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paygirl

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45. Nov 2, 2009 10:49 AM

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Re: 5K in 9 Weeks Start 11/1

WOW!

Start Date Sunday 11/1/09

End Date Friday 01/1/10 "RACE DAY"

11/1/09 Week 1 Run Time 1 hour 35 minutes Distance 5.74 miles

11/8/09 Week 2 Run Time 1 hour 48 minutes Distance 6.48 miles

11/15/09 Week 3 Run Time 1 hour 36 minutes Distance 5.70 miles

11/22/09 Week 4 Run Time 1 hour 38 minutes Distance 6.43 Miles

11/28/09 Day 1 Week 5 Bring it on......

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46. Nov 2, 2009 11:08 AM

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Okay, well, I managed to do my first run/walk this morning. I took my daughter to daycare early so I could run without hassles, but I took our new dog with us (2 year old boxer) so it was kind of hectic! Didn't really do the true Day 1 of the Couch to 5k, but did walk/jog/sprint (due to dog) for about 25 minutes. It ws actually pretty easy, so the dog being with me didn't work so good and I need to be able to focus on the run more. I'm going to download the podcasts tonight so I can be told when to run, hopefully that will help. Also, working really hard on getting enough protein in my diet and, sigh, no soda. So far, so good. So, my question is are we going to be posting our runs/updates daily or is this just gonna be for support and other posts? I've never been a part of anything like this so I just want to follow protocol!

Have a great day!

"If not now, then when?"

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KilliansGal

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47. Nov 2, 2009 12:14 PM

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Re: 5K in 9 Weeks Start 11/1

Hey Ya'll,

I did get up extra early this morning and went to the park and walked for 30 minutes. I tried to wait until daylight then I kind of felt like I wasn’t prepared. I couldn’t get my Ipod to stay on my arm, probably because I put it on the outside of my jacket instead of inside. I couldn’t get my jacket to zip so I was a little cold. I wanted to take my drivers license and my cell phone. Just to feel safe, like if anyone jumped out at me from behind a bush I would throw my drivers license at ‘em and hopefully poke them in the eye…WHATEVER! I am ridiculous!

Yesterday I wore my Addis running shoes and my calves were hurting. They are old but since I was out of town, I ran with what I had brought. I also brought my Ipod with my cool new down loads but I guess I had it running and the batteries needed to be recharged. So I just grabbed my watch. Anyway I purchased New Balance running shoes a while back and they are wonderful. I actually went to a store that actually takes a look at your feet and they decide the best shoe for you. It is amazing how a different shoes can be. And according to most threads on here, they say to go and get properly fitted for running shoes.

Hopefully I will be in my groove the next walk or run!

This is a site I found with podcast for running. It has current music on it and she tells you when its time to run and walk.

Runningintoshape.com

Cheers

Looking forward to my "Runners High"

W1D1 30:00 miles?? run went well, calves were burning

W1D2 30:00 calves feeling better

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Ablackphoenix

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48. Nov 2, 2009 12:44 PM

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Re: 5K in 9 Weeks Start 11/1

I thank you. I will keep you and the gang inform cause this will be something special for me to remember!

I've lived and made decision under the choke hold of FEAR. I refuse to do it anymore. Just because I am unsure of what will happen, does not make it good or bad. So there is nothing to FEAR. I'll be hopeful and press forward expecting great things

FEAR: False Evidence Appearing Real

Couch to 5k 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Starting weight 340.lbs

Current weight 317.lbs

Total weight lost 23 .lbs

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01/01/2010-NYD5K- 00:00

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Debra99908

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49. Nov 2, 2009 1:08 PM

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Re: 5K in 9 Weeks Start 11/1

Started my run/walk this morning completed 2miles in 30:10, just about a 15 minute pace. The run was at 12mph pace and the walk was at 16.5mph pace. Not bad for the first real attempt but definately want to get that pace quicker. How did everyone else do?

Debbie

There is no try, only do or do not

D1W1 30:10 2 Miles

D2W1 23:50 1.55Miles First time using podcast, loved it!

D3W1 37:00 2.2 miles It felt so good that after the podcast ended I kept going

D1W2 27:30 1.8 miles Thankful for the podcast to keep me going

D4W1 25:00 1.5 miles started back on week 1 because I was seditary for 6 days

D2W2 23:00 1.3 miles ran out of time

D3W2 35:00 2.3 miles felt awesome!!

D1W3 35:00 2.3 miles Wow! I didn't think I'd make it but I did. Felt fabulous

D2W3 31:20 2.0 miles Pre-thanksgiving dinner run, now I can eat!

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paygirl

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50. Nov 2, 2009 1:39 PM

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Re: 5K in 9 Weeks Start 11/1

LOL I needed that today!! I have a Dalmatian and no way in the world would she go running/walingk w/me LOL

How about we do this or something similar

W1D1 30:00min 1.88mi Struggled but made it through

W1D2 30:00 min 1.98mi better then first day

So that each time you make a post it will be on your post

Any one else have a good idea on this??

Start Date Sunday 11/1/09

End Date Friday 01/1/10 "RACE DAY"

11/1/09 Week 1 Run Time 1 hour 35 minutes Distance 5.74 miles

11/8/09 Week 2 Run Time 1 hour 48 minutes Distance 6.48 miles

11/15/09 Week 3 Run Time 1 hour 36 minutes Distance 5.70 miles

11/22/09 Week 4 Run Time 1 hour 38 minutes Distance 6.43 Miles

11/28/09 Day 1 Week 5 Bring it on......

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paygirl

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51. Nov 2, 2009 1:48 PM

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Too funny! Good advice about the shoes, I am going this weekend to get fitted to a store that studies your gate, we will se if I can afford them or if I have to save my money, (yeah I know I can't not afford shoes).

W1D1 30:00min 1.88mi Struggled but made it through

Start Date Sunday 11/1/09

End Date Friday 01/1/10 "RACE DAY"

11/1/09 Week 1 Run Time 1 hour 35 minutes Distance 5.74 miles

11/8/09 Week 2 Run Time 1 hour 48 minutes Distance 6.48 miles

11/15/09 Week 3 Run Time 1 hour 36 minutes Distance 5.70 miles

11/22/09 Week 4 Run Time 1 hour 38 minutes Distance 6.43 Miles

11/28/09 Day 1 Week 5 Bring it on......

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paygirl

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52. Nov 2, 2009 1:50 PM

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Awesome!

W1D1 30:00min 1.88mi Struggled but made it through

Start Date Sunday 11/1/09

End Date Friday 01/1/10 "RACE DAY"

11/1/09 Week 1 Run Time 1 hour 35 minutes Distance 5.74 miles

11/8/09 Week 2 Run Time 1 hour 48 minutes Distance 6.48 miles

11/15/09 Week 3 Run Time 1 hour 36 minutes Distance 5.70 miles

11/22/09 Week 4 Run Time 1 hour 38 minutes Distance 6.43 Miles

11/28/09 Day 1 Week 5 Bring it on......

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EVBUNT

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53. Nov 2, 2009 8:54 PM

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Re: 5K in 9 Weeks Start 11/1

Oh my gosh, you just made me crack up laughing. I have so been there, especially with the stupid IPOD. If that would have been me, before this current determination to actually succeed, I would have just scratched the whole thing, either not even started or once it fell off I'd have returned because I was so annoyed. My husband likes to count the number of running shoes I have - because every time I start up again, I buy a new pair. Let me know how the download goes, I'm trying one tomorrow from Itunes, we can compare.

"If not now, then when?"

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paygirl

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54. Nov 3, 2009 9:38 AM

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Re: 5K in 9 Weeks Start 11/1

Hi Everyone!!

I got up this morning, even though I did not want too! The ONLY reason I did was because I knew I could count on you all to kick my butt if I didn't. THANK-YOU!! I feel great today because I didn't sleep in like usual. I have to admit, my small town was a lot busier then Sunday Morning, I guess everyone in town now knows that I am running/walking.

I got the podcast downloaded and ready fir Wednesday.

My feet don’t hurt from the run, but my muscles on the back of my leg (solex I don’t know if I spelled that right??) hurts when I run only, so maybe my shoes aren’t as bad as I think. I am going Saturday to have my gate analyzed anyway, just to be safe!

Then on with the clothes hunt!

Thanks again 5K pals!!!

Start Date Sunday 11/1/09

End Date Friday 01/1/10 "RACE DAY"

11/1/09 Week 1 Run Time 1 hour 35 minutes Distance 5.74 miles

11/8/09 Week 2 Run Time 1 hour 48 minutes Distance 6.48 miles

11/15/09 Week 3 Run Time 1 hour 36 minutes Distance 5.70 miles

11/22/09 Week 4 Run Time 1 hour 38 minutes Distance 6.43 Miles

11/28/09 Day 1 Week 5 Bring it on......

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bansheee

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55. Nov 3, 2009 10:29 AM

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Re: 5K in 9 Weeks Start 11/1

Hi everyone,

I just wanted to jump in here and report my progress. I started with W1D1 yesterday afternoon. It was pretty easy, but what counts with me is consistency. I hope that being here will give me more reason to continue. I am excited to try D2 in the morning! My plan is to train MWF mornings, hopefully the weather stays nice in Houston for the next 9 weeks! I intend on running a 5k on Jan 30, so I've got a few weeks buffer to get up to speed.

Hope you all have a wonderful day!

Lisa

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peaches0605

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56. Nov 3, 2009 11:02 AM

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Hi! Wondering if I could join y'all....

I'm 28 years old and have never really had the need to exercise in my life! However, I gained 50 lbs while pregnant with my son, who is now 18 months old. I have been trying off and on to get back into shape since April this year, when I joined the YMCA. I found the C25k program and I think having someone TELL me what to do and having a group hold me accountable will help! I downloaded a week 1 podcast (I am using Suz's podcasts...her music is more my style...hip hop/pop...anybody else using hers?). I found with the music and the cues telling me when to run and when to walk, it was not bad at all! I had to use a treadmill at the YMCA, so I would have childcare for my son. I ended up doing about 2 miles in 30 minutes. My feet are hurting though...I need new shoes!

Started C25K on 11-3-09

Completed:

W1 W2 W3 W4 W5 W6 W7 W8 W9

D1 D2 D3

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Debra99908

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57. Nov 3, 2009 1:19 PM

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Re: 5K in 9 Weeks Start 11/1

Hi everyone, didn't work out or run today. Tuesday is usually my off day will be back at tomorrow.

A few of you have mentioned podcasts, are you searching for something specific on ITunes? I currently have a "treadmill" list of songs that I put together but I'm always looking for new stuff.

Debbie

D1W1 30:00 2miles

There is no try, only do or do not

D1W1 30:10 2 Miles

D2W1 23:50 1.55Miles First time using podcast, loved it!

D3W1 37:00 2.2 miles It felt so good that after the podcast ended I kept going

D1W2 27:30 1.8 miles Thankful for the podcast to keep me going

D4W1 25:00 1.5 miles started back on week 1 because I was seditary for 6 days

D2W2 23:00 1.3 miles ran out of time

D3W2 35:00 2.3 miles felt awesome!!

D1W3 35:00 2.3 miles Wow! I didn't think I'd make it but I did. Felt fabulous

D2W3 31:20 2.0 miles Pre-thanksgiving dinner run, now I can eat!

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Queen00

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58. Nov 3, 2009 1:38 PM

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Re: 5K in 9 Weeks Start 11/1

Hi all

I don't know how to put my stats at the bottom like you Tans. BTW my name is Agnes and I've never ran before. I've played a lot of sports but always avoided the training runs etc...(I'm quite stroppy and willful :) )

I did 1.66 miles in 30 minutes and used the Carli's podcasts from runningintoshape.com. They were awesome because they kept me focused as all I had to concentrate on was putting one leg in front of the other and she told me when to walk and run. And the music was modern and kept me going, except when it was a fast one for the run and I tried to match the beat ( a definite DO NOT DO)

I discovered muscles I never knew I had, especially calf muscles and everything seems to jar and jiggle when I ran lol (you all wanted to know that ay?) But I made it through and I think with the podcasts I could actually keep this up as long as I don't try and run faster and then can barely continue lol

W1D1 2.1miles 35 mins harder at the beginning then the end

W1D2 3.26kms 33mins much harder & calves are sore

W1D3 3.02kms 30mins better but then I ran slower

W2D1 2.08miles 30mins runs are long but walks are great

W2D2 3.28kms 30mins getting better at pacing