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katiewillrunit

122 posts since
Aug 31, 2007

Nov 5, 2007 5:58 AM

Mile Loggers Week of November 5th

Happy Monday!
This group of mile loggers started the C25K program somewhere in the past few months, and we are staggered anywhere throughout the program. Some are in the last two weeks, and some are brandy ol new.

Please feel free to jump in, be kept accountable and add to the motivational atmosphere. If you don't know how to start, begin by just posting about your run for that day!
Join us!
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My update - still no running - but only a few more days and then I'm back... Sorry I wasn't around this week guys - we've decided that we need to move and in the past 4-5 days we researched/saw and signed for a new apartment! ahh!!

I'm going to catch up on posts from the other thread today!

Guest

1. Nov 5, 2007 9:19 AM

in response to: katiewillrunit

Hey guys,
so I did my first run of week 3 yesterday, and I did it at a local highschool track. the first 2 weeks seemed pretty easy, but man running for 3 minutes straight was really hard! I pushed through it, but I did it with my head rolled back looking straight up into the sky with one or both eyes closed haha! maybe theres something about being at the track that made it tougher, or more boring. I figured since a track is flat, and I usually jog/walk in my hilly neighborhood, that a track would be easier. tomorrow I'm going to do it again and hopefully it will be easier. how are all of you doing with running in the cold weather? does anyone else in here live in new england like me or in a colder region?

DipMom

171 posts since
Jan 2, 2007

2. Nov 5, 2007 9:45 AM

in response to: katiewillrunit

Happy Monday - Elections tomorrow! Since we were out of the States for so long I am stunned at how negative and brutal these campaigns have gotten. They never used to be this bad. All they do here in VA is trash each other and pollute our streets with thousands of these stupid signs.

I tried to run on Sat and couldn't push through it. I really felt my confidence hit a new low and I was getting very worried that I couldn't run anymore. I know most of it is mental so I decided to re-group and go back to W6 and do the 5/8/5 min runs. It is nice to have permission to walk. My legs were killing me but my breathing was good. Wed is two 10 min runs and then back to no breaks. I think this is a good starting place for me.

Deadman - Welcome. I suggest you sign up for a 5K right away. Knowing you have to run a race to keep you on track may help with the motivation! If that doesn't work - GET ON THAT TREADMILL!

Doc - we are in VA so it was mid 40's by the time I went out this morning. It will get colder so I guess I will just layer. I don't mind the cold - it is the hot humid summer that kills me.

Dober - That is an awesome time! Congratulations. After this week I hope to start the OHR too.

Katie - I didn't understand. Did you move already or just find the new apartment?

lml - are you going to go back a week or try to jump right back in?

jb - I used to get migraines which we linked to the pill. When I stopped taking it, the headaches stopped. Now I wonder if my hormones are just getting wacky due to age.

NuGurl - I am still in awe over 45 pounds. You must look amazing. Are you buying new clothes or holding out for that smaller size?

macd019

535 posts since
Dec 14, 2007

3. Dec 25, 2007 10:37 PM

in response to: katiewillrunit

Hi Katie, good to see you're still around! And even better that you'll be back to running soon! Congrats on finding a new place--that's exciting!

eyedocguy, I'm in north-central Indiana, and we've been having frost lately. I did C25k on a treadmill, but am now doing some of my running outdoors. I like our hs track because I run about 5 a.m., and don't have to worry about the track surface in the dark, and it's cushier than pavement or concrete. It's also easy to measure your distance. But, it does get boring! I guess that's what mp3 players are for.

Having said that, I confess to wimping out on the track and using the treadmill today. When I woke up at 4:30 and heard the wind howling, I thought, nope. Wed. is supposed to be even colder (chance of snow), so it will probably be the end of the week before I make it back outdoors. I have decided to do what feels appropriate at the time, and not beat myself up about it.

DipMom--I was typing while you were posting so missed your comments. Glad to see you're back to running. and lml, the hip must be better? (I probably should read the rest of the last thread!)

Happy running to all!

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macd019

535 posts since
Dec 14, 2007

4. Nov 5, 2007 10:14 AM

in response to: katiewillrunit

Okay, I did go back and read the rest of the other thread. Dobie--congrats!! That is an awesome time! When's the next race?

lml, I had read somewhere about that race on the interstate, and thought it sounded kinda fun... but I'm not there yet. Still can't run a whole 3 miles, and I really don't want to do a race until I can. Maybe next spring/summer--when I've lost as much weight as NuGirl (you ROCK!)?

jb944

162 posts since
Dec 14, 2007

5. Nov 5, 2007 12:15 PM

in response to: katiewillrunit

lml - I heard they were also doing a bike ride on the freeway before it opens. We will be out of town again, so we will miss it, but it would have been fun. I'm so anxious for that stretch to open. Since we drive to Michigan a lot, it will be nice to be able to just head south and hit I-80. I'm glad the elliptical is working for you. You'll be back running soon.

deadmanwalking - Welcome! If we can do it, you can, too! I'm 50 and had trouble running for 60 seconds in week 1. Now I can run 30 minutes! The program works. The alternative is sitting on the couch, gaining weight, perhaps developing diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholestrol, and a host of other health problems. Need more motivation?

Katie - our ever present cheerleader! Good to have you back. When do you move?

eyedocguy - good for you for pushing through. It does get easier. As far as running in the cold, I'm wimping out. I've moved to the treadmill in my basement - partly because of the cold and partly because I want to control my speed. I'm 35 miles west of Chicago, so the cold is definitely coming in!

DipMom - those 3 day headaches really take a toll on your body, so don't get discouraged. You'll get back into the running. Nothing wrong with moving back a few weeks - it sure beats sitting on the couch and doing nothing!

macd - its in the 50s here now, but supposed to drop steadily throughout the day, so we may be on the treadmill for awhile!
By the way, I can't run the whole 5k yet, either.

My update - I ran 30 minutes on the treadmill this morning and had to slow down to keep my HR average down. My knee is slightly swollen and I babied it this weekend, but now decided to keep moving and just ice it when I am done. A friend who is a physical therapist was over yesterday and she made some suggestions for machines to use at the club to strenghthen my quads without aggravating the knee, so I started that this morning. Also walked about 2 miles yesterday just to look at the changing leaves. With the wind today, they may be gone soon.

Happy running!

NuGurl

108 posts since
Jun 21, 2006

6. Nov 5, 2007 12:38 PM

in response to: katiewillrunit

Hi everyone. Thanks for all the compliments. I had to buy all new clothes and even some shoes, I never thought you lost weight in your feet but you do LOL. But it is all worth it, I love it, It feels so good to go clothes shopping now, I have another 15 -20 more to go, Hopefully by this summer it will be gone off my body ": )..

Katie glad to hear you will be running again soon. Are you going to start where you left off or are you going to repeat a week? I'm excited for you and proud of you girl. you held out and made sure you healed first. Great job. : )
Good luck with your new apartment.

eyedocguy, Great job with your 3 min run, remember most of this is mental, just keep saying I can do it and you will.
I live in NJ. It is getting colder here also, not as cold as New Eng. yet but at night it gets pretty cold. I just bought a head band and pair of gloves, there are a few more things I need to get but they are pretty expensive, I checked out underarmour running clothes and jackets they are pretty expensive, so im looking for something that works as good but is a little cheaper.

Dipmom, I agree with you regarding the elections, they trash each other real bad.
You mentioned your legs hurt I was wondering if you tried strength training for your legs to help them feel stronger for your runs. If you haven't I suggest you do it helps me big time. Also nothing wrong with going back in weeks at least your not quitting your still moving and running and there is nothing wrong with stopping for a walk brake, if you need to walk a little so walk that doesn't mean your not a runner any more cause you walked a little. You are a runner forever.: )

macd, Nothing wrong with running on a treadmill, at least your running and not staying in bed sleeping. I don't blame you for not going out into that cold weather. : )

Thanks for the compliment im sure you will lose a lot of weight by the summer. : )

We can do this yes we can : )
maria

NuGurl

108 posts since
Jun 21, 2006

7. Nov 5, 2007 12:47 PM

in response to: katiewillrunit

jb, hi can you tell me what the physical therapist suggested you do to strenghthen your quads without aggravating the knee?
I also have a bad knee. I have arthritis in it. : (

jb944

162 posts since
Dec 14, 2007

8. Nov 5, 2007 1:13 PM

in response to: katiewillrunit

Maria - she said to be careful with squats or lunges - you can still do them, but don't go down very low. Absolutely avoid the machine where you sit and bring just the lower part of your leg up with the weight over the top of your foot - sorry, I don't know what that is called, but she said that puts a tremendous amount of pressure on your knee. The one she really recommended for now is one where you stand with your back to the machine. There is some kind of boot type thing that fits over your foot and is attached to a weight plate behind you. You do a straight leg kick forward - kind of like kicking a soccer ball. Next time I'm there I'll look and see if I can get a name off of the machine, because I don't know if this explanation will really help. Also, bicycling builds your quads. Keep the gear at a level where you can spin about 80-90 rpm. Also drinking lots of water helps keep the joints lubricated. Hope this helps.

NuGurl

108 posts since
Jun 21, 2006

9. Nov 5, 2007 1:56 PM

in response to: katiewillrunit

jb, yes it did help. thank you. : )

Guest

10. Nov 5, 2007 2:26 PM

in response to: katiewillrunit

Hi, this looks like a place where I could fit in. I'm in my 50's and started the program last month. I am doing the program on the treadmill. I completely messed up D2 of W4 yesterday because my body was exhausted when I started. D1 of W4 was 2 days prior and I was able to complete the first 5 minute run but only could manage 3 of the second 5 minute run. My theory is because on the in-between day I went outside and challenged myself with a run/walk that wasn't structured. I just ran until I couldn't, recovered and then ran again, this went on for 4 miles. Because this was really the first time I ran outside (which was harder for me) I couldn't go very far before getting out of breath. I just didn't realize how much of a toll 3 days in a row had on this old body of mine....plus with the time change messing with my sleep. That's all my excuses so no more whining. So I am starting D1 of W4 over tomorrow.

This is the first time in my life that I attempted running. I really want to do this for myself. Since April of this year, I lost close to 40 pounds and feel terrific but now I want more. I have been walking for about 4 months now, anywhere from 3 - 4 miles a day and I figured that running is the next step. So far I am really enjoy this adventure and becoming a part of the running world.

Barb

jb944

162 posts since
Dec 14, 2007

11. Nov 5, 2007 2:45 PM

in response to: katiewillrunit

Welcome Barb! From what I've read, there is a big diffference between treadmill and outside due to wiind, harder outside surfaces, etc. I'm in the same boat you are - I'm becoming addicted to this and want to run every day. However, that is the easiest way to hurt yourself. Your body needs the recovery days. My advice is to slow down - if you can't carry on a conversation you are going too fast. And follow the program to avoid injury. You may want to check out Long Running Nick's commentary - if you are doing this for the rest of your life, there is no hurry in the first few months to overdo it. Good luck!

Guest

12. Nov 5, 2007 3:04 PM

in response to: katiewillrunit

yeah I will definitely have to push through the tough runs and the cool weather. I don't have a treadmill at home so I have to deal with the cold. a
nd I have to finish the program by new years day.... I made a bet with a friend and she came up with an idea that I'm regretting.... the wager is that if I can't run a 5K by new years day, I have to do my last training run or whatever I last worked up to, totally naked... and she gets to pick what place and time of day I have to do it. sigh.... more motivation for training!

NuGurl

108 posts since
Jun 21, 2006

13. Nov 5, 2007 3:20 PM

in response to: katiewillrunit

Welcome Barb, And congratulations on your weight loss that is Awesome! Good luck on your journey.
Maria : )

katiewillrunit

122 posts since
Aug 31, 2007

14. Dec 25, 2007 10:37 PM

in response to: katiewillrunit

Hey guys!

Jb- thank you thank you..

I will be moving on December 29th - but we had to take a day off from work to go look at apartments, and spend all the time out of work basically on rent.com searching for places to live that met our requirements (close to a subway line, with parking, accepted cats, wasnt' outrageously expensive!) The best part about the new apartment is a 24 hour gym inside the building - woohoo!!!

maria - I can't wait to get back! I can't stand this rehabbing thing - i can't do anything and it's killing me - every day that goes by i think to myself, "this is another day that I'll have to make up!" but - as you guys said, i have the rest of my life- this is just a bump... In a few days (i'm in regular work shoes, but still haven't tried to put on sneakers yet) - i'm going to try to go outside and do a nice warm-up - and light jog - i'll aim for 15-20 minutes to see how it feels.. if it feels good, i'll repeat in a few days - if it doesn't, i'll have to do some working back up - but there's no reason i shouldn't be able to get back to consistent running with a little effort - it's only been a few weeks out - (2 to be specific!) It seems like so much longer!

eyedocguy - alright - i live in mass and I'm afraid that if you do the naked run i'll see it on the news, and people will end up on here saying we're all crazy! so you can't fail! but in other news - i feel the pain of the cold without even running - i know when i used to train outside for work - we had to cover our mouths/noses with a breathable scarf to warm the air coming into our bodies - that kept us from getting the sore throat feeling... i may try this so that i can remain outside...

as for running outside versus the treadmill - if you have no choice but to do a treadmill - try to change up the incline every few days to really feel like you have to work for it. Outside is a different ballgame - somethings are easier (different views, distractions are easier) and somethings are harder - you are propelling your body more outside then when you're on a moving surface on the treadmill.

or try to change it up...

we can do it - do you guys think a thanksgiving or xmas 5k is attainable for me now? my original race was for november 10th - sad sad. but i'll get back!

you guys are my motivation!

***Edited for ridiculous spelling error.

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