I tested out Couch to 5k today...

happyheart15 · October 2013

Just to see what I could do. There are eight 60-second running intervals on Week 1 Day 1, and I made it through five of them before my chest started hurting, I couldn't breathe, and I had to walk the rest of the time. But you know what? I'm super proud of myself!!! I know I'll be able to run a little more each time. I was pleasantly surprised that I made it through those five! I only thought I'd make it through two.

Six months or a year ago, or all the times in the past that I'd test out Couch to 5k, I could barely make it the first 60-second interval before I felt like I was going to die. And no way could I do another 60-second interval. I'd have to walk the rest of the way. Then I'd put C25K out of my mind for months.

But I'm ready now. I need a new challenge to help me lose the rest of my weight. So what if I have to repeat weeks of C25k? I will never give up. I officially start tomorrow.

AmyZ46 · October 2013

I just had a message about it and I may try it really soon !!

Good work by the way !!

keeptehpeace · October 2013

Woohoo, go you! I love C25K! :drinker:

Littlestandrews · October 2013

Good for you! You can do it. I started in late May of this year and it took me 12 weeks to complete C25K. Most people are so gung ho that they won't redo weeks. I redid week 3 and I redid week 5 twice! Now I can run for an hour straight (over 5 miles) without stopping. Don't go too fast, run at a conversational pace.

cicamuz · October 2013

It took me about a month to do that first week ;-) I stuck with it through sun, rain and snow (not ice though!) and 18 months later I did my 1st half marathon in 2 hours and 55 seconds (damn those seconds!!!)

echoesmyron · October 2013

That's awesome! Good for you and stick with it!
Re-do weeks if you feel you need to and don't give up.

happyheart15 · October 2013

Thanks everyone!

xmysterix · October 2013

Heh, I did a whole blog post a week or two ago about repeating. I'm still on day 1 and I don't care. I'm going to stick with day 1 until 8 intervals comes naturally.

Right now I can manage 3. Keep up the great work!

Sarahnade42x · October 2013

SO proud of you!!

I did the C25K program too and definitely had to repeat days/weeks in the process, but in the end it was totally worth it. Running a 5k is now part of my regular workout. Keep it going!

mel_2812 · October 2013

C25K was hard for me...I remember thinking ''I won't be able to get to the end''.

I pushed through it and I stopped at end of week 7 because I got a new training program from a personal trainer and unfortunately, don't have enough time to continue with C25K.

I still run though and I actually enjoy it! I run for 20ish minutes straight and could continue longer...thanks to C25K!

I was going to fast when I first started but I slowed down a bit and now, I have no problem at all getting to the 20 minutes markup!

It really works, if I can do it, you can too! Believe me, I couldn't run for 30 seconds straight, I was so out of shape...and now, look at me, running 20 minutes! Never in my life I would thought this possible.

laursoar · October 2013

I really want to start C25K too. I keep putting it off, mostly because it's still in hot and rainy mode where I live. I love hearing how so many people who never were runners get into running because of it!

mloumason · October 2013

I just downloaded this app today my dad is a runner so i would like to surprise him and do a 5k with him come this spring. So I'm now in the market to find a running stroller.

sweet_blasphemy · October 2013

that's awesome! i'm on week 1 for the second week in a row, myself. it is getting a teensy weensy bit easier each time. I've never ran before this, so it'll probably just take me a little longer. but dammit, i'm gonna finish it.

qtgonewild · October 2013

great job. I tried it out yesterday. I was only able to run the first two before having to go to my car to puff my inhaler. lol baby steps. I wanna run so bad but I know I'm still too big for it.

CherylP67 · October 2013

You can do it.

I started 7 times before I finally finished the program a couple weeks ago.

The difference for me was to go slow through the runs.

There's a c25k group on here that really helped keep me going.

bornofthorns · October 2013

Great job! Be careful, you could get addicted

Schellsisbacktoattack · October 2013

Running a 5k is on my bucket list... right now my priorities are shifted just for the time being... I have a tremendous amount of stress,,,reviewing for the boards,, and keeping as healthy as I can while going through the process. My exam is end of Oct., after i take it and pass, I will be able focus on myself and start the C25K!! that is my goal, and I cant wait!!

I am very active on mfp, I post, and comment.. and love hearing from friends.... SO .. if your interested in having me as a friend!... add me! I have 70lbs to lose!

Hope to hear from you soon!

Schellie :flowerforyou:

carolina822 · October 2013

Way to go!

I'm in week 3. It's taken me about six to get there - lol (some repeats, some weeks of just being a slacker) and I can't decide if I'm going to repeat it or not. Week 4 is a pretty significant jump in run time, so I may need to hold off another week or two.

It's such a great excuse to be outside in the lovely fall weather we've been having, and my dog loves it too!

JimBarnhartMN · October 2013

Good for you! I don't use the formal C25K, but I'm proud to say I RAN 5K (ran the whole way, no walking) on Saturday and did it in 28:40. When I started in February I could only walk for 20 minutes.

trevnem · October 2013

Awesome!! I downloaded the app today and will start tomorrow! add me if you want I will be documenting my progress, good luck!

Directionerme · October 2013

i use C25K and i LOVE it. its easy for me to use. and asthma keeps me from running far but after C25K i am now able t orunn longer distants.

I tested out Couch to 5k today...

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