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C25k / couch to 5k - Spring 2019 new starters. All welcome!

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C25kTrier · 29/03/2019 15:11

Hello to anyone who wants to join me over here Smile

A few of us tagged onto the end of the new year/new you c25k gang but they were already at the end or had finished and so perhaps it is best for us to have a new one to discuss our newbie woes, aches and pains?

I’m at the beginning of week 3. Just been out again today, I should’ve done W3R2 but repeated w3r1 instead as I wasn’t comfortable last time, I think I took it too fast. Plus, it is ruddy boiling here today! It went much better and i’ll move on to w3r2 on Sunday.

Please join me, say hi and let us know where you are on the programme and update us on how you’re finding it.

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ashleyh · 03/04/2019 12:10

Hi, I am doing my own c5k( very basic rules: remove butt from couch move until 5 k finished) and I can’t find music to run to- any advice? Also tech stuff like fitness watch, running gear etc? I currently run on treadmill as too worried I will stop at park run and cry🙄

downcasteyes · 03/04/2019 11:58

Fazackerley - I've never done park run, but I can totally imagine having other people there being helpful. Smile

Heavens - hahahaha! I know what you mean about the weather! This will be your time - we're surely not due either apocalyptic snowfall or a heatwave for a few weeks! Smile

HeavensToTenby · 03/04/2019 11:55

Sorry, downcast - I was slow in replying to Fazackerley above! Congratulations on getting to Week 7: that's the point where you suddenly realise what you've managed to do, and can't quite believe it!

I like walking too much; if I know I can walk, it makes running harder, somehow. Like my brain's constantly tapping the inside of my head and going, Why aren't we walking? We can walk, right? The last couple of times I've done this (!) I've run Wk5 R3 two or three times, and then gradually added a minute or two on at the end for each run until I'm running about 25 mins. And then autumn happens. Or, if I've started early, a heatwave.

Fazackerley · 03/04/2019 11:50

The first 20 minute run made me feel really, really anxious

Me too but I did it at park run. Walked the first 5 mins then ran for 20. Walked the cool down then ran the last 1k. I think the adrenaline of park run made it easier.

downcasteyes · 03/04/2019 11:47

Just realised that I'm on week 7, not week 6! 3 x 25 minutes! Apologies for the confusion!!

I actually found the opposite heavens - but I think this is because I have an inherently lazy psychology! I like the idea that I can stop and walk for a bit Grin. The first 20 minute run made me feel really, really anxious - I genuinely started thinking "I can't do this" and then surprised myself.

HeavensToTenby · 03/04/2019 11:43

Week 6 runs are a bit weird, I find - you're on such a high from Week 5 Run 3's 20 mins that going back to running, then walking, then running again feels harder. As soon as you go back to straight running, it's not so bad. For me, that brief relief of walking makes starting again harder; it's easier to turn off that side of my brain altogether and just plod on for seven songs (or however long 20 mins is).

downcasteyes · 03/04/2019 11:38

Ooooh, just found this thread! I'm neary at the end of week 6 - the 3 x 25 minute runs.

I have to say, I think the programme is absolutely brilliant. I've tried to start running many times previously, and I've always ended up injured because I've bitten off more than I can chew. For the first time in ages I'm running for nearly half an hour injury free. I can't believe it! Totally delighted.

Fazackerley · 03/04/2019 11:36

I keep imagining him in the recording studio, having to do take after take of the line, 'You've run for five minutes - you're doing really well!' until it's not dripping with sarcasm

Ha ha ha that made me lol. Exactly what I thought.

I have week 6 r 2 today and Monday's was so hard i am dreading it.

HeavensToTenby · 03/04/2019 11:35

YY to Michael always sounding 'a bit disappointed'! I keep imagining him in the recording studio, having to do take after take of the line, 'You've run for five minutes - you're doing really well!' until it's not dripping with sarcasm.

I've got Week 5 Run 1 coming up tonight. This is probably the seventh time I've done C25K over the last five years - it really is amazing how it works. My problem's always been carrying on with the routine of running after I get to Week 8 or so thanks, British weather.

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C25kTrier · 03/04/2019 11:28

We’ll be here @GirlRaisedInTheSouth Grin

I need to get off my lazy arsington and finish week 3. Right. Checking this thread has motivated me. Off to put my phone on charge and get changed. I’ll report back.

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GirlRaisedInTheSouth · 03/04/2019 10:07

I am going to start on the 15th when I finish my current work assignment. So I’m just marking my place so I know where you all are Grin.

CurlsandCurves · 03/04/2019 10:06

W2R2 complete!

Went with my friend and her dogs to the local park, so now I’ve got wet feet. I definitely prefer road running as opposed to the park which is all lumpy bumpy, I struggle to keep my balance and pace as I’m concentrating on where to move, avoiding bumps, holes, molehills, etc.

Going to see how I go on Friday before deciding whether to move on to week 3 or repeat week 2.

Pardalis · 02/04/2019 23:14

Hello everyone!

I've just started. First run yesterday although have changed apps so second run today is first one but will do 4 this week - I will probably need this extra week one anyway.
Happily surprised that my second was easier, marginally. I had a better recover time. Although I did get pelted with hailstones on the way home!

I'm running on soft ground in the woods which is helping, especially as my trainers are crap. Definitely going to buy new this weekend. At the moment I can't imagine running (slow jogging) for 2 minutes let alone anymore. But I trust the programme - I have determination and the stories from all of you help.

I am also incredibly fat. Focusing for once on fitness and not weightloss. Hoping one will encourage the other. I was a fit teen and pretty fit in my twenties. I'm relying on muscle memory!!!

CurlsandCurves · 02/04/2019 20:24

Hi Lemontwist I’ll be joining you on w2r2 tomorrow!

Running tomorrow with my friend and her dogs, which always makes it a lot more fun.

Lemontwist · 02/04/2019 18:13

Can I join you? I'm doing Wk2R2 tomorrow hopefully.
I've found it ok so far but I know its early days. I'm having to run with the buggy at the moment unless I can cram the odd run in when DH is home. I'm going to have to try hard though to commit to it.

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C25kTrier · 02/04/2019 17:56

Miff, the warm up walk is supposed to be brisk. It’s literally supposed to be warming up your muscles. I don’t think it’s meant to be a stroll.

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miffmufferedmoof · 02/04/2019 17:53

Hi all. I did week 3 run 2 this morning. My basic level of fitness beforehand wasn’t too low (just haven’t done any running for years) so I’ve found it fairly easy so far but not sure how I’ll find running for more than about 5 minutes.
Anyone else get tempted to skip the warm up walk? I get cold and bored! Plus I usually run straight after taking the children to school so I’ve already walked a bit

StVincent · 02/04/2019 11:53

Aw Trier, thank you - that really means a lot. Hoping by next one stupid period will be over and I'll be flying along. Unlikely as that is :)

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C25kTrier · 02/04/2019 11:34

StVincent, sometimes you just have a crap one. Sometimes it’s because you are a bit dehydrated, sometimes it’s too warm, or too wet, or too windy. Or your bra chafes. Or your head just isn’t in the right place. I think there is research to back up that women’s sports performance is affected when they are bleeding, too (yay! Hmm).

You did it though. Well done to you. Onwards. Flowers

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StVincent · 02/04/2019 11:18

I did week 3 run 1 yesterday and didn't think I'd make it through the three minutes. My body felt totally different - really pushing it. Period didn't help! Starting to wonder if I'm some kind of physical freak who doesn't actually get fitter.

Fazackerley · 01/04/2019 19:07

Week 6 run 1 done. It was really hard, my legs were dead. I had gone for a long dog walk and lunchtime plus done the horses. I might do Wednesdays run in the morning and see if its better.

JPduck · 01/04/2019 17:16

Wow @gorganzolabrie, congrats - I cant imagine running for 25 mins, I was shocked to manage 3 mins ok today

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C25kTrier · 01/04/2019 16:28

Hi all. Well done all and welcome gorganzola, anyone can join us Smile. Getting to w7 is fantastic and something I can only dream of at the minute!

I’ve just got in from w3r2. Looking at my stats, I was slower than last time. Much slower. It was much warmer today and I had to drag myself out to do it as hay fever is wiping me out at the moment. I could probably have pushed myself more though.

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gorganzolabrie · 01/04/2019 16:10

Hi. Can I join? At 60 I'm guessing I might be the oldest C25ker on the thread. I'm on week 7, run 3 and thrilled to be able to run for 25 minutes non-stop.

JPduck · 01/04/2019 15:20

Thanks for asking @CurlsandCurves .... I'm very much surprised at how much easier it was than I thought. Hopefully all will go as well on Wednesday. The sunshine 🌞🌞 was a bonus too.
I also trialled a flip belt which was fab as it contained my car key and phone ... I forgot I was wearing it!

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