Couch to 5K Running Program (C25K)

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carfanman
carfanman Posts: 271 Member
edited November 19 in Social Groups
What if any activity trackers do you use? right now I'm using an up24 but I am considering changing and I am currently trying to figure out what my options are. Why did i join this group/want to be able to run a 5K? A couple of years ago I had to go through learning to walk again after a serious health issue. I was on a walker for a long while then I graduated from there and currently I am on a 17,000 steps a day walking plan. However I still can not RUN very far or much at all. This is a personal goal of mine, I don't expect to win any races or even do very many per year.

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  • JSC145
    JSC145 Posts: 79 Member
    wow, 17,000 steps/day! that's amazing.

    I've been using 2 apps on my phone.... the RunDouble app and the Mapmyrun app. there are advantages and disadvantages to both.

    I like the mapmyrun app because it syncs to the calorie count on the MFP app and I like the route suggestions. The app is free but if you want the training plans, you have a upgrade to a monthly fee which I wasn't willing to do. That's where the RunDouble app comes in. It's a one-time fee for all the training plans (<$5) and it syncs with my music and prompts me when to run/walk

    good luck!
  • carfanman
    carfanman Posts: 271 Member
    JSC145 wrote: »
    I've been using 2 apps on my phone.... the RunDouble app and the Mapmyrun app. there are advantages and disadvantages to both.

    I like the mapmyrun app because it syncs to the calorie count on the MFP app and I like the route suggestions. The app is free but if you want the training plans, you have a upgrade to a monthly fee which I wasn't willing to do. That's where the RunDouble app comes in. It's a one-time fee for all the training plans (<$5) and it syncs with my music and prompts me when to run/walk

    good luck!

    Thanks for the app suggestions, I was thinking more of activity tracker hardware like fitbit versus up versus nike. I will look into the apps though, any help is welcome is my motto when it comes to better ways to get stronger, healthier.
  • DaveAkeman
    DaveAkeman Posts: 296 Member
    edited June 2015
    OP, I think what JSC was meaning is that his hardware is his phone. I'm in the same boat. I use RunDouble for GPS tracking of my runs (even though I have graduated from C25K . . . I just use it on open runs) and I use the Samsung Health app to track my steps. So, you see, my hardware IS my phone.

    I have ordered a Fitbit Surge that will arrive on Monday, and Iam excited. Honestly, though, it doesn't do much that my phone doesn't already do for me. But my wife uses a Fitbit Flex and loves it, and I really like the Fitbit software and want to make more use of it. I also use a Fitbit Aria Scale . . . Makes weigh-ins very easy.
  • KRPolo
    KRPolo Posts: 56 Member
    I have the fitbit charge and love it. Welcome to the group! You have already overcome huge challenges- C25K will definitely help you learn to be a runner. I haven't had to deal with anything compared to you, but have not run since high school, and gained over 50 lbs. a few years ago after a bad fall from a horse trashed my knee. I've been amazed at how the program works to develop not only the ability but also a desire to run. I've personally struggled with sticking with any exercise or weight loss program, but am about to start my last week of C25K and feel like a runner now!

    Best of luck! Keep posting here- I have only recently found the group myself, but have found it to be a wonderful group of super supportive people.
  • maggiekat7
    maggiekat7 Posts: 122 Member
    i have a fitbit charge too and also love it! i have learned that i'm much more active than i thought, and don't drink enough water. i also use endomondo on my phone to track my runs and walks.

    17,000 steps a day?! wow!

    welcome to the group!
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