Week 1 – C25K Running Group

HeyGrlHey
HeyGrlHey Posts: 640
edited September 30 in Motivation and Support
:bigsmile: Week 1 of C25K!

We can use this thread to post comments about our progress with C25K, how we feel about it, and anything else you feel! I plan on creating a new thread for each week; so keep your eyes peeled for next week’s thread and don’t forget to check the Blog (link below) for updates!

:drinker: Week 1 Day 1 of the C25K!:drinker:

I hope everyone is ready to get started running! Just think in 9 weeks we should all be able to run a 5k!
The following are some suggested topic starters after each run you complete for the week:

Before C25K today I felt:____________________________________________
During C25K today I felt:____________________________________________
After C25K today I felt:______________________________________________
I have a question about:____________________________________________
So far I think C25K is:______________________________________________

You can also post anything else you feel is necessary! We should use the thread/blog to help support each other through C25K!

Good Luck everyone! Have a great run today and thank you again for the support!

M.:heart:

Blog Link: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/blog/hzminda
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  • mwatson23
    mwatson23 Posts: 18
    This is great, I really want to start this but would love to do it with others that are "non-rrunners" like me. Thanks so much excited to get started! (but a little nervous too!)

    :flowerforyou:
  • CoCoMa
    CoCoMa Posts: 904 Member
    I'm also a non-runner, so no worries, I'm sure there are plenty of us here. It's a bit intimidating, but I'm ready for tomorrow's challenge!!
  • Collinsky
    Collinsky Posts: 593 Member
    Great! I just finished Week 3, but I don't know if I'm going to be doing C25K at all for a little while -- I overdid it this last week. :frown: Yesterday I jogged a mile and a half after we did our regular C25K workout -- I was so proud!!! and then I realized I hurt myself. Managed to avoid shin splints, ended up with plantar fasciitis instead. I really should have just followed the schedule instead of pushing it!!

    But I'm stretching my foot and taking care of it, and hopefully I won't be out of commission for long. To anyone just starting out: good luck -- you can do it!!
  • winneau
    winneau Posts: 139 Member
    I just started C25K for Week 2 and I'm still in love with it!!! One thing I am started to question is my running "form" or complete lack thereof. For week one, I could just kind of push through each 60 sec. of running, but the longer runs in week 2 are really making me feel how little I know about proper posture and breathing.

    Has anyone else found any specific advice about form or cadence or breathing helpful? I could use some tips, for sure!!!

    Stay strong, C25Kers!!! Love to you all :heart:
  • winneau
    winneau Posts: 139 Member
    I just started C25K for Week 2 and I'm still in love with it!!! One thing I am started to question is my running "form" or complete lack thereof. For week one, I could just kind of push through each 60 sec. of running, but the longer runs in week 2 are really making me feel how little I know about proper posture and breathing.

    Has anyone else found any specific advice about form or cadence or breathing helpful? I could use some tips, for sure!!!

    Stay strong, C25Kers!!! Love to you all :heart:
  • psychofied
    psychofied Posts: 138
    Done with Day 1! I had a hard time finding a place where to jog since I live by the high way, anyway, I did it! Hope I can finish this week!
  • froggzy1015
    froggzy1015 Posts: 178 Member
    I did 2 days of Week 1 last week, never ran before. I'm starting fresh this week since a group of my girlfriends have decided to join me on this journey! I absolutely can't wait to get on this afternoon! Good luck to all of us!

    Can my friends join this blog?
  • carmcd
    carmcd Posts: 115
    starting week 2 today!! did 4 days of week 1 since i have not run since high school!!
  • aray379
    aray379 Posts: 131
    Starting week three today, eek. I struggled a bit last week with my knee but I'm hoping paying a bit more attention to form and slowing down will help. Good luck!
  • jernigan51
    jernigan51 Posts: 92
    I did W1D1 this morning and was completely shocked! I have never been a runner and I made it through without feeling like I was going to absolutely die! I have more confidence that this is actually an attainable goal now!
  • fmbarbuto
    fmbarbuto Posts: 131 Member
    Good morning everyone!

    Before C25K today I felt: Anticipation - could not wait to get going!

    During C25K today I felt: Great! I was really focusing on my breathing and running style. Trying to keep my shoulders relaxed and my breathing steady. I found that some of my faster music made me naturally swing my arms faster - amazing how sound affects you!

    After C25K today I felt: Great! I downloaded the C25K app on my Android phone and it is a huge help. It's also FREE! It helps keep track of your walking/running periods for you and makes chime noises between the session so you know when to stop/start each. I just wish it would make my treadmill speeds change too!

    Anyone else using the app? Or any other apps?

    So far I think C25K is: Doable!

    I did read the C25K tips thread - lots of good info there. I'm taking each day one day at a time. Trying to think of what I will do when I have vacation next week. I will not be home. Going to the St. Lawrence - we rented a camp on the river - for the whole week. We are bringing our bikes. Not sure I will be doing any running tho. I run on my treadmill currently - in my basement where it's somewhat cooler. Not sure I could run in the heat. I plan on bringing my running shoes and since I have the app on my phone, I can attempt the program w/out my treadmill. Might have to repeat week 2 when I come back home.

    Good luck to everyone! Looking forward to everyone's feedback about their first day!

    fran :happy:
  • lovinlulu
    lovinlulu Posts: 65 Member
    Just finished day 1...
    Before I was feeling, lazy and didn't really want to do it :) but it is done
    During, it was good, I have plenty of pent up anger I use to fuel my run times.
    Now I feel sweaty and gross :)

    I unfortunately do not have the app on my phone or anywhere. I took my ipod and changed my songs to only run for 60 or 90 seconds so when the song changes I switch.. Not the perfect option but it works!

    I am looking forward to doing this, full force!
  • froggzy1015
    froggzy1015 Posts: 178 Member
    Week 1, Day 1, DONE! I would feel pretty awesome if I hadn't decided to have my special week start right before I ran, lol! That kinda sucks! I did try it 2 days last week and did really well and then today my body was all tense. Wednesday will be better for sure....can't wait!
  • 1RareJewel
    1RareJewel Posts: 440 Member
    Before C25K today I felt:__excited to begin
    During C25K today I felt:__when will the running be over
    After C25K today I felt:__like i accomplishe something I should have been doing
    I have a question about:____________________________________________
    So far I think C25K is:__ok
  • futurekilousky
    futurekilousky Posts: 200
    Just did first day of Couch to 5K this morning! It was pretty hard but I feel awesome!

    Before doing C25K I felt tired and sore( must have slept weird)
    During C25K I was worried I couldn't finish, breathed easier, and listened to a "glee" playlist
    After doing C25K I feel energized and happy! Excited about this group.


    Also, I have the app on my iPhone and it was so helpful! I love the cues of when to jog and walk



    SW: 274
  • MadBabysMama
    MadBabysMama Posts: 373 Member
    great job, everybody. I will be starting week 2 today - wish me luck!!
  • shawnaf77
    shawnaf77 Posts: 25
    Just joined MFP and I have been seeing C25K comments. Can someone enlighten me to what exactly this is?
  • khaleesinoodlebelly
    khaleesinoodlebelly Posts: 165 Member
    Bumping this. I am thinking of starting this next month.. but maybe I can push it up to today to be in step with y'all :)
  • dointime
    dointime Posts: 103 Member
    Just joined MFP and I have been seeing C25K comments. Can someone enlighten me to what exactly this is?

    It's a running program called Couch to 5K or c25k for short. Basically, it helps you to go from being a couch potato to running a 5k in 9 weeks. I believe the website is coolrunning.com if you want to check it out.
  • dointime
    dointime Posts: 103 Member
    Just finished day one, I overslept big time today so didn't go out this morning. Now my husband is at work till 11pm and I'm here with the little ones so I ran in my kitchen (no treadmill, but I have a long kitchen). I know it sounds weird, but it's better than nothing. I don't want to put it off another day and take the chance that something will get in my way again, so I did what I had to do!

    Before running today, I felt disappointed since I overslept, irritable because I was mad at myself (and the house is a mess!), crappy because I had two days of bad eating prior to this.

    During my run today, I felt good because I was still doing what I was supposed to and proud because I was pushing myself. Also, I felt sweaty and out of breath!

    After my run, I felt extremely sweaty!!! I also felt proud that I had finished what I had set out to do, and energized because I got my body moving. Now I feel like I need a shower.

    I think c25k is pretty awesome. I know I can do this as long as I push myself.




    On another note, do any of you have trouble exercising in front of other people? I am so afraid people judge me, look at my VERY red face and my flab jiggling everywhere and just think mean things about me. Any suggestions on how to deal with this?
  • MadBabysMama
    MadBabysMama Posts: 373 Member
    to dointime - I know what you mean, it can be a bit embarrassing to workout when you're out of shape - I would just try to assume that everyone is thinking, hey, look at that girl pushing herself, I wish I could make myself run. Many regular gym-goers are actually very supportive of others' efforts to get fit, you probably have more in common with them than you think!

    Speaking of red faces and flab flying - I just got back from Week 2, Day 1 of my C25K program (mine is from a site called runningmate and is technically titled 5K101, but it's the same principle as the coolrunning one), which is 2.5 min run/2.5 min walk. It was tough but I actually liked the pacing of it. I could tell my legs were stronger than last week already - but maybe my extra elliptical work on the "off" days is helping, too.

    good luck to everyone else starting out, it's all about how well you pace yourself, just don't kill it and you'll be fine.
  • poizonivey
    poizonivey Posts: 117 Member
    bump
  • juicyjaycee
    juicyjaycee Posts: 5
    Great job, everyone! I completed Week 1 Day 1 earlier today. It was pouring down rain and I've been sick so I was really trying to talk myself out of doing it, but I made myself and I am so glad I did! I felt much better afterwards. I honestly thought it was going to be easier for me, since I used to run quite a bit, but the difficulty totally surprised me! I enjoyed the challenge.

    I used the app on my iPhone which was pretty great; I like not having to watch the clock myself. My heart rate monitor said I burned exactly 300 calories, so that's pretty cool! I can't wait to continue. I'm glad I have tomorrow off though!
  • aray379
    aray379 Posts: 131
    Completed week three day one today! I was worried about the 3 minute runs but actually end up enjoying them more than the 1:30 min ones. I did drop my speed from 6mph to 5.5mph for the 3 minute runs but it was the perfect speed, I felt like I could run forever!

    Before C25K today I was nervous and tried to talk myself out of going to the gym all afternoon
    During C25K today I felt great!
    After C25K today I felt: amazing for completing it (and sure that I need to get new running shoes)
    So far I think C25K is great way to ease into running
  • HeyGrlHey
    HeyGrlHey Posts: 640
    My current weight (as of 7/25) is 155lbs.

    My goal for this week: Is to complete Week 1 of C25K and eat healthy!

    This week I am going to focus on: Taking my rest days! I have trouble not exercising on my days off. I feel like I have to do something! So I usually go for a light walk.

    I plan on achieving my goal this week by: Staying motivated and knowing that I can do this!
    __________________________________________________________________________________________________

    Just got done with Week 1 Day 1 of C25K! I really enjoyed it (and my dog did too :laugh: I took him along with me for company)!

    Yesterday I planned to wake up early today to get the C25K out of the way, but things happened, so I ended up doing it at 8:30 pm, which was perfect! It wasn't hot out, it was nice, cool, and breezy!

    Before C25K today I felt excited to do it! At first I was afraid that I wasn't going to be able to finish it, but then when the time came I got my dog and told him that he is going to help me get through this (even if he has to drag me! :laugh: ).

    During C25K today I felt proud of myself. I was so happy that I was actually doing it and not passing out! I have this weird phobia that while I am exercising I am going to pass out and no one is going to know until its too late (weird I know!).

    After C25K today I felt strong! Now that I am done with the first day of C25K I feel like this week is going to go by like a cool breeze! I actually wanted to keep going once I was done!

    I have a question about: Where does everyone do their workout at? I did the jog/walk around my neighborhood, which hurt my feet because we have dirt/rocky roads.

    So far I think C25K is great! I felt like the timing was perfect because I would start jogging and then would feel like stopping, and as soon as I felt like stopping it was time to walk!


    M.:heart:
  • aray379
    aray379 Posts: 131
    I run on the treadmill because I wanted to be able to track calories and speed better. I will run outside though when I am finished with the program I am sure.
  • HeyGrlHey
    HeyGrlHey Posts: 640
    I run on the treadmill because I wanted to be able to track calories and speed better. I will run outside though when I am finished with the program I am sure.

    How many calories do you burn on average?

    M.:heart:
  • CoCoMa
    CoCoMa Posts: 904 Member
    OMG!!! My legs feel like jelly!!

    Before C25K today I felt:...intimidated and scared, and a little irritated at myself for being a chicken
    During C25K today I felt:....like my legs couldn't hold up my body, I asked myself several times..."is it over yet??"
    After C25K today I felt:...wobbly and hot, but excited that I actually got through it!!
    So far I think C25K is:...pretty cool because I know I can do it!!

    My hub decided to do it with me for motivation, and although he runs several times a week, he kept a slower pace so I didn't feel like I was being left behind. I plan on doing it on the treadmill.
  • CoCoMa
    CoCoMa Posts: 904 Member
    How many calories do you burn on average?

    M.:heart:

    I burned about 165 cals, but I was taking it really easy.
  • Felesina1
    Felesina1 Posts: 142
    While I'm definately a non-runner, I've read and spoken with runners whom suggest that you make sure that you time your breathing with your foot steps. So inhale during the group of steps that feels right to you (Step 1, 2, 3), exhale for the entire group of next steps (Step 1, 2, 3) for example. I found that after running today, that I tend to inhale during 2 steps and exhale during the next 2 steps. The other advice I've been given was 1) quality running shoes, 2) stretch before & after, 3) try to run mostly on the balls of your feet versus your heels. I was hesitant initially to do this run today, as I don't have a good timer or Podcast yet to help with the timing of the program itself. However, I did try to time it and walked/jogged 1.6 mile in 20 min. I hope to have a stopwatch by the end of the week to help as well as a Podcast.
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