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Half way point Cto5K...anyone else or advice?

DivaSTating18 — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 13:13:25 GMT

I am beginning the half way point of the Couch to 5K program and I cannot believe how much I have grown as a runner. Is anyone else doing this program and at the halfway point? Also does anyone have any advice for me at this point on how I can improve or things to look out for?

The last couple of weeks have had to extended the week to master the program and I am fine with that.

C25k starting next week 11/16- who's in?

TAloha19 — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 20:25:58 GMT

Ok, a little background on myself. I'm 28 (well, I will be in a couple of days), mother to a 2 year old, and about 40lbs. overweight. I have never been an athlete, and definately not a runner. I started the c25k program last summer, but living in Southern California, the heat killed me, and I quit. I had already signed up for a 5k mud run this past September, and it kicked my butt! But, it also made me realize how out of shape I am, and how badly I want to be in shape. SO... now that the weather has started cooling off, I thought I'd give it another go!

Anyone want to start it with me next week? I'm shooting form a M-W-F training schedule, but since my work schedule varies, it might move around a little bit.

Also, anyone who knows of any easy hikes or trails in Southern California, I'm definately open to suggestions to keep it fun!

200+lb One Hour Runner runners.. Nov 23-Nov 29

ovenfried — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 18:48:07 GMT

Hello!

This is a brand new thread for folks over or around 200 lbs who are participating in the One Hour Runner training program. Most of us have recently graduated from Couch-to-5K and have moved on to another program to continue our improving fitness!

Here is a link to the schedule for One Hour Runner training. It's actually a blog that someone has up, but it's a good one. If there are other sites about One Hour Runner that you like, post them here!

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Personally I just finished C25K yesterday, so today is my off-day before starting it tomorrow.

Welcome!

727s Flying On

SassafrassaGSO — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 13:13:55 GMT

Good Morning 727s! And welcome to our Graduation Thread! I hope that this group can continue to inspire and motivate each other to reach new goals in our running future. I'm excited by all the possiblities. I will be posting a link to this new thread on our C25K thread, so that anyone who wishes to stay with the group should be able to find us. Sorry I didn't get this up earlier...but I just got back from my run.

OCNic--How did your last run of the program go? Do you have a graduation event coming up?

Fishsuit--Glad you're back! Congratulations on finishing up the program, and good luck on your upcoming 5K event.

Monica--Down from your runner's high yet?

I did a 3.1 mile run this morning in about 37:45. Slow. Wonderful weather this morning~~mid 50s and sunny~~very low humidity. With such lovely temperatures I should have run fasterbut I am recovering from weekend warrior syndrome, so I don't feel too bad about it. (My sweetie is a maniac, and he took me on an advanced ride up in Caswell County NC. It was gorgeous, but there were some seriously long grades to climb. Talk about sucking wind!! Good aerobic trainingmaybe the hills will get easier.) The run itself felt pretty good, but my knees and quads were really twingy from that tough bike ride yesterday. Once they warmed up they felt fine, but when I first started I doubted I could run the full 3 miles on my schedule for this morning.

Okay--question to start off our new thread. Where is everybody going from here? Are you going to continue training? If so, have you decided on a plan or event to keep you motivated? I've decided to do the Hal Higdon Novice 10K training next, and do a few events over the coming months. I haven't signed up for any other than the Gobbler on Thanksgiving, but I'm scoping them out. Then, depending on my knees, I am looking at a half marathon for next fall. Past that, I don't even want to think about! Full marathon? That scares the dickens out of me. Could I possibly run for that long??

I'm going to DC this week, but will be running my miles there. I just won't be able to post again till Friday, unless I can figure out how to log in from my Blackberry. Have terrific runs this week, ya'll. Let's keep flying low and slow!

Sara

5K in 9 Weeks Start 11/1

paygirl — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 18:19:56 GMT

Hi, My name is Tanya I am 42 and a newbie to running. I am going to start my training for a 5k on November 1, 2009 and run a 5k on January 1, 2010.

Would anyone like to join me?

What to wear for a cold rainy race?

haair — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 16:40:53 GMT

I'm running my second 5k race tomorrow and need clothing advise. I was planning on wearing a dri-fit shirt with a long sleeve t-shirt and a wind breaker, gloves and a hat. Now they are calling for a mix of snow and rain should I wear another type of layer or just bring a change of clothes. I have been running in temperatures in the 40's with a t-shirt and have been fine. I'm worried (since I haven't ran in the rain this cold) that the wetness will make it seem extra cold. Any advice would be helpful, Thanks

W1D1 October 17 or 18- who's beginning?

beachbum46 — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 02:57:35 GMT

I'm back after a year and a half. This is my second attempt at becoming a RUNNER. This forum is the only way I finished the program last time, and with the help of the group, we encouraged each other and held each other accountable to finish each and every run and it made all the difference in the world. Unfortunately I stopped after completing the program. I need to try it again. Anyone else?? I KNOW it works!!

200 lbs+ Nov 16th-Nov 22nd

GoRunIrish — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 13:03:14 GMT

Welcome back everyone to another week of inspiration and support for the hefty runner!!

If you are overweight and wanting to do something really great for YOURSELF, my cyber friend, you have arrived!!

We share stories, support and well qualified advice from people with real weight struggle and weight loss success.

So chime in, won't you? We love our die-hards and our newbies!

HAPPY RUNNING!!

Starting C25k this weekend 10/24 or 10/25/09. Anyone want to join me?

ck38 — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 18:59:01 GMT

Hi,

I'm looking to start the C25k program this weekend. I'd love to have others participate with me. I tried running on my own before and gave up. I'm hoping this time I can stick with it, especially if I've got others doing it with me. Anyone interested in starting with me or who has just recently started/getting ready to?

200lbs+ C25K Nov. 23-29

AFatManRunning — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 06:32:36 GMT

Hello one and all--those currently and formerly 200lbs+. Most in this thread are following (or at least started with) the Couch to 5k Running Program from Coolrunning.com. There's a set of podcasts that was recorded to let you listed to audible cues to guide you through the program. If you have an mp3 player, it is easier than carrying a watch or watching a clock. A lot of people download them to their iPods. If you need them in actual mp3 format, you'll find a link at the top of the page.

We use these weekly threads to keep up with each other, and to encourage each other. If you've been following these threads for a while, please chime in.