C25K Buddies!!!!
AJDistel
Posts: 93
How many are doing C25K? No matter when you started or where your at, what you weigh, your age, male or female, treadmill or road runner, you can always use some support and inspiration. So this group is for anyone doing the program. I'm hoping we can all help each other and motivate one another to keep going!
I'm doing W5D2 tomorrow and Friday I'm dreading the D3 20 min run. AAAHHH!!! I'm gonna give it my best. Every week I look at the running schedule I think... "You got to be kidding me???" But I power through it and complete it. Its been a hard process for me since I've never been a runner. I played softball in high school but nothing beyond that. I am not a small girl by an means, so finishing this program will be a MAJOR accomplishment for me. I'm planning on running my first EVER 5K in December, so I have to finish.
Good luck to everyone! I hope to find some buddies to encourage and be encouraged by. Feel free to friend me!
I'm doing W5D2 tomorrow and Friday I'm dreading the D3 20 min run. AAAHHH!!! I'm gonna give it my best. Every week I look at the running schedule I think... "You got to be kidding me???" But I power through it and complete it. Its been a hard process for me since I've never been a runner. I played softball in high school but nothing beyond that. I am not a small girl by an means, so finishing this program will be a MAJOR accomplishment for me. I'm planning on running my first EVER 5K in December, so I have to finish.
Good luck to everyone! I hope to find some buddies to encourage and be encouraged by. Feel free to friend me!
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I am doing week 3, day 2 tomorrow and I wonder how the hell I am going to get to 20 minutes when 3 minutes is killing me!0
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I am in week 8 day 2 You can do it...it's an awesome feeling !!0
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You'll be surprised at how you improve. I struggled with the 3 minute and 5 minute runs at first, but last night I did W8D1 which is 28 minutes continuous and I made it.
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If it'll ever stop raining, I'm due to start W8. I love love love the program! Never in a million years did I think I'd be able to run 25 mins straight!0
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I am in week 2, day 3 is on Friday, but day 1 and 2 were not bad at all. I do have my fears for the upcoming weeks, I've seen a lot of people on here doing C25K, but I don't see many 250lb + people doing it..0
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I'm in week 7, but am running my first 5K on Saturday!! I know that I may not be able to run the whole way, but it will give me a goal for my next one!0
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I just started yesterday...........:drinker: :drinker: :drinker:0
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Way to go! I am on week 4 day 2. I too have never been a runner. Actually always hated it! Played sports, but never long distance running always felt the pain of shin splints!
This program has really help build my confidence, I would have never have heard of it, if it wasn't for you guys!0 -
I'm doing "Run Your Butt Off" which is very similar to C25K and I'm up to 2 minutes walking, 8 minutes running. I run very slowly, but my goal is to keeping running, not be any kind of speed machine. My first race is November 19th and I'm really excited about it. I was a little sidetracked in September; had bronchitis, my husband was sick, my sister got married and now it has rained for four days straight. But I completed the run outside on Sunday and I'm going to the Y today so I'll be able to run on the treadmill so at least I'll get my time in. At 57, completing my first 5K is a wonderful accomplishment and I can't wait to do it! I could really use some encouragement, though, ad I'm glad I found this thread!0
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C25K graduate.
35/ male
This thing works, I feel so much better and look forward to my run. I was struggling way back when on even week 1 day 1.
Now I have had to redo my entire route. 5k is my "normal" run distance now. Due to life constraints, it can be shorter or longer. I didn't do the 10k bridge, but I am able to run 10k. I have so much endurance its sick, the only downside is that I ignored my upper body.0 -
I'm doing W5D2 tomorrow and Friday I'm dreading the D3 20 min run.
I'm at the exact same place! Did W5D1 yesterday and will do D2 either tomorrow or Friday, weather permitting. I know that I can run a mile non-stop (have done it 2x) but 20 minutes??? Sheesh!
My stinkin' shin splints are back too...makes it more difficult but I just deal with it. :grumble:
I NEVER thought I would be a runner!!! :drinker:0 -
I am in week 2, day 3 is on Friday, but day 1 and 2 were not bad at all. I do have my fears for the upcoming weeks, I've seen a lot of people on here doing C25K, but I don't see many 250lb + people doing it..
I know. I haven't seen many either. But I'm gonna keep going. I may not run fast, but at least I'm doing it.0 -
I'm in week 7, but am running my first 5K on Saturday!! I know that I may not be able to run the whole way, but it will give me a goal for my next one!
Good luck Saturday! If you finish running or not, at least you finished. Give it your best.0 -
I'm doing "Run Your Butt Off" which is very similar to C25K and I'm up to 2 minutes walking, 8 minutes running. I run very slowly, but my goal is to keeping running, not be any kind of speed machine. My first race is November 19th and I'm really excited about it. I was a little sidetracked in September; had bronchitis, my husband was sick, my sister got married and now it has rained for four days straight. But I completed the run outside on Sunday and I'm going to the Y today so I'll be able to run on the treadmill so at least I'll get my time in. At 57, completing my first 5K is a wonderful accomplishment and I can't wait to do it! I could really use some encouragement, though, ad I'm glad I found this thread!
It's not how fast you go... it's just about finishing. That's what I have to keep in my head. Keep it up!!0 -
I am in week 2, day 3 is on Friday, but day 1 and 2 were not bad at all. I do have my fears for the upcoming weeks, I've seen a lot of people on here doing C25K, but I don't see many 250lb + people doing it..
Ya know what's cool about running? It doesn't matter what you look like, who you are, how tall, how short, cute, fugly ,mean, sweet, etc You are getting off your butt and running...BE PROUD!!!!!!0 -
I'm doing "Run Your Butt Off" which is very similar to C25K and I'm up to 2 minutes walking, 8 minutes running. I run very slowly, but my goal is to keeping running, not be any kind of speed machine. My first race is November 19th and I'm really excited about it. I was a little sidetracked in September; had bronchitis, my husband was sick, my sister got married and now it has rained for four days straight. But I completed the run outside on Sunday and I'm going to the Y today so I'll be able to run on the treadmill so at least I'll get my time in. At 57, completing my first 5K is a wonderful accomplishment and I can't wait to do it! I could really use some encouragement, though, ad I'm glad I found this thread!
YAY for you!!! My first 5K is Oct 30th then I have a 5 mile on NOv 6th and a 5K on Nov 24th ! You can do it!! Please feel free to add me as a friend,,,I'll be on your team
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I'm doing W5D2 tomorrow and Friday I'm dreading the D3 20 min run.
I'm at the exact same place! Did W5D1 yesterday and will do D2 either tomorrow or Friday, weather permitting. I know that I can run a mile non-stop (have done it 2x) but 20 minutes??? Sheesh!
My stinkin' shin splints are back too...makes it more difficult but I just deal with it. :grumble:
I NEVER thought I would be a runner!!! :drinker:
I have a shin splint problem too...feel free to message me if ya want some pointers 0 -
I'm doing W5D2 tomorrow and Friday I'm dreading the D3 20 min run.
I'm at the exact same place! Did W5D1 yesterday and will do D2 either tomorrow or Friday, weather permitting. I know that I can run a mile non-stop (have done it 2x) but 20 minutes??? Sheesh!
My stinkin' shin splints are back too...makes it more difficult but I just deal with it. :grumble:
I NEVER thought I would be a runner!!! :drinker:
I have a shin splint problem too...feel free to message me if ya want some pointers
Add me as a friend if you like!
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I have done C25K and graduated and did my first 5K back in 2010.
Now that I had fallen off the wagon, and gained some. I have hopped back on and want to start running again.
This time around my day1 wasn't so pleasant. But I'll keep chugging along. 0 -
I'm doing a 6 week version. Basically 4 days running instead of the 3. Just started my 3rd week!0
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im just about finished.. week 9 day 1 tomorrow. Im excited to finally call myself a runner! (i never in my life ran for more than 5 mins & that was back in high school) Good luck on ur 5K :happy:0
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Good morning Runners!!!
I did my W5D2 yesterday and did really good. I even went over the 8 mins so I was pretty happy with that. It makes me feel better about running the 20 mins straight tomorrow. I think I need to get new running shoes. This is something I plan to keep up so I want some good ones. Any suggestions??
Good luck running today!!!0 -
im just about finished.. week 9 day 1 tomorrow. Im excited to finally call myself a runner! (i never in my life ran for more than 5 mins & that was back in high school) Good luck on ur 5K :happy:
Good luck on your final week! I'm sure it'll be a great accomplishment to finish a program like this!0 -
I have done C25K and graduated and did my first 5K back in 2010.
Now that I had fallen off the wagon, and gained some. I have hopped back on and want to start running again.
This time around my day1 wasn't so pleasant. But I'll keep chugging along.
This is actually my second running program. I like the C25k better that the other. But I know it's hard to start again. Good luck and like you said... just keep chuggin!0 -
Good morning Runners!!!
I did my W5D2 yesterday and did really good. I even went over the 8 mins so I was pretty happy with that. It makes me feel better about running the 20 mins straight tomorrow. I think I need to get new running shoes. This is something I plan to keep up so I want some good ones. Any suggestions??
Good luck running today!!!
I've had a pair of Asics that were great.
I have a pair of Under Armour shoes now that are comfortable, not so sure I like them for running though.0 -
I've had a pair of Asics that were great.
I've heard a lot of people suggest them. I should look into them.0 -
TGIF!!! How's everyone doing this morning?
C25k week 5 is completed! Felt good after my run. Now that I know I can run nonstop, I'm looking forward to the rest of the weeks. How did everyone else do?0 -
Taking a rest day today. I might do an exercise video though later. Hopefully will go for a run tomorrow after I work.
Glad to hear your run went really well! Kudos to you! :flowerforyou:0 -
I had started this last week but have fallen off the bandwagon already. Plan to start over Monday and aim to run 4 days a week.0
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Good morning Runners!!!
I did my W5D2 yesterday and did really good. I even went over the 8 mins so I was pretty happy with that. It makes me feel better about running the 20 mins straight tomorrow. I think I need to get new running shoes. This is something I plan to keep up so I want some good ones. Any suggestions??
Good luck running today!!!
I am addicted to joesnewbalanceoutlet.com GREAT shoes at awesome prices! If you don't like a shoes...return them no questions asked. I just got the 740's and i love them alot!!!
I've had a pair of Asics that were great.0
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