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

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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

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hi, I've just done w5r2. The next run is 20 mins!!!!!!! how on earth? serious wobble here. it sounds such a long time.

I have also been using map my run and im only getting as far as 3.6k in over the course of a podcast. Am I just terribly slow?

Week 2 run 2 done.
Initially I thought I would never leave the house because I'm so big. However, I am now thinking, well, maybe when I've lost a bit more weight or my shape changes a little. Anyway, I'm currently running indoors, barefoot on a treadmill. I get so hot and sweaty and that too is an incentive to go outside. Is anyone able to recommend some (reasonably priced) trainers for if/when I venture out of the back door?
Thank you.

nearlyreadytopop - you will manage it, honestly! It's all in your mind. And you will feel fantastic when you have achieved it.

I wouldn't worry about your speed at this stage. Just focus on the programme.

Right I have now done all three of the Cto5K plus podcasts. Stepping stones is now a doddle (not really!), speed one is OK, but the stamina one!!! OMG! Nearly killed me but I did it. I must run really slowly though because even with a higher BPM for 35 mins I could only manage just over 5k. But I am measuring it out on google maps so I might be a bit inaccurate

Been missing running so....JUST JOINED A GYM!!

Off to do my first quick induction. Wish me luck!

Dawndonnagain - please don't run barefoot. You need support and cushioning. You will hurt yourself. Any pair of trainers would be better than barefoot.

You can get properly analysed regarding gait /pronation etc. or you can just go to a sports direct and ask there. They usually have some on offer.

I think I remember from up thread that you are a size 20? I am too. Ad I run outdoors! Whenever I pass anyone they generally just say hello.

Hi Orm! Shame we are not closer - we could run together. Although I am only on week 3!

want to do park run tomorrow as my graduation run was so disappointing - will be my moment to say " I did that" - and only five months after they cut through nine layers of my belly and took a child out. But I feel anxious about it now

Scarecrow - remember how anxious you felt at the start of the programme?!

Go for it - you'll be fine. And you feel GREAT after. Brilliant start to the weekend

I actually feel sick with nerves

Go on, Scarecrow! I'm cheering you on

Are you back yet?!

Thanks watching and Lizzie. I'm back and v pleased I did it. Hopefully I won't be so nervous in future. Was more stressed also because DH insisted on driving with DC in case DS was howling for a feed (bf) and so we left late and I was packing nappy bags etc... Then i arrived and there were c 1000 runners (yes, thousand!) and i was about 8th from the back! I managed to keep it steady and made my way to c half way up field by end. It was an amazing sight at the start, runners 20 abreast spread out over a good half km.

There were two women at least in mid 50s, possibly early 60s, wearing 250 Park Run tops. I am in awe!

Well done nearlyreadytopop, take w5r3 steady and you'll be fine.

Dawndonnaagain you can get your gait analysed in a running shop or sweatshop but it doesn't mean you have to buy from then can then go online and see what offers you can find on the right model. When I started I found a video and article about how to tell if you over or under pronate or are a neutral runner and which model of each brand suited that type of running and bought online. When I got my most recent pair the guy in the shop said I was spot on with shoe choice.

Yay, go scarecrow22!! That's a big parkrun! We had 41 today and some 100 park run t-shirt wearers.

I was 5seconds off my pb again today but really didn't enjoy it at all :(. Think since running longer distances I don't like the feeling of pushing myself the whole time. I did it without music as I'm trying to run without to prepare for my half marathon where I'm not allowed.

I did it!!! thank you for the encouragement.

feeling very happy with myself.

can we discuss underwear?? good running bras for large of nork ladies?

I exaggerated: there were 803 runners. Or, simply, a lot. Was 482nd

nearlyready in Sweatshop today I saw one of the staff had a badge saying she was trained in fitting sports bras. I am large - usually Dish, currently J , and feel v strongly best fit bra second only in importance to right shoes. Really worth it. m&s rubbish at fitting in my experience.

nearlyready, I wear a Shock Absorber, was fitted in Bravissimo. I'm 34FF and it keeps everything in place. It's not very comfortable to wear for a long time before the run though (sometimes I put mine on first thing if I know I'll be running in the morning).

Anyway, back to me . I pulled a muscle in my calf on my W2R3 . I'm not in too much pain, feels sore rather than painful, but I had to cut my run short and now won't be able to run until it's better. How long should it take? Days? Weeks?

I too run in a shock absorber, from these guys

There were a couple of Q from recent graduates (sorry, not been on for a while). I've dropped to running once a week now. One swim, one exercise class, and one run. I landed the C25k+ stamina first, and yes, it killed me. Stepping stones is nearly licked. Tried speed for the first time last night, and it was reasonably easy - I didn't realise how short it was, so ran my way through the cool down, and then did a 5(7) min walk to get home.
might have to pluck up the courage to try stamina again...

I started this when it was warm. Been running in 3/4 running tights and a vest style top. It was a bit chilly last night. Do you layer up, or just buy a long sleeved running top?

Scarecrow - did you go to Sweatshop with your newly earned discount voucher?!

Well done scarecrow you finished about half way. Did you have fun?That's a very busy parkrun. My local parkrun had 180 runners - I was 98th in a little over 28mins. DS struggled a bit today but still enjoyed himself, must be the post-run hot chocolate he gets.
nextphase I'm now wearing long sleeved tops on an evening run. I'll add a vest when it gets cooler and then a high visibility vest and gloves in winter.

Well done nearlyreadytopop. I remember completing that session and beginning to feel like a runner. It's a good achievement.

Sorry you didn't enjoy your run cinnamon. When is your half-marathon?

Hi everyone, I'm finally back running again after over a week off with a nasty, chesty cough.

I think the break did me good. I decided to do my come-back run on the treadmill (I had only a short window of time to get it done yesterday) and it was great. I ran for 35 minutes (my longest run so far) at a faster speed than I've done before, and covered 5K in my workout for the first time. So I'm well pleased.

BIWI just seen you've graduated - congratulations! And well done scarecrow on your Park Run.

nearlyready I've just invested in a Shock Absorber (after my boobs shrunk from losing weight from running ) and I'm very happy with it. Nothing moves! Well done on the 20 minutes, btw!

watching I did go to sweatshop, yes. But what discount voucher??! I would dearly have loved one as bought new shoes Had gait analysed after 7 Yeats and 2 kids and it is different (had been told this is not uncommon post dc)

drama glad you are better. Great run. Sounds like your body needed rest