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C25K really works

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athingthateveryoneneeds · 13/01/2018 17:03

I finished week 7 day 1 today, and surprised myself by running for 25 minutes without stopping. I could have gone longer, too!

I'm not fast.

I haven't gone further than 3.6 km.

But my endurance has increased so much, even when I'm only managing to get out 1-2 times a week.

So for those of you just starting, or feeling like you've got that wall in week 5, keep going. You can do it!

I'm looking forward to managing a full 5 km one day, and I know I can do it because I've improved so much already.

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athingthateveryoneneeds · 15/01/2018 20:36

How'd you get on, Midnight?

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MidnightVelvetthe7th · 15/01/2018 19:16

Week one run one again tonight! Its dark, freezing & possibly raining :)

Wish me luck

squiggletea · 15/01/2018 17:43

Well done marshmallow!

Does anyone know any apps that would help build speed so to run further but still in half an hour? Or just general tips!

I definitely want to progress further but struggle to even fit 3 half hours in busy weeks.

ImAMarshmellow · 15/01/2018 13:37

I started last year and did my first 5k in September. Stopped running end of October and started on the c210k yesterday in preparation for the great north run. I really surprised myself by running the best part of 8k! I did x5 10min runs. I couldn't even run for 5 minutes when I first started.
I always feel really good after a run and tempted to go tonight but my shorts are smelly and sweaty and I don't have a spare pairSad

BrassicaBabe · 15/01/2018 13:36

Lol "ran with a whippet" Grin C25K Usain Bolt style!!

Smartiesteapot · 15/01/2018 13:25

Thanks athing.
I know what you mean. I ran with a Whippet this morning, perhaps not the best idea!

butterflybuns · 15/01/2018 12:43

Well done! I'm starting for the 5th time on C25K. Every time I got to week 5/6 and I found excuses not to carry on- illness etc. This time I'm doing it with a local running club. The first was yesterday and I'm hoping with the weekly meetups and our homework I'll crack it this time around.

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athingthateveryoneneeds · 15/01/2018 12:32
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BrassicaBabe · 15/01/2018 11:50

Week 7 run 1 done! It was 25 mins. Same as week 6 run 3. My aim this week is to push the pace a little. Very little. Grin

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athingthateveryoneneeds · 15/01/2018 10:09

Nice one, Smarties! Good to hear you're well enough to start again. :)

I just got back from a "run". I'm going at a speed slightly faster than walking at any rate. Pushing the buggy makes me slower but it is offset by the dog pulling me along in her excitement (I'm far too slow for her!).

I need some proper running leggings, I think. But nothing £££! Part of the appeal of running is the low start up costs!

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Smartiesteapot · 15/01/2018 09:00

Just marking place to join you.
Due to operations and ill health and too many excuses I haven't done any exercise in 15 years.

Started last year but couldn't finish the first day and discovered I had a B12 issue.

Now on injections and just finished first day.

squiggletea · 14/01/2018 23:41

Thank you swimming. Have looked at the podcast but Sunday night is always full on here:-)

Any thoughts on the run longer or faster question that Pip asked about? Time dictates that faster in the same time will be my more realistic option.

I’m still working on anything is better than nothing but think I need some sort of goal/strategy to stay focused.

Pipsqueak11 · 14/01/2018 21:52

thanks athingthateveryoneneeds Smile

Paperdolly · 14/01/2018 21:23

... I say ran. 😂

Paperdolly · 14/01/2018 21:22

I haven't done it for over a year due to ( lots of excuses) and never got further than bouncing between week 1 and 2.

I then bought a cross trainer but haven't used it as I find it toooooo much. I also missed the lovely 7am scenery as I ran at first light. I'm a heavy weight. Hmm

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athingthateveryoneneeds · 14/01/2018 21:12

Ah, I want to be running 5k, 10k and beyond at 70! That's amazing.

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Frazzled2207 · 14/01/2018 21:10

Ah this is great my husband started last week (is not unfit but has put a bit too much weight on) and is really enthusiastic this far.
Also my mother who is 70 and never shown any interest in exercise EVER has been doing it for about three months and has lost LOADS of weight.

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athingthateveryoneneeds · 14/01/2018 20:40

That's fab, Pip!

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Pipsqueak11 · 14/01/2018 20:37

another thumbs up from me!
i have taken a long time to do it repeating many weeks but have now done it and regularly run between 4 and 5k but i am slow . i am trying to work out whether it is better to try and speed up but do th
e same distance or to try and run for further at the same pace .... either way i
cant believe i have done it . i am 54 years old and have never run before and am overweight as well so if i can do it anyone can !

ThroughThickAndThin01 · 14/01/2018 19:56

It’s great isn’t it?

I started as a 50 y o novice a couple of years ago, having done nothing since leaving school, and am now training for a half marathon.

I ran 7.5 miles this morning. All from starting c25.

SwimmingInTheBlueLagoon · 14/01/2018 19:53

www.nhs.uk/Livewell/strength-and-flexibility/Pages/strength-and-flexibillity-podcasts.aspx

Strength & Flex to alternate C25K with. If you're reasonably active you can probably go straight to week 5 (also called maintenance level).

SwimmingInTheBlueLagoon · 14/01/2018 19:44

Squiggle I've not done them but NHS has podcasts for people who have completed c25k to improve speed and stamina.

www.nhs.uk/Tools/Pages/Couch-to-5k-plus.aspx

squiggletea · 14/01/2018 19:20

I’ll look for those Swimming.

Definitely want to keep going but not 5k to 10k. My main motivation was to do more in half an hour - it’s hard enough to find that time.

Any tips for programmes that increase speed in the half hour- preferably including warm up and warm down?

BrassicaBabe · 14/01/2018 15:21

I'm enjoying it too! I'm scheduled to start week 7 tomorrow. It's not easy but doable. Ive already had a peak (just a peak) at a 5k to 10K app to see if that might be something to consider....

SwimmingInTheBlueLagoon · 14/01/2018 15:07

Squiggle I think the NHS recommends beginners do the NHS 'strength and flex' podcasts on 3 of the 'rest' days of C25K and then have 1 actual rest day.

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