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Got w5d3 done. It wasn't a fast jog but I didn't stop. I intend to do the program again hoping for better numbers. But0
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Got w5d3 done. It wasn't a fast jog but I didn't stop. I intend to do the program again hoping for better numbers. But
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If you want to go faster you can do the programme again, but most people get more success by running longer, doing the bridge to 10k programme. More of the same just longer sessions. This will build your aerobic base and allow you run a 5k faster.
Good luck and look forward to reading you graduate.
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samhennings wrote: »Ive ditched the plan now. Completed WK7 last week and didnt see the point continuing with the podcast, the music sucks.
So I laid out a 5k course and ran that this morning with my own tunes on. Completed 5k in 32 minutes.
Walked for a few short spells to recover but otherwise running all the way.
Now I think Ill spend a little time running 5k to see if I can get my time down/havbe fewer breathers.
C25K is awesome, a few months ago I struggled with the 90 sec runs on week 2!
Well done. I knew you would succeed, and guess what you helped me to get off my less fat a**e an d commute a few days a week into work by bike, at least 28 miles every time I do it.
Cheers and continue to have fun
How on earth did I do that?! Not that it matter, thats awesome to hear! Well done!
I dont know what happened really. I think you were right, in that it was a mental thing. I took a month off after week 4 because I just couldnt face it, and when I went back to it everything was different/easier. I couldnt say why.
I was away at the weekend, still got up and did my 5k on the Saturday - running alongside the beach was lovely. Never thought Id see the day when I was "that" guy...0 -
W14D2 done yesterday! I'm coming to the end!0
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Got w5d3 done. It wasn't a fast jog but I didn't stop. I intend to do the program again hoping for better numbers. But
But?
If you want to go faster you can do the programme again, but most people get more success by running longer, doing the bridge to 10k programme. More of the same just longer sessions. This will build your aerobic base and allow you run a 5k faster.
Good luck and look forward to reading you graduate.
Thanks for the encouragement and advice. After the but was a celebration horn and applause just didn't show0 -
samhennings wrote: »samhennings wrote: »Ive ditched the plan now. Completed WK7 last week and didnt see the point continuing with the podcast, the music sucks.
So I laid out a 5k course and ran that this morning with my own tunes on. Completed 5k in 32 minutes.
Walked for a few short spells to recover but otherwise running all the way.
Now I think Ill spend a little time running 5k to see if I can get my time down/havbe fewer breathers.
C25K is awesome, a few months ago I struggled with the 90 sec runs on week 2!
Well done. I knew you would succeed, and guess what you helped me to get off my less fat a**e an d commute a few days a week into work by bike, at least 28 miles every time I do it.
Cheers and continue to have fun
How on earth did I do that?! Not that it matter, thats awesome to hear! Well done!
I dont know what happened really. I think you were right, in that it was a mental thing. I took a month off after week 4 because I just couldnt face it, and when I went back to it everything was different/easier. I couldnt say why.
I was away at the weekend, still got up and did my 5k on the Saturday - running alongside the beach was lovely. Never thought Id see the day when I was "that" guy...
Different people cause different impacts on people. I was giving you advice on running but guess what I could take the same advice for me re cycling. Being "that guy" is all about quietening the mind and letting the body just get on with it. Well done, look forward to reading about your 10k run soon.
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W14D3 done today. It was another fitness test... 12 minute "run as fast as you can". I'm pretty happy to report that my pace was 8:47 min/mile during the run! This is an improvement from 10:02 min/mile a month ago!0
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Ran 5k this morning, 32 minutes again. Feels great. Im running the first half a lot stronger, no breaks etc, need to push that through the second half now!0
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W5D1 today!0
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W6d1 not feeling well but commitment overrode that
Yea me
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great job you guys. it's nice to see you all excited to complete the run 0
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W5D2 today! Hills suck at the end of your workout during your 8 min interval!0
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Hills are part of my existence of running. I get at least to hills per run0
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W6d3 done! 22 mins straight, no walking, 1.5 miles = 14:42 pace! Simply amazed. This was my second attempt - last time I hit a big hill at about 19:00 and just ran out of gas. Tonight, no troubles!0
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@MimiOfTheLusciousLawn that's awesome0
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Thanks @moyer566!
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Finally got w6d2 done. Did it but my mind wasn't in it like it usually is. D3 is another day. 0
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W7d1 done, and I felt like I could have gone longer. How exciting!! It was cold and damp, so afterwards I went and got some leggings and a wicking long underwear shirt. Guess that means I'm going to run in the cold!
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@mack427 I feel you. sometimes our brains will just be uncooperative and never get into running mode. I switch up my music on those days to music i like to sing along with. in my head, where no one can here me. it's better for everyone that way
@MimiOfTheLusciousLawn lol. i went and bought fleece running pants and shirts and just got my trail shoes for running this winter. gortex so my feet don't get wet. I'm hoping for some turtle fur and smart wool for christmas. I'll join you on this whole cold weather nonsense
@Six5 hills are just a pain all the way around. i make sure to include them in as many runs as i can. build leg strength and endurance 0 -
@moyer566, turtle fur?! Googling... lol! And trail shoes, gortex, smart wool... fleece pants don't get too hot? Oh the shopping I can do! I just picked up a treadmill yesterday, figuring that might be a safer winter alternative, but it's not nearly as much fun!0
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@MimiOfTheLusciousLawn they are light, athletic fleece, made to breathe. I've already worn them on chilly days. it was warm but not too warm.
turtle furs are like neck warmers but aren't supposed to gum up with frozen spit, snot, and sweat-or from exhalation.
there are a few goretex shoes out there. since i like saucony, i stayed with them. they were comparable to ones i wore already(runners world has a tool). they are trail shoes with very impressive tread. i can use them for winter and for super downpours and vacations(we often do little mile hikes to get to picturesque points)
smart wool and merino wool wick moisture but keep your feet warm.
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@Six5 hills are just a pain all the way around. i make sure to include them in as many runs as i can. build leg strength and endurance
I hear you. That's why I keep running by my house (with hills. Ugh.) instead of going to the track at my local middle school. I figure it's better for my end goal to struggle up a hill then to get used to running on glorious flat ground. Hahaha
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@moyer566 Love the look of those shoes.
It won't be long and all the C25K Grads will be moving on to the B210K and then the October/November Running Challenges. http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10261576/october-2015-running-challenge#latest0 -
I am getting pretty nervous because in about 16 hours I'll be running my very first 5k. I officially finished C25k two weeks ago and ran a couple of 5k training runs. My only goal is to finish without walking in between.0
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Good luck! You've got this!!0
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Thank you (: I finished and reached all my goals which were to actually finish, then finish without walking in between and maybe not being last. I was almost 8 minutes faster than during my regular training runs and that makes me really happy.0
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W6D1 today!0
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dearmrsowl wrote: »Thank you (: I finished and reached all my goals which were to actually finish, then finish without walking in between and maybe not being last. I was almost 8 minutes faster than during my regular training runs and that makes me really happy.
Totally awe inspiring!!0
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