Running for the first time
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SkinnyBitchMode19
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So tonight is the night ... i am going to start training for my Zombie 5k in October after work (i've never run a day in my life). I've got the Couch to 5k app on my phone and i am ready to go! The time change means it is lighter later so i have no more excuses! My running trail is next to the ocean so i'll have something pretty to look at while i huff and puff.
Ahhhh i'm scared!!!! :sad:
Ahhhh i'm scared!!!! :sad:
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You can do it...... just take it slow. You can build up speed later, so work on just the motion of running right now........ enjoy it!0
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Best of luck. I recently started running for the first time too. I'm useless, it's so tough, but I feel it working.0
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YOU can do it... I just downloaded the app on my phone and today was day 1 for me as well I had to stop and walk a few times during the jogging.... BUT... I finished!!! Whew! And believe me... if I can do it, YOU can do it!! Good luck and keep me posted!! Feel free to add me as a friend too! :flowerforyou:0
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I just started tonight too! I also had no more excuses because of the time change. We are getting ready to sign up for a 5K Memorial Day, so keep up the good work and lets all stay motivated!0
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Ocean view?! We have a prairie dog park. Not kidding... wish I was. <sigh> Enjoy and best wishes on your new journey.0
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Hey! I did my very first run today as well... training for the Zombie run in September!!0
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My son started spring soccer tonight and the park he practices at has a mile lap around the park..marked each 1/4 mile. I sat there and thought "well, you've been wanting to take a shot at running..now's a good time as any!"..I had already walked 2 miles in 28 mins so I was warmed up. I managed to jog a whole 1/4 mile before stopping..not much BUT it was a 1/4 more of a mile than I could run 2 months ago!0
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Thanks for all the motivation!!
I successfully completed day one of Couch to 5k!! And it wasn't as bad as i thought it was going to be! But damn are my thighs sore today!!
How did all the others who were starting do??!!0 -
I'm doing W2D2 (wk 2 day 2) today!
I do the workouts 4 times a week, but in between day 2 and 3 I just go for a brisk walk or do a kick boxing or Zumba class.
I'm finding myself to be hungrier, but burning less.
None the less, I'm excited for today!
Just remember to start slow. This is my third time starting the program. I went too fast too soon and injured myself TWICE!
Hydrate and stretch!
I can't wait to hear how everyone is doing!0 -
Good luck on your training! Keep hydrated and STRETCH! High^5 :flowerforyou:0
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All i ever did was walk 30mins a day, then after a few months some elliptical.... don't over do yourself, just remain consistent!0
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Don't be scared.The first few times will be tough , but you will feel amazing afterwards!!0
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Good luck with your c25k! I'm due to start week 4 any day now (I'm sick or I'd already have dove in head first!) But I actually just completed my first 5k on sunday! I had to walk a lot of it, but I was SO excited to finish! As for the soreness...it can be pretty rough for a couple weeks...last week was the first time that I wasnt incredibly sore the next day after runs....so it totally gets better! I'm so jealous that you've got a daily ocean view for c25k! Right now I'm doing it on the treadmill until I head to florida! That's when the LONG 20-30 min runs start, so I'm excited I'll get that little extra push lol. Just keep at the program...it's only been 3 weeks for me so far, but I absolutely love it so far!0
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good luck and I'm so jealous that your running trail is next to the ocean :glasses:0
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You can do it!!!!!!0
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I just started it too. I'm on W1D3. So far so good. My thighs were super sore, and my hamstrings super tight so I did a LOT of stretching! I just kept telling myself "go slower, go slower, speed comes later" so I feel really lucky not to have injured myself yet!0
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Oops , just realised you already did it!!!0
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I'll trade you my corn fields and soy bean fields for your ocean.
You'll be fine! Welcome to the club.0 -
Great job!!! You can do it, the timing will come just enjoy the view while you are moving along the beach. Best part of running is the sites. YOU CAN DO IT!!!0
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I did the c25k also. Loved it and am not training for a half marathon. I've also signed up for a zombie run in October. Mins is in So. Cal. Wonder if we're running the same race0
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