KimertRuns13_1 Member

Started running 2 years ago. I've ran tons of 5k races, 8k, 10k and one half marathon. I am currently training for half marathons 2 and 3. 5k PR 31:05 10k - 1:10 13.1 - 2:28

Cross train on the days you do not run. Elliptical, ARC trainer, bike, weights. Any of it should be ok.

5'3 and 166 lbs. I am in a size 10/12 bottoms and M/L tops. I agree that size is individualized. A lot has to do with body composition (muscle v. fat).

On work days when I have to run 5+ miles I as I normally would. As far as a pre-run snack, I wait to have my afternoon snack as close to getting off work (I get off at 5) as I can.. usually around 4:30. I have fruit, granola, sometimes an apple with peanutbutter or just something fairly light. On weekends when I do my long…

I only have one. It's a breas cancer awareness ribbon on my foot. My grandmother had IBC and lost the battle a few years ago. I am contemplating having a blue ribbon for (colorectal cancer) added beside/into it for my dad who is a survivor. I also am thinking about another one, "go the distance," or something on the arch…

CW-166 No loss this week but I'm ok with that since it wasn't a gain and AF was here. I didn't make the best food choices. kicked butt with crunches adn all my other workouts. Only missed on run in my Half marathon training this week BUT it's only because I woke up very sick today. Sinus stuff is killing me.

When I started running 2 yrs ago and was doing C25k I ran my first 5k in 49 minutes. I just PRd a 5k this weekend 31:05. My fastest mile has been around a 9:09. I'm happy with my long runs averaging 10:30-11 m/m but my shorter runs 10 mins or under.

You didn't gain weight over night. It has taken me over 2 years to take off 70 lbs. And I still have 17-20 more lbs to go before my ultimate goal. In the last (almost) year I have bounced with the same up 2 down 2. DOn't be discouraged at all. Set small goals. Sometimes looking at the entire big picture is daunting. Take…

I would definitely save until I could get properly fitted for running shoes. Sure New Balance may be good shoes but are the $45 pair the ones you need to be wearing to run in. Will they aide in proper foot strike/running stride? Or will they be the wrong fit for you setting you up for possible injury?

AF arrived yesterday, so I am postponing my WI until Sunday. Hopefully that is ok. I've been sick with a sinus crud thing all week too. ick, no fun! But still kicking butt with workouts!

Add a spin class or run. Lots of people like Zumba. I love BodyPump but I cannot do the same routine week after week so I only go a couple of times a week. Other days of the week I do another weight routine and run, use the elliptical and take spin classes. As often as the routine changes in BP, I still get burnt out and…

I wouldn't take running shoe suggestions from others. I would get fitted professionally at a running shoe store. Your needs may be different than mine. What I run in may do you more harm than good.

It is a great program. I went from not being able to run .10 without stopping to having completed a half marathon 2 years later. Be consistent and follow the program, repeat weeks if you need to but you can totally do it. Have your trainer write up a plan that works the C25K into it.

Couch to 5k..Google it. It is a great program for beginners.

I have mine set to sedentary based on the fact that I have a desk job. I do get up multiple times a day and walk around. I am very active as far as regular exercise (I run 4-5 times a week, cross train 2-3 days a week and weight train, among other things like walking the dog, playing with the kids, and other classes at the…

Fruit Nuts Boiled egg whites raw veggies Peanut butter Granola bars/Kashi bars Yogurt

For a 5k it is not necessary to "carb load." I would just eat sensibly. If you were running a half or full marathon it would be okay to "carb load," but it's typically a better idea to do it a couple of days before since you will likely be resting the day before. You will find varying opinions on this though.

CW- 166... lost a lb! This jumping rope thing is tough with all the running I do. My knees, my knees! haha

Do you incorporate speed intervals into your running workouts? Those have helped me tremendously! I wouldn't look at reaching a fast pace on a race like a Warrior Dash though. Just go and have fun and do not worry about time.

Today's weigh in was blah.... stayed the same. CW: 167

Love the challenges... thank you!!! jumping rope will be something I can do and involve the kiddos in! woohoo! $5 a week until Christmas?? Yes!! New clothes because hopefully at that point I will be at GOAL!

I have had a great deal of success in the shape of my body with kettlebells added to my regular workout routine. They can be an intense workout. Definitely have someone who is trained properly to show you how to use them correctly though.

Apparently I am crazy. I do NOT weigh 176. I weighed in at 167...for a 1 lbs loss last week. Oy.

Late reporting my WI from the week. 176 for a 1 lb loss. I hate burpees now, by the way. ;) LOL

Yay burbees! haha In a class I take at the gym, we do these with a bosu overhead and add the jump. Fun times. Good luck everyone!!!

I do so poorly with coming here to post. FOrgive me! Anyway, I have my weigh in days set to Thurs with reporting on Friday. I struggle daily with the scale. I am on it multiple times a day. I am challenging myself to stop this madness and ONLY WI on WI days. :) We will see how that goes. I feel like a big problem for me…

Pizza - you can change the toppings and never get bored!

I carry an insulated Camelbak water bottle everywhere I go.

I started running 2+ years ago at 230 lbs... since then I've lost 70 lbs. I've ran about 15 5ks, an 8k, 10k and even ran my first half marathon this past spring. I am currently training to run 2 more half marathons this fall! Friend me if you'd like! I also agree that C25K is a great place for info! It's a wonderful…

Week one - scale didn't move. Bummer. SW- 168 Today- 168