worldsworstsuperhero wrote: »

In short- I won't let the voices in my head tell me I'm not good enough, or that quitting is okay. I am AWESOME

Yep you are! and so is everyone else working through the program

Week 3 day 1 finished. Feeling awesome running for 3 minutes continuously.✌

worldsworstsuperhero wrote: »

Just go in from completing W5D2. Yes!

I paced myself, ran at a fairly slow and steady pace and was amazed when my running buddy began the 15 seconds countdown before walking- I felt I could have easily carried on for another 5 minutes each time.

I feel amazing, especially when I look back and remember how difficult I imagined ever getting past the first week would be. It would have been so much easier to just quit after the my pathetic W1D1 attempt, when I sprinted like a lunatic and made myself feel ill, blame my bad legs, sore back, blood group, wrong type of rain etc.

I think I am starting to understand what people on here are referring to when they write about the mental/ psychological side of running. I'm beginning to realise my body is capable of doing much more than I give it credit for.

In short- I won't let the voices in my head tell me I'm not good enough, or that quitting is okay. I am AWESOME

W5D3 is history!!!! I was nervous about running tonight because I haven't ran since last week. Reading everyones posts really inspired me to challenge myself. I've been doing the program by distance instead of time. But today I told myself that I would at least do the 20 minute run if I couldn't go the distance. I usually run at 5.0. I wasn't sure if I could keep up that speed the entire time. So I told myself not to worry about speed and focus on the run. Needless to say, I varied my speed a couple of times throughout the run. When I got to the 20 minute mark, I was 1.5 miles into the run. I really pushed myself the last half mile. I kept thinking about that feeling of accomplishment that I have grown to love in the prior weeks. I finished the 2 mile run in just under 25 minutes. I haven't run 2 miles straight since I was running track in high school. Today was the first time I got the stitch in my side while running. This was another reason why slowed down a little.

@maggiek07 and @worldsworstsuperhero - I read your posts this evening but I had already decided I was going to do this today. I had to go while the feeling was right. But we are right there with each other. Good luck on your runs tomorrow. I know you both will do just fine.

So, after W4D3 this morning, that's week 4 done and dusted for me

I've had to alter my route to give me a little more distance, but it's a nice route via some bridle paths and a common. Problem is that some of it is quite rough ground and slightly hilly, but then again, it's difficult to find somewhere flat near where I live. Running up the hills isn't too bad, but there's one particular downhill bit (on road), which, I find really difficult. Certainly for week 4, that particular bit coincided almost exactly with Laura telling me to start my 3rd run...

It's the dreaded week 5 next, although I'm kinda looking forward to it (I can say that now as I have the weekend to recover!).

Completed week 6 day 3 today, so finished with Week 6! This morning was challenging because I walked a lot yesterday, and was a bit sore. I also got my arm caught on my cheapie earbuds and broke them about five minutes in, so ran without music for the first time in a few weeks. Still, I made it! I can't believe how much has changed in six weeks- while I am not yet losing weight, I finally feel confident that I can be a runner again. Each run is definitely challenging, but I now feel like I can do the 25 minute runs next week no problem. So thankful for this program!

@maggiekat7 that is really awesome. I understand exactly how you feel. I didn't tear up but I definitely shared my experience with others with much enthusiasm in my voice. Funny you should mention the 10K. I had no interest in running a 10K until last night. My workout totalled 3.5 miles. Then I heard a little voice..."its only another 1.5 ish miles to a 10K, you can handle that" . My goal is to finish a 5k in 30 mins or less. I never considered the bridge to 10k. Now you have me thinking........

@KRPolo way to finish without music. I don't think I could do that right now.

@JSC145 you totally rocked it! W5d3 will be a breeze.

maggiekat7 wrote: »

It is very encouraging to read all the positive updates! Welcome to the newcomers!

Soooo, I completed week 5 day 3 this morning. When I heard the cool down prompt, I teared up. Yes, it's true. I am so proud of all the hard work I've done in the months prior to get to this point.

I reached my AHA-moment this week. I could have easily continued on running this morning and know that I can go wherever I want with this program now (already downloaded the 5K to 10K app!).Based on the previous two runs this week I was not worried about today and eager for the challenge. I have a birthday coming up next week (don't ask how many decades I'm celebrating, please - LOL!) and how I feel today is the best gift I could ever give myself.

@fit4life_73 : way to go! @worldsworstsuperhero : can't wait to read your update!

Group hug...High Five...Whoop! Whoop!....Bravo....COWABUNGA! (delete as culturally appropriate ) I have a bottle of champagne ready and waiting here and later this evening I will raise a glass to our success.

Thank you for all the encouragement. I couldn't have done it with you

Congratulations @maggiekat7 , @worldsworstsuperhero and @fit4life_73 !

I completed W5D3 today as well Although I was dreading the 20 minutes run and doubting myself since Wednesday, today, I was rearing to go. Was waiting for the evening and I DID it!!! When I heard the one minute prompt, I was practically floating and could have gone a bit longer. Can't wait for the next week now!

@samra338 Yayyyyyy for completing w5d3!!! Looks like there are quite a few of us starting w6 together.

It's great to see the progress you are all making and the support and encouragement you are giving each other. Well done on your individual and collective successes. I look forward to reading you all graduate and then conquer the 10k programme.

Taeliesyn, Ceci and myself all hang out here as well http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/526-bridge-to-10k Hope to see you there soon.

Have fun and great 5ks

@fit4life_73 : i'm a M,W,F runner too. hey, did you see that? i called myself a RUNNER!

@samra338 : great job completing week 5!

@KRPolo : i'm almost 42, so i know what you mean when you are amazed at your progress.

@JSC145 : when is your w5d3 planned?

@adam1455 : enjoy your week 5, i found it much better than week 4.

@ftrobbie : thanks! i'll definitely be over at the 10k group.

Did week 1 day 3 today. Was supposed to do it yesterday but the weather (quite active thunderstorm) had other ideas

Just finished week 5 day 3... kinda?

Couple thoughts...

First of all, I lasted until 18 min 30 sec but I hit a wall and even after I slowed down, couldn't go on. So turned around and walked until I caught my breath and then ran for 5 more min. Do I go onto week 6 or repeat week 5 day 3?

Secondly, Went farther than ever and by the time I walked back to my apt, realized I did 3.2 miles in 43 min! Whoo hoo! That's 5k!

Thirdly, props to people who run during the day. I usually run at dawn when the sun is just starting to rise but slept late today. It was HOT and muggy.

Finally, my god, so much geese poop on the trail. Is it possible to get bird flu from breathing in microscopic poop particles?? I was trying to avoid stepping in them and now the mapmyrun route looks like the wanderings of a drunk person...

I'm getting sick, so . . . instead of feeling sorry for myself I went for a run? Seriously, who am I now?

With three of my four children sick with fever, snotty noses and coughs I figured I was next in line when my throat became sore last night. I was supposed to do W6D1 tomorrow, but thought I'd sneak it in today just in case I feel really miserable as the day goes on.

I also ran a little later in the morning (about 2.5 hours later) and yes, @JSC145, it's bloody hot and muggy. Also, I think with 1:30 left to go, you can progress on to week 6. However, there is now shame in repeating weeks if you want to. I did that with week 4 (my absolute least favourite week of all) and know I benefited from it.

As much as I thought I'd dislike the intervals in week 6, I am grateful for them after today. I was feeling pretty spanky when when I started and my pace was 7:37 min/mi . . . way too fast. I used the first interval to calm the hell down and continued on at my regular pace.