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Starting C25K 19/11

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golemmings · 12/11/2011 04:49

Anyone want to join me? It means we should start 2012 being able to run 5k - now there's an incentive to stick with it.

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golemmings · 15/11/2011 00:30

Fantastic! Company! Glad there are other nutters prepared to run through the winter.

Sorry you can't join us Sara.

Glad its getting easier Madam. I look forward to getting that far!

Tidy - everybody has to start somewhere so don't worry that you're new to it. You'll need a pair of trainers that won't kill your feet or your knees, leggings / jogger bottoms or similar and a top. I tend to wear a thermal base layer which keeps you warm enough through the walking bits but means you don't get too hot when you run. Appropriate layers is a matter of trial and error and personal choice. This time of year its worth running in something reflective if you're out on the roads too.

. You will also need a copy of the c25k programme. As a minimum you'll need a watch to time the intervals and a note of how long you need to run/walkj

You can download podcasts which tell you what to do when but you have to put up with someone else's cheesy pmusic choice or if you have a smart phone you can download an app and use your own music. Last time I did it I used Robert Ellery's podcast on my ipod. This time I'm trying out a couple of apps on my phone.

Zz. Wow you're doing well to be halfway through already. My only reason for starting next weekend is because I have a small DS and I promised DH that I wouldn't run before my 6 week check. DS is 6 weeks on Thursday and whilst I can't get an appointment until a week tomorrow, I can't see anything coming up in the check which would stop me running.

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musttidyupmusttidyup · 14/11/2011 20:25

Erm.... Have been giving the whole idea a lot of thought but I'm a bit scared..... Never run before.... Like the idea of getting away from everyone 3 times a week learning to run but I'm not at all fit. Whatdya think? What do I need?

MadamTwoSwords · 14/11/2011 10:42

I started on Friday (11th) so will join in.

Did W1R2 yesterday and it was easier than R1 so am hoping it stays that way and gets easier!

ZZMum · 14/11/2011 10:14

OK I will join you - am still doing W4 for the 3rd week so am sure you will catch me up soon - but could do with some one to share the pain and joy with! off again tonight to see if I can crack it! Why are you starting next week and not today?!!

GypsyMoth · 12/11/2011 09:30

Good luck!

I love c25k but am currently injured!

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