C25k

shans34
shans34 Posts: 535 Member
edited November 17 in Fitness and Exercise
I just started the c25k program. I really enjoyed day 1. Thoughts?
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  • lorrpb
    lorrpb Posts: 11,463 Member
    Congrats! Just keep going & follow the program as written, you will do great!
  • yellingkimber
    yellingkimber Posts: 229 Member
    I finished Week 5 Day 3 yesterday! Stick to it and you'll do great!
  • ABabilonia
    ABabilonia Posts: 622 Member
    Good job, remember that you can repeat if needed. I repeated most of the advanced weeks at least twice.
  • Sadiyyah70
    Sadiyyah70 Posts: 38 Member
    That's awesome, congratulations! Stick with it as written, have fun with it and be kind to yourself in the process. Epsom salt baths and foam roller work wonders.
  • becky1390
    becky1390 Posts: 16 Member
    I just finished day 1 of week 2 a couple hours ago. I'm doing it on the treadmill but I'm really enjoying it so far! I feel like I might have to repeat days as the running time increases, but no big deal. I really want to be able to run/jog 5k :smile:
  • lilawolf
    lilawolf Posts: 1,690 Member
    Make sure that you run slower than you think you need to, especially if you start faltering on later weeks. Do it! Congrats on the choice :flowerforyou:
  • plumtree5585
    plumtree5585 Posts: 1 Member
    I did Week 2 Day one this morning! I'm really enjoying it so far. I even made a running shoe purchase.
  • Heather4448
    Heather4448 Posts: 908 Member
    I'm on week 7! I absolutely love C25K! Make sure you get fitted properly for running shoes. They made a HUUUUGE difference in my stamina and recovery. I cannot stress that enough- wear good shoes!
  • mayafit405
    mayafit405 Posts: 61 Member
    Finished week 6 day 1 :) I love this program, always recommend it . Keep at it!
  • mandabeth34
    mandabeth34 Posts: 158 Member
    Did it 7 years ago. It changed my life. Keep it up!
  • cathipa
    cathipa Posts: 2,991 Member
    Starting week 3 day 1 tomorrow. It's a good program and I enjoy the progression.
  • tony1307
    tony1307 Posts: 127 Member
    Week 2 day 1 is tomorrow for me
  • dawson002
    dawson002 Posts: 170 Member
    I've just completed week 7 by doing a full 25 minutes "running" (around 4.8mph)....and I'm currently around 222lbs!!

    I haven't followed the plan religiously but it certainly is an excellent guide.
  • hmaddpear
    hmaddpear Posts: 610 Member
    Did mine two years ago, and like mandabeth, it changed my life. I'm so glad you're enjoying it - running is awesome.

    Just make sure you're running slowly - you need to build your stamina and get into the rhythm of it first. And don't be afraid to repeat weeks, if you have to.

    Good luck!
  • jgnatca
    jgnatca Posts: 14,464 Member
    Congrats!

    I hit my first wall at five minute intervals. Who knew that five minutes was an eternity?!?!

    Perseverance paid.
  • staceymorton5
    staceymorton5 Posts: 2 Member
    I've just finished Week 4 and I'm really enjoying it, which was a total surprise for me as I've always hated running! I'm a little bit worried about the upcoming Week 5 day 3 though, but I will try my best and just keep going!
    Have fun OP, let us know how you find it!
  • hesfeld
    hesfeld Posts: 95 Member
    I'm on week 7 and what I thought was very challenging in week 2, etc now is a cake walk. It is a great program. It may seem very intimidating reading the prescribed day before you begin, but to look back on what you accomplished weeks later is one of the best feelings. Just follow their recommendations and listen to you body. Good luck!
  • wellthenwhat
    wellthenwhat Posts: 526 Member
    I hated running. I did week 5 day3 this morning, and enjoyed doing it. I ran a mile and a half yesterday, just as transportation, and enjoyed myself too. I really like it!
  • wellthenwhat
    wellthenwhat Posts: 526 Member
    Heather4448 wrote: »
    I'm on week 7! I absolutely love C25K! Make sure you get fitted properly for running shoes. They made a HUUUUGE difference in my stamina and recovery. I cannot stress that enough- wear good shoes!

    I run barefooted or in moccasins most of the time, lol. Then again, I don't put on shoes all summer if I can help it
  • mirelaavdich
    mirelaavdich Posts: 41 Member
    I just finished week 5 yesterday. Here are few of things I feel are important:

    Good shoes. Must have good shoes!!
    Breathing is very important. I recommend you research running breathing techniques and trying them out. It makes a world of difference.
    I live in the south so not sure it this applies to you, but do not run when it is 85+ degrees outside.
    Run slow. Struggling to breathe is your #1 indicator that you are running too fast. Plus you'll get that nasty side stitch.
    Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate... Can't say this too much.
    Repeat workouts you find challenging.
    Schedule your workouts and stick to the schedule, no excuses.
    And by far the most important thing is to take pride in every step you take.

    Hope this helps :smile:
  • kenzienal
    kenzienal Posts: 205 Member
    I'm considering starting this program myself, and this post is really making me lean heavy with beginning it in a few weeks.

    My last 5k I ran back in March, I timed out at 33.38, so I am hoping this program wont be too tough on me.
  • Philtex
    Philtex Posts: 1,222 Member
    Way to go runners!
  • elv1ra
    elv1ra Posts: 146 Member
    I think it's a good tool to keep yourself moving forward even if you don't follow it as intended. I've been completing the early weeks as instructed, but finishing off the 5k at my own pace after I finish the workout because some of the later weeks look like they're pretty big jumps. I'm doing it on a treadmill and some good music and the right strain of pot have been the keys to sticking with it.
  • Jthanmyfitnesspal
    Jthanmyfitnesspal Posts: 3,522 Member
    Congratulations runners!

    I did the C25K program (using the Zen Labs app) last year and have kept at it. Just did a 5K in 27:32, which isn't very impressive to anyone but me. I'm jazzed just to get under 9min/mile!

    I've given this advice a lot:

    1) Don't feel bad going back to a prior workout as many times as you need to if the next one feels too hard. Working up your running takes a long time.

    2) Never stop doing intervals. Once you can jog the entire 5K, create fast/slow intervals to get faster. Intervals can be walk/run or jog/run.
  • dawson002
    dawson002 Posts: 170 Member
    Jthanmyftnesspal - 27 mins for a 5K is amazing and impressive to most of us. I've only managed a 5K possibly times and my fastest is 35 mins!!
  • Jthanmyfitnesspal
    Jthanmyfitnesspal Posts: 3,522 Member
    dawson002 wrote: »
    Jthanmyftnesspal - 27 mins for a 5K is amazing and impressive to most of us. I've only managed a 5K possibly times and my fastest is 35 mins!!

    Thanks! Definitely one of my best days this year.
  • krazy1sbk
    krazy1sbk Posts: 128 Member
    I'm about to download the app... However, I really hate running/ jogging. I did a 5k in just over 45 min a couple of years ago (no training, oops) and I hated it, but I really need to work on my cardio... So here I am (assuming I don't chicken out)
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