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Couch to 5k- We do run run run, we do run run!

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cinnamongreyhound · 18/07/2013 16:24

A thread for anyone thinking of starting, doing or completed the c25k plan!

The last thread had so many new people starting and working through the plan it was lovely. As well as those who had finished and working towards faster times or greater distances. Everyone welcome no matter age, fitness or ability.

Join us for lots of support, advice and gentle butt kicking of required Wink

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Judyandherdreamofhorses · 30/07/2013 19:15

Yay! I just managed 5K! Well, more than that actually. It was 5.36km in 42 minutes (including warm up and cool down walks).

It was supposed to be w9r2, but was running with my stepdad who is doing a half marathon soon, so it was easy enough to push myself a little bit more than usual.

I'm so pleased. Feel great. Thinking of signing up for parkrun this weekend!

Keep going everyone. I can't believe that 9 weeks ago I was only running for a minute at a time.

Treating myself to new running shorts tomorrow. Any recommendations?

TinaSurrey · 30/07/2013 19:36

Evening everyone. Thanks so much for the advice about hats and sunglasses. Think I will get a basic running cap to start with then look to add the (more expensive) sunglasses option later. Pretty sure I'd want need special running ones as my normal ones wouldn't stay put well enough.

My plan to run this morning was thwarted by very heavy rain. I have rescheduled for tomorrow morning. An extra rest day is helping my knees and foot so maybe no bad thing!

As we are away from home Mr Surrey went out to get basic supplies last night. As well as the milk, fruit, cereal etc he came back with Women's Running magazine for me! Not sure how much of that is a joke but I was secretly chuffed!

JRock · 30/07/2013 19:40

After seeing this thread earlier today I decided to give it a go! So I did w1r1 about an hour ago. It wasn't as bad as I thought it would be! I used to be into running and loved it but when I got pregnant I just sort of gave up! Tried again a year ago when ds was 10 wks old and it was a disaster, so gave up again. So glad I finally went tonight. You all gave me the impetus to go for it. Thank you for the success stories!

Shitsinger · 30/07/2013 19:52

It didn't exactly go to plan ... rain, rain and more rain.
I had given up when the sun came out ,so went to find my stuff and couldn't find my sports bra
Got huffy with DH because he cleared out the spare room ( dumped it all in our room) and nearly gave up but thought sod it and did a 20 minute fast walk instead. I will search for my bra tomorrow.
Despite only walking I feel great Grin

EeTraceyluv · 30/07/2013 19:54

just keep going! When I first started in April I really badly injured my knee - think x ray and lots of crying - after my third run - so I bought 'proper' shoes, warmed up and cooled down properly and am now on wk 6; albeit after 9 weeks, but hey! I am still astonished that I can 'run'!!

EeTraceyluv · 30/07/2013 19:55

I know the editor of Womens Running

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cinnamongreyhound · 30/07/2013 20:49

Well done scarecrow22 and Judyandherdreamofhorses!

Welcome Shitsinger and JRock :)

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elliemummaroos · 30/07/2013 21:00

Will keep you updated about taking DD with me! I was supposed to do w1r2 tonight but only just had dinner and its getting dark! My gym closes at 11 so I could always go use the treadmill. Don't want to miss my second run!!

Bakingtins · 30/07/2013 21:27

Well done Scarecrow !

nextphase · 30/07/2013 21:29

Well done Judy
I also pushed myself this evening, and covered 4.5km in the 30 mins (5.8 in 41 Shock ) well chuffed with myself. Not sure I'm going to be able to make it to the full 5km tho. Its a step up from the 4.1 I was covering tho.
Bit of a hare and tortoise trip - had to slow down to a walk a couple of times, but didn't stop.

Hair Memory slowly coming back. Was it you who did the N'cle RFL? If you live about 40 miles S, and want size 8 running shoes, DH has just upgraded his gum shoes. Nothing wrong with them, never been used outside, just lost the extra strong arch support he needs.

watchingout · 30/07/2013 21:46

Well done Judy and Scarecrow Grin
And hello to Shitsinger and JRock - you will find loads of inspiration and encouragement here!

I've signed up for parkrun Shock just choosing a nice flat course for the first one. If I go this Saturday, then I will have to adjust runs to Weds morning (tomorrow) then Thurs night in order to get a rest day in. Too optimistic? Scared I might be getting carried away with myself...

Dingle · 30/07/2013 22:01

Oh my, when will it get easier! Just completed week 8 and I looked like a glow worm for an hour or so afterwards!!Blush I had thought it was a little cooler tonight....before I started.

I pushed a little more, and managed to "run" at 5.1mph for 18mins, then reduced it to 5mph for the last 10 mins. I hit my 3.1 miles(5k) at 37.40mins.

Keep running ladies! xx

hairtwiddler · 30/07/2013 22:02

next yes I did do the RFL in Newcastle. I live in the city itself.
Thanks for the shoes offer, very kind! I'm a 6 though.
DH has just bought himself some trainers, he claims he's going to give c25k a go!

scarecrow22 · 30/07/2013 22:16

Thanks BakingTins. It was you I was thinking about in those last two minutes when I was thinking 'will it never end?'!

Welcome ShitSinger and JRocks - I feel like I was the new girl yesterday and the thread got me started and has kept me going. It's a great programme and a lovely bunch of women here - all of us Runners Grin Hope you enjoy it.

HairTwiddler - Cinnamon's suggestion reminds me: my feet re usually 6-6.5 (and narrow) but my running shoes are size 8 as fitted by our local Sweatshop, and few great. Will be interested if you crack this problem as numb feet a common problem for me too. Good luck.

DramaAlpaca · 30/07/2013 22:38

Well done scarecrow & Judy & hello to ShitSinger and JRocks.

I am utterly stunned. This evening I did W6R3, and not only did I run for 25 minutes non-stop with a one-minute speed up at the end, I actually enjoyed it and even found it quite easy!!

This is the woman who couldn't run a bath six weeks ago Grin.

I feel more pleased with myself tonight than I did after the 20 minute run at W5R3.

Bakingnovice · 30/07/2013 23:42

Well done to everyone who has hit a milestone. Did w8r2 today. Loved it. Realised 10 mins in that I felt good. Did a full 30 mins. Am sure the hot weather the last few weeks has made my runs harder. Today was cooler thank god! Does anyone else find that longer gaps between runs make the run harder? If I run every second day I feel fitter and run better than if I run every third day. But running every second day makes my knees and heels hurt. I really hope today's good easy run wasn't a fluke. Can't imagine being able to set off on a run feeling confident I can do it.

Dingle - I'm the same. Beetroot red for hours after. But my god, the feeling of that cold shower after a run is like nothing else!!

Bakingtins · 31/07/2013 08:01

PMSL at the thought of me being running inspiration for anyone, scarecrow ! Did w6r1 yesterday and it was harder than I expected. Just show how much of it is in your head, as soon as Laura says " just 60 seconds left" time s-t-r-e-t-c-h-e-s out.
I'm going to Camp Bestival this w/end. Not sure whether to take a break or take my running stuff. I'd only miss one run because I'll run tomorrow morning before I go (w6r2).

Bakingtins · 31/07/2013 08:02

Well done Judy and Dramaalpaca too!

DigWeedSow · 31/07/2013 09:48

Hello new runners and well done everyone, some fab goals being met!

I had a great run this morning, instead of my usual route I decided to run a much flatter route which I don't really like doing as it is alongside a busy road. I did however find it so much easier, to the point that when the 25 mins was up I carried on.......and ran a full 30 mins Grin I covered 4.9k so not quite 5k but not far off either.

Bakingtins I'm going on holiday next week and having the same dilemma about taking running stuff, I don't want to take a break but I'm not sure about running on my own in unfamiliar surroundings.

DigWeedSow · 31/07/2013 09:52

Oh and Tina funnily enough I called into town yesterday and bought Women's Running too, my first ever running magazine Grin

elliemummaroos · 31/07/2013 11:02

Just back from w1r2! I feel v sweaty but amazing! I did end up taking dd with me. She had her scooter. I ended up changing from my planned route and ran back and forth on a concrete path in the park for part of it so she could scoot easier but it didn't matter. I did. 2.94km in 30mins 40secs. Obviously most of it was walking. I'm keen to see the improvements each run! My dd was mocking me when I was walking, even offering to show me how to run instead of walk! Such a charmer! Feeling amazing although never run earlier in the day so not sure if I will seize up when I go to london in an hour or actually keepin moving will keep me loose?! Can't wait til I'm on the later weeks like most of you are! Such an inspiration! My first thought when I completed it was to come on here and share! Ellie xXx

trickydickie · 31/07/2013 11:05

Welcome to all new comers. Hope you have all managed out.

I think I managed the 25 min jog last night. Realised after 4 mins that dh had set my ipod to w6r2. Anyhow jogged the whole route I usually walk/jog so am pretty sure it was 25 mins. When I got back home I had to sit on my outside step drinking water to cool down Blush. I am back out on Thur so will make sure ipod set correctly (to w7r1) as really want to know if I managed the 25 mins last night. I am sore today.

Digweed -I am desperate to jog on the flat. Though so use to my up and down runs now. Well done on getting to just about 5k.

Baking- like you my knee's and shins are grateful for a 2 day rest but I feel the jogs are easier if I do them every second day.

I jog so slowly. Barely more than a walk. Could someone remind the name of the app's I can download that will tell me what distance I am covering? Thanks.

Drama and Baking - fantastic you are enjoying jogging now. Not sure I will ever get there. I find it so hard but will keep going.

elliemummaroos · 31/07/2013 11:08

I use a nike+ app. It's free and you can set it to miles or km and it maps your route. You can click to see the km markers too and set challenges. I love it! Ellie xXx

trickydickie · 31/07/2013 11:08

Well done Ellie, that was great it worked out doing it with your daughter.

If I could work out a way to take my kids with me then I would have no excuses for ever missing a run.

It will take no time to go up the weeks.

EeTraceyluv · 31/07/2013 11:12

Now I'm going to have to buy Womens Running! Is it worth it??