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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!

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.

Starting C25k tomorrow 9/29. Anyone want to Join?

Tika417 — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 16:34:09 GMT

I've never been a good runner, so I feel this is a good way to start! I'm going to do my workouts on Tuesday, Thursdays, and Saturdays. If anyone is starting, or not too far along lets stay in touch

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?

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!!

Completed C25K - Anyone want to try going from 5K to 10K?

shosho27 — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 17:15:39 GMT

Just finished C25K and am motivated to keep going. Still pretty slow at 12 minutes / mile, but I want to get more distance instead of speed at the 5K level. Thinking about this plan: http://www.halhigdon.com/10ktraining/10knovice.htm

Anyone want to join me in this? Running my first 5K race on Sunday and then was planning to start this plan on Tuesday next week.

Are you over fifty and doing the C25k?

disneygal2 — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 19:55:43 GMT

I am.. tomorrow is my 53 birthday. Activity keeps us young and enjoying life. I play in several tennis leagues and am very active in a hiking club. I recently walked the Disneyland 1/2 marathon. It was very fun and inspiring. BUT my time was 3:30 and in my age group I was in the bottom quarter. Now I realize that many my (our) age wouldn't even attempt such a thing.. still it motivates me to do better next year. That brings me here to C25K. I thought it might be fun to have a thread for us fabulous fifties and above! Care to join?

Jess

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!

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!!

First 5K is tomorrow... Any last minute advice?

tatiper — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 13:40:40 GMT

Hi guys!

I am so happy for this forum and the wonderful group of people I found here... I got answers to my rookie questions by reading other people's threads and learned from their experience. For someone who doesn't know any other runners, this is a lifesaver.

After a failed attempt at the c25k program last year, I was able to complete it a few weeks ago and have been building up my mileage in preparation for my first 5K, which will be tomorrow. I did about 4 three mile+ runs so far, and I'm happy to say that I didn't even get any leg pain after my last one. My last running day was Monday, so I will have 2 full days of rest before the run tomorrow. I bought some new warmer workout clothes (really hard to find warm running pants when you're only 5 feet tall!) and got a new pair of running shoes, which I tested on Monday with great results.

I've been running on roads outside, usually in the morning, so I think I'll be prepare to handle whatever weather we have tomorrow here in Mass. Besides that, I just have to figure out what to have for breakfast tomorrow, how early I should get there, and what to do as far as warming up. I was hoping to get advice from the pros... I usually don't eat anything before my runs since I go very early. I'm afraid to throw my body off by eating but also scared of passing out if I don't eat anything. This run starts at 8:30, which is about 2 hours later than my usual.

What about warming up? I read somewhere that you should do about 1 mile of running, then stretch before the actual run begins. Is that true? How do I know if I can handle a total of 4 miles, which would be more than I ever did in training?

Any input will be great appreciated, so thanks in advance!