anyone doing couch to 5K on treadmill?

I will admit that I first started running without my glasses (I can see without them but distant things are blurry) in part because I decided that if I couldn't recognize somebody from down the block, they couldn't see me. It helped me not feel self conscious, lol. But seriously, even now, I think I huff and puff loudly while running. I did a 5k with my sister a few weeks ago and warned her that I feel fine while running but sound like I am out of breath.

Anyway, I think you'll really like the C25k. And staying inside due to heat is completely understandable. I'm in OH so it's not as hot but even here, the temperature and humidity is enough that I have been adding more walk breaks into my runs.

I hate hate hate the treadmill, so I do all of my running outside. I am on Week 3 day 3 of C25K, and I don't give a rat's behind what anyone thinks of me. Totally understand not running in the heat though. Summer in the southern US is miserable. I say do what makes you comfortable, and if people look at you, they are probably thinking they want to be like you. :flowerforyou: Have fun with it!

Scrap the treadmill and get over your fears and go outside. It is more difficult but you will like it much better than the damned hamster wheel.

If you do insist on running on the TM, put it at a 1 or 2 incline. That helps simulate a little better the friction and pushing off of the ground.

I use the treadmill now. I tried doing it outside (which I enjoyed) but it was during my lunch time and it became difficult to do and make sure I showered and got back to work on time. I would put my earphones in and go for it. Now I work out at 4:30am and would not dare be outside at the time so I use the treadmill instead.

I'm wrapping up Week 3 of the C25K program. By nature I'm pretty shy and self conscious. But I am running outside early in the mornings. It is as cool as it can get for July and for the route I have, less traffic on the road. However, and I remind myself this, what is it I say or think whenever I'm driving and I pass a runner - especially an obviously overweight runner...? I mentally cheer them with a "you go fella, or girl" and actually think pretty positive thoughts toward them for being out there and working on something rather than just sitting around wishing for change or hoping for change without trying. Be encouraged! I doubt very many people will give you the time of day, but if they do, I bet there will be some impressed and supportive glances. Hope these thoughts help! oh - and one advantage to running outside if there is traffic... cars whizzing by produce a really fantastic breeze on those hot days!

The important thing is that you're running and getting the exercise. Some prefer the treadmill and apparently some think that real running only occurs outdoors. Run where you're comfortable running.

I was hoping once I wasn't so out of shape I could switch to outside!

The first day wasn't so bad and I love how you can listen to your own music but I can still hear the prompts to change my speed. I will keep the other version in mind as I progress! Thanks!

Also, the app is (in my opinion) awesome. I felt SO accomplished finishing. I got out of the habit + I am now re-doing it!

Brian..Is it just me or are you trying to be mean? Other people are saying in this thread they don't like to be outside because of heat. You do...great. Don't ram it down my throat because I'm not superman like you!

I'm not being mean but I am being honest. If you WANTED to run outside, it is doable while avoiding the far from brutal Kansas heat. You've changed your reasoning (too embarrassed ... to when you're not so out of shape you'll run outside ... to it's too hot ... never mind that the ENTIRE state of Kansas is below 80 degrees right now) for not going outside and every reason you've given is an excuse. Be honest and admit that you run on the treadmill in your basement either because a) you prefer it, b) that you really have little to no desire to run outside, or c) so you can stay planted in front of the TV.

Chill out, homeslice. Sheesh. Why the intense interest in somebody else's reasons for exercising the way they do? She's getting her workout in and that's what matters.

I'm just about to finish week 3. Apart from once in week 1 I have run on a treadmill, but on Saturday I'm going to do a Parkrun 5k so will be taking it outside. Not sure how I will do, but I am conscious of the difference and want eventually to run outside all the time. It's a matter of preference, and starting slowly in the gym can be a confidence builder.

i did c25k on a treadmill over a year ago and am still running 3 days a week on the treadmill. i prefer running with ac and a tv lol. plus i squeeze it in while my son is napping or playing quietly. running in the summer heat is a killer. running is boring no matter how you slice it (for me anyway) and i am just doing it to get a good workout in so id rather pass the time as pleasantly as possible.
i dont get why you would get attacked over a question like this. who doesnt have excuses/reasons for doing things that are hard? what matters is that youre doing it in a way that it will get done. goodness gracious!