 2 for every week has been my struggle. One more run, and I'm on to Week 4. *shudder*

Hi, anyone else just starting? I will be doing my first day tonight after work. Would like to friend some people who are near the beginning of their journey like me.