C25K Running Group

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  • aray379
    aray379 Posts: 131
    I know some of you have already started the C25K so I have a question! My calfs are sore from running and are sore a bit when running. I have had shin splints before but I don't think that's what it is this time but am still a bit paranoid about getting them (hah). Logically, to me anyways, it makes sense that my shins would be sore because I've just started running after quite a few years of a break. I am thinking that it is just general muscle fatgiue soreness like the kind that accopanies any exercise. Have any of you have sore legs too??
  • bluefever
    bluefever Posts: 93 Member
    My calves are definatly sore and tight. I think it's just our legs getting use to the impact and movement. A good calf stretch should help.
  • aray379
    aray379 Posts: 131
    My calves are definatly sore and tight. I think it's just our legs getting use to the impact and movement. A good calf stretch should help.

    Okay that's what I was thinking too! Thanks, I figure I'll know when/if I get shin splints.
  • jernigan51
    jernigan51 Posts: 92
    I'm in! My name is Jen and I'm starting at 182.5 lbs.! I've been on MFP for about 60 days and have lost about 17 lbs so far! Can't wait for this challenge and good luck to everyone!
  • fmbarbuto
    fmbarbuto Posts: 131 Member
    I know some of you have already started the C25K so I have a question! My calfs are sore from running and are sore a bit when running. I have had shin splints before but I don't think that's what it is this time but am still a bit paranoid about getting them (hah). Logically, to me anyways, it makes sense that my shins would be sore because I've just started running after quite a few years of a break. I am thinking that it is just general muscle fatgiue soreness like the kind that accopanies any exercise. Have any of you have sore legs too??


    Invest in some good running shoes! I just bought my first pair last night and just used them about a 1/2 hour ago. What a HUGE difference for me! I felt great during my 30 minute session and after a good stretch I feel even better! Definately worth it - especially if you're joining us on the C25k journey!

    Hope this helps! :flowerforyou:
    fran
  • HeyGrlHey
    HeyGrlHey Posts: 640
    I'm in! My name is Jen and I'm starting at 182.5 lbs.! I've been on MFP for about 60 days and have lost about 17 lbs so far! Can't wait for this challenge and good luck to everyone!
    Great to have you on board and congratulations on your success so far!

    M.:heart:
  • HeyGrlHey
    HeyGrlHey Posts: 640
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    Invest in some good running shoes! I just bought my first pair last night and just used them about a 1/2 hour ago. What a HUGE difference for me! I felt great during my 30 minute session and after a good stretch I feel even better! Definately worth it - especially if you're joining us on the C25k journey!

    Hope this helps! :flowerforyou:
    fran
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    Hey Fran,

    where did you buy your running shoes? I just got a hole in my shoe that I run with (which aren't running shoes), so I am in need of buying some. Does anyone recommend a specific brand?
    M.:heart:
  • aray379
    aray379 Posts: 131
    You should go to a store that will fit you for the type of shoe you need. They watch you run and determine your needs. I have pretty good running sneakrs (Brooks and Asics) so I don't think that's the problem, though going to get some Saucony's in august to move to more minimalist running!
  • lovinlulu
    lovinlulu Posts: 65 Member
    I would love to join if I can.. I signed up for a 5K in October and need to kick it into gear!

    My SW is 186

    Holly :)
  • HeyGrlHey
    HeyGrlHey Posts: 640
    I would love to join if I can.. I signed up for a 5K in October and need to kick it into gear!

    My SW is 186

    Holly :)
    Hey Holly!
    Thanks for joining :bigsmile: I just added you to the members list.
    M:heart:
  • psychofied
    psychofied Posts: 138
    BTW, we're only going to run 3x a week right? So it depends when we'll do it?
  • HeyGrlHey
    HeyGrlHey Posts: 640
    BTW, we're only going to run 3x a week right? So it depends when we'll do it?

    Hey Psychofied,

    Yup. I believe we are going to complete the C25K running plan 3X a week. I personally plan on completing it Mondays, Wednesday, and Fridays (to give myself rest days/convenience).

    I will be posting a new thread (Week 1 Running Group) and blog (C25K Running Group) Sunday evening :bigsmile:
    It will include the members list, SW, and some discussion ideas!

    M.:heart:
  • psychofied
    psychofied Posts: 138
    BTW, we're only going to run 3x a week right? So it depends when we'll do it?

    Hey Psychofied,

    Yup. I believe we are going to complete the C25K running plan 3X a week. I personally plan on completing it Mondays, Wednesday, and Fridays (to give myself rest days/convenience).

    I will be posting a new thread (Week 1 Running Group) and blog (C25K Running Group) Sunday evening :bigsmile:
    It will include the members list, SW, and some discussion ideas!

    M.:heart:

    But it's not necessary that we'll have to do it on MWF right?
    Looking forward to it!
  • HeyGrlHey
    HeyGrlHey Posts: 640
    BTW, we're only going to run 3x a week right? So it depends when we'll do it?

    Hey Psychofied,

    Yup. I believe we are going to complete the C25K running plan 3X a week. I personally plan on completing it Mondays, Wednesday, and Fridays (to give myself rest days/convenience).

    I will be posting a new thread (Week 1 Running Group) and blog (C25K Running Group) Sunday evening :bigsmile:
    It will include the members list, SW, and some discussion ideas!

    M.:heart:

    But it's not necessary that we'll have to do it on MWF right?
    Looking forward to it!
    Nope, you can do it when it is most convenient for you :tongue:

    M.:heart:
  • CarolM742
    CarolM742 Posts: 28 Member
    I just signed up for the C25K program online and am planning on downloading it to my Iphone. I would love to join this group. I will be running on M,W,F.
  • JeSuisPrest
    JeSuisPrest Posts: 2,005 Member
    Please count me in as well, my weight is 154.
  • HeyGrlHey
    HeyGrlHey Posts: 640
    I just signed up for the C25K program online and am planning on downloading it to my Iphone. I would love to join this group. I will be running on M,W,F.
    Hey Carol!
    Thanks for wanting to joining our C25K group :smile:
    I will be sure to add you to the members list.

    M.:heart:
  • HeyGrlHey
    HeyGrlHey Posts: 640
    Please count me in as well, my weight is 154.
    Hi Alicia :happy:

    I will be happy to add you to the members list!

    M.:heart:
  • HeyGrlHey
    HeyGrlHey Posts: 640
    :drinker: ****ATTENTION****:drinker:

    Hey Everyone :bigsmile:
    I hope you are all excited to start C25K!

    I just wanted to inform everyone that tomorrow, Sunday, I will be posting a blog (C25K Running Group) that people can follow if they want :glasses: The blog will contain information regarding the group (members list, weight, etc.).

    Thank you :flowerforyou: for joining me and everyone else on the running journey!

    M.:heart:
  • Mande_G
    Mande_G Posts: 599 Member
    If you're still accepting members, I'd like to join in!

    I've been a member of MFP for almost two years now. Initially lost 40 lbs, then got off track a little, gained 10 back, lost 10, gained it back. I've been struggling to find my motivation, but I've decided I have to do it. I need to lose 50-60 more lbs, and REALLY need to get back to a regular exercise routine.

    I've been wanting to try Couch to 5k for a long time now -- so now I'm going to do it! I'm lucky enough that my apartment complex has a 24 hour gym on site, so no outdoor running in the icky heat!
  • HeyGrlHey
    HeyGrlHey Posts: 640
    If you're still accepting members, I'd like to join in!

    I've been a member of MFP for almost two years now. Initially lost 40 lbs, then got off track a little, gained 10 back, lost 10, gained it back. I've been struggling to find my motivation, but I've decided I have to do it. I need to lose 50-60 more lbs, and REALLY need to get back to a regular exercise routine.

    I've been wanting to try Couch to 5k for a long time now -- so now I'm going to do it! I'm lucky enough that my apartment complex has a 24 hour gym on site, so no outdoor running in the icky heat!
    Hey Mande!
    Yup you are more than welcome to join us :bigsmile:
    We will be starting Monday.
    I'll add you to the members list.
    M.:heart:
  • HeyGrlHey
    HeyGrlHey Posts: 640
    Hey Everyone!:happy:

    I just created a blog for the C25K Running Group. I posted the first post with group member names, weights, and different support ideas. Everything each person decides to do with this group (posting wise) is up to the individual. There are no requirements (except for the two).

    Below is the link to the Blog:
    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/blog/hzminda/view/week-1-c25k-running-group-128162

    I plan on making a new thread called "Week 1 - C25K Running Group" where we can post about that specific week.

    Let me know if you have any questions or need to change anything :tongue:

    M.:heart:
  • 1RareJewel
    1RareJewel Posts: 440 Member
    I would lke to join. My starting weight is 193.7 and my goal is to lose 15 to 20lbs by the time I complete the program.
  • allybally6
    allybally6 Posts: 142 Member
    Hey sorry my starting weight is 151. I'd like to be 140 when I finish.
  • HeyGrlHey
    HeyGrlHey Posts: 640
    I would lke to join. My starting weight is 193.7 and my goal is to lose 15 to 20lbs by the time I complete the program.
    Hey Jewel!
    I will be sure to add you to the members list.

    M.:heart:
  • HeyGrlHey
    HeyGrlHey Posts: 640
    Hey sorry my starting weight is 151. I'd like to be 140 when I finish.
    Thank you for your SW :bigsmile:

    M.:heart:
  • HeyGrlHey
    HeyGrlHey Posts: 640
    Just so everyone knows,

    Anyone can join this group at anytime:happy: . The only thing would be that I won't add you to the "members list", but you can always track your own SW and EndingW. :tongue:

    M.:heart:
  • juicyjaycee
    juicyjaycee Posts: 5
    Hey, I just joined MFP, and I just got the C25K app for my iPhone and was planning on starting tomorrow, so this is perfect! I'm looking forward to the support of this site.

    SW: 160.2 lbs
    GW (for the end of the C25K program): 149 lbs

    Also, I signed up for a 5K exactly 9 weeks from now (September 24th) so that should give me something to work towards! Good luck everyone, we can do this!
  • gmhvin
    gmhvin Posts: 29 Member
    I would like to join this group! I have NEVER been a runner but have been giving some serious thought to giving it a try. I am new to MFP and am starting at 218 pounds, down from 222 pounds.

    Looking forward to sharing success with all group members!

    Gail
  • HeyGrlHey
    HeyGrlHey Posts: 640
    Hey, I just joined MFP, and I just got the C25K app for my iPhone and was planning on starting tomorrow, so this is perfect! I'm looking forward to the support of this site.

    SW: 160.2 lbs
    GW (for the end of the C25K program): 149 lbs

    Also, I signed up for a 5K exactly 9 weeks from now (September 24th) so that should give me something to work towards! Good luck everyone, we can do this!
    I would like to join this group! I have NEVER been a runner but have been giving some serious thought to giving it a try. I am new to MFP and am starting at 218 pounds, down from 222 pounds.

    Looking forward to sharing success with all group members!

    Gail

    Hi Jaycee and Gail!
    I have added you both to the members list on the Blog (be sure to read! - Link is in above post).

    M.:heart:
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