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C25K Graduates. Any interest in a thread for those not ready for the ‘big’ running thread but want support/chat?

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JonHammIsMyJamm · 25/08/2020 18:55

I was on the fab c25k threads as a newbie and a graduate and wondered if there was any interest in a chat thread for graduates to chat about progress and whatnot?

I feel a bit like I’m in no man’s land on the exercise board. It can be disheartening to see people talking about running x numbers of 5ks a week when you’re blowing out of your arse on w2r3. On the flip side, whilst the main running thread is full of lovely people, I feel a bit of a fraud with my plodding 5kms Blush.

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myomy · 18/10/2020 14:48

That's good going!
I think you are right to go slower at least till you finish the 10 days.

MirandaWest · 18/10/2020 11:02

@myomy - I did run number 7 today and legs still holding out. Did a 10k yesterday as wasn’t working and wanted to run by the river Smile.

Am guessing I could run a bit faster but will stick with my 32/33 or so minute 5ks for now

myomy · 18/10/2020 10:13

Just reading this thread now.
Running since the summer and most of the time I'm enjoying it. Would have ran four times a week but it's more like three times a week now. I use the machine which is supposedly easier but I just don't think I would like running outside.

I couldn't run the length of myself before I started and now I've built it up, I have just done a10km (just wanted to see if I could do it). I will mostly be sticking with 5-7 km depending on my motivation on the day.

How is op and everyone else getting on at the minute?
Miranda how you doing now, are your legs still working?

MirandaWest · 15/10/2020 16:59

Have done 4 days of my challenge - after tomorrow I’ll be half way through Smile

MirandaWest · 11/10/2020 20:41

I have joined in a Macmillan challenge to run ten 5ks in ten days. I’m starting tomorrow. Am pretty sure I can do it as I’ve been running every day for a few weeks but now people have sponsored me I’m feeling a bit of pressure to do it Grin

Ruex · 04/10/2020 20:10

I was on the other c25k threads. I have graduated now a while back and was still going out for a 30 minute run every other day until I went back to work and it all went out the window. I really miss it so I need to try and find some time.

MirandaWest · 04/10/2020 19:57

There were some people with London marathon numbers running today - really not the same

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JonHammIsMyJamm · 04/10/2020 18:57

10km in the wind is no mean feat, @MirandaWest! Brava 👏

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JonHammIsMyJamm · 04/10/2020 18:56

Lots of folk ran past me this morning, on my dog walk, with their London numbers on, doing their virtual marathon. I felt a bit sad for them, tbh. Imagine all the training and the sacrifices made and the joy of finally getting a hens tooth ballot place and then it all gets flushed away by bloody COVID Sad. First World problem, obviously and lots of people have endured worse during the pandemic but it’s just another bit of life that this bloody thing has stolen.

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MirandaWest · 04/10/2020 18:23

I ran 10k round an airfield with other people today! And it was very windy for about 4 of those km.

Was an organised event for people to do distances between 5k and marathon - I enjoyed it Smile.

Need to keep on with the running now of course...

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JonHammIsMyJamm · 04/10/2020 17:44

Congrats on your graduation, @Cathpot! I use the early runs for fast intervals too Smile.

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Cathpot · 03/10/2020 11:46

Finished c25k on Thursday, doing the 30 minutes but about 4.5k . Wanted some structure going forward so I tried Wk1 R1 this morning but running the minute runs as fast as I could. It was exhausting! Plus it turns out when I try to run fast I run like I’m being chased, like an extra in Jurassic park about to be picked off as the hero narrowly escapes. Anyway it interestingly hard and made my very slow 30min runs seem actually quite appealing in comparison . I’m thinking maybe I’ll alternate the wk 9 run with the fast intervals and see what happens. Also has the advantage that it’s only 30mins and on days when I start work earlier it’s easier to fit in.

MirandaWest · 24/09/2020 13:09

I’m missing park run too. Have been running every day for maybe a couple of weeks? Hit a new 2020 PB for 2k yesterday which was good and also ran 9k last Saturday which is the furthest I’ve run in years. Have been finding the Nike run club app and the guided runs really good

beguilingeyes · 24/09/2020 12:02

And the likelihood of Parkrun coming back in October seems to have been snatched away again. I miss it too.

Mintjulia · 24/09/2020 11:01

Count me in. I could plod round a parkrun 5k most weekends and then it was closed coz of covid. It was then I realised it was no longer a chore and I actually missed it. Shock

Now I'm doing #notparkrun so that I don't seize up but it's not as good. I miss the company. Sad

Agingdisgracefully · 24/09/2020 10:57

Graduated mid July. Age 59. Usually do 4K three times a week. 5k on good days. Takes 45 mins for 5k. Started raining today half way so managed 5.7 at fastest pace ever. No goals to run longer or faster. Hate the start but enjoy it once I've done the first ten mins

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JonHammIsMyJamm · 17/09/2020 18:46

Ah, at least you’ve got some impressive battle scars to show off, @beguilingeyes.

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beguilingeyes · 17/09/2020 18:05

Getting better thanks. I've got some spectacular bruises. Cycled to work today and going to try a run on Saturday morning.

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JonHammIsMyJamm · 17/09/2020 16:36

Thanks @IRun4Me Smile. It’s not about anyone else on the ‘proper’ runners thread, it’s definitely about how I feel about my intermediate stage.

I couldn’t do the zombie run apps, @BogRollBOGOF too much of a scaredy cat!

How are the ribs, @beguilingeyes?

I think my week/10days off has done me the world of good. I’ve just done a 6.5km, my longest and most comfortable run in ages. Smile

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BogRollBOGOF · 14/09/2020 19:40

I turned off the zombie chases many years ago. The sods always came staggering out at the bottom of an uphill section!

IRun4Me · 14/09/2020 18:05

Hello everyone. Just want to say no one is a fraud and even if you are running short distances really slowly you are a runner. This thread looks great and supportive but please don’t be scared to pop on to the running thread, if you want to. We are nice really and it doesn’t matter if you run 1 mile or 100 it all counts. We (like this thread) discuss our ups and downs of running and also seek advice and support from each other.
Really hoping I’m not sounding patronising but keep it up - running is brilliant for physical and mental health.

beguilingeyes · 14/09/2020 16:37

I fell over and hurt my ribs last weekend so haven't been able to run at all (klutz). I'm hoping maybe tomorrow. Some good news from Parkrun who say they might be able to start up again at the end of October. Yay!

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JonHammIsMyJamm · 14/09/2020 16:11

Great that wfh gives you the flexibility, @MirandaWest. I used to run first thing and loved it. That feeling of having a brand new day all to yourself. The dog gets the ‘first thing’ slot now so I’m a mid-afternooner these days.

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MirandaWest · 14/09/2020 15:21

I’ve been working throughout but I work from home and have done for the past few years so is ok to fit it in. Have been running before starting work at 7:30 although as it gets light later I think I may shift to running at lunchtime instead.

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JonHammIsMyJamm · 14/09/2020 14:58

How are those of you who were returning to work finding it? Are you managing to keep a running habit?

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