I really like C25K.
I used a slightly different program called 5K101 because it had a free podcast to listen to while running that told you when to walk and run. I did week 4 for a day, 4-2 for another day and then I did week 5 for a while until it got so cold outside that I stopped running and focused on biking in the gym instead. I really want to get back into running and I think I'll probably go back to doing week 5 of C25K and go from there.

I highly recommend it.

@dancingincircles84- Cool! Did you lose any weight when you first started running? I became motivated with this whole running stuff because my uncle is a professional runner and his wife (my aunt, who just started for fun) loves it and lost a ton of weight...FAST! The best thing that I like is that after a while, you don't have to be so careful about your calorie intake because your metabolism shoots up so high, anything you eat is being "burnt" by the second, especially while you sleep! Thanks for sharing!

@jsunshine220- I'm planning to do this every Monday, Wednesday and Friday (And have Tuesdays and Thursdays to rest!). We're going to do this and nothing can stop us!!

Please remember to keep us posted of your improvements and achievements; it'll motivate all of us and help understand that if someone could do it, we can too! It's time to wake up the runner in us!!

I have wanted to be a runner for a long time. I am a walker and have completed several races, including a half marathon. Not competitively, but for exercise.

My concern is my knees. I have lost over 20 lbs, so I know that helps and I am bicycling to strengthen my knees. Still, I would love to become a jogger. I am going to give this a try!

I look forward to hearing how everyone is doing on this new chapter for us. :happy:

I am finishing week 3 tomorrow. I was NEVER a runner. Heck, I don't think of myself as one now, I am just too big still (in my opinion) to be a real runner. So when I committed to "running" the Shamrock Run (5k) on March 18, I decided to try the c25k program.

I am not sure if I am going to move on to week 4 next week, the 3 min runs have been hard for me. I can't seem to breathe right (if that makes sense). It's like I am gasping. I slow down and it helps, but I know I need to condition my lungs. Probably doesn't help I have a cold right now that's settled in my chest. :frown: But I am going to go tomorrow and do day 3 and see how I do. I might repeat day 3 again on Tuesday to see how I do. Plus my knees are giving me issues. But I see the Chiro on Tuesday (before I run).

I run on Tues, Thurs. Sunday. I train in Taekwondo on Mon, Wed, Sat. So my only rest day is Fri. It's a lot of training, but it's helping my weight loss. I've really upped the losses since I started! So I am thrilled. :happy:

Im in!

Hello Group!

I hope it's ok that I've joined you. A week ago I graduated from the C25k program and am continuing in my journey. I think I will always incorporate walking into my runs, as it's a good way to be able to keep running without injury. This is the method used by Jeff Galloway. Anyway, I wanted to encourage you all in your C25k efforts. What a great program!!

I'm 51 years old and was about 50 lbs overweight when I started the program. I've lost a bit over 10 lbs and can now run for 30 minutes non-stop! Granted, I'm slow, but I keep moving! At my current pace, I cover about 2.5 miles in 30 minutes. My goal is to increase my speed and get closer to a 30 min 5k time. My latest 5k time was 39:06. I was quite happy with that as my previous times were always in the 41-42 min time! I have several 5k's scheduled this year and would like to do a 10k too! I even ordered a Jeff Galloway book about half marathon training!! Unbelievable!

I look forward to supporting all of you in your C25k journey! I think we can all learn from each other and be a great support system! Anyone can feel free to "friend" me and/or message me with any questions that I may be able to answer about C25k.

Good luck!

Lori

Wow, this is awesome guys!! I used to be a runner but I started having kids and allowed my weight to get in the way. I became sick physically and mentally. Running does not only make you feel in control of your body, it makes you feel in control of your life! Let's do this!!!! It's going to be a fun and memorable experience!!! :drinker: Cheers to all the runners here!

Running hurts me right now (knees and back), but I already have this program downloaded and it's what I plan to use to train for my first 5k (well, the first one where I plan to actually do any running that is).

I have a lot of experience of being motivated, going too hard because I "should be able to", injuring myself and giving up. I am glad that you are wise enough to take it easy. Walking is a great exercise, and I have done it for many years. I am ready to try something new, and hopefully lose even more weight. Best of luck!:flowerforyou:

Hi, everyone - I'm in! I'm starting a fitness challenge at my local health club tomorrow, and I've been told that in 8 weeks, we're all expected to "do" a 5K. Although I'm sure they'll let me walk it, I've decided I'm going to run it. I have an interval timer on my watch that I use for the intervals. I wish I had known about the free podcast!

What do they say ''slow and easy wins the race." That'll be us. Have a great run!
Clelia

Hi All,

I just completed my first day of the program. I did a 5 min brisk walk at 3.0 mph. I did my walking at 2.0 mph and my jogging at 3.0 mph. I did the 20 minutes with no problems. Total distance .91. When I went to record my exercise I had to select the walking because the Fitness Pal begins at a 5.0 mph running pace.

I plan to complete the program and run in a 5K this Spring.

Good luck to everyone as you begin the program.

count me in on the journey!

Hi All,

I just completed my second walk/run of the program. I did a 5 min brisk walk at 5.0 mph. I did my walking and my running at 3.0 mph. The first day I did it at 2.0 mph. I did the 20 minutes with no problems. Total distance 1.10 miles. I hope everyone is progressing nicely.

For those who live in Maryland.....let me know if you are interested in joining me in a 5K.