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This also works great with audiobooks—you'll want to go running so you know what happens in the book!

I do exactly the same, funnily enough, right down to the English muffin. :smiley:

Similar story to yours. I could barely run 30 seconds without stopping when I started C25K in October. Running my first half marathon this weekend, have run two 5Ks under 30 minutes, and up to 11 miles on my training runs. So: YES! Go slow, and you can do it.

This isn't true. Plenty of people prefer running on an empty stomach. All about what works for you.

Also, I would recommend trying to find a 5K sometime near your C25K graduation date. Races, regardless of distance, are not only addicting, but also great for learning what to eat (and not eat), what to wear, how to pace yourself, etc.

Totally reasonable. I started C25K in October and am running my first half next weekend. I ran an 11-mile training run last weekend which still sort of shocks me given that before C25K I couldn't run for 30 seconds at a time! I used Hal Higdon's programs both for 10K and my half. I would highly recommend them.

Don't be afraid to head outside! How would you make a fool out of yourself? No one else knows or cares if you should/shouldn't be walking. :smile:

Yep. For shorter runs, I'll just slow my pace, for long runs I walk it out until my heartrate has returned to resting. Whatever your body needs!

Depends. Some people don't. I don't eat before my weekday morning runs (usually 4-5 miles) but before my weekend long runs, I have a cup of coffee and something bread-y. After those, I also drink a 16 oz. chocolate milk because it's the only thing my stomach can handle for an hour or so and is quick hit of carbs, protein,…

Don't feel guilty! Rest is just as much a part of training as your workouts are—remember that. Even on a rest day, I'll still walk around the neighborhood or take my dog on a walk. As your fitness increases and your workouts get harder, you might find that you enjoy your rest days more and that you really do need them... I…

LOVE Glycerins for a slightly heavier runner. Worth every penny. Just retired one pair. The good news is that as you lose weight and get stronger, you can move into a more minimalist shoe if you want... I replaced my Glycerins for longer runs because they feel so darn good, but I did get a pair of New Balance Boracays for…

You're off to a great start! I can only second the advice you've already been given, as it's all sound. There are many C25K alums here (myself included) and the biggest thing is to trust the program because it works! Even when it's hard, just go out and do it. Started C25K in October, became addicted, ran 11 miles today…

Hi Gina! You're going to have a great time with C25K! If you want to keep it up (and it sounds like you do), I'd highly recommend getting fitted for shoes early on so as to avoid injury. It's well worth it and you notice light years of difference!

I've always wondered this too! I assumed it wasn't harmful, but had never looked it up. Thanks for the answer!

Great job! You'll love it.

That's great! (And a great time for your first.) I love the Hal Higdon 10K program and was very successful with it. If you want to step up, I'd highly recommend it.

I hit 65.73 in February and I think my goal was 66! Aiming for 84 miles this month, culminating in a half marathon March 29!

Stronglifts 5X5 - squats, bench press, and row. Still struggling with the barbell row, but I'll get there.

There's nothing much to add here other than personal experience... I, too, love my coffee with creamer and my nightly cocktail, BUT I measure out my tablespoon of creamer every morning and carefully measure my gin & tonics too. They work within my daily intake goals and I enjoy them—you should too. (I will say that I've…

This is sort of where I'm heading, simply because I liked the light feel of the NB so much. (And being a completely neutral runner helps too, like litsy said.) So, I have a fresh pair of Glycerins and ordered a pair of the NB Fresh Foam Boracays to work in for shorter runs. Will report back with how I like them.

Good job! :smile:

This is where I'm at right now. It is slightly frustrating, but I think my body is using all the nutrition it's getting which I'm OK with—and I've continued to see strength gains, inches lost, and flab turning firm, so I guess I can bear. :smile:

Yep. I don't eat back those calories, so it doesn't matter if I log them or not, but I do like wearing my HRM because it gives me an idea of recovery time between sets. It's not steady-state cardio, but my HR definitely rises during a set.

That's so inspiring! I ran my first in November in 32:17, and have since run a 29:57, a 29:46, and a 4-mile race in 36:06 just a few weeks ago. I would LOVE to run sub-20 one day.

After finishing C25K, I didn't want to go back to run/walk intervals so I did Hal Higdon's 10K plan: http://www.halhigdon.com/training/51122/10K-Novice-Training-Program It was a perfect build up for me and I'd highly recommend it.

Doesn't really work like that, but OK. Only on this board would someone say they gained weight from running... LOL.

Congrats! That's an excellent pace. I, too, have seen great pace increases just from running more. It feels great!

Amazing! (Of course, we all knew you could do it all along. :wink: Looking back at the program, it was one of my favorite days because I remember the sense of accomplishment afterward. The rest of the program is easy peasy from here on out.

This. You can have more of A or more of B because of your interests or personal preferences, but neither lifting or cardio is waste. I prefer running, so I primarily run and then work strength training around that. Just what works for me.

I notice it more when it's cold... Usually happens when I'm snotty or congested. I wouldn't worry. :smile: Congrats on your 5K!