C25K

W2r2 done on a very hot afternoon. It apparently wasn't as fast as r1.

I thought that too, but thought I’d give it a try. About half way through, they say that although it’s hard, it’s abour training your mind into thinking you can do it. I decided to focus on that when it got hard, as I’ve run with my legs tired before, it was my mind which was stopping me.

I just don't understand how it goes from 8 min splits to a solid 20min and then back to 10min splits? If you can run 20min why bother with the splits again - and if you still need the splits then why try to run for so long?! I'm wary of giving it a go because so far I haven't stopped once - but I feel pretty sure I'm not ready to go from 8 mins to 20 mins overnight?!

JUst wanted to jump onto the thread. I started c25k a few weeks ago and yesterday did the 20min run. It is possible, and you’ll be so proud of how far you’ve come. Keep going!

@JustLikeTheySaid when I last did this (8 years ago!) I really struggled with that run and kept repeating it over and over. I never quite got there and was getting downhearted. So I moved onto week 6 and progressed from there.

My advice would be to give it a go and see how well you get on. Don't write it off without trying it.

Justliketheysaid don't skip it that's the run where it all changes and you will start to believe it's possible! Make sure you choose a flat, easy route and take it slow. I was really worried about this run last week and did a lot of reading about why it jumps, it's about mind over body. If you've done the rest of the runs up to this point then you are physically capable no matter what your head tells you.

Did W5R1 today. Was okay. The next run looks possible but W5R3 looks a bit random - why the sudden jump to 20mins? I might just skip that out and go to Wk6.

Just done W2R2. Really struggle with evening runs, much prefer first thing but needs must. Cannot imagine being able to run for 30 mins flat even though 6 years ago I could run 10Ks

Ok will give it my best shot tomorrow Rocket - thanks for spurring me on!

@MagicJay I really recommend keeping going with the programme. I was really daunted by he 3 minute runs but they aren't actually as bad as you think they're gonna be.
I've just completed W3R2 and felt really good after. I've got a very sore throat though 😩
One more W3 run and then I'm onto the 5 minute ones, slightly apprehensive about that but determined to keep going 💪

I've just completed W3R1 and I'm shattered!!

Still impressed I managed a full 3 minutes though.. twice! Roll on Wednesday for the next instalment.

Just well done for keeping going - another one ticked off.

Just done W4R3....sllooowwlllyyy! Pace of 11'23". Legs hurt and felt rubbish. Managed it though.

Just did W2R3. It was ok. I find that it's not so much the breathing but the legs aching. Very nervous about starting week 3 to the extent that I'm considering doing a couple more W2 runs. The 3 minute run seems incredibly daunting. For those that are further into the program did you feel the same?

Just back from W4R1..... Not going to lie, the last 5min run was tough!! Wasn't sure we would make it, but then some cyclists appeared so we couldn't be seen to stop (luckily my running partner is just as competitive as I am!!) feeling rather pleased with myself now though. Just tonights thai boxing session to make it through now!

rocketpockets I felt exactly the same a few weeks ago, could barely manage the 3 minutes and couldn't comprehend managing 20. Stick with the programme to the letter and have faith!

W2r1 done here. Found a route with a mix of terrain and interest.

It's so good to see others progressing! I don't think I'll ever be able to run 20 mins in one go at this stage, I struggle with 3 🙈

Well done travellinghopefully2018! It really does work doesn't it. Onwards to week 6 for us and hope the progress continues.

W2R1 done after a night of wine . Tiring but not awful and v pleased I’ve done it!

I just did my w5r3 too! Logged on earlier to find some encouragement as I was nervous about 20 mins in one go and when I saw travellingwithoutmoving had done it, I thought this travelling girl can do it too and I did! And I enjoyed it. This programme is awesome. Well done everyone

I decided to do W3 R1 this morning and then run Tuesday and Thursday as I can't run Friday morning. Went better than I expected, was a bit more nerve racking than normal as there were some drunk guys around still as it was so early!
Looking forward to run 2 on Tuesday morning
Well don't to everyone who's still going 💪

Oh wow! Well done travelling - I remember that when I did C25k before the W5R3 run eluded me completely. I tried for about 3 weeks before giving up and moving on to week 6. But I got there in the end. For me it was probably a mental block rather than a fitness block, and I won't be surprised if it happens again this time. But at least I know not to get down hearted about it and just keep trying and then move on.

Lovely to have you join us Avon. Great idea about the Park Run - will look into my local one too.

Am going to try and do W2R3 later tonight, because I've got a boozy dinner party tonight on the cards and I'd rather not try and run it tomorrow with a hangover!

Please can I join? Tomorrow I start W2R1. First week was fine - am doing it with 13 yo DS as my partner ( his Parkrun pb is 19 mins so he’s SIGNIFICANTLY faster than I’m aiming for ). I’ve put a Parkrun in the calendar for June 2 as motivation - really want to be able to run the whole way.