Any c25k newbies?

Yesterday I did week 6 day 2. I still can't believe how far I've come!!!!!!!!!! I've NEVER run before. I was a zumba queen (lol) and did workout DVD's. Now I am running and lifting heavy weights and I feel amazing!

I plan to run an event where I live called Karaoke 5k on November 8th that I am really excited about

Hello All,

c25k n00b here.. I am planning on starting my c25k on Monday the 15th(MWF). I'm also going to be getting back on track with Nutrisystem (took a 2 month break). I have already lost about 50lbs since I started this journey in April, although from July-Present I really didn't lose any weight, but I didn't gain any either. Anyways, I'm rambling.. I have been staring at the c25k program on my desk for almost 2 years now. I don't know why, but I often find myself feeling like there's a skinny person inside of me that just wants to jump out of the fat guy and go for a long run. Obviously that hasn't happened yet, but I'm hoping that with Nutrisystems and the c25k program I can get there. I have a personal/private goal that I hope to accomplish about 1 year from now. Only time will tell if I can get there. Is there anything I should know about the c25k besides not trying to run too fast too soon? Also, how to I add weight loss tracker bar to my signature?

TIA!

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Not much too add, it's a pretty simple program and YOU CAN DO IT! What I was say is if you struggle with one particular day and can't finish, don't get discouraged. Repeat that day the next time and keep repeating it until you finish, then move on. You are kidding yourself if you think you can move on without completing everything. It doesn't really matter how long the C25K program takes you, in the end, you will be running 3.1 miles. Good luck!

Not much too add, it's a pretty simple program and YOU CAN DO IT! What I was say is if you struggle with one particular day and can't finish, don't get discouraged. Repeat that day the next time and keep repeating it until you finish, then move on. You are kidding yourself if you think you can move on without completing everything. It doesn't really matter how long the C25K program takes you, in the end, you will be running 3.1 miles. Good luck!

Thanks for the motivation! It's greatly appreciated. We will see what Monday brings.

I started C25K yesterday morning. Ran 5k in 33:20, so I guess I'm done. Was really just curious if all that powerlifting kept me in good cardio shape. Yup. I haven't run more than 5 minutes in the last 10 years.

Any particular reason for waiting til Monday? No pressure honest, but while you are motivated and enthused why not start now? The app does not care which day you start. Have fun

Mainly so that I can get everything on a schedule so to speak. I plan on doing the c25k during my lunch break. With a newborn and an almost 2 year old at home there's not much time for "me" anywhere else. haha So, Monday Wednesday and Friday will be my c25k days.

Doing the third session of week three tomorrow morning. Enjoy is such a strong word, persevering is where I am at and waiting for the famous runner buzz to kick in. Will see how it goes

Couldn't agree more, I'm starting week 3 tomorrow and still struggling, in my mind I hate running so I know the battle is psychological for me but hoping the buzz kicks in soon!!

Had a bad C25K day yesterday. Started W6D2, My first 10 minute run went okay, then my 3 minute walk, started in on my second 10 minute run but could only manage half. I was so disappointed because It was the first time I had to stop. I am putting it down to dehydration after a very dodgy tummy the night before.

Anyway onward and upward, at least I seem to have broken through a really long weight loss plateau with a decent weight loss this morning (the above mentioned dodgy tummy was possibly a contributor though)

I'm gonna repeat W6D2 and keep plugging away.

after clicking on the MFP logo, did you then press send at the top?

anyway, i completed W1 D3 today, not only did i find it easier than the first 2 days i also sang through the whole work out EVEN WHEN RUNNING
Im sure the people at the gym loved that HAHAH

feeling a bit nervous about runs longer than 60 seconds tbh but i need to just get on with it and like i said in a PP if i need to I will re do days untill im able to complete it

Had a bad C25K day yesterday. Started W6D2, My first 10 minute run went okay, then my 3 minute walk, started in on my second 10 minute run but could only manage half. I was so disappointed because It was the first time I had to stop. I am putting it down to dehydration after a very dodgy tummy the night before.

Anyway onward and upward, at least I seem to have broken through a really long weight loss plateau with a decent weight loss this morning (the above mentioned dodgy tummy was possibly a contributor though)

I'm gonna repeat W6D2 and keep plugging away.

I repeated lots of days - but I didn't let it put me off becuase i was doing something. I also stopped quite a few times during runs.
Realised after signing up on here that I'd been going too fast, so I dropped my pace and found it much easier. But I think the fast pace I'd set before, even when i couldn't finsh also helped me.
The important thing is don't be down on yourself or too disappointed. You are doing wonderfully just by doing what you're doing.
And you will get there, you're obviously dedicated!

Completed W1D2 last night. My legs were still a little sore/tired from the first days run (Tuesday night) but still pushed through and completed it. Looking forward to Day 3 tomorrow. I made a new running playlist which should definitely help the time go by. I'm curious if I'm running at an average pace. Distance wise, I went 1.84 miles W1D1 (27:11) and 1.76 miles W1D2 (25:35). Can anyone else doing week 1 share their distances so I know if I'm running at a good pace. Thanks!

Completed W1D2 last night. My legs were still a little sore/tired from the first days run (Tuesday night) but still pushed through and completed it. Looking forward to Day 3 tomorrow. I made a new running playlist which should definitely help the time go by. I'm curious if I'm running at an average pace. Distance wise, I went 1.84 miles W1D1 (27:11) and 1.76 miles W1D2 (25:35). Can anyone else doing week 1 share their distances so I know if I'm running at a good pace. Thanks!

Two things should help you

If you are sore do NOT run. You need your body to repair itself, a few extra days at the start will not make a jot of difference towards in the end. You should have at least one days rest between the run sessions. Some people do run on successive days but they have been running for a long time. If you run while sore you stand more chance of getting an injury. Your body gets stronger on the rest days in response to the training stimulation supplied on the run days.

You are on a beginners programme, speed comes with doing longer distances. Do not compare yourself to others, it is your journey and yours alone. On your run intervals you should be able to hold a conversation with someone, if you cannot you are going too fast, slow down. As a result you are more likely to repeat the programme without repeat days. The programme is there to get you used to the running motion and the stresses it places on your body. It is not about speed.

I am curious are your doing distance or time because I would expect one or other to remain constant whereas you seemed to have varied both time and distance?

Distance wise, I went 1.84 miles W1D1 (27:11) and 1.76 miles W1D2 (25:35). Can anyone else doing week 1 share their distances so I know if I'm running at a good pace. Thanks!

The main thing is to complete the time, it's really not important at this stage what pace you're doing. Once you can run for 30 minutes continuously then you can start to think about getting more time on your feet and increasing your pace

Didn't think it could be done but I'm sitting here having completed week 9, day 2 yesterday. Ran a 5k in 26:48. When I started, I really struggled to get my breath at even the 1min jogs. IT CAN BE DONE PEOPLE. NEVER GIVE UP!!!

I still struggle during the first 5 mins of each run with the "voices" telling me my legs are sore or I'm not getting my second wind or I should just walk... but once I get through those early stages, it gets much easier. (Just discovered in the last couple of runs that an iPod helps drown out those "voices") ????

Looking forward to my last run on Tuesday before I start on a programme to get me up to 10k. And coming from someone who has never really liked jogging/running, that's a complete turnaround.

Good luck C25K-ers

Great job!

By the way, I finished C25K almost a year ago and still hear those voices when I start out. I am training for a 10K next month and when running yesterday, I targeted 6 miles. Like you said, when I started out, I convinced myself that I wouldn't finish... legs were tired, I was out of breath, had a stomach ache, etc... When after the first mile, I felt great. I ran 6.15 miles and could have kept going. Great job!

I will be starting Week 5 today. I am very much enjoying it (I never thought I would say that...) and I have a question.

I have heard it recommended that the running intervals should be done at conversational pace. Why is that? My natural tendency is to go a bit faster to the extent that I can say a few words if I had to but my breathing is heavy. I manage to recover sufficiently within walking sections to do the other intervals and in my off days I can recover so I am fresh for the next workout.

Will I benefit from deliberately slowing down?

I have heard it recommended that the running intervals should be done at conversational pace. Why is that?

What you need to find is a pace that you can sustain for a reasonable period, and being able to speak a sentence at a time is generally seen as a reasonable benchmark for that pace.

My natural tendency is to go a bit faster to the extent that I can say a few words if I had to but my breathing is heavy. I manage to recover sufficiently within walking sections to do the other intervals and in my off days I can recover so I am fresh for the next workout.

Will I benefit from deliberately slowing down?

I would suggest just judging your progress as you go onto longer sessions, if that pace isn't sustainable then ease back a little.

What I do now is, because I always run alone, count out loud if I'm wanting to gauge effort. Generally only when I'm out on the trail though.

Cheers. That makes sense.