Couch to 5K Running Program (C25K)

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jdunn4230
jdunn4230 Posts: 10 Member
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Hi, I’m 46 and just discovered jogging. I had a few stone to lose and mostly did that by lots of brisk walking but found as my fitness improved I could jog 1km and then 2km. I haven’t managed 5km but building up to it. Really enjoy it and sort of wish I’d got into it in my 20’s. I feel like I’m jogging quickly but take about 7 min 50 sec per KM, which I guess is slow.

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  • GummiMundi
    GummiMundi Posts: 396 Member
    Welcome to the group! :)
    Building up is the key to success. If it makes you feel any better, I'm slower than that, hehe! (I haven't measured my distances accurately, I'm just guesstimating from my C25K runs). ;)
  • ladyzherra
    ladyzherra Posts: 438 Member
    Discovering jogging is a great feeling! Good for you! :)

    I am a very slow runner. I think that slow is a great way to be, especially when just starting out, or anytime!
  • KEDGIN3432
    KEDGIN3432 Posts: 4 Member
    Speed will come with practice. Go slow and concentrate on establishing good breathing and relaxed stride. Too fast now could cause injuries which will force you to start your quest over. All in time.
  • rickc74
    rickc74 Posts: 416 Member
    Slow, steady improvement is the way to do it. Good work!

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