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FisherThem · 2023-03-27T12:27:16+00:00

I'm 44. Fat from DD4, Covid, wfh etc etc. used to be fit, ran a (v slow) marathon at 30, currently get out of breath climbing the stairs. I need to do it. Tried to do it 3 years ago but gave up when my knees complained. Run 1 today!

helpfulperson · 23/04/2023 17:26

I have done Cto5k a few times and have learnt which routes can be used which week to avoid a dreaded uphill slog.

FrazzledFirefly · 23/04/2023 11:59

DoINeedToDoThis · 23/04/2023 11:21

Well done! I've just finished W3R1 but unfortunately with the route I'd planned, both the 3 min runs ended up being uphill 🙄 Needless to say I won't be doing that route next time!

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That's good going - I'm sticking to the flat :-)

DoINeedToDoThis · 23/04/2023 11:21

FrazzledFirefly · 23/04/2023 10:42

Well, I've just completed week 5, run 3 and (v slowly) jogged for 20 minutes. I'm so pleased.

I actually found it a lot easier than the 3 minute runs a few weeks ago. I guess it goes to show that so much of it is in our heads.

I have a problem with my knee so I'm thinking of repeating this run (jog!) again before moving on to week 6.

Well done! I've just finished W3R1 but unfortunately with the route I'd planned, both the 3 min runs ended up being uphill 🙄 Needless to say I won't be doing that route next time!

FrazzledFirefly · 23/04/2023 11:07

Though looking at my stats I'm moving at a slower pace than previously. Which is probably a good thing. Build stamina and then increase speed maybe?

FrazzledFirefly · 23/04/2023 10:42

Well, I've just completed week 5, run 3 and (v slowly) jogged for 20 minutes. I'm so pleased.

I actually found it a lot easier than the 3 minute runs a few weeks ago. I guess it goes to show that so much of it is in our heads.

I have a problem with my knee so I'm thinking of repeating this run (jog!) again before moving on to week 6.

Redhothoochycoocher · 20/04/2023 20:58

RomanMum · 19/04/2023 22:04

Any tips for the dreaded W4?

Totally agree with @romanmum on that. Whenever I'm struggling I have to actively make myself assess my breathing, my legs etc and realise that every part of my body is fine and managing the run. It's such a mental shift once you realise that your body can carry on even when your head is saying no more. Let us know how you get/got on.

Redhothoochycoocher · 20/04/2023 20:54

Weevel · 17/04/2023 08:34

I like running in the drizzle, which is a good job as I live in Manchester. I agree I’d much rather do that than sun! However some of last week was horrendous and a little too rainy for me!

I did week 9 run 1 today and I felt ok at the end so I carried on and I ran 5k! It took 37 minutes so pretty slow but I actually did it.

I can’t believe I’ve gone from counting down till a minute ended in week 1 to running 5k!

That's amazing! Well done!

DuckWithOneWing · 20/04/2023 20:10

I came on here to brag that one finished W3, so I didn't want to hear W4 described as "dreaded"! My plan is to not look at what it is until after I've done it and just do what the app tells me to.

RomanMum · 20/04/2023 16:52

@Weevel thanks for the advice! Running at the weekend.

Weevel · 20/04/2023 08:39

RomanMum · 19/04/2023 22:04

Any tips for the dreaded W4?

Go slowly if you need to. Alot of it is mental your mind wants to stop before your body. If you have a route that you have that’s not hilly do that one.
Good luck!!

RomanMum · 19/04/2023 22:04

Any tips for the dreaded W4?

DoINeedToDoThis · 17/04/2023 22:19

Weevel · 17/04/2023 08:34

I like running in the drizzle, which is a good job as I live in Manchester. I agree I’d much rather do that than sun! However some of last week was horrendous and a little too rainy for me!

I did week 9 run 1 today and I felt ok at the end so I carried on and I ran 5k! It took 37 minutes so pretty slow but I actually did it.

I can’t believe I’ve gone from counting down till a minute ended in week 1 to running 5k!

Well done!!

FrazzledFirefly · 17/04/2023 21:34

Well done Weevel I hope I get to the point where I can run for 5km. I'm never going to be quick, I shuffle along, but I'm determined to keep trying.

Weevel · 17/04/2023 08:34

I like running in the drizzle, which is a good job as I live in Manchester. I agree I’d much rather do that than sun! However some of last week was horrendous and a little too rainy for me!

I did week 9 run 1 today and I felt ok at the end so I carried on and I ran 5k! It took 37 minutes so pretty slow but I actually did it.

I can’t believe I’ve gone from counting down till a minute ended in week 1 to running 5k!

Redhothoochycoocher · 16/04/2023 22:25

I did week 6 run 3 today so only have 9 runs left. I've definitely got the bug

Redhothoochycoocher · 16/04/2023 22:24

Weevel · 13/04/2023 19:16

Just done week 8 run 2.

Actually starting to get the bug now, which for someone that hates running more than anything I can’t believe.
I don’t think I’ll do 5k in 30 minutes but I do feel like I could probably run 5k if I pushed myself now, but going to stick to the programme as I’ve only got 4 runs left.

How does everyone find running in the rain? Been horrible this week!

I absolutely love running in the rain for some reason. I always run faster or for longer and find it so much more enjoyable!

DuckWithOneWing · 15/04/2023 19:46

I think I forgot to post about a run as I did W3R1 today. I didn't look at what it was beforehand, and at one point I really thought my app must've forgotten about me, but it turns out I ran for 3 minutes! It doesn't seem like much and yet it seems like loads at the same time.

RomanMum · 14/04/2023 22:25

After a week of no runs and eating my body weight in chocolate, tried W3R4 this afternoon. Wasn't too bad, even though running in the rain. Going to repeat the rest of the week I think before tackling week 4.

FrazzledFirefly · 14/04/2023 18:43

@Weevel I'm behind you at week 4, run 2 but I love running in the rain. I appreciate I may be the only one who thinks this. I really hate the heat so dreading trying to keep up these runs in the summer.

Weevel · 13/04/2023 19:16

Just done week 8 run 2.

Actually starting to get the bug now, which for someone that hates running more than anything I can’t believe.
I don’t think I’ll do 5k in 30 minutes but I do feel like I could probably run 5k if I pushed myself now, but going to stick to the programme as I’ve only got 4 runs left.

How does everyone find running in the rain? Been horrible this week!

DoINeedToDoThis · 11/04/2023 14:30

Weevel · 10/04/2023 17:31

@DoINeedToDoThis 10 stone is incredible you must be so proud of yourself

Thank you, I never would have imagined how much easier life would be 10 stone lighter!

W1R2 done yesterday and it even helped with my aching quad muscles 💪 Going to finish the week on Thursday, then will have to make a plan for when the routine of school, work and clubs kicks back in next week!

Redhothoochycoocher · 10/04/2023 19:31

Hi - can I join? I did w6 R1 today so did my first 20 mins over the weekend at the end of w5. Such a mental shift over the last few weeks. I remembered earlier today that I used to run home from work once a week and that was almost 5k. Very impressed with myself! I started a new job last week and didn't manage to run at all, which was annoying. I'd just invested in new running shoes, which I'm glad about as I think that's the reason I put them back on after a week off.

So relieved to hear that some of you are fairly slow too! I'm creeping along. Not sure I'll be at 5k by the end!

helpfulperson · 10/04/2023 19:06

Well done. That 20 min one is definitely where I realised how much is mental stamina as well as physical.

UnoQueenie · 10/04/2023 18:00

Hooray I just did 20 mins without stopping!! I never thought I could do it!! So proud of myself and feeling so positive!

Weevel · 10/04/2023 17:31

@DoINeedToDoThis 10 stone is incredible you must be so proud of yourself