Getting used to running - ran 1.5 miles today!
staken444
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So that probably is not alot to runners, but i am feeling great. Started out only being able to run 1/4 mile without stopping and walking. Granted, it was a slow pace, but you have to start somewhere. Today I'm looking for a 5K race in the Tampa/Orlando area to give me even more drive!
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That's great! I'm doing c24k now, so 1.5 miles straight totally impresses me
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That's awesome! I also started out only able to run a short distance before stopping and just completed a 5K this weekend. Keep up the good work! Running past the finish line feels awesome!0
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Congrats! :happy: Everyone has to start somewhere! For me I think it's amazing-I love to jog and bike but when it comes to running, I can't seem to get my breathing down lol0
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Thanks for the encouragement! Btw, what is the C24k?0
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After hitting 270 last year, my first workout I couldn't job 100m without nearly dying and needing oxygen. I'm not kidding. My trainer had me run to a bridge and I puked when I got there. Now I'm up to doing an 8K (5.3miles) and loving it. Don't give up, just make small goals for yourself and you can do it.0
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Thanks for the encouragement! Btw, what is the C24k?
I think she met C25K and it's a running app...it helps to over like 8wks to be able to run a 5k. Check it out I am gonna start it soon myself. I've heard from a lot of people who had never ran in their life did the program and are now runners!
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I just reached 2.5 miles without stopping or walking so I am right there with you and totally impressed. Your right we do have to start somewhere and each day I push myself a little farther. I am training for the Dirty Dash (similar to the Warrior Dash) in September. Keep it up.0
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Way to go on your success! 1.5 miles is huge! You should definitely find a 5K to give you a goal and keep you motivated.
I used the C25K program too - it's wonderful. I highly recommend it to anyone interested in jogging.0 -
That's great! I'm just getting used to running too, I've never been the type to run haha and I felt so accomplished when I only ran 5 minutes then I eventually started running miles! My next goal is 1.5 miles!!:) 0
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Thanks for the encouragement! Btw, what is the C24k?
Oops, yeah that's supposed to be couch to 5k! I've never run before, it's a great program for beginners 0 -
Great job! I'm at the same point you are. I could only run for about 90 seconds a few months ago and now I'm running around 1.5 to 2 miles. I'm also hoping to run a 5k soon! Good luck!0
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Yay!! Congrats I am up to about that in running, too. 0
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I'll check out that C24K program - looks interesting! Thanks again everyone, after all of this encouragement I feel like getting back out there and running another 1.5 miles (not
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awesome job! i was never a (good) runner but last year i ran a 10k, 8k, 5k, and 3k. i haven't done jack diddly since so i just signed up for one in september!!!0
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It's in December in Orlando, and it's gonna be awesome. Great job!0 -
congrats!! i also highly recommend the C25K program. i signed up for a 5k for the last day of the program which really kept me motivated to keep running. i've been able to keep my running shape for over a year, even though i only run once a week or so now.0
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Made it up to 2 miles this week! Watch out Boston marathon lol. I signed up for a September 5 k in downtown Tampa. Taking my 14 year old son with me! 0
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KEEP IT UP!! I started running in February, not even able to run a full mile without walking. I stuck with running, doing it almost every day, never taking more than 2 days off and slowly increasing my distance. Since then, Iv'e run a 5K, 8K, 10K, and on August 18th I will be running A HALF MARATHON!! I NEVER imagined I could do what I'm doing now - I ran 10 miles last Sunday!
I have completely amazed myself with my accomplishments, and trust me, If I can do it, YOU can do it!
Keep up the good work It feels amazing, doesn't it?! 0 -
Also, signing up for the 5K was an awesome idea!! Having something to train for is incredibly motivating.0
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KEEP IT UP!! I started running in February, not even able to run a full mile without walking. I stuck with running, doing it almost every day, never taking more than 2 days off and slowly increasing my distance. Since then, Iv'e run a 5K, 8K, 10K, and on August 18th I will be running A HALF MARATHON!! I NEVER imagined I could do what I'm doing now - I ran 10 miles last Sunday!
I have completely amazed myself with my accomplishments, and trust me, If I can do it, YOU can do it!
Keep up the good work It feels amazing, doesn't it?!
Nice work! That is encouraging!0 -
That is AWESOME! My friend and I have decided to run (or jog) a 5K in September! So I'm totally trying that app for training! And you know 1.5 miles is a lot! Especially for someone who isn't an avid runner so that is fantastic! Great job!0
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Saw that you made it to 2 miles. Thats great! Its great motivation to sign up for something...it forces you to keep at it!
I was never a runner, and when I started last year....I couldnt run down the street without having to stop. (And we have some serious hills in our neighborhood, too). But with persistence, I got it down and now I love it. Hubby and I did a 5k, and a 5 mile this year. We'd signed up for a 10k but due to a scheduling conflict, couldnt make it...but I'd gotten to where I could run 6-7 miles at a time. Ive taken a few months off to do the Insanity program and when I got out to jog the other day, it was all I could do to make it two miles. How quickly we lose endurance if we dont keep it up! We plan on signing up for a half marathon in November. We've got some training to do, but Im ready!!
Congrats to you for building up stamina...and good luck with your upcoming race!!0 -
Thats great. I am up to about 3/4ths mile before I start to die. Running is something that is extremely hard for me. I can do the elliptical machine for hours. I can bike for hours. But I cannot run worth a crap.0
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Congrats to you!! We all have to start somewhere! Good luck!0
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atta boy! Keep it up. you will be amazed by what the body can accomplish. I am a Tampa resident:) Running in the summer here can be brutal.0
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I want to be a runner SO BAAAAD!!!:explode: I am also just into the 3rd week of the Couch-to-5K program using a podcast by a guy named Robert found here - http://www.c25k.com/podcasts.htm - I like it and it's working really well. At the end of each week I find myself wanting to keep running after he says stop. It's encouraging!
Great job yourself! 2 miles is fantastic!
I'm in Orlando too and I heard there's a 5K here in August but I don't know much about it (and not really excited about running outdoors in Florida...in August...in the HOT)
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Way to go! I've always been afraid of running and am really considering the c25k. Keep us posted with your progress!0
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WTG! I'm on week 4 of the C25K program so I totally get how big of a deal running 1.5 miles without stopping is! Keep up the good work!0
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