Daily Check In Thread
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That's about what I did. However, I don't think that you should include the w/u and c/d unless you plan to go at the same pace as your w/u and c/d when you do your 5k (if you're training for one). I don't know about you, but I just walked during my w/u and c/d, so I didn't see the point in including that. The way I see it, the program is supposed to track my running, not walking. And, yes, pace yourself. If you can't finish a workout, it's because you're going too fast. Good luck.W1D1 completed tonight with my wife.
We didn't cover much ground, 1.7 miles including the warm up. We are going slow like recommended. is this about normal?
That's right. You did it once, so you can do it again. :bigsmile:... And I kind of felt like dying, but if I did it once, I can do it again, I will probably do it again before I move on. I feel like I'm back on track now.
Are you doing the 8-wk program or the 9-wk program? If you're doing the 9-wk program, there's still time to make your goal. Either way, remember that the point of the program is not to get you to do 5k in exactly 30 minutes, so you HAVE succeeded. :flowerforyou:W8D3 done & dusted, 30 minutes running @ 6:02min/km, just missed the 5km in 30min by like 30m. A little pissed, but happy considering the last km I did I had a stitch the entire way.0 -
w3d3 tonight, went for a slower pace tonight but wasnt expecting to be as slow as i was. wanted to slow it down cos w4 starts the serious running times.0
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Are you doing the 8-wk program or the 9-wk program? If you're doing the 9-wk program, there's still time to make your goal. Either way, remember that the point of the program is not to get you to do 5k in exactly 30 minutes, so you HAVE succeeded. :flowerforyou:W8D3 done & dusted, 30 minutes running @ 6:02min/km, just missed the 5km in 30min by like 30m. A little pissed, but happy considering the last km I did I had a stitch the entire way.
8wk program Don't get me wrong I was/am happy I made 30 minutes, would have just been nice to knock over 3 of my running goals in one go, especially when I came soooo close. 0 -
I DID IT! W9D1 for me. My previous best was 2.25 miles in 32 minutes. Tonight, I wanted to go for it and see what I could do.
Neighborhood run. Slightly hilly but nothing obnoxious.
3.1 miles in 41 minutes 26 seconds!
Not only did I beat my best distance, but I beat my best time as well! I was sprinting at the end I was so ecstatic!
My first official 5K is in less than two weeks, so I plan on keeping up with the runs.
Man, it feels good. I RAN 5K!!!!
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w4d1 complete. that was the hardest thus far. hopefully its easier next time0
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I DID IT! W9D1 for me. My previous best was 2.25 miles in 32 minutes. Tonight, I wanted to go for it and see what I could do.
Neighborhood run. Slightly hilly but nothing obnoxious.
3.1 miles in 41 minutes 26 seconds!
Not only did I beat my best distance, but I beat my best time as well! I was sprinting at the end I was so ecstatic!
My first official 5K is in less than two weeks, so I plan on keeping up with the runs.
Man, it feels good. I RAN 5K!!!!
Congrats!!!! That's a great accomplishment!!! I'm hoping to get my actual 3.1 done in the next week - I'm working my way up to it!0 -
Forgot to check in on Saturday - but I did 2.4 miles in 30 minutes - 12:23 and 12:35 splits. It was a bad run - out of breath, had to walk twice, all while trying not to swallow the hoard of gnats in my face!
I was never so happy to hear time up! But then I was shocked when I looked at my mile times. A big improvement for me!
Going to stop at the park on the way home from work today and try for a 35 minute run. It's been a few weeks since I've been to the park - very excited to run the trail again!0 -
Last week:
Monday: 3 miles + 6 strides
Tuesday: 2.5 miles
Wednesday: 3 miles + 6 strides (and strength training)
Thursday: Zumba class
Friday: 3 miles (and Body Shred class)
Saturday: Rest
Sunday: 5.25 miles
Total mileage: 16.75 miles0 -
Great job putcake and to everyone finishing their programs! I moved over to the 10K check in thread posted earlier in the last few pages... they're serious over there 0
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yup...pretty serious...i still have til nov 9th for my first 5K....not really building to 10K, this friday i have my first 5 mile run scheduled.
still feel awkward posting in the 10K group..0 -
Yesterday = 4 miles total (3 miles + 8 strides).0
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This morning I sorta completed W6/D2 but in reality it was my third straight 2 mile run, and I increased my speed from 5.0 to 5.3 (yup, treadmill). Shaved a minute off my time compared to Sunday. Thurs (aka W6/D3) going for 2.25miles, or maybe 2.5 if I'm feeling good..0
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Due to Boyscouts this last weekend, I'm a bit behind in the schedule but I just finished Day 2 of Week 2. In the cold.0
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Last night I went out for my week 1 day 2 run, it was first time running outside in a year. It was great but I'm sore (I biked 20km today too)! My pace was slow but I am excited to work up my running skills again. Went 1.92 miles in 28:30. Tomorrow I'm planning to do day 3.0
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still feel awkward posting in the 10K group..
No need to feel awkward - it's more for C25K graduates rather than a strictly 10K programme board anyway so just join in
Anyway, if you're running 5miles this weekend you're already running further than me lol0 -
Last night I went out for my week 1 day 2 run, it was first time running outside in a year. It was great but I'm sore (I biked 20km today too)! My pace was slow but I am excited to work up my running skills again. Went 1.92 miles in 28:30. Tomorrow I'm planning to do day 3.
That's not slow, don't be hard on yourself! The aches and pains ease the more you run so don't let them put you off; I think our bodies just need to adjust to the whole concept of running and after a while you'll run 2miles and think nothing off it the next day 0 -
thanks for the kind words yam!0
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W6D3 tonight. 22 minute run here I come!0
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Pretty disappointed in myself again today. I was able to talk myself out of running my entire W7D3
I'm not sure if I should try again tonight, or do it in the morning. Feeling lazy. I try to remember how great I feel when I'm done.0 -
Pretty disappointed in myself again today. I was able to talk myself out of running my entire W7D3
I'm not sure if I should try again tonight, or do it in the morning. Feeling lazy. I try to remember how great I feel when I'm done.
I almost backed out of doing my W1D3 run last night because "my body is too tired". Once I forced myself out the door, I felt great and was glad to have gone. Get out there and run! 0 -
smashed w4d2 tonight. really happy. report to come0
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Congrats to you! :drinker:smashed w4d2 tonight. really happy. report to come
Wooohooo! Good luck.W6D3 tonight. 22 minute run here I come!
badwolfIO, I hope that you got a chance to go out and run since your last post. Sometimes, you do need a break, though. So, if you've been working out a lot, grant yourself that break. But, don't get too comfortable and forget to go back out. I was pretty exhausted w C25K around the same time, but then I remembered how far I had come. Hang in there. I look forward to seeing your update on W7D3! 0 -
Congrats to you! :drinker:smashed w4d2 tonight. really happy. report to come
Wooohooo! Good luck.W6D3 tonight. 22 minute run here I come!
badwolfIO, I hope that you got a chance to go out and run since your last post. Sometimes, you do need a break, though. So, if you've been working out a lot, grant yourself that break. But, don't get too comfortable and forget to go back out. I was pretty exhausted w C25K around the same time, but then I remembered how far I had come. Hang in there. I look forward to seeing your update on W7D3!
Nope.... overslept on my alarm this morning (mostly on purpose). So I guess I'll do a retry tonight. I was going to leave it until tomorrow, but I read your post. You're right. I don't want to leave it too long. Thanks!0 -
W4D1 today. That was challenging. I'm nervous again about being ready for the 5k on Thanksgiving day
Just keep swimming... just keep swimming...0 -
interesting w4d3 tonight. will report later0
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W4D1 today. That was challenging.
yeh w4d1 is a shock to the system. d2 and d3 are easier then w5d1 drops back to 1 min less running for the routine so stick with it0 -
burnt my heel last night on a piece of charcoal.
thats going to set me back 1 or 2 weeks
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Did Week 4, Day 1 yesterday. I was so freaked out about the 5min going in, but I told myself to just get through it and not worry about going fast. And I did it! And it actually felt pretty good!
I was so excited when I was finished. When I first started I couldn't even get through a whole minute on Week 1 without having to stop. Thinking about getting through the entire program seemed impossible then, but now that I can see my progress, the rest of the program doesn't seem as intimidating!0 -
I am happy to announce that today I graduated from C25K! I completed my 30 minute run and, not only did I do it, but it was a pretty great run (despite my muscles being a bit sore from previous strength training).
My first 5K is in a little less than two weeks and I already signed up for a second that is happening on Thanksgiving.
I'm glad to be done and glad that it ended on a great note, but I'll definitely miss C25K. I'm currently looking for a good 10K training program. Has anyone tried and had success with B210K? Or any other program?0 -
Congratulations!0
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