First 5K
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CaptainGordo
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Ran my first 5K race on Saturday. Was pleased to come in under 40 minutes -- even if it took a sprint at the end to do it.
This would not have been possible without the Couch to 5K program. I never imagined enjoying running, and now I'm hooked. Signed up for another race in two weeks, then another on July 4th. Hoping to get at least five in before winter sets in.
Don't give into the preconceived notions that you might have (or others have created for you) that you cannot run. Google "Couch to 5K", and give it a shot. My only regret is that I didn't catch the running bug until now.
I enjoy the give-and-take motivation that MFP provides. Please feel free to add me if you'd like another fan in your corner.
This would not have been possible without the Couch to 5K program. I never imagined enjoying running, and now I'm hooked. Signed up for another race in two weeks, then another on July 4th. Hoping to get at least five in before winter sets in.
Don't give into the preconceived notions that you might have (or others have created for you) that you cannot run. Google "Couch to 5K", and give it a shot. My only regret is that I didn't catch the running bug until now.
I enjoy the give-and-take motivation that MFP provides. Please feel free to add me if you'd like another fan in your corner.
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Congrats!!!! I got bit by the running bug in the last few months and I had my second 5K on Saturday. You'll be surprised how quickly you improve once you're able to run that 5K distance. My first race was 39:33, my second was 36:25! Just keep at it and try to throw in a longer than 5K run once a week. It'll make running 5K seem easier since you can go further.0
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yay for you!! I was SO psyched that my first 5K is this coming saturday, then my knee started hurting so bad from running that I have to back off for a week or two. Not sure if I will get to run or not. Ran back in high school and college and took about 17 yrs off but hoping to be able to run again if my joints hold up :grumble: Don't you love the running high you feel when you finish a good run?!0
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Wow! Well done! Thanks for the tips.Congrats!!!! I got bit by the running bug in the last few months and I had my second 5K on Saturday. You'll be surprised how quickly you improve once you're able to run that 5K distance. My first race was 39:33, my second was 36:25! Just keep at it and try to throw in a longer than 5K run once a week. It'll make running 5K seem easier since you can go further.0 -
Yes, yes I do.Don't you love the running high you feel when you finish a good run?!
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Congrats! I did my first 5K on Saturday too! I kinda liked it . . . it was fun to run with so many people instead of by myself. I know there is so much opportunity to psych yourself out on a long run like that so good job on finishing with a great time!0
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Congrats! It's a great feeling. I just caught the bug myself. Now I'm running sub 30 minute times. Keep at it, you'll keep improving.0
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Way to go! I am on W1,D3 of the C25K and it feels great to run!0
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im on week 1 of couch to 5k .
people like you make me realise that what i'm doing is definately going to pay off eventually
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Great work!!! :drinker: :flowerforyou:
I have been "running" for a little bit but nothing fast or consistant. :grumble:
I am on week three of the C25K in hopes of truely becoming a runner!?
I am going to do the b210k (bridge to 10K) right after and will Graduate from the programs on Aug 15!!
I have been on MFP since Jan 26th and I ABSOLUTELY
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Woohoo! Way to go! Congrats! :drinker:
I finished C25k in February, and now I'm "training" my husband. The running bug is definitely contagious. I caught it from my niece and brother, and the hubs is catching it from me.0 -
Congrats!Congrats! I did my first 5K on Saturday too!
Agreed -- made a HUGE difference. All of my training runs were flat, and this had a steady climb during the last mile or so. If I had been alone out there, I would have dogged it a lot more.I kinda liked it . . . it was fun to run with so many people instead of by myself.0 -
Congratulations! I'm about to do my first 5k this Sunday. I know I'll be walking a lot more than jogging but atleast I'll be there! I ran back in high school and loved it. Since then I've gained a lot of weight and my ankles aren't letting me jog very far without crying for mercy haha!0
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Sub-30? Wow. Well done! Hoping to get there soon.Congrats! It's a great feeling. I just caught the bug myself. Now I'm running sub 30 minute times. Keep at it, you'll keep improving.0 -
what is a practical amount of time to work to a 5 k. when i was a few years younger, i could to a 14.30 2 mile run, and had never had less than a 9 minute mile when i had first started running.0
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Congrats! Running 5ks and just running in general can be so therapeautic (body and mind). You will see that your next run is even better! I ran an obstacle run yesterday and had the time of my life!
Tip...now that u r a runner, make sure u r wearing the proper shoes for your stride...I have injuries from not wearing the right shoes when I started out.
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Heh. Looking at the last two sentences, out of context, made me laugh. Yes, I have the humor of a 12 year-old. :laugh:The running bug is definitely contagious. I caught it from my niece and brother, and the hubs is catching it from me.0 -
Don't give up! I did about 5 minutes of walking on my 5K. It's OK -- work your way up. Couch to 5K is a great program, that you can adapt and do at your own pace.Congratulations! I'm about to do my first 5k this Sunday. I know I'll be walking a lot more than jogging but atleast I'll be there! I ran back in high school and loved it. Since then I've gained a lot of weight and my ankles aren't letting me jog very far without crying for mercy haha!0 -
what is a practical amount of time to work to a 5 k. when i was a few years younger, i could to a 14.30 2 mile run, and had never had less than a 9 minute mile when i had first started running.
Every one is different! A practiical time is individual based and based on personal goals. I can run a 5k in 33 to 36 minutes depending on my day. My best friend ran her first in 26 minutes...she's also way taller than me and ran in high school and college. Either way, we finish and r proud of how far we have come.0 -
Agreed!Running 5ks and just running in general can be so therapeautic (body and mind).
So very much want to do a mud run and/or Warrior Dash.I ran an obstacle run yesterday and had the time of my life!
Done and done. Thanks!Tip...now that u r a runner, make sure u r wearing the proper shoes for your stride...I have injuries from not wearing the right shoes when I started out.0 -
i think that once i start losing weight i can run it in 23 minutes, maybe 24. at least thats my goal.0
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