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ritchierd Amateur
ritchierd
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Jul 12, 2011 2:46 PM

Running bug!

Running must be contagious and addictive. I finished C25K a couple weeks ago and am now working on Hal Higdon's half marathon training. Today I got my wife and her best friend started on W1D1 of C25K (their idea) It was pouring rain today but damn it they were set and surprised themselves how well they did. I went out with them after I did my own 2 mile (short one for the week) run in the rain. It wasn't much for me but they're off the couch and really like it so it can't be bad. Watching them today definitely gave me some perspective on just how far I've come though.




Started C25K - April 19, 2011

Graduated C25K - July 2, 2011

Started at 246 lbs

As of September 16, 2011 - 195lbs

http://www.dailymile.com/people/ritchierd#ref=tophd

  • BradW44 Pro
    BradW44
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    1. Jul 13, 2011 11:59 AM (in response to ritchierd)
    Re: Running bug!

    Having the desire and mental toughness to make it happen is the hardest!  Congrats to you guys and welcome to the rest of your life!!!

     

     

    Happy running!




    Brad

    www.RunnersPlan.com

  • ritchierd Amateur
    ritchierd
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    2. Jul 13, 2011 4:33 PM (in response to BradW44)
    Re: Running bug!

    Haha it's not me I would be worried about. Keep in mind this is the same woman who told me a month ago that she'd never run unless she was being chased by Godzilla. She went out and rode her bike while I did my 3 mile run today and she's supposed to be be back for W1D2 tomorrow. (Off day for me but I figure I can do mine and hers too) She's doing good for now though.




    Started C25K - April 19, 2011

    Graduated C25K - July 2, 2011

    Started at 246 lbs

    As of September 16, 2011 - 195lbs

    http://www.dailymile.com/people/ritchierd#ref=tophd

  • Nursey318 Amateur
    Nursey318
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    Apr 28, 2011
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    3. Jul 15, 2011 8:06 PM (in response to ritchierd)
    Re: Running bug!

    I agree that the running bug must be contagious!  I am on week 7 of C25K and since starting, I have had several other friends begin the plan as well. It's amazing how many people are getting into running all at the same time.

    Happy running!




    "Have patience with all things, but chiefly have patience with yourself. Do not lose courage in considering your own imperfections, but instantly set about remedying them- every day a task anew."

    -St. Francis DeSales

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