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Re: C25K starting 1/5/09

DMBfan4evR — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 22:45:43 GMT

It would appear as though we have all abandoned this thread. Well, if anyone happens to stumble upon this, I have had a wonderful running season. I have done a 5K, a four mile race and two five mile races. In a few weeks, I will be doing my first Half-marathon! To think that at the beginning of the year, I was hardly able to run one block, now I'm about to do 13 MILES! I hope everyone else is doing well in their running persuits.

Re: C25K starting 1/5/09

jnuak — Tue, 26 May 2009 05:23:11 GMT

hearme: I do yoga on my off days. It's not for everyone but it seems to be helping me prevent injuries. I gave up running before because of hip pain and have had no such problems this time.I recently got a yoga for abs video and it's great!

I've read recently about how much core exercises will help, especially if you have back problems. I think any type of weight lifting will be a benefit. Have you talked to a trainer?

Re: C25K starting 1/5/09

ImaHuffin — Tue, 26 May 2009 00:35:32 GMT

I have started and stopped this C25K program so many times it makes me sick, but I have started again. I had back surgery 6 years ago and it seems when I get in the 4-5th week, I get a flare up in my back and can't do anything short of holding down the couch. In the past, I tried to run everyday, so this time, being that I'm 41 and prone to injuries, I will run every other day. I have put on 50lbs since my back surgery (crept on <10lbs a yr), and I want to get it off, and I want to remain healthy. Many of my friends have high cholesterol, high blood pressure and/or diabetes, and I don't want to have those issues. Being heavy is also a stuggle when trying to run. It's not easy hauling this trunk around, but by gosh, I do my best.

One thing I do to pass the time when I run is I run in different places. If I run near where I live, I try to take different routes. If I have time, like on the weekends, I go to a different neighborhood, usually near the beach, so I can look at big houses and beautiful yards. It definitely helps pass the time. I usually will linger for a long walk after I finish my run and just enjoy the scenery. I think it helps me acclimate to the heat as well.

I have a question: for those of you running every other day, are you doing any form of exercise the days you don't run. I feel like I should exercise everyday (cycle, gym, walk), but I don't know if this attributes to my injuries. Thoughts or ideas?

Re: C25K starting 1/5/09

jnuak — Tue, 26 May 2009 00:11:25 GMT

I did my first 5 mile run on Friday in 51:47 (average 5.8 mph). I'm really pleased about being able to run that distance without stopping! I can recall finishing the C25K running 5.7 mph for about 34 minutes to feeling like I was going to die when I finished. It's nice to know I am so much stronger now.

Re: C25K starting 1/5/09

DMBfan4evR — Mon, 25 May 2009 23:46:27 GMT

Well, I did my race today and ended up with a time of 40:47. I came in 20th of 29 in men and 6th of 11 in my age group. So I got a shirt and a sixth place ribbon for my efforts. My legs are a little sore but it was well worth it. I had fun.

Re: C25K starting 1/5/09

DMBfan4evR — Sun, 24 May 2009 16:05:23 GMT

Tomorrow (5/25) I get to run my first race. I must have looked at the website wrong because I thought I signed up for a 5K--turns out it is a 5 MILE! Well, I've only run five or more miles twice in my life; That was last Thursday (six miles) and the Thursday before (five miles). I know I can do it and I'm not all that concerned with time. I run about 9:30 - 9:26 per mile so it'll take me about 47 minutes. I've got runs scheduled for one per month this season. I would like to do more next season and maybe even a half-marathon. A marathon in five years is my goal. Maybe I can find one to run in fall on my 40th B-day! That would be one memorable B-day for sure.

Re: C25K starting 1/5/09

kfmal — Sat, 23 May 2009 21:31:24 GMT

Hello, are you still there? I ran my third 5K today. Once again it was cold and sprinkled, but didn't rain hard. I had a friend in the race with me this time. She runs faster than me so I was constantly trying to keep up. I really got tired out and had to do some walking. Then I would try to catch up to her again. With all of her encouragement and running faster than I have been doing on my own my time was a little over 32 minutes. That is the best I've ever done. That is about two minutes faster than I ran two weeks ago. I came in first in my age group today. Don't get too excited, I was the only one in my age group. I took the medal anyway. I have no shame. Keep running.

Karen

Re: C25K starting 1/5/09

SuperGsMomCan — Sun, 17 May 2009 12:22:04 GMT

Wow! You guys are doing awesome! Way to go

I guess today I'll find out how much I really like to run in the rain. 5K @ 10 am this morning... .. unfortunately I took my 4 year old to a b-day party @ one of those moon bounce places yesterday- the parents decided to "race" the obstacle course- we're rediculous, I know- and I wound up landing wrong and did a number on my back. We'll see how much the advil loves me.... Other than that I'm feeling much more prepared to run than I was last July when 3 miles was not do-able. My time then was 39:40 or so w/ walking or running.

Re: C25K starting 1/5/09

jnuak — Sun, 17 May 2009 04:37:14 GMT

Nice job, elibry! I did a 5K today, too. My time was 31:58. On Wednesday I did 3 miles in 29:07 on a route I'm familiar with that's not too hilly. I find that when I do a new route I go slower because I'm not sure how to pace myself for what's coming up. The race route had some good hills on it and was a bit windy. I spoke to a woman I know- a regular runner- who said her typical 5K is about 24 minutes and today her time was about 25:30 so I wasn't feeling too bad about my time. I got a major boost when another woman finished shortly after me and she said, "You had a great pace! I followed you the whole time!"

So, I guess with races ask around and see how others did compared to their regular or fast run time. It might give you a better perspective on how you did. I'm also finding races to be so fun for the camraderie. Whether you're fast or slow people are cheering you on and happy you're there. Around here everyone applaudes your effort!

Re: C25K starting 1/5/09

elibry — Sun, 17 May 2009 01:59:28 GMT

Just completed my first "official" 5K today. I wanted to finish in 36 minutes, but did it in 33....

Well, the program worked....I plan on running 3 more through October...and then we will see...

Good Luck Everyone!!!!