C25K week 6

Different strokes for different folks, man. I can't speak for anyone else, but I like having that sort of regimen. I like knowing that today I am going to run for 10,15,20... whatever... minutes. Keep in mind, most of us here are not runners. This is not something that comes naturally to me. I think that is part of the reason why I need that sort of 'guidance'. Plus, it's good to know that I'm working though a program and it's a mental boost to know that I'm more than half way done. My hope is that at the end, when I'm able to run for 30 consecutive minutes, I can just step outside and run where ever for 30 minutes, if not more. But, thruthfully, if I do continue with the running, I know I will follow the c210K bridge program. Again, I like the regiment of it.

I agree. I couldn't have got through this without a disciplined, steady approach, AND I'm going to complete the program, albeit at a slightly accelerated pace.

For those that are interested, I have started a Bridge to 10K group for those on their way to that destination. Please everyone sign up!

:happy: C25K week 6 day 2 - COMPLETE!!!:bigsmile:

YAY us!
It was a pretty morning but chilly. Thermometer said 36 degrees...BRRR.
We layered up and headed out.... early.
The first 10 min was fairly easy but I could tell the cold air was effecting my breathing.
Our calves were screaming at us at 10, so we did stretch for a few seconds.
We kept up a brisk walk afterward. That helped my calves a lot.
The next 10 min was easier and my breathing was a bit easier.
Could have gone a bit more actually so that is a good sign.
Stopped at 10 and stretched my calves again before briskly walking the last 1/2 mile home.
Stretched when we got home which felt good.

Looking forward to Day 3...

So proud of you all - doing so terrific.

WOW Russell - just...WOW!
So stinkin' proud of you for doing it and rockin it out in a great time too!
You are setting the bar KIND of high for the rest of us...lol.
Oh and I hope the job interview went super well too.

Beagles & TX - you are doing so super!!
Fit - I hope you are doing ok ...
PlayOut- I think the bridge to 10k sounds like a good plan.
Hoping I get there....one day...

Keep pushing forward my friends....

I wish there were a like button, like there is on Facebook. Well said!

I just finished my WK6D3 run and I feel like I passed a giant milestone in running!!! It was easier and faster than last week and NOT ONCE did I have to go into the mode of telling myself to just keep going! In fact, I went ahead and kept running for another 2 minutes and then intermittently for the rest of my route. I'm still slow....I may have even over estimated how fast I went last week, so last week was, well, REALLY slow. Anyway, I finished 2.9 miles 5 minutes faster than yesterday and it felt great!!!!!!
Russell - Congratulations on doing so well today! Are you going to start the Bridge to 10K right now or at the end of the C25K in a couple of weeks? I'd be up for it in two weeks, but I want to finish the entire C25K program first. I'm going to use the next 2 -3 weeks to try to increase my speed.

I am so proud of you!!!! Your run days are one day prior to mine and you are always an inspiration!!!

Well, kids, I can put week 6 in the bag. Yay!!! It was a hard run today. I shall break it down into the bad and good. Let's get the bad out of the way first:

-I had lead legs. Seriously, for like the first 10 minutes my legs were barely getting off the ground.
-My left knee hurt. This knee bothers me on and off but this is the first time since I've started running. I normally do strenght training between running days, but haven't for the past week and a half or so, and so I'm sure that is a huge contributor. Back to squats and such tomorrow.
-I ran earlier than usual and it was soooo cold. Even after I warmed up my thighs and buttocks were freezing. I need to get me some warming tights for under my pants.

NOW THE GOOD:

-I ran for 25 minutes! Whoo hoo!!!! I ran a total of 1.7 miles, which is more than half the goal of this program. I know at the end of the program I won't be running a full 3 miles in the alloted 30 minutes, but no matter. I ran 25 minutes, wow!!!
-I think I might have experienced 'endorphins' kick in. Exactly at 10 minutes both my knee and lead legs went away. Then it just became a mental game.

Well, that's that. Week 6 is done and onto week 7. Have a great weekend!!! =0)

I often start with lead legs too-depending on the day it can take me up to 10min for that to go away-some days it only takes 30 seconds of running. Yay on the endorphins though I totally get runner's high I think, because running makes me feel like a million bucks LOL.
I don't think I'll be running the full 5k either, as I am halfway through week 7 and can already run the 30min but am only doing 3.5km in that 30min. Maybe I'll be able to up it by the end of my 9 weeks, maybe not. Like you, I am happy with what I can do though!!! Keep it up!

Well, kids, I can put week 6 in the bag. Yay!!! It was a hard run today. I shall break it down into the bad and good. Let's get the bad out of the way first:

-I had lead legs. Seriously, for like the first 10 minutes my legs were barely getting off the ground.
-My left knee hurt. This knee bothers me on and off but this is the first time since I've started running. I normally do strenght training between running days, but haven't for the past week and a half or so, and so I'm sure that is a huge contributor. Back to squats and such tomorrow.
-I ran earlier than usual and it was soooo cold. Even after I warmed up my thighs and buttocks were freezing. I need to get me some warming tights for under my pants.

NOW THE GOOD:

-I ran for 25 minutes! Whoo hoo!!!! I ran a total of 1.7 miles, which is more than half the goal of this program. I know at the end of the program I won't be running a full 3 miles in the alloted 30 minutes, but no matter. I ran 25 minutes, wow!!!
-I think I might have experienced 'endorphins' kick in. Exactly at 10 minutes both my knee and lead legs went away. Then it just became a mental game.

Well, that's that. Week 6 is done and onto week 7. Have a great weekend!!! =0)