C25K

Just done w8r2. Feels like it’s getting harder rather than easier! I’m definitely slower than I was a couple of weeks ago. Had to walk (an unexpected and steep!) hill today which disappointed me. Should keep focused on how good it is to be running 28 minutes at all though but for some reason instead of endorphins I just get a big ‘you’re not doing well enough’ slump

Yes. I think I would but no way I'd be able to keep that pace for 5k right now. Going to do 1.5m Monday, then up it to 3m Wednesday and Saturday next week. See how I get on.

Hope everyone is well

Catbingo I just googled and it said trainers should be changed after 300-500 miles Rather a broad range but I reckon 6 years will have covered that
Helpmeplan that’s a great run you’d be on for a 30 min 5k wouldn’t you? I actually think I’ve shed some attractive back fat but I need to reduce calorie intake too. DH is marathon training and I seem to think I need to refuel in the same way

Well. I ran 1.5 miles in 14 minutes this morning, so I clearly need to increase my distance now.

Cat when I was fit and doing 5k 3 times a week I changed my trainers every 6 months I killed them that much.

Really not liking my mid section right now, so I have to get on top of my calorie consumption asap.

I'm going to get some new trainers this weekend. Worked out that mine are 6 years old now; they've taken me through training to do the 3 Peaks Challenge, several aborted C25K attempts, training for and doing the moonwalk as well as a billion dog walks. I suspect that's why I injured my foot because they are so old now. They've worked hard but need retiring.

Nice one avon! That’s definitely the most satisfying run imo as it’s such a leap.

Was meant to be running this afternoon but sitting with a coffee and a caramel biscuit must get up and out tomorrow. Might try and run Sunday as well.

W4R3 completed, definitely feels like my left foot is not very happy. I also need to change routes - this one has a few up/downhill bits which I think might be hurting it (more on the downhill).

Great to hear others' progress, and hope you're on the mend catbingo

Thanks everyone . It definitely feels like a turning point.

Well done Avon!
I did that run a few days ago and it feels so good to have done it doesn't it?
I did W6R1 tonight (I think) next running on Saturday and then Monday which I believe is a 25 minute run! Not looking forward to that...

Avon well done! I hope that will be me in a week's time.

Well done Avon.

Wow well done avon

Eeeek I did it, 20 mins of non-stop running. I’m so chuffed . I did a mapmyrun after and worked out I covered 3k in the running time. Bloody knackered now 😂

Good luck Avon for your 20 min run.

I am on W4R3 this morning. Glad it has stopped raining.

Good luck Avon for your 20 min run.

I am on W4R3 this morning. Glad it has stopped raining.

Well done everyone. W5R3 for me tomorrow 😬.
Catbingo sorry about your injury and general work stuff, hope you get back on track soon.
Helpmeplan love a wedding - congratulations 😀

cat we are getting married in a nice registry office in an afternoon ceremony followed by a sit down meal and cake and booze.

I am wearing a proper wedding dress. Dp a suit. Only having our parents and bil and sil though. So 9 in total. We have spent on transport and the reception. Cannot wait tbh.

catbingo did W3R1 yesterday and as you said, it was easier than I had thought.

Sorry to hear about your injury Wishing you a speedy recovery. Very annoying.

You have lots of time, then, which is great! Tell me about your wedding - are you having a big white wedding or something smaller? I love weddings!!!

October 2019, so will hopefully easily achieve. Just feel meh. Do not want to fall off the wagon

Hi Helpmeplan it sounds to me like you've had a hell of a year and it really takes time to get over something as horrible as viral meningitis. Give yourself a break if you can. You are already running great times now and the weight will drop off once you are running regularly.

When are you getting married?

Just depressed myself by weighing myself. 11st. Ffs thought I was 10st 7lb. Best get working!

Wednesday run day. Am tired. Its warm. Ran for 20 minutes.

Not happy with my flabby belly but it'll reduce in time

Feeling a bit gutted here as I need to take at least a week out due to injury. I've done something to my foot - I did it in week 3 and I've still been running on it and it's just not healing, so I think I just need to give it a proper rest for a week. Will go back to week three when I restart. Super annoyed about it as was so excited to be passing the half way point round about now and am beginning to enjoy it.

Whereshalligo
I think it's more of a mental thing, it certainly was for me anyway! I was sure I wouldn't be able to do it but I did. Don't let the fact you didn't manage it first go put you off, 12 mins like you said is a massive improvement and I'm sure you'll be able to build on that. If you feel by the halfway point you're struggling then slow down.

I need to book in a 5k to do for when I'll be finished with C25K we've got a local half marathon we can do in October and I'm sure there's a 10k fairly local in between as well! I'm really enjoying running, much more than I thought I would.