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Registered for my first race!
Just thought I'd share... I've attempted Couch to 5K twice before and never made it past week three. I think it was a combination of lacking motivation and not going out of my way to fit the runs into my schedule. But, I've registered for my first 5K as motivation! I'll be doing Color in Motion on Nov. 15 in Atlanta...…
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What if I *don't* skip a day...
How bad would it be? I just finished week 4 yesterday. But since I still weigh nearly 250 pounds, and until four weeks ago I haven't run in more than 15 years, I'm trying to be self-disciplined in taking it slow, to hopefully avoid injuries. But sometimes when I finish a run, I really want to keep going. And sometimes on…
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C25K and skipping rest days.
Hello All, I currently just finished W4D2 of my C25K program(doing zombie run C25K, so it’s a bit different week then the traditional version I think). I am feeling great, not sore and would like to run today also. What is everyone’s opinion on not taking a rest day. I have for the most part been always taking a rest day…
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Semi-Vegetarian, Vegetarian or Vegan Diets for runners?
I was wondering if anyone has experience with these diets as runners. I feel I'm ready for a lacto-ovo vegetarian diet but wonder about nutrition and energy.
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Running-tracking apps
I'm sure this has already been covered somewhere and I'm still newish here, but I was wondering what is the consensus for the best tracking app that gets close enough for integration with MFP... Currently I use the RunDouble app for C25K, download the gpx and upload it to Runtastic, which then syncs to MFP. I have noticed…
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Ignoring measuring myself weekly...
I'm on week 5 of c25k, and have been weighing myself weekly. I'm a 5"6 22 year old male, and when I started c25k I was about 154lbs. After the first week of running and sticking strictly to 1610 calories a day, I was down to 152lbs. Since week 2 I have been yoyo-ing from 150-152lbs, never going below that, still sticking…
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My first 5k!
Just wanted to share because I am super excited! I did my first 5k today! Walk/jog and there were some beast hills but I pushed through! I completed it in 53:37, not great I know but I am really proud that 1) I did it and 2) when I did it on the treadmill at the gym my best was 56:47!!
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w4 and frustated
So, I have been progressing right on track with c25k. Each week has gotten harder, but doable. Then came week 4. I tried two days ago and couldn't get through it. Then I tried this morning. My issue is with the 5 minute runs. I can do both of 3 minute runs, but about halfway through the 5 I just can't get myself to keep…
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September 50 miles (or More) Challenge
I joined this challenge on the main forum, I thought this could be a good challenge for C25Kers and graduates. The goal is to run or walk 50 miles or more in the month of September. Last month I ran 46 miles, so I am shooting for 60 miles this month. This could be a good incentive to stick with the C25K program or keep…
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Motivational Songs
What are the songs that keep you going? I thought it would be fun to hear some other ones. There are two songs that I listen to EVERY. SINGLE. RUN. Since the beginning. They are like a lucky rabbit's foot for me, and I'm not sure if I could run without them any more. This one was actually playing over the loudspeakers when…
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What next?
So I can't believe I am finally here, but this is my LAST week of C25K!! I am starting week 9 tomorrow. I feel so great and have found a real love for running. I intend to do a 5k race sometime in the fall, but I really enjoy having that program to follow. Something that tells me when to start and stop because it allows me…
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Life Time Running Challenge
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1087437-lifetime-running-challenge
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My first Trail 5K!
I ran in my first trail (and trail only - no pavement at all) 5K on Saturday. I finished in 40:35 (slightly slower than my last 5K, which was just below 40:00), which was great, given how hilly it was. The course felt like it was seriously all uphill. There was a lot of mud, and some of the elevation felt brutal. It was…
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I did it!
I ran my first 5K race today. It was a color run and was so much fun! My goal was to beat my personal best (48 minutes) and to not come in last. I finished in 47.06 min. and was not even close to last! I was a little disappointed because I did end up walking about 1/3 of the way, there were more hills than I am used to and…
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What wk/day are you on and when does your new wk start?
What wk/day are you on and when does your new wk start? Just curious. And, good luck to you! :bigsmile: Me? W3D2, new wk begins on Sunday.
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Started first day today :-)
I am very proud of myself though it was hard I just kept telling myself I was almost done :-) yay! I am getting one of these shirts when I finish that is my goal :-) and wearing it to my 5k :-)
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Anyone weigh around 200-something & couldn't run at first?
Anyone weigh around 200-something & couldn't run at first? Did you finish the program? How long did it take?
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Anyone else starting C25K at or above 200 lbs?
Hi everyone! I recently started the c25k program with my hubby and my (almost) 3 year old son. We run on a trail, taking turns pushing Little Man in his stroller. Our last run was a challenge for me. The podcast that I usually use to direct our runs was accidentally deleted so I had to push the stroller for the whole run…
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Starting today!!
Today Is day one for me on this program. I am excited about reaching my goals. My three days of running will be sun, tue and fri. good luck to everyone and i cant wait to read more success stories, that is what is keeping me motivated.
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Running and breathing
Does anyone have any ideas for breathing during running? I'm on W5D1 and I have found that is where I am still struggling the most. I've tried slowing my speed, and I've repeated W4 so I feel like I need to push myself onto W5, ready or not.
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Let this hot weather be your motivator!
I see a lot of posts about the hot, humid, muggy weather affecting runs. Let that be your motivator. Let this be your last summer where you HAVE to drag yourself outside in the heat to run to shed the pounds. :drinker:
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My thoughts on C25K - week 7
I just completed week 7 day 1 yesterday and I am simply amazed at what I have accomplished. I am fortunate to live near a park with a 3+ mile wooded path around a lake. You can't get more scenic that that! I never imagined being able to run all of it, but yesterday I jogged 3/4 of it. I have found this journey to be more…
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Mental Struggle for Every Run
I dont know why but every single run is a mental struggle for me. I will be doing the Week 2, day 2 run later this evening and right now I just struggle so much and do not look forward to it. I think its because I am tired already (but at the same time I want to run in the evenings so that I can run outside) when my…
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Skipping a week in a C25k program
quick question to the more knowledgeable on this subject. I just completed W2D2 of the Rundouble program and looked ahead to week 3. I am covering close to 350-400 yds during the 90 second run intervals, and week 3 shows to run 200, then walk. My question is, would skipping to week 4 be beneficial while week 3 seems like…
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Should I ditch this program for HIIT?
Hi, I have recently started c25k and had planned on starting week 4 tomorrow. I am thoroughly enjoying it, however my main objective is weight loss instead of improving my endurance. I was wondering what your thoughts are regarding whether I should give up on c25k and start a HIIT training program, such as this one:…
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uh oh I think I did something wrong
I am on W4D1 and I think I screwed something up Did half hour of weights today with dumbbells at lunch Squats, press, curls, sitting extensions, rows and sit ups Then after work I went running Calves killed - normal for me as they burn then a min left of my last 5min run and throughout my cooldown my right leg went tingly…
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I skipped ahead, now what?
Okay so tonight I should be running Wk7D3, no problems I can do that. But yesterday I ran Bridge to 10K Wk1D1 with no problems. Which I didn't think anything of until my husband said "well if you do wk7 now it'll just be like going backwards and not making progress". And then I thought well it was such a long run compared…
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No Drama here
I love the Couch To 5 K Running Program message board! It's my favorite... wait... the only board I always enjoy. There is NO DRAMA on these threads. Could it be all the endorphins? Thanks to everyone who posts updates here. Sometimes we aren't able to be completely positive (darn the blerch) but in these cases we are…
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Anyone start the C25K program this last Monday (2 days ago)?
Did anyone just start the program? This is my 3rd start (never had the motivation to keep going the other two times). Could certainly use a 'running buddy' if anyone just started?
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Yoga Stretches for Runners
I saw this on Pinterest and thought some might find it helpful. I did this the last two nights with a few of my favorite stretches mixed in and I loved it! http://www.self.com/fitness/2013/08/yoga-poses-for-runners-slideshow?slide=11
