Things I wish I knew when I started running.
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Great post OP0
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You wouldn’t guess it by looking at me but I’m a runner. I’m the happiest when I’m running. I have a lot of weight to lose and sometimes that gets me down but this is exactly what I needed to hear (or read). Thank you.0
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Great post! I'm tackling my first 5k this coming Sunday and I'm stoked! I've had a run where I just got lost in the run itself and then suddenly realized I went further than I ever have. I'm hoping to to have this happen on a regular basis.0
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This is a great post! I starting to really doubt the program. I have made it all the way to week 7 day3 of c25k and just could not finish the day despite having done it before! Good to remember we don't have to be perfect, we just have to try! AWESOME!0
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Thanks for sharing this! I started running last summer for the first time in over 10 yrs. It was a womens running clinic through the YMCA and I am so glad I did it. I started in the beginning group and did 3 5k races last year. It was very similiar to the Couch to 5k program as we did running and walking intervals. I took the winter off, and am just getting back into running and using the intervals to get back into things. For anyone just starting out or getting back into, I think the walking intervals is the way to go. For me it was easy to look at my watch when I thought I was going to die and see that soon I could walk for 2 mins. Just remember to try to keep a fast pace while you are walking!0
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Great post! I've been running for 9 months, in 3 weeks I will be running my first organized 5K.
I also learned how to run using the Couch to 5K program. While I still have yet to go 5k, I am running for 30 mins straight... which is amazing considering I couldn't even make it through all of the one minute intervals my first week out.
I completely agree with everything you have said. Slow and steady is the best way to go. I repeated week 3, 3 times, I just couldn't make it through. As soon as I slowed my pace it was easier and ever since I've run knowing that as long as it's a slower pace I WILL make it through.
Everyone has bad runs, and it's disapointing but you are 100% right, the good runs make it all worth it. Most days I have to talk myself into going. Once I'm finished, I'm so glad I forced myself to go. Even if it's a bad run.
Good luck to everyone who is just starting out!0 -
Wow! I hesitated posting because I didn't want to seem like a know it all since I really don't know it all. Probably not even half of it! I'm really glad it speaks to some folks!0
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FANTASTIC POST.
I am 2 1/2 months into running. I am someone who used to be able to 'run' for 4 minutes, then walk for 10. Now I am running 5Ks in around 33 minutes without slowing down, without stopping, all due to hard work, perseverance....
and people like you who've shared their experiences.
I thank you greatly.
I never thought I'd be able to run a mile straight.
Then I ran a mile straight. Then two.
Now I am running 5Ks without slowing down. Albeit on the treadmill, outside is coming soon.
Next goal is to run 2 miles straight outside. Then 3.
After that this time next year I want to be able to run 7-10 miles straight on the treadmill to eventually in three years run a half marathon.0 -
What a great post, I'm just trying running on for size, your advice is extremely useful and motivating.0
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I'd like to add to the already very good starting list -
Comfortable running clothes are a must for me. I don't so much care what the look like but anything to minimize chafing really really helps. Especially in the bra area! When I started running, I was using two sports bras! Happily that area has subsided down to a happy little B cup that only requires one sports bra now!
Also, I've done C25k, a Hal Higdon training program and Jeff Galloway's run/walk system - be aware that there are LOTS of options and many of them are free and available on the internet.
And definitely, get good shoes!0 -
Good topic and I think you captured the two keys to running: Consistency + Persistence.0
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This is awesome. Thanks for posting! It gives me hope!0
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Very good advice! I never considered myself a runner or never even thought I could do it. 9 weeks ago I started the Couch 2 10k program and have to say I have shocked myself. Every week I have challenges and wonder if I will move up to the next level but it never fails I surprise myself.
I completely agree that there are days that I don't run my best and it sometimes seems more of a task and then there are days I am so proud that I can't wait to share my results. It is really about finding your pace, what works for you how you can challenge yourself and what it is your looking to accomplish. A friend of mine registered me for a 10k saying I know you can do it. I was so scared doubting whether I could ever run that far. Now as I am running consistently at 5 miles I know the 10k is just a matter of time. Set a goal or sign up for a race it is really rewarding to work towards the goal and just finishing the race for me is going to feel so good.
In addition to good shoes... Good Socks. I had a great pair of shoes that I never wanted to wear because they hurt my heel and when I went to the running store they suggested a different pair of socks and the difference was amazing.
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So many great tips! Thanks for sharing! I've just recently started "run till you feel like walking- walk till you feel like running" and I like it. I'm not a runner, but I'm learning. And it's so funny becuz now when I'm doing the running part and ppl see me they point to me and say --> look at that runner. Which is a trick becuz I"m really just a walker in disguise lol. :laugh:0
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great post! TFS!0
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OH MY GOSH....I soooo needed this today! I am on Week 3. I am literally twice the size I should be and have never run in my life. My best friend talked me into this C25K class, and I HATE IT! I hate running, I can't keep up, I'm tired of being last. blah blah blah. I esp love where you said "I really thought I was just going to tell my body to run and it would to it. ". That is totally me.
Good inspiration, I WILL stick to it and hopefully be talking about my success before too long!0 -
Thanks for posting this!0
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