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I don't usually skip cool down--it was a one time thing because of running out of time during my lunch break at work. It's a big part of why I don't consider W5D1 done--I didn't do that part.
BTW loved the article!
So I went to the park. I didn't end up staying for an entire session because it got dark too fast and made it so I couldn't keep an eye on my daughter while I was doing it. But I did job for a full five minutes, which was something that I have never done off of a treadmill and it felt awesome! I even talked to my daughter about going to that park more often when the sun is out so I could do more outdoor training. It will probably only happen on the weekends but I think it will be a nice addition to my training.
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Wonderful!! That sounds like a great run. I'm really happy that you had such a good outdoor run, PhoenixRising. Running outdoors is incredible throughout the spring, summer and fall. Keep having fun.0
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Completed W3... at 93 kg, I barely run, slow jogging (so slow that people could walk past me) is what gets me to the mark. However, I'm trying to stay positive and tell myself that as the weight comes off and endurance builds, I may be able to run and not merely jog...0
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PhoenixRisingFromAshes wrote: »So I went to the park. I didn't end up staying for an entire session because it got dark too fast and made it so I couldn't keep an eye on my daughter while I was doing it. But I did job for a full five minutes, which was something that I have never done off of a treadmill and it felt awesome! I even talked to my daughter about going to that park more often when the sun is out so I could do more outdoor training. It will probably only happen on the weekends but I think it will be a nice addition to my training.
Told you you might fall for the park!
I love running outside.
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archanajoyce wrote: »Completed W3... at 93 kg, I barely run, slow jogging (so slow that people could walk past me) is what gets me to the mark. However, I'm trying to stay positive and tell myself that as the weight comes off and endurance builds, I may be able to run and not merely jog...
Absolutely. Have to start somewhere!!
I was 96kg, down to 92/93 kg when I started MFP and C25K.
Now at 88kg.
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PhoenixRisingFromAshes wrote: »I don't usually skip cool down--it was a one time thing because of running out of time during my lunch break at work. It's a big part of why I don't consider W5D1 done--I didn't do that part.
BTW loved the article!
So I went to the park. I didn't end up staying for an entire session because it got dark too fast and made it so I couldn't keep an eye on my daughter while I was doing it. But I did job for a full five minutes, which was something that I have never done off of a treadmill and it felt awesome! I even talked to my daughter about going to that park more often when the sun is out so I could do more outdoor training. It will probably only happen on the weekends but I think it will be a nice addition to my training.
Great update, glad you liked the article too.archanajoyce wrote: »Completed W3... at 93 kg, I barely run, slow jogging (so slow that people could walk past me) is what gets me to the mark. However, I'm trying to stay positive and tell myself that as the weight comes off and endurance builds, I may be able to run and not merely jog...
People have walked past me and I walk quicker than I run at times, because running is very different from walking. Don't worry about speed, everyone who is more advanced, says that once you build distance, you will automatically become faster, too, eventually.
As a newbie the only things you should focus on are not going too quickly as well as building distance up to 5K if you - like so many others - don't run the full 5K yet when done with C25K.0 -
Hello everyone...So...guess what...2 years after starting running I am the proud finisher of my first marathon! Finished the St. Jude Half Marathon in Memphis, TN with a time of 5:29:41. The goal was to finish and that I did. What an experience! That was the best/hardest/suckiest/awesomiest/emotionalist/craziest day of my life! And I can't wait to do it again next year! Complete your goals, set new ones....always keep pushing!
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Congrats SchweddyGirl!!!!
So I did W5D1 in its entirety today. I remember counting through every ten second segment of the jogs but I did them all. And I felt like I earned that 5 minute cool down walk. LOL
At this rate, I may be at W5D3 by Saturday.
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LazyButHealthy wrote: »archanajoyce wrote: »Completed W3... at 93 kg, I barely run, slow jogging (so slow that people could walk past me) is what gets me to the mark. However, I'm trying to stay positive and tell myself that as the weight comes off and endurance builds, I may be able to run and not merely jog...
Absolutely. Have to start somewhere!!
I was 96kg, down to 92/93 kg when I started MFP and C25K.
Now at 88kg.
You're doing it!
Thanks and wow... I would love to break the 90s Does it get easier as you loose weight? 0 -
PhoenixRisingFromAshes wrote: »I don't usually skip cool down--it was a one time thing because of running out of time during my lunch break at work. It's a big part of why I don't consider W5D1 done--I didn't do that part.
BTW loved the article!
So I went to the park. I didn't end up staying for an entire session because it got dark too fast and made it so I couldn't keep an eye on my daughter while I was doing it. But I did job for a full five minutes, which was something that I have never done off of a treadmill and it felt awesome! I even talked to my daughter about going to that park more often when the sun is out so I could do more outdoor training. It will probably only happen on the weekends but I think it will be a nice addition to my training.
Great update, glad you liked the article too.archanajoyce wrote: »Completed W3... at 93 kg, I barely run, slow jogging (so slow that people could walk past me) is what gets me to the mark. However, I'm trying to stay positive and tell myself that as the weight comes off and endurance builds, I may be able to run and not merely jog...
People have walked past me and I walk quicker than I run at times, because running is very different from walking. Don't worry about speed, everyone who is more advanced, says that once you build distance, you will automatically become faster, too, eventually.
As a newbie the only things you should focus on are not going too quickly as well as building distance up to 5K if you - like so many others - don't run the full 5K yet when done with C25K.
That is good advice. I'll concentrate on building endurance now and worry about the distance later on. As I'm asthmatic, I constantly worry about pushing myself too hard that I bring it on but reading through many of the previous posts have made me realise that running has to be uncomplicated. Just run... Just run 0 -
archanajoyce wrote: »running has to be uncomplicated. Just run... Just run
Indeed. One foot in front of the other, repeat...0 -
PhoenixRisingFromAshes wrote: »Congrats SchweddyGirl!!!!
So I did W5D1 in its entirety today. I remember counting through every ten second segment of the jogs but I did them all. And I felt like I earned that 5 minute cool down walk. LOL
At this rate, I may be at W5D3 by Saturday.
great!
I have W5D1 this evening...0 -
archanajoyce wrote: »LazyButHealthy wrote: »archanajoyce wrote: »Completed W3... at 93 kg, I barely run, slow jogging (so slow that people could walk past me) is what gets me to the mark. However, I'm trying to stay positive and tell myself that as the weight comes off and endurance builds, I may be able to run and not merely jog...
Absolutely. Have to start somewhere!!
I was 96kg, down to 92/93 kg when I started MFP and C25K.
Now at 88kg.
You're doing it!
Thanks and wow... I would love to break the 90s Does it get easier as you loose weight?
Honestly I wasn't paying attention!
All my focus was on the C25K, and then I started with the calories and MFP.
I bought my first ever weighing scales, so I'm down 17lb since I was weighed at the doctors in spring of this year - I am just assuming that most of it is from the last 2/3 months. I was thrilled, for sure, but my goal first and foremost is running and being generally healthy - the weight is secondary and I'm sure will follow as long as I monitor calories.
In a way, the runs get easier the more I run - my knees feel stronger, my lungs feel healthier and better, I'm growing in confidence... whether weight or practice, I don't know. I just know that each challenge on the C25K I've been able to meet head on. And I do mean with my head - it's often a psychological battle against years of 'I can't do this' to 'I bloody well can, and I WILL, dammit!!"
This evening I'm in to week 5... so if I achieve Day 3 later this week, I'll be thrilled.
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Finished week 6! I cant believe I am almost to the end.0
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Excellent!
I'm just back W5D1..0 -
Nice going, ladies. The "I bloody well can" attitude stems in trusting the programme, which is built also for unfit people, not just those who are fit but not runners yet. As long as you don't overdo, you will be able to stick to it.
If it doesn't work, troubleshooting is in order and I had to do just that in week 3, with the advice "Slow down, woman" to follow from a wise graduate of C25K. It felt like a miracle to fix it that quickly and easily. I still carry excess weight but running for 30 minutes is no problem in general.
Remember to be kind to yourself, though, because the bad runs will hit you eventually and everyone has them. Currently I'm in the worst rut of my running "career", but reading here and talking about running makes me feel more motivated again, so you couchers truly inspire graduates, too. The enthusiasm is infectious and I thank you for that 0 -
Back from W5 D2.
Instead of 8mins x 2, I did an 8 minute run, and then a 10 minute run.
And I felt great. Definitely more confident and psyched up for the W5D3 session!!
Couldn't have imagined this a few weeks ago!!!0 -
Awesome LazyButHealthy!
I did W5D2 today. I had no desire to turn one of the 8 minute segments into a 10 minute segment but I was super proud to finish them both. I think I may do another session of this day on Friday and tackle D3 on Sunday.
It is awesome to jog for 8 minutes straight but I so wish I could fit more outdoor runs into my routine. The treadmill is okay but that spot outside the window does not really get enough action. Maybe I will try watching a show on netflix and see if that helps. 0 -
W5D3 DONE!
DONE AND DUSTED!
2 days rest before I start W6.0 -
So I haven't done C25k since my knee started acting up, but its feeling better as of Monday, and I have physical therapy for a couple times a week. I am going to start up again soon! Good job to all you runners!!0
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Finished W7D2 after work today! My first 5k is Jan 10th so after graduation I have a 3 week plan to get me up to 35 minutes. It still wont be long enough but Im excited to try. I will do day 3 tomorrow. 0
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Way to go, Miss Rose! If you can do a 5K in 35 minutes, you're faster than I am. I'm close to that (37-39 minutes) but not that quick. You are doing great!0
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Week 3 is done! Week 4... here I come - Don't kill me.0
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Well, Today was a struggle.
After doing so well and feeling great throughout week 5, I hit a bit of a wall today.
I went out for W6D1 today after 2 days' rest - 2 days of work christmas party and indulgence... - went out to a glorious morning in the park thinking how easy today would be. 5 mins, 8 mins, 5 mins. Boy was I wrong.
I couldn't finish the first 5 minutes. First time ever in this programme I haven't finished a session properly. I completed the 8 minutes, then the last set of 5 minutes was a complete struggle. I barely made it.
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Nice effort, everyone!LazyButHealthy wrote: »Well, Today was a struggle.
After doing so well and feeling reat throughout week 5, I hit a bit of a wall today.
I went ou for W6D1 today after 2 days' rest - 2 days of work christmas party and indulgence... - went out to a glorious morning in the park thinking how easy today would be. 5 mins, 8 mins, 5 mins. Boy was I wrong.
I couldn't finish the first 5 minutes. First time ever in this programme I haven't finished a session properly. I completed the 8 minutes, then the last set of 5 minutes was a complete struggle. I barely made it.
What has happened?? Where's my mojo?
Oh, it's called "a bad run" is all. Sooner or later we all have them. In fact, the worst run of my life was such a ridiculous experience from start to finish that I recorded it as a blog post here.
Don't overthink it, it is what it is, and congrats, you're a really real runner now! It could be anything - bad sleep, something stressing you, temperature not quite right and you being cranky unbeknownst to you, slightly too underhydrated or undernourished, or simply a bad day.
Just because you had one bad run, doesn't mean that the next one will be bad. It could be the best one of your life for all you know (or rather don't know). Or it could be mediocre or satisfactory or excellent. In my book, all that matters is you head out there and get something done, because a bad run is better than no run at all.0 -
LazyButHealthy wrote: »What has happened?? Where's my mojo?
Bad runs happen. As you develop as a runner you'll manage to join the dots on what the cause might have been, but equally it might just have been a bad run.
The main thing is to make a judgement on whether you want to move on, or whether you want to re-do the session, then act on that. Personally I'd suggest just moving on,
One of my worst was during a run that would be, for me, fairly short. I did an 8Km trail session and it was miserable; bleeding nipples, blisters, sore feet, exhausted and physcially sore. Two days later I went out and did a half marathon distance quite comfortably.
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LazyButHealthy wrote: »I couldn't finish the first 5 minutes. First time ever in this programme I haven't finished a session properly. I completed the 8 minutes, then the last set of 5 minutes was a complete struggle. I barely made it.
What has happened?? Where's my mojo?
Agree with the others. This is a bad run. They happen to all of us and usually come out of the blue. I've gone out for a run, feeling energetic and eager, only to find that I can't run that day. It's very frustrating.
Good thing is, though, that usually the run after a bad run is a very good run.
Don't give up. Chalk it up to a bad run, don't be discouraged and get back out there in a day or two.0 -
I was planning to do W5D3 today but my daughter got diagnosed with strep and I can't take her to the gym like that.
I am hoping to do it tomorrow but after this break I may do W5D2 one more time to have solid momentum to W5D3. I will see how I feel when I get to the gym tomorrow.
Lazybuthealthy--So sorry to hear about the bad run, but I hope that PaytraB is right and your next run will be great. 0 -
Aw, you're all so very sweet! I appreciate the advice and reassurance.
I'll see how tomorrow evening goes
I'm beginning to think though that I'm generally better in the evenings than the mornings. As meandering said, I'll monitor the bad runs to see particular cause and if things like the time of day are a factor, or the fact that I had a party 36 hours before!
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LazyButHealthy wrote: »Aw, you're all so very sweet! I appreciate the advice and reassurance.
I'll see how tomorrow evening goes
I'm beginning to think though that I'm generally better in the evenings than the mornings. As meandering said, I'll monitor the bad runs to see particular cause and if things like the time of day are a factor, or the fact that I had a party 36 hours before!
Onwards and upwards.
I attribute my bad run on Sunday afternoon to an over indulgence on Saturday night! Right back at it today, though!
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