C25K-New Year Challenge

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  • solongmuffintop
    solongmuffintop Posts: 10
    Hey all! Still out of state on vacation so it's been hard to get on here and update. I'm a little behind everyone, but sticking with it. I finished w2d1 today and will head out tomorrow for day two. Glad to read that other people have found that the program turned them into runners!
  • dexters_dexterity
    dexters_dexterity Posts: 342 Member
    You guys are doing AWESOME!!!!
    I am still out swollen ankle... :( BOO
    Glad you guys are doing so great!!! YEAH!
    Have u tried winsor pilates side kicks series there is no ankle work n it's effective
  • dexters_dexterity
    dexters_dexterity Posts: 342 Member
    Welldone guys everybody is doing so great and Congrats des92 for finally overcoming the plataue
  • HealthyJess88
    HealthyJess88 Posts: 199 Member
    Week 3 done for me :)

    Looking forward to wk 4 run 1, even though it's almost double the running!

    I'm sure it's the same with some of you other C25Kers - I'm finding that by the 3rd run each week, I'm feeling comfortable, and even keen to do more running and less walking, which makes the next week exciting to get into.
  • bobbi29
    bobbi29 Posts: 138 Member
    Completed W3D1

    New Stats

    Starting Weight: 288
    CW-287
    GW-125
    Bicep: 17-Nov 13-16.5
    Bust(fullest): 44-Nov 13- 45
    Waist(narrowest): 45 Nov 13- 41
    Belly around navel: 50-Nov 13- 49
    Hips(widest): 53-Nov 13- 52.5
    Thighs (widest): 28-Nov 13- 27
    calves-20.5R, 20L: Nov 13- 19.5, 20L:
    Mini GW challenge-278 -
  • CaptainGordo
    CaptainGordo Posts: 4,437 Member
    A C25K group has been set-up, and is open to everyone to join. No invitation needed. Discussions include tips, experiences, encouragement, graduation announcements, progress tracking and app/podcast reviews.

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/30-couch-to-5k-running-program-c25k
  • dexters_dexterity
    dexters_dexterity Posts: 342 Member
    Completed W3D1

    New Stats

    Starting Weight: 288
    CW-287
    GW-125
    Bicep: 17-Nov 13-16.5
    Bust(fullest): 44-Nov 13- 45
    Waist(narrowest): 45 Nov 13- 41
    Belly around navel: 50-Nov 13- 49
    Hips(widest): 53-Nov 13- 52.5
    Thighs (widest): 28-Nov 13- 27
    calves-20.5R, 20L: Nov 13- 19.5, 20L:
    Mini GW challenge-278 -


    amazing results
  • greytblackdog
    greytblackdog Posts: 51 Member
    Hi everyone! I completed W2D3 on Friday in 30 degree weather and 20 mph winds. I have to say I am thankful this type of weather never happens in Georgia or else my winter running plans might have to be moved in doors. I do think I like running outside in 30 degree weather way better than in 100 degree weather.

    Distance: 2.52 mi
    Walk Pace: 14:23/mi
    Run Pace: 10:49/mi
    Cal Burned: 274

    W3D1 tomorrow!!!
  • amandac72
    amandac72 Posts: 366 Member
    After a not so fantastic weekend, bad food choices and no exercise :embarassed: I jumped back in today. Over an hour at the gym this morning and then went out for W3D1 tonight. I struggled a bit with the 3min runs. I should have had a drink before I left because I was already a little thirsty when I started and after the runs I was so dry and needing water!! It did'nt help that I was running into a very strong wind at times, but even though my mind was saying "stop, stop" I just kept going!! I kept thinking if I can't do 3 min runs now how am I going to ever do 5 or 10 min runs in the next couple of weeks!!
  • greytblackdog
    greytblackdog Posts: 51 Member
    I blew it out this weekend too and consumed most of my calories via liquid diet - if you know what I mean. But this is far from normal for me, but alcohol calories are harder for me to burn for some reason. You can make up for it this week. My legs got tired on the last 3 min run too. I pushed through it though.

    W3D1 Done. Stats below:

    Distance: 2.21 mi
    Walk Pace: 14:58/mi
    Run Pace: 9:42/mi
    Cal Burned: 242

    After a not so fantastic weekend, bad food choices and no exercise :embarassed: I jumped back in today. Over an hour at the gym this morning and then went out for W3D1 tonight. I struggled a bit with the 3min runs. I should have had a drink before I left because I was already a little thirsty when I started and after the runs I was so dry and needing water!! It did'nt help that I was running into a very strong wind at times, but even though my mind was saying "stop, stop" I just kept going!! I kept thinking if I can't do 3 min runs now how am I going to ever do 5 or 10 min runs in the next couple of weeks!!
  • loveme445
    loveme445 Posts: 2,439 Member
    Week 2 Day 2 Done!
  • Bovaryoo
    Bovaryoo Posts: 1,374 Member
    A bit behind but W2D3 done!

    *opps, wrong day
  • dexters_dexterity
    dexters_dexterity Posts: 342 Member
    gr8 work guys, ahead or behind we gonna do it!
  • sonyachan
    sonyachan Posts: 518 Member
    W3D1 is done and I DID IT!!! :)
  • Des92
    Des92 Posts: 309 Member
    can't wait for W3 D2 tomorrow, I was so nervous when I saw those 2.5 minute runs, but I loved them! Felt great afterwards!
  • loveme445
    loveme445 Posts: 2,439 Member
    Week 2 Day 3 Done!
  • bobbi29
    bobbi29 Posts: 138 Member
    Completed W3D2 for got to post yesterday.

    Starting Weight: 288
    CW-285
    GW-125
    Bicep: 17-Nov 13-16.5
    Bust(fullest): 44-Nov 13- 45
    Waist(narrowest): 45 Nov 13- 41
    Belly around navel: 50-Nov 13- 49
    Hips(widest): 53-Nov 13- 52.5
    Thighs (widest): 28-Nov 13- 27
    calves-20.5R, 20L: Nov 13- 19.5, 20L:
    Mini GW challenge-278 -
  • dexters_dexterity
    dexters_dexterity Posts: 342 Member
    Way to go! We r going to be runners very soon
  • sonyachan
    sonyachan Posts: 518 Member
    W3 D2 went well, but coming down with a cold. :(
  • Bovaryoo
    Bovaryoo Posts: 1,374 Member
    W3D1 done! Jogging the 3minutes wasn't as bad as I thought.
  • greytblackdog
    greytblackdog Posts: 51 Member
    I missed my run today due to tornados and horrible storms. I really like running outside and I really couldn't bring myself to get on the treadmill - although I should have. I plan to run in the morning and on Saturday, so I'll get all 3 in this week.
  • bobbi29
    bobbi29 Posts: 138 Member
    W3D3 down on to W4 Woot Woot!!


    Starting Weight: 288
    CW-285
    GW-125
    Bicep: 17-Nov 13-16.5
    Bust(fullest): 44-Nov 13- 45
    Waist(narrowest): 45 Nov 13- 41
    Belly around navel: 50-Nov 13- 49
    Hips(widest): 53-Nov 13- 52.5
    Thighs (widest): 28-Nov 13- 27
    calves-20.5R, 20L: Nov 13- 19.5, 20L:
    Mini GW challenge-278 -
  • Bovaryoo
    Bovaryoo Posts: 1,374 Member
    Felt good after completing W3D2, so I decided to do W3D3. Yay, now I'm all caught up!
  • amandac72
    amandac72 Posts: 366 Member
    Week 3 Complete :happy:

    My Husband and I did Day 2 last night, it was a lovely night with a light cool breeze, perfect for running and I really enjoyed it, even added a couple of extra runs at the end!!

    So this morning I went to they gym and decided to get Day 3 done because if I leave it to the weekend then I probably won't do it, life gets in the way with the family home :grumble: I so did not enjoy it as much on the treadmill. I think it is because there is too much temptation to watch the clock count down and those 3 minutes just seem soooo long!! Anyway got it done and now a couple of rest days and looking forward to starting week 4 :smile:
  • Des92
    Des92 Posts: 309 Member
    Finished week 3, and tonight while stretching afterwards, I found a new muscle in my thigh!! I love when this happens! YAY C25K :)
  • greytblackdog
    greytblackdog Posts: 51 Member
    I got my run in yesterday, I just couldn't log in to update this page. I wonder why the mobile app doesn't allow for message board postings? Anyhow, I'm getting nervous about next week. I have no idea how I'm going to run for 5 min at a time. I guess I need to slow my pace down. Stats below:

    W3D2
    Distance: 2.24 mi
    Walk Pace: 14:34/mi
    Run Pace: 9:41/mi
    Cal Burned: 224

    I am down 1lb today, so maybe all this 1200 calorie tracking and running is going somewhere. Happy Friday everyone!
  • dexters_dexterity
    dexters_dexterity Posts: 342 Member
    im so proud of all u guys,week3 is over
  • sonyachan
    sonyachan Posts: 518 Member
    I wish it was done for me. Still got a sinus infection, though I am recovering. Gonna rest again today and hoping I can run tomorrow or Sunday, so that I'm not too far behind. Good job ladies!
  • greytblackdog
    greytblackdog Posts: 51 Member
    I hope you feel better soon. Are you taking anything? I ended up with walking pneumonia twice because I let one go too long without treatment. I hope you can rest this weekend!
    I wish it was done for me. Still got a sinus infection, though I am recovering. Gonna rest again today and hoping I can run tomorrow or Sunday, so that I'm not too far behind. Good job ladies!
  • sonyachan
    sonyachan Posts: 518 Member
    I hope you feel better soon. Are you taking anything? I ended up with walking pneumonia twice because I let one go too long without treatment. I hope you can rest this weekend!

    Thank you! Yes, I started on a Z-pack yesterday. I usually don't take antibiotics, but I knew this was a bad sinus infection when I got a fever at work. :( Hopefully I'll be up to running again soon, but I know I need to rest, too.
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