Bridge to 10K Challenge - Starts December
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The start date of the challenge coincides with the start of W9D1 of c25k for me. I am wondering if I should just step up to B210K right away? As a background, since the beginning, I have been running my c25k in double. What I mean is, I leave home, complete the required training, reset my mp3 player and redo the day all the way back home. Today (W8) I warmed up for 5 min, ran 28, walked 5 minutes. Then, reset walked 5, ran 28, walked 5. So, week 9 would involve 60 minutes in total, I am thinking of sidestepping it so as to start B210K at the same time as the rest of the group. Opinions?
So yeah - you could probably complete the b210k program now! If you will check out the link posted earlier of the workout schedule, you will see that the final week is run 30, walk 1, run 30 - basically what you're doing. You may be ready for half marathon training, my friend! Well done!0 -
Here's a question for all - how fast are you running? Someone mentioned "plodding along" and that's exactly ME! We average 4.0 mph during the actual run times (which is super fast compared to our start times in c25k!). My workout partner and I started b210k this past Monday - the first week, in my opinion, is basically a do-over of W9 c25k except in the time alotted this week, we didn't even complete a 5k! It was 2.9mi and we just ran overtime to do 5k. Does this mean we are "plodding" along too slowly or what???0
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About 6mph/10 min miles.0
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I'm in Week 4 of Freeway to 10K, which is a similar (but longer: 10-week) interval program to get you to 10K.
http://www.djsteveboy.com/fw210k.html
http://www.djsteveboy.com/fw210koutline.html
I know you all are doing a 6-week program, but thought I'd poke my head in occasionally to see how everyone is doing!
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Here's a question for all - how fast are you running? Someone mentioned "plodding along" and that's exactly ME! We average 4.0 mph during the actual run times (which is super fast compared to our start times in c25k!). My workout partner and I started b210k this past Monday - the first week, in my opinion, is basically a do-over of W9 c25k except in the time alotted this week, we didn't even complete a 5k! It was 2.9mi and we just ran overtime to do 5k. Does this mean we are "plodding" along too slowly or what???
I think you have to run/jog or "plod" along to what you can handle. I run at 5mph for a 12 minute mile when I am on the treadmill to start. Then I increase it to 5.2 or3 and thats as high as I go. However, outside, I run faster. I can do and have done anywhere from a 10 minute mile to 11.5, especially after the 1st mile when I am warmed up. I did w1d2 this week on the treadmill and after the 40 minutes, I was at 3.6 miles. Which to me, is hardly an increase since I have run 5ks in 33.
My first 10k isn't until March. I figure once I get the distance down, I will work on speed.0 -
I agree with all of this - firstly, these programs are designed just to get you to the end, it doesn't matter how slowly you go to get to your 5K/10K. Secondly, I think working on the distance before upping your speed is also very sensible, as if you push yourself too hard to excel at both you'll end up injured (like I was.) We're all different, and our progress is going to be too, so everyone should just enjoy themselves!Here's a question for all - how fast are you running? Someone mentioned "plodding along" and that's exactly ME! We average 4.0 mph during the actual run times (which is super fast compared to our start times in c25k!). My workout partner and I started b210k this past Monday - the first week, in my opinion, is basically a do-over of W9 c25k except in the time alotted this week, we didn't even complete a 5k! It was 2.9mi and we just ran overtime to do 5k. Does this mean we are "plodding" along too slowly or what???
I think you have to run/jog or "plod" along to what you can handle. I run at 5mph for a 12 minute mile when I am on the treadmill to start. Then I increase it to 5.2 or3 and thats as high as I go. However, outside, I run faster. I can do and have done anywhere from a 10 minute mile to 11.5, especially after the 1st mile when I am warmed up. I did w1d2 this week on the treadmill and after the 40 minutes, I was at 3.6 miles. Which to me, is hardly an increase since I have run 5ks in 33.
My first 10k isn't until March. I figure once I get the distance down, I will work on speed.0 -
We finished C25K yesterday !! Yay - we are graduates!We ( my daughter and I ) will be starting this on Monday, Dec. 5th.
Will spend some time this weekend mapping out a big enough loop.
Getting excited!
It is cold and rainy today so it might be a good day to map out that bigger loop for B210K.
The plan to start on Monday ( weather permitting ). Forecast says 60% of snow...( heavy sigh )0 -
So, I can't participate in the challenge due to my apparent pregnancy, LOL. It has rendered me a completely incompetent runner practically overnight. I'm allowed to keep running, just not at the level I would like to. I'll still hang around and cheer on the rest of you though.0
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Congratulations!0
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I wish I found this group sooner! I'm going to work my weeks and post how it goes even though I'm a few weeks behind. Thanks for starting this group :-)0
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I finished the c25k program a couple of weeks ago...have worked on my time and continuing to build on the foundation in preparation for a 5k race this Saturday. I plan on starting the bridge to 10k on Monday...I just found this group. If anyone is starting in the next week, please send me a friend request I would love to keep up with people about our progress. My plan is to do a 10k in April and then start working on half marathon training for Disney Food and Wine.
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A little late to the game, but I started the Freeway to 10k last night -- listening to the podcast mix on my nano works better for me. My pace was pretty slow -- about 12 minute miles. I completed First Day to 5k last week and was averaging about 10 minute miles. Hopefully yesterday was just a fluke
How many days a week are y'all running?0 -
Excited to see this group! Just finished my first 5K (The Color Run) in Philly on July 14 in about 32 minutes - I was super happy about that!
So, I signed up for my first 10K in Atlantic City in October - and then *maybe* a half in Phoenix in March depending on how the 10K goes - we shall see. I'm super excited!
Running kicks my a** whether I'm doing a 12 or 10 minute mile - but I feel so great afterwards that it's worth the work. I just started running outdoors and I like that A LOT better than the gym which is too hot and filled with people!
In the few short months I have started to run, I feel it has already changed my life. I'm really looking forward to this helping shape who I am becoming and helping me get to my final weight goal - 25 lbs to go!
Thanks for the group, new friends!0 -
Excited to see this group! Just finished my first 5K (The Color Run) in Philly on July 14 in about 32 minutes - I was super happy about that!
So, I signed up for my first 10K in Atlantic City in October - and then *maybe* a half in Phoenix in March depending on how the 10K goes - we shall see. I'm super excited!
Running kicks my a** whether I'm doing a 12 or 10 minute mile - but I feel so great afterwards that it's worth the work. I just started running outdoors and I like that A LOT better than the gym which is too hot and filled with people!
In the few short months I have started to run, I feel it has already changed my life. I'm really looking forward to this helping shape who I am becoming and helping me get to my final weight goal - 25 lbs to go!
Thanks for the group, new friends!
Congratulations on your first 5k. That's a great time! Running has been a game-changer for me too. I'm excited to see where it will take us.0 -
Excited to see this group! Just finished my first 5K (The Color Run) in Philly on July 14 in about 32 minutes - I was super happy about that!
So, I signed up for my first 10K in Atlantic City in October - and then *maybe* a half in Phoenix in March depending on how the 10K goes - we shall see. I'm super excited!
Running kicks my a** whether I'm doing a 12 or 10 minute mile - but I feel so great afterwards that it's worth the work. I just started running outdoors and I like that A LOT better than the gym which is too hot and filled with people!
In the few short months I have started to run, I feel it has already changed my life. I'm really looking forward to this helping shape who I am becoming and helping me get to my final weight goal - 25 lbs to go!
Thanks for the group, new friends!
Congrats on your 5k, and wow on that time! Holy smokes. Seems you'll definitely be ready for a 10k in October. My first is late September so I look forward to sharing our progress. The excitement of rediscovering myself and what I'm capable of is definitely a highlight for me too. Life enhancing to be sure. Run on!0 -
Just finished my first 5K (The Color Run) in Philly on July 14 in about 32 minutes - I was super happy about that!
wow. nice time.i finish my first 5k (august 25th) in 36 min. i wanted to do that time exactly! :-)0 -
I'm game and looking for new exercise compatriots 0
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Yay! Though this is actually a really old thread...What do you think the challenge should be?0
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