Daily Check In Thread
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w7d2 all done. I put the incline at 2% and definitely felt the difference between that and no incline. I feel great and am excited to complete week 7!0
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Somebody_Loved wrote: »
Good luck with your 5K!
If you've finished the program by the time you move, honestly look at the B210K programs for when you move outside. Most take you back to 10 minute intervals.
Thank you! That's great advice, I'll definitely plan to do that. I'm really looking forward to living right on the trail and would love to start another program outdoors. That sounds perfect.
I looked at b210k after graduated from c25k, but decided not to do it. For 3-4 weeks I was running 5k three times a week, and then moved to a 8 week training plan for 10k instead. Did three runs per week: two 3mi runs plus a "long" run which slowly increased from 3mi to 6 mi... Also included some strength training.0 -
I've been doing some biking and walking on my "off" days, and today when I went to run I could tell right away that it would be tough... Not to mention it was 90°F with 58% humidity. I'm tired!
Today my app had me do a 12 minute run "as fast as you can" (on W4D3 on a 17 week plan) to "adjust the plan to better match my fitness level". Previously, I haven't run longer than 2 minutes at a time, so I knew it would be tough to push myself without walk breaks. Yeah, I ended up taking several walk breaks, but short ones. I managed to average a 10.39 min/mile pace which I'm pretty happy with. I can't tell if it's changed my plan or not. Looking ahead, it looks impossible! I added some walking to the end of the training, and I was practically dragging my feet by the time I got back to my car. Early to bed tonight!!!0 -
I've been doing some biking and walking on my "off" days, and today when I went to run I could tell right away that it would be tough... Not to mention it was 90°F with 58% humidity. I'm tired!
Today my app had me do a 12 minute run "as fast as you can" (on W4D3 on a 17 week plan) to "adjust the plan to better match my fitness level". Previously, I haven't run longer than 2 minutes at a time, so I knew it would be tough to push myself without walk breaks. Yeah, I ended up taking several walk breaks, but short ones. I managed to average a 10.39 min/mile pace which I'm pretty happy with. I can't tell if it's changed my plan or not. Looking ahead, it looks impossible! I added some walking to the end of the training, and I was practically dragging my feet by the time I got back to my car. Early to bed tonight!!!
What app are you using @faithan84 ???0 -
So I finished c25k w4d1 tonight - WHEW! And just to tell you, I follow directions so well, that not only did I get lapped numerous times by the teenaged cross country runner, but by the sole dude walking. Yes, you read that right, I got lapped by a walker while I was doing a running program!!
At first, when I realized he was gaining on me, I was upset with myself and thought I should pick up my pace. BUT, I stayed my course, ran my intervals (2 three mins and 2 five mins) and finished my training. And it feels damn good!! I made two full quarter mile runs tonight - a month ago I couldn't run to the end of my driveway.
All of this to simply say: do things your way, don't fret over how others perceive you, and be persistent. You'll be amazed at what you can do if you don't let fear win!
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Awesome job and way to keep the right paceMimiOfTheLusciousLawn wrote: »So I finished c25k w4d1 tonight - WHEW! And just to tell you, I follow directions so well, that not only did I get lapped numerous times by the teenaged cross country runner, but by the sole dude walking. Yes, you read that right, I got lapped by a walker while I was doing a running program!!
At first, when I realized he was gaining on me, I was upset with myself and thought I should pick up my pace. BUT, I stayed my course, ran my intervals (2 three mins and 2 five mins) and finished my training. And it feels damn good!! I made two full quarter mile runs tonight - a month ago I couldn't run to the end of my driveway.
All of this to simply say: do things your way, don't fret over how others perceive you, and be persistent. You'll be amazed at what you can do if you don't let fear win!
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@frankie5152, thanks!! 0
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I did w3d1 last night. Managed to complete it, but was So. Much. Slower. than I had been doing. And this morning my knees are hurting. I'm trying so hard and this is discouraging.0
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What app are you using @faithan84 ???
@taeliesyn, I'm using Endomondo. It has an option to set up training programs, and C25K is one.
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Slainte831 wrote: »I did w3d1 last night. Managed to complete it, but was So. Much. Slower. than I had been doing. And this morning my knees are hurting. I'm trying so hard and this is discouraging.
Im on week 3 as well and day 1 went slower as well but the point is to finish not how fast you went. I had some knee pain week 2 before i bought good running shoes so if you havent already i would look into good shoes they have made a difference for me0 -
frankie5152 wrote: »Slainte831 wrote: »I did w3d1 last night. Managed to complete it, but was So. Much. Slower. than I had been doing. And this morning my knees are hurting. I'm trying so hard and this is discouraging.
Im on week 3 as well and day 1 went slower as well but the point is to finish not how fast you went. I had some knee pain week 2 before i bought good running shoes so if you havent already i would look into good shoes they have made a difference for me
Thanks for the encouragement! I have good shoes ... I think my age is starting to catch up with me, lol! I am seriously considering getting a bike to supplement c25k.0 -
sigh. legs hurt. iced yesterday. easy run today and that was still uncomfortable. I think tomorrow maybe no run at all. just lots of walking.0
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What app are you using @faithan84 ???
@taeliesyn, I'm using Endomondo. It has an option to set up training programs, and C25K is one.
That's the fitness test. I didn't think that was included in the Endomondo C25K plan, but it does apply in all the others. It can make a fairly significant difference to the subsequent sessions in the plan, as can not doing/ doing more than the programme says.
OK, as I'm about to start a new half marathon plan this weekend I took the opportunity to look at the Endomondo plan. While it's 17 weeks long it's probably at the same level as a 12 week plan, the latter 5 weeks are pretty much sharpeners for the 5K race at the end of the plan.
The Cooper test guidance is the same as that used in the more advanced plans, hence not being entirely clear. You've done pretty well to get the average pace that you mention.0 -
w6d1 done! I added a third 5r3w (5r 3w; 5r 3w; 8r 3w; 5r) and covered a full 5km. I haven't done 3 miles in 6 months...... and I did it in a decent pace.... had a super busy day and didn't get to it until 22:20 last night, but knew it wouldn't have a chance to get to it until Friday maybe, but its done and behind me now so on to the last interval run of the program.
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MeanderingMammal wrote: »The Cooper test guidance is the same as that used in the more advanced plans, hence not being entirely clear. You've done pretty well to get the average pace that you mention.
Thanks!
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W7D1 done, it felt really good. Still very slow (I'm lucky if I'm sub-15 min/mile at any point), but I feel like a real runner now. Very odd feeling, but I like it!0
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W7D2 done and I did better than my previous run, yay. 4 km (almost 2.5 miles) Very pleased with that, especially because I ran right after my 50 min workout which made my legs feel like jello0
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Yay just completed week 3 day 3 felt great looking forward to the challenge of week 4. Have a great weekend everyone0
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Took a full rest day. It feels weird0
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Just did w3d2. Much better than the last run. I took yesterday off as I was feeling very achy and depleted, and I think that was the right decision as I felt (and ran) so much better today.
What do you all do on your non-C25K days? I usually use the elliptical, but I feel like my knees don't get much if a rest between running and the elliptical. I'd really like to get a bike! Just need to convince the hubs.0 -
@Slainte831 I cycle on my non running days. The elliptical seems too much like running to me.0
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I was having knee problems and thought maybe running wasn't for me, but I found some hip exercises online that help with knee pain. They relieved the pain by my next run and I haven't had trouble since. If you're interested you could probably just Google hip exercises for runners. Hope you feel better!Slainte831 wrote: »I did w3d1 last night. Managed to complete it, but was So. Much. Slower. than I had been doing. And this morning my knees are hurting. I'm trying so hard and this is discouraging.
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@Slainte831 i don't do anything on my off days besides normal work/parking far from places to walk more/ house work. I do add strength training on my running days so I can do both and still have days off. Its less laundry too (only 1 outfit/ 1 warm up/cool down).0
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Finished W6D2 last night and had a much better time than I've been having. I finally quit counting (I count in my head while I run), and feel like I focused on running so much better and even enjoyed a few moments here and there.0
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@ssasssy great job on W6D2, I did W6D1 on Wednesday and had the exact same fleeting thoughts that i actually was enjoying myself!0
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Finished w4d1 yesterday and was so pleased I was able to do it. I even really enjoyed the first 3 and 5, felt so good. But... That last 5.... Oh boy oh boy. I will just say I jogged it and didn't stop. Doesn't matter that my time slowed down a minute and half, I did it without stopping and very happy. Looking forward to w4d2 tmrw. We have hit a cool spell here in Alabama and it should feel amazing tmrw at 8 when I go0
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W4d2 done! Missed the first walk so went 5-3-3-5. Ugh, but got it done!!0
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Oh crsp, I just realized I'll be doing w5 next week on vacation.
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Thanks! I am hoping to get a bike. I love cycling!@Slainte831 I cycle on my non running days. The elliptical seems too much like running to me.
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Great idea! I will definitely do this.
I was having knee problems and thought maybe running wasn't for me, but I found some hip exercises online that help with knee pain. They relieved the pain by my next run and I haven't had trouble since. If you're interested you could probably just Google hip exercises for runners. Hope you feel better!Slainte831 wrote: »I did w3d1 last night. Managed to complete it, but was So. Much. Slower. than I had been doing. And this morning my knees are hurting. I'm trying so hard and this is discouraging.
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