C25k - Page 2

[Shantimama]

I have asthma and some knee issues and C25K was a huge help for me. I realized that when I go at my own pace and think I am pacing running and walking well I actually push myself much harder than C25K does. On my own I run longer and more often in a 30 minute run than when I follow the program. I actually felt like I wasn't doing much of anything the first few weeks with C25K until I realized that the running I was doing was pain and asthma free!

[Motivated Mama]

I've been biking, lifting and jogging this week. The biking and lifting warms me up for the treadmill. Yesterday, I did the alternating jogging and walking, although my intervals were a little off. Today, I tried to, but DH called me in the middle of my workout and told me I had to get home with the car for a ds appt that I forgot about! I think I will call this coming week Week 1.

[LCBMAX]

Do any of you use the c25k ipod apps? Which one/s do you like, and why?

Also, silly but important - how do you carry your ipod? jacket pocket? in hand?

Motivating to start tomorrow.

[CathToria]

lurking for the fave ipod casts... i need to start C25H again

[Motivated Mama]

Week 3 for me
I keep my iphone in my pocket or it sits in the cup holder of the treadmill. I had a case and clip, but it broke.

[shelley4]

i plan on starting c25k tomorrow.  i'm excited... and scared, lol.

[woodchick]

Originally Posted by shelley4 

i plan on starting c25k tomorrow.  i'm excited... and scared, lol.

I just did the first day today!  It was tough for me, but not horrible.  I am not a runner. at. all.  I like having someone else tell me what to do and when to stop.  I did another 25mins of cardio on the elliptical afterwards, so I guess it wasn't killer :)

Good luck!

[shelley4]

so i just finished week 1, day 1!!!!  and it wasn't nearly as bad as i was expecting, i was able to complete it all, yea me!   i did an extra 10 mins of walking afterwards.i plan on doing this on tues/thurs/sun, i hope day 2 is just as good!

[woodchick]

Nice job! 

I did some elliptical and some walking on the treadmill today.  Tomorrow I tackle day 2!

[LCBMAX]

Tues/ Thurs/ Sun for me too, and this was w1d2 - still alive. I went with the Felt Tip/ Kwok and Searles app, realizing that the choice was not such a big deal at $3. Husband has joined me for the first 2, so my next real test of commitment will come when he doesn't go along with me.

Still wish I had a less jouncy pocket for my ipod touch.... maybe I'll have to make one!

[Motivated Mama]

I just finished week 3 and plan to start week 4 on Sunday. I've been biking a lot and doing some weight training as well. The last time I was really a runner was 10 years and 75 pounds ago, so I'm not a "runner" anymore, but I will be!! Today, I did something a little different. During the "walks", I shuffle-jogged at a 4mph pace. The walking was really hurting my knees and shins, but the shuffle seems to do me well. I think I will continue with this. I'm doing my runs at a 6mph pace, for now.

[woodchick]

Originally Posted by LCBMAX 

Still wish I had a less jouncy pocket for my ipod touch.... maybe I'll have to make one!

I don't use an iPod normally, but I've been using DH's to listen to the C25K podcast.  I have no pockets so I put the pod on the treadmill. The cord swung so much that the earbuds kept popping out of my ears.  Today I stuck the pod inside the strap of my sports bra. Worked pretty well :)

[Motivated Mama]

I wear the old-fashioned headphones. I can't keep those ear things in when I'm not running...

[shelley4]

did w1d2 yesterday, still feeling good.. yea!

[woodchick]

Today was w2d1.  The last two running bits were t.o.u.g.h. Tough.  I suspect it won't be as bad on Wednesday!

[shelley4]

my w2d1 is tomorrow... fingers crossed, lol.

[maddymama]

I just finished W1D2 today. The minute jog/runs seem to go by quickly. The walking intervals inbetween are great. I end up finishing a bit farther from home both days (weird jogging trail near my house) so I've walked an extra 5-10 minutes afterwards to get home. I've downloaded a free mp3 podcast (ullrey?) to listen to. Not crazy about the music, but I love the audio cues for running and walking. My big problem is that I hate pushing the jogging stroller while I am working out, but have to do so to train. Keep me motivated! ~maddymama

[shelley4]

did w2d1 today.  felt great, only had to push myself through the last running interval.   hoping that will get easier by the end of the week!

[LCBMAX]

Was supposed to do w2d1 on sunday, but I thought I was getting sick and it was soooo cold out. Nope, not sick - getting my period, so that was my excuse for not getting going on monday. But I DID do it today, so back on track.

I didn't find it as easy as you others who have reported back in, but I could totally do it, and still enjoyed it. So I'm still in. My knees definitely feel the work, but I know that losing weight will help with that, so this rhythm/ interval gradual work is best for me.

Curious:

does anyone else here take exercise breaks on day 1 of period?

is anyone else here over 40? (I'm 43)

is anyone else here wanting to lose more than 15 pounds? (I'm going for 20 - 25)

I must say that when I felt lazy before the workout today, I came here and read the recent posts and got inspired. Thanks!

[woodchick]

Originally Posted by LCBMAX 

Curious:

does anyone else here take exercise breaks on day 1 of period?

is anyone else here over 40? (I'm 43)

is anyone else here wanting to lose more than 15 pounds? (I'm going for 20 - 25)

I must say that when I felt lazy before the workout today, I came here and read the recent posts and got inspired. Thanks!

Last Wednesday was the first day of my period, but I didn't know it until after I got home from the gym (I go at 6am). I might not have been so motivated later in the day. 

I'm 32... and I have way more than 15 lbs to lose.  I'm looking at 50 at least.  But I'm not so focused on the numbers. I just want my clothes to fit :)