C25K really works

Brassica - do you not usually get hot with 5 layers on? It was 3 degrees here on Saturday and I just went out in my usual wear: running tights, then sports bra, running top and thin sports jacket thing and I took the jacket off after a few minutes of running. And trust me, I'm not a warm-blooded person! It was nice that I wasn't as hot as I usually get in the gym, as I usually end up down to my bra, which I didn't think anyone would want to see! I'd also worried that I'd end up having to carry lots of stuff so I was pleased I didn't end up doing an impression of a packhorse!

Have you been out in the rain, yet? I really want to go out on Saturday but I fear there will be rain. Am unsure whether to put one of my lightweight rainjackets on or if that will make me sweat too much. Have been eyeing up 'proper' waterproof running jackets but they're not cheap cheap, and I don't want to waste my money if they're just the same as what I have already. Any ideas?

It's still raining here!

I'm glad it's not just me who found the zombies confusing. You need to run when you hear 'Run!' and keep going, and 10% faster than you were, for one minute. The pips mean they're getting nearer and if they catch up you need to distract them with dropping something. It took me a while to figure it all out.

We need to figure out the minimum faster speed we need to beat the zombies without killing ourselves in the process. We'll get there!

It's so sunny here! I was actually too warm in my usual 5 layers (plus thermal leggings underneath running leggings!).

I quite enjoyed the zombies. Def going to do it again. I was a bit confused though - do I start running faster when the narrator say run or wait for the more computerised voice with the pips? I out ran 1 set and got caught by the other 2. I was quite miffed by the last one as I definitely upped the pace!

The same as pacer though I find the faster spurts absolutely floor me! And trust me I'm not talking usain bolt! But I find I have to walk for a short while to recover instead of doing a steady (ish) pace throughout

Brassica - have you been chased by zombies, yet? It's pouring here so I was very glad that today is a gym day, but am slightly concerned about Saturday. I REALLY want to go outside again, but the thought of being soaked through within 30 seconds isn't appealing!

Today's run (Pacer, W4R2) wasn't so good as I needed a walk after the FR, but it was only because I had upped the pace for the slower run to begin with and the faster run. I was tempted to leave it there but did get back to the running and ran through the warm down, as per, to make sure I'd got the 5K run in.

Hope you've had a better day, running-wise.

No probs! Of course, it might all be clear to you anyway, but I really was stupid when it came to the chases. Started running, but then thought I didn't have to run until they were nearer (so waiting for the 50m, 20m countdown to get to zero). And then, when they said something had dropped and the zombies had been distracted I took that to mean that it hadn't been a 'proper' zombie chase at all and was peeved that I'd started to run faster for no reason!

What you're actually meant to do is start running when they say "Run!" and hope that the 'countdown' doesn't get to zero. It's obvious, really, when you think about it!

Thanks. Those were well hidden!!

Brassica - do you have a menu at the foot of the page: Home, Missions, Base, Codex and More? Click on More, Help & Support then Help. There's a Getting Started tab which tells you everything you need to know about the 'game'.

@TimeIhadaNameChange thanks for the link. Where do you read through the info? In the app I just seem to have "start mission"

Brassica - see here.

I hope you enjoy the Zombies tomorrow! As I said, do read through the info first if you haven't already (and maybe again, quickly, if you have). I thought I was the only stupid one but I found a review yesterday and the reviewer had the same problem as me wrt to the chases.

Paper - how lovely of your OH! I've yet to do gait analysis as the nearest shop that does it is 100 miles away, but it's in the main shopping centre in Inverness so I'll pop in next time I'm over. Really hope they don't want me running around Eastgate, that'll be a sight for sore eyes!

W6 run 3 I thought I'd get my gait checked. My nearest Decathlon didn't have the machine so I ended up buying a few pairs of running socks and a pair of shorts.

I then googled the nearest place for gait measurement and found an independent shop. Great service encouraging me to try each recommended pair by running up the high street to try them. 😂. I should have taken my gym bra!!!

Then to top it all my OH said he'd buy them for me as he's so proud of what I'm doing. ❤️

Weirdly I was so geared to hate today's run Time and I went slower in anticipation that when the 5k was done I felt like I could keep going. Up until now I've focused on reducing time rather than pushing past 5k like you. I'm definitely going to try the Zombies on Wednesday

Also, if I stream Spotify, does anyone know how much it's going to eat the data allowance?

Just think of the fact that you'll have burnt more calories than usual in your fight against the wind, Brassica. Now, just make sure you get back out on Wednesday!

I ran outside on Saturday for the first time. It was the final week 3 run of 5KP, so I ignored that app and avoided zombies instead. I'd listened to a bit of it last week and wasn't overly impressed but, actually, when you listen to the whole thing on a run it's actually quite good. There was a lovely coincidence of reaching the end of a wood both in real life and in the mission. The zombie chases took a wee bit of getting used to (should have read the info first) but I'd got the hang of it by the end. I don't think the couple in the car who were waiting for me at the foot of the hill realised I was being chased by the undead, though!

So, if you haven't tried it yet I'd recommend it, and I'm not a zombie fan by any means. I am looking forward to finding out what happens next.

Fuck. I hate running in this wind. (Newly autocorrect to wine there!!). Slowest 5k at nearly 38 mins. I've given myself a swift kick as I only made It out once last week. I'm determined to complete Monday/Wednesday/Friday like I did during the c25k program. So onwards!!

Gone back to repeat W4 after two and a half weeks off. Surprisingly doable!

How is everyone doing? I am at the mid school term slump. Too much work, house guests and even more snow means I’ve done one run in the last fortnight.

It’s not as bad as before Christmas though and it’s only 2 weeks until Easter!

Interestingly, the run I did was while waiting for ds to finish somewhere. Back in October I covered about 2k; this time I ran out of route to cover 5!

Please Spring, you can arrive now!

Sorry, Brassica! Be careful going out both Friday and Saturday...don't overdo it!

Losing another 2lb by next Monday would be great, but I'm not sure how feasible it is. I seem to be sabotaging myself at the moment. I do have a hypnosis session which is meant to stop exactly that, though, so maybe I should listen to it. The one thing I have been doing is keeping up with the running, though. Have W3 R3 coming up on Friday and will probably listen to the Zombies as I do it. If I can add an extra 5 mins on each week to the steady run then I'll be doing 10k in 6 weeks! It sort of sounds achievable, if slightly preposterous. But if it takes me longer than that I won't be upset.

Hope you managed a good run today!

I was wondering where everyone had gone. I'm just about to get changed to head out now time. I've slipped to twice a week over the last 2 weeks plus I didn't go on Monday. So I'm giving myself a kick up the arse to go Wednesday, Friday, Saturday this week to get myself back on track. I've not eaten anything today though as I've been busy so I'm not sure how this will go. (I really want to shift 2lb by the end of boot camp but then I don't want to stop with the wine )

Thanks for that, Brassica. I listened to a bit this morning. It's...different. I might use it for the last weekly runs of Pacer, as you can set how long each mission lasts, and it might add some interest to them.

How are you getting on?

I've found another app @TimeIhadaNameChange "Zombies, Run!" Sounds a bit like the pacer app but the fast run bits are because you are being chased by zombies.

Nice one Paper The worse part is getting changed and the first step out of the door sometimes. Well done for getting over the huddle! (Ok, not the actual hurdle. We've got enough to get through without adding obstacles )

I'm not anti any music time I'll check that out. I'm actually listening to some Christian music at the moment. The first track particularly I can attribute to my faster times. But I'm also partial to a good bit of George Michael and in the first km or two when I have the energy I can belt it out with the best of them! Another reason I'm grateful for my quiet country roads.

Does anyone remember the friends episode when phoebe and Rachel run? And phoebe is funny when she runs? Try that when no one is looking too! Much fun!

Thanks for the push you guys! I only went and did it!!! 🏃🏼‍♀️😁.

I don't know why I was so iffy. It was probably the running for longer thought but it is all mind over matter really isn't it?

Oh, and Brassica, if you're still looking for music suggestions my current favourite is"Hey Rock 'N' Roll' - Showaddywaddy. All covers, but good covers (imo). Song 1 starts off with "Let's go for a little walk" and 2 is "Three Steps to Heaven" - which is highly appropriate for the warm up walk! Then you get classics such as "Heartbeat" and "Hey Rock 'n' Roll" - which I end up clapping along to.

It might not be your thing but it keeps me going.

Thanks, Brassica! I pushed most of the C25K, adding some extra minutes on here and there. I don't think I like being told what to do!

Am really impressed with your pace! It's interesting how we've chosen to take different routes, you speed and me distance.

Paper - as Brassica says, just go and do it! Don't be scared, just start running the same as you have for every run up to now. It's no different.

Check you out Time pushing the boundaries!!

Get out there and get it done Paper. You'll feel great when it's under your belt!

Another 1 min off my time today 34.58. Fastest km 6.45. Slowest 7.14! Pretty pleased with that. Stopped on the nose of 5k though!

Needing motivation to begin scary week 5! I don't even know the times to run but somethings putting me off at the moment!