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TaniaMcCormick
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Hi!
Sooo.. what is the best way to start running? How many days a week? Any sugestions of a running program?
Thank you so much
Sooo.. what is the best way to start running? How many days a week? Any sugestions of a running program?
Thank you so much
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C25k. Get fitted for proper shoes from an actual running store.0
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Yup! Couch to 5K is the way to go.0
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C25k. Get fitted for proper shoes from an actual running store.
THIS!
When I started running I just grabbed some cheap shoes at TJMaxx and it was a huge mistake! I love my running shoes now!0 -
I am loving the c25k program. I'm on week 7 and ran 2.5 miles today in 25 minutes, something I definitely couldn't have done 7 weeks ago! Check it out online, download an app if you've got a smart phone. You run 3 days a week, alternating running & walking, gradually increasing the running each week. I love it!0
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Agree with everyone's post so far. I did not know about c25k but I just started joggin slowly for a block, walk fast for a block and I continued this til I could do jog 2 block, walk 1 and now I can jog a full mile 1/2 without stopping.......it totally gets easier just don't give up! Also get the right accessories, good shoes and comfortable clothing makes all the difference!0
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C25k. Get fitted for proper shoes from an actual running store.
THIS!
When I started running I just grabbed some cheap shoes at TJMaxx and it was a huge mistake! I love my running shoes now!
Which shoes did you end up with that you love? I have Nb and love em but any suggestions would help!0 -
C25k0
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http://www.c25k.com/
This one? I've started this program this week, luckly it's the one you're all recomending Thank you!
I've done the big mistake of trying to run two days on a row though... it was painful :P0 -
I wish I had known about c25k when I started running last year.
It's a great program. I've got my sister using it.
I can run 5k easy now. I'm using b210k (bridge to 10km), which obviously helps you to get to 10k.
good luck.0 -
i just started a month ago.. i have a schedule i follow now . check out this site download the pdf 10 weeks to your first 5k at
www.competitor.com/5kblaster
I am on week 4 now .. and making lots of progress0 -
Here's the c25k site (though there are many others with the information) http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml
And the apps (or podcasts, if you don't have a smartphone) are really helpful. I'm also on week 7 and couldn't imagine running 2.5 miles nonstop when I started out.
As was mentioned, get proper shoes from a real running store. About 3 weeks in I thought I might have to stop until I lost a little more weight, but I went ahead and bought good shoes and they all but "cured" my shin splits and aching joints. Don't just buy a pair of running shoes from an average sporting goods store--take the time to go to a runner's store for sure! (they should do a quick video analysis of your running gait free of charge to help recommend the right shoe)
There is a C25K group here at MFP, and a page on Facebook. And coolrunning.com had a nice community as well. Lots of support out there!0 -
http://running.competitor.com/2011/09/training/blue-print-10-weeks-to-your-first-5k_37775
found the correct link!0 -
Hi,
I done my first run today using the Couch To 5K app. I never thought I would ever go running, can't wait until Saturday for my next run.
Good luck0 -
http://running.competitor.com/2011/09/training/blue-print-10-weeks-to-your-first-5k_37775
found the correct link!
I'm going to have a look, thank you0 -
Here's the c25k site (though there are many others with the information) http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml
And the apps (or podcasts, if you don't have a smartphone) are really helpful. I'm also on week 7 and couldn't imagine running 2.5 miles nonstop when I started out.
As was mentioned, get proper shoes from a real running store. About 3 weeks in I thought I might have to stop until I lost a little more weight, but I went ahead and bought good shoes and they all but "cured" my shin splits and aching joints. Don't just buy a pair of running shoes from an average sporting goods store--take the time to go to a runner's store for sure! (they should do a quick video analysis of your running gait free of charge to help recommend the right shoe)
There is a C25K group here at MFP, and a page on Facebook. And coolrunning.com had a nice community as well. Lots of support out there!
where can I dowload the app? I've got some comfortable shoes0 -
As was mentioned, get proper shoes from a real running store. About 3 weeks in I thought I might have to stop until I lost a little more weight, but I went ahead and bought good shoes and they all but "cured" my shin splits and aching joints. Don't just buy a pair of running shoes from an average sporting goods store--take the time to go to a runner's store for sure! (they should do a quick video analysis of your running gait free of charge to help recommend the right shoe)0 -
C25k. Get fitted for proper shoes from an actual running store.
This over and over! I'm on week 4 but actually ran/walked my first 5k last sunday! It's definitely the way to go!0 -
The Ryka Ultimate Running shoes are fantastic!0
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C25k. Get fitted for proper shoes from an actual running store.
This is great advice. I world just add - run slowly, build up endurance first, speed can came later.0 -
As was mentioned, get proper shoes from a real running store. About 3 weeks in I thought I might have to stop until I lost a little more weight, but I went ahead and bought good shoes and they all but "cured" my shin splits and aching joints. Don't just buy a pair of running shoes from an average sporting goods store--take the time to go to a runner's store for sure! (they should do a quick video analysis of your running gait free of charge to help recommend the right shoe)
I know the closest running store to me is hours away!0
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