I did the 8 minute runs today W5D2.  I think I just might be able to do this!!!  Not sure how Friday will go but if brokefoot can do it as a smoker than I should be able to do it (good job on cutting back, if you can run 20 minutes you should be able to quit smoking, good luck as you continue your quest to be smoke free).  I just might make myself into a runner yet!

This may be a stupid question but, what is C25K?

I did it!  I did W3D1 yesterday, and it wasn't horrible.  It felt good, actually.  nanamary1959, you were right, not as bad as I thought it would be.  I am looking forward to doing it again tomorrow.

I am a bit SOL, I run in my neighborhood, and the roads are concrete, same as the sidewalks. 

401K - I listen to Robert Ullrey Podcasts for Running, Couch to 5K.  They are available on iTunes.  The music has a techno/trans feel, but it isn't horrible.  The tenor of his voice is comforting, in a way.

Happy St. Patrick's Day everyone, and happy running!

Have not been commenting here lately, I have been running but do not have the same enthusiasm as when I first started back on January 03.  I am doing W6 over again, can't seem to get that extra 1/4 mile in there.  Ran outside for the first time today, had to avoid puddles and icy patches but I did pretty well.  Ran 2 miles without stopping.  I found it easier than heading to the gym to run on the treadmill, just put on my runners and head out the door but still had to talk to myself about getting to the next corner or stop sign before I can stop and walk but managed to keep running.  Does it really get easier when you can just run and not think about the distance or time?

Completed week 5 today! Me? It hardly seems like something I could do....go figure! Me, running 20 minutes straight!

The run went amazingly smooth and when the voice on my podcast said "you are half way there", I knew I could finish no problem.

HOWEVER, I am now icing my knee because it really hurts. I have wondered when you knew if you were doing too much too soon....I think I got my answer. I think I really should have put a 2 day break between these runs rather than  just one day. Shoot! I am thinking about taking off the next 3 days to rest my knee and then start week 6 on Monday. Do you think a 3 day break is too long?

Completed week 5 today! Me? It hardly seems like something I could do....go figure! Me, running 20 minutes straight!

The run went amazingly smooth and when the voice on my podcast said "you are half way there", I knew I could finish no problem.

 

Congrats 1974Mom!  You did it!!!  20 minutes straight, I just can't believe it.  I do think what a huge jump though, from 5 minutes on week 4 up to 20 the very next week? I'm thinking that's really a push and the body said "whoa!".  I would take a couple extra days off, or just do some walking and give the muscles a chance to catch up.  But holy mackerel - you've got to feel great!

Going to do W3D3 again tonight, then give it a couple days and start week 4 again.  I don't like the going backwards, but as long as I don't quit I'm gonna give myself kudos for sticking with it.

Anijh, glad you are keeping with it even through your tough time - that says tons about your commitment.

Keep on running everyone and Happy St. Pattys Day!