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Want to join me in a Couch to 5K support thread?

post #1 of 90
3/26/12 at 8:26am
Thread Starter 

I just (as in 10 minutes ago) started the Couch to 5K program.  I've done it in the past (before having kids) and it was a great way to get me to become a regular (though begrudging) runner.  I'm totally out of shape now but began the program again today.  It's an 8-9 week program that slowly builds up to running 5K. 

 

You can see the details at http://www.c25k.com/

 

Anyone want to join in and offer support?

 

Parsley - started 3/26 - finished Week 2!

Sunsetdancer - started ?

Adaline'sMama - started 3/28

Mommy22IN-

Lookattreestar -

Dantesmama - started 3/26- finished Week 1!

AllisonRose - started 4/2 - finished Week 1!

4Marmalade - started ? - finished Week 1!

 


Edited by parsley - 4/12/12 at 6:57am

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post #2 of 90
3/28/12 at 9:59am

I really want to do this again.  I did it a few years ago but have since had two more kids and need to get back into it. I was looking for the Robert Ullery podcast, but can't seem to find a good track for Week 4.  It only downloads about two minutes of it.  Anyone know where I can find that?  Everywhere I've tried has just linked me back to the first site I found (the one listed above) where it won't download correctly.  The other weeks download fine.  I've tried it a few times and will try it once more.

post #3 of 90
3/28/12 at 10:09am
I'm going to start today too. I just downloaded an app that will help me keep track of it and now Im just waiting for DD to take her nap so I can run. Unfortunately, I am going to have to do it either in the house or in my yard. I dont mind doing it in the yard (2 acres), but there are some holes that I want DH to fill in first so I dont break an ankle. So, today will be w1day1 for me. Im a little nervous, because Ive never liked running and I have gigantic boobs and cant really afford an expensive sports bra right now. But, Im one of those people that likes to act like I cant exercise unless I have all the right "gear" (you know, a good bra, good running shoes, sunglasses that wont slip off while Im running, shorts that fit well but wont make me chaffed, ect) and its just a list of excuses to justify me sitting on my ass because I hate exercising. SO, Im going to start!
post #4 of 90
3/28/12 at 10:22am

I've looked at it and plan on starting next week when I'm on break from school and go from there.  Taht way I have someone who can watch my kids while I run and hopefully by the end fo the week I'll have my double storller so I can keep going with my kids once I go back to work.

post #5 of 90
3/28/12 at 11:00am


lol i am the same way bag.gif i have never done this before, but i want to try...

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Originally Posted by Adaline'sMama View Post

I'm going to start today too. I just downloaded an app that will help me keep track of it and now Im just waiting for DD to take her nap so I can run. Unfortunately, I am going to have to do it either in the house or in my yard. I dont mind doing it in the yard (2 acres), but there are some holes that I want DH to fill in first so I dont break an ankle. So, today will be w1day1 for me. Im a little nervous, because Ive never liked running and I have gigantic boobs and cant really afford an expensive sports bra right now. But, Im one of those people that likes to act like I cant exercise unless I have all the right "gear" (you know, a good bra, good running shoes, sunglasses that wont slip off while Im running, shorts that fit well but wont make me chaffed, ect) and its just a list of excuses to justify me sitting on my ass because I hate exercising. SO, Im going to start!


 

post #6 of 90
3/28/12 at 12:52pm
Whew! I did it. w1d1 complete! The app I got is really helpful. I like that you can access itunes through it, so I can listen to music and then the nice lady comes on and tells me to walk or run. I was at my worst at 18-23 minutes, feeling like my calves were going to explode, but then got a second wind and the last part of the workout was easier for me. I did do it outside, I just kind of made myself a visual track around the yard ran the entire thing 12 times. I noticed so many weeds and paint that is peeling off the house. So, its three days a week right? Are you supposed to do every other day? Today is Wed, so should I strive for Fri and Sun and then Tue Thurs Sat? Or does it really matter? Im going to be in the city Fri, so it would be easier for me to do it on Sat.
post #7 of 90
3/28/12 at 5:58pm
I'll join. I just did week 1 day 2 today. Day 1 nearly killed me but today was substantially easier. I also felt I had to have all the "gear" before I started, so I hit up a good Kohls sale last week.

I'm using the RunDouble c25k app and listening to my own music in the background. Music makes all the difference!
post #8 of 90
3/29/12 at 9:31am
Thread Starter 

I did w1d2 yesterday.  I'm also using an Ipod app-- http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/couch-to-5k/id448474423?mt=8.  It really helped.  When I did this 6 years ago I had to use a stopwatch and remember how many repetitions I did.  That made me focus on too much on how much I had to do and not relax at all.  I find that the only way I like to run is when I can space out a bit.  I also decided to include the songs on my playlist that I never get to hear... meaning no kids music for one!

 

I hadn't really run or exercised in any focused way ever since I got pregnant with DD1.  Before that I used to play tennis for fun and run because I found it was the most efficient way to keep my weight under control.  I never really loved running but I loved the pride of having gone for a run. 

 

As for gear, I use a serious reward system for myself.  Once I've completed week 2, I can go buy some new piece of gear for myself.  It will probably be fancy shorts as I have a serious chub rub tendency! 

 

Glad to have some company...  I'll make a list of us at the top. 

post #9 of 90
3/29/12 at 9:33am
Thread Starter 

Oh and I found day 2 much harder than day 1. I'm a little scared of tomorrow!

post #10 of 90
3/29/12 at 9:47am
I am rewarding myself with a double jogging stroller if I complete all 8 weeks in 8 weeks. If I know I can run 3 miles, I can justify getting a stroller for both kids and going. About three miles away there is a track where I could take DD to play on the playground and then strap her in the jogging stroller with DS and run around the track. Its a 1/2 mile track, so 9 circles would be three miles. That has to be better on my ankles than running through grass that needs to be mowed.
post #11 of 90
3/31/12 at 2:03pm
I just finished my first week! I'll be starting week 2 tomorrow.

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post #12 of 90
3/31/12 at 4:48pm
Awesome! Good job, I hope to be there on Monday smile.gif
post #13 of 90
4/1/12 at 8:19am
Thread Starter 

Awesome, Dantesmama!

 

I finished Week 1 today! 

 

It was really hard getting time on the weekend so I'm going to try and stick with a M/W/F schedule.  So I'm starting Week 2 tomorrow.

 

I also really need an armband for my IPOD.  Any suggestions?

post #14 of 90
4/1/12 at 7:18pm

Thanks! I'm surprised that my body adapted so quickly. The first day I was pretty sure I was going to die, but yesterday I even added a few extra running intervals after I had technically finished. I didn't start week 2 today, though, because it was alternately raining and hailing all day.

 

Parsley, great job! I don't have an armband, but I use this to hold my phone and car key while I run. I love it so far - you can't even tell I'm wearing it.

post #15 of 90
4/1/12 at 7:48pm

I'm in! I was thinking about starting this next week or the week after then decided what am I waiting for? I claimed I was giving myself time to get used to walking on the treadmill (I get my workouts in at a gym with childcare) but really my body is 100% capable of walking for 30 minutes. So tomorrow will be W1D1 for me.

 

I am thinking of actually running a 5K to have the satisfaction of proving to myself that I can do this. June 3rd (which would be cutting it close) there is a 5K in my town and July 4th there is one in the next town over. I'm going to give myself till the end of April and then sign up for one (the June one has early registration through the 30th).

post #16 of 90
4/2/12 at 8:59am

W1D1 done! One of the links I came across while looking at the program said to jog as slow as possible. I did that and I think that made a difference. It was a speed at which I probably could have walked if I had preferred but I did the 30 minutes and then tacked on some extra walking time at the end to burn some extra calories. Feeling great now!

post #17 of 90
4/2/12 at 9:58am
Thread Starter 

Congrats on starting, AllisonRose.  I think that knowing you can jog as slowly as you need to is key for making it work.  Years ago a phys ed teacher friend reminded me that instead of stopping I could always slow down; somehow it was a revelation!  And totally the key to any athletic success I've ever had :)

 

W2D1 done today.  I was poised to do another running interval and then the "trainer" said it was time for a cool down! I take that as a good sign.

post #18 of 90
4/3/12 at 7:04am

AllisonRose, yay for starting! Everything I've read about running emphasizes going slow at first. Once you build up the endurance, you can start working on speed.

 

Parsley, great job starting week 2! I haven't managed to do w2d1 yet between the weather and sick kids. I'd like to squeeze it in tonight if it's not too dark after the kids' swimming lessons.

post #19 of 90
4/3/12 at 8:20am
w2d1 is tomorrow. Im glad to start running a little more. That third day, it was pretty easy for me and I actually was running through some of my cool down time.
post #20 of 90
4/3/12 at 9:51am
Feeling good today. I was telling my hubby last night about starting the program and having a good workout. He told me to let him know when I can run a mile and a half straight because then he will have to start working out again because he "has always been a better runner than" me. Later on I thought I should have pointed out that I have always been able to beat him in a sprint.

But it gives me another reason to continue if his pride will push him to get into better shape.
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