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Couch to 5K - Run 1 done...

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resipsa · 13/03/2020 13:41

I did my first 'run' today. Think I'm going to need help to go all the way to week 9 but determined to do it before I hit the big 50. Anyone else started this week? Fancy a support thread? Couldn't see an active recent one.

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resipsa · 01/04/2020 22:37

I made the mistake of doing PE with Joe 2 hours after going out. Thighs ache now Grin

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Fozzleyplum · 01/04/2020 22:27

Addler, very well done with the weight loss. If it doesn't aggravate your knee, I would just get in as much brisk walking as you can, wearing supportive, well cushioned shoes. I can't always run owing to asthma, but I keep my fitness levels up by walking and it's a lot easier on the joints.

Yogawoogie · 01/04/2020 22:24

Can I join? I’ve attempted before but not got far for various reasons (excuses!).
I’m up for work at 5:30 tomorrow so might get up 30 minutes early and run with the dog. Wish me luck!

happytobemrsg · 01/04/2020 22:17

No idea how I’m supposed to be running 3 minutes on Friday Confused

Addler · 01/04/2020 22:04

@CeibaTree That's what I thought! Thank you! I figured the added bulk on the joint wouldn't be good. I used to swim and got to the gym so struggling with something to keep me going now

houseofrabbits · 01/04/2020 21:22

I did W2 R1 today! The last 90 seconds was hard I have to say, but I pushed through it.

CeibaTree · 01/04/2020 19:47

@Addler honestly I think wait until your knee feels a bit better as running can be the worst thing for knees especially if one is over weight. I have mild arthritis in one of my knees from time to time and I worked really hard to minimise the flare-up before I began C25k. Also I lost a bit of weight as my BMI was almost in the obese category (now I am just 'overweight -yay!) which I don't think would have been great with my slightly dodgy knee. Sorry that's probably not what you wanted to hear, but I think knee health is too important to take chances. Sounds like your weight loss so far has been awesome. When lockdown is over, swimming would be a more kinder exercise on your knee.

Addler · 01/04/2020 16:08

Can I ask some advice from seasoned pros? I have downloaded the app and want to start but have been having a lot of problems with my knee, it can be very sore when bent/kneeling/up and down stairs etc. Do you think running will negatively affect it?

I keep meaning to see a doctor about it but now obviously that's not possible for the foreseeable future! Also I'm very overweight, although I have lost 60+kg in the last year after bariatric surgery, but I need to increase my exercise to keep up my weight loss. Not sure if my heft will make the knee really bad compared to someone a lot lighter than me?

TheABC · 01/04/2020 15:24

Just joining in here. Prior to kids I completed a 10k and half-marathon, so I know I am capable of doing long-distance runs: up until now, the problem has been time and energy!

I am on Week 2 of 9 and I am looking forward to the longer intervals.

happytobemrsg · 01/04/2020 15:05

W2 R3 ✔️
Very pleased with myself as 90 seconds running seemed impossible at the beginning

BratBratBrat · 01/04/2020 13:27

W2R2 for me today. I thought I was fit but struggled on the 3rd 90 second run. Blush

tapdancingmum · 01/04/2020 11:17

W1R2 done 😄 slightly easier than the first one so the next one for me will be Saturday.

dancemom · 01/04/2020 10:50

@mumista I'm the same, I completed C25K before and now I'm struggling running 3 minutes 🙈
WK 3 Run 3 completed today, I'm aiming to do a SWEAT workout this afternoon too.
On the plus side I've dropped 3lbs in 10 days so I'm happy with that 🙌🏼

picklemewalnuts · 01/04/2020 09:13

Thanks struggled!

StrugglingThrough2 · 01/04/2020 08:16

They are about 30mins long, there’s a warm up and warm down included.

picklemewalnuts · 01/04/2020 08:08

How long is each podcast? I'm thinking of doing it on my trampette- no way I could actually run it.

midnightstar66 · 01/04/2020 07:59

To add I did it once before and had to give up ar week 6 with tendonitis. I blame trying to do 4-5 runs in a week rather than 3 (I'd repeat that weeks run rather than moving up distance quicker) make sure you're always taking your rest days

midnightstar66 · 01/04/2020 07:57

I've been planning to start it with dc but we're struggling to get in any sort of routine with schooling- maybe next week when it's the 'holidays'

Trichinella · 01/04/2020 07:44

I’m half way through.
I’ve a niggling knee so am taking it a bit slower. Some weeks I repeat runs especially if I’ve found them tough, and some weeks I do only 2 runs. I don’t mind, I’m still much fitter than I was and still progressing.
On days in between I do yoga from an app or CXWorks from YouTube.

ememem84 · 01/04/2020 07:31

I’m still feeling the doms from Monday. So tomorrow. Tomorrow is w1r2 for me

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resipsa · 01/04/2020 07:09

God, W4 is HARD! Misjudged the distance and ended up 15 mins walk from home. Good job it's deserted!

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tapdancingmum · 31/03/2020 22:53

I chickened out of going today but will definitely try and do W1R2 tomorrow. I have set an alarm 😄

Morgan · 31/03/2020 21:47

Did first run today round and round the garden as self-isolating due to travel - it was ok - definitely want to build up to 5 k - should be able to leave the house next week for exercise 🤞🤞

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resipsa · 31/03/2020 21:39

Yup. Before 7 is the best for peace, solitude or distance and lack of self-consciousness! And knowing it's done.

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ememem84 · 31/03/2020 21:31

Decided not to run today as saw week 1 is only three runs. So every other day for me.

@user3274826 sorry but I think pre 9am is the time. I’m going at 630 tomorrow morning. Dh will be awake but both kids will hopefully still be asleep.

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