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Hi everyone....ya'll are doing soooooo good!!!! I'm doing a happy dance for you all. And look, even some new ones!!!! Congrats everybody!
I broke down yesterday and went to the doctor. I am having an arthritis flare up in my leg....didn't know I had arthritis! They believe it to be osteo. I hope to get back to walking in a few days or maybe a week. Exercise is good for arthritis....or so I'm told. I should be able to get back to jogging/running once everything settles down. I may stick with my treadmill for a while just because it's less impact on my joints. I sure will miss running outside and feeling the eyes of neighbors gawking at me! haha.
I know I will be weeks behind everybody, but I did start in Feb and I'm sticking with this group. Ya'll can just lead the way and I'll bring up the rear!!
I love reading your triumphs, keep posting!
Run On!!!
"Failure Is Only The Opportunity To Begin Again More Intelligently" Henry Ford
Started WW Jan. 7, 2012
Started C25K Feb. 28, 2012
I DID IT!!!!!
The stars must have been lined up just right! The morning was cool for a change, Pandora played all the right songs and I woke up just knowing I could. W5D3? Check!!!! I am SO VERY GRATEFUL for everyone sharing their stories; they gave me the confidence to believe I could. Flip, I felt like you after your last run -- I just couldn't stop smiling. I totally get why runners raise their arms when they cross a finish line. If I hadn't been on a quiet neighborhood trail, I think I would have yahooed!!!
Anyway, just wanted to let you all know that your stories are inspirational and shareworthy for a newbie like me! 
Mama M
47 year old ex-smoker, brand new to running before starting C25K.
Due to finish on April 29th. First 5K on May 19.
Mama, congratulations on finishing Day 3!! I know you are so proud! I am doing mine tomorrow, so knowing you made it through yours lets me know there is hope for me! I am so nervous!
Roses, I am so sorry you've been feeling bad on your runs. As you may have read, my W5D1 was rough for me. I was feeling just terrible at the end of my run. I think sometimes we are just going to have off days and I feel like sometimes you might be able to work on pointing out something small you changed in your pre-run habits that made you feel that way. I hope you figure it out! 
DD, I'm so sorry about your injury! I hope that everything heals up for you and that you can continue on your journey. Please keep us up to date with your recovery and stick around with us to let us know when you get back to running!
Anyway, thank goodness for rest days...I have two tests today! Yikes! I'm anxious to see how my run goes tomorrow!
Happy running everyone!
Flip
"To live will be an awfully big adventure"
Started Couch 2 5K February 27th
Glow Run 5K Wilmington - 3/28/12 to be completed!
OrthoWilmington 5K - 5/19/12 to be completed!
Next goal after C25K...Run the 4 mile loop at Greenfield Lake Park, Wilmington NC
MamaM – Glad you made it through! I know you are so proud of yourself, and you should be!! We are glad to add you to our running buddies! Go ahead and give that victory dance a try now...we won't look!!
HPJ! Wow, congrats! Doesn’t it feel amazing to be able to say you did that? I’m not giving any consideration to pace at all right now. As a matter of fact, when Hubby tries to run with me, he finds it painful that I go so slow! Sounds like you did a really good job of managing! The goal right now is just to get there – not necessarily to get there first! Glad you are keeping tabs on everyone.
Bunzi – I had the same experience you did with W6D1. Sorry I can’t help with your personal question – I bet you could find something on the forum in another thread, though.
Flip – Tomorrow is your big day! I know you are going to do really well!! Glad you didn’t have a problem with nausea again! Maybe it was just a fluke! Thanks for your continued support to everyone! When you finish that 20 minutes, throw your hands up in the air and celebrate for a second (like I did, right in the road!!) Hope you did well on your tests!
dd64 – so glad to see you checking in. We all wish you the best and will be here to cheer you on when you get back to running! I don’t have any neighbors gawking at me, but the cows were giving me some really funny looks yesterday
Hi Roses – Hope you don’t have an issue with dehydration – I don’t want to come off like I think I know everything (I DON’T) – but I have read a lot and like to share if I think it will be helpful. When you are hydrating for a run, (I think of any duration), you should hydrate all throughout the day (or the week leading up to a big run). They say not to drink a lot right before you run, but to do it all along the way. Not being properly hydrated can cause all types of problems for runners, so it’s a big issue. I have been drinking 64 ounces of water a day for a long time, so I feel I’m doing okay in that area. Of course, the heat could be an issue, too. Hope you you’ll feel better on your next outing
What's up with me: I did W6D2 yesterday. It wasn’t my best experience. I made the mistake of putting ankle length leggings on under my shorts (why did I do that?) and I thought I would melt! Then, I realized I forgot my heart rate monitor. Also, I had my hair in braids, which drove me crazy flopping around. I usually have it in a ponytail under a hat. Hubby had wanted to go out to eat before going home, and that didn’t help. Mexican food. Go run. WTH? I didn’t get sick, but just felt generally out of sorts. But, the important thing is that I did it. Two ten minute runs with a three minute rest. I kept thinking if I stopped no one would really think badly of me, but then I realized I just couldn’t come here and say I hadn't done it, so I finished strong!
Thanks everyone for continuing to be an encouragement!! No, go out there and run for your life!!
If this is a double post - sorry about that - I just hit a button and don't know what happened 
I know just enough computer skills to be dangerous.
My background is: I have run off & on for about 15 years - was running last year and injured myself and am now easing my way back into running again. During my recovery - I was doing P90X with my husband - but it's not running. Currently, I have arthritis in my left knee from an old running injury (and a Soleus cramp I got two weeks ago that lasted an entire week - which has finally resolved this past Monday).
dd64: Don't let the arthritis diagnosis get you down! My husband is a therapist and he also says that exercise is good for arthritis (use it or lose it). I don't know if this will help you or not - but my knee always acts up and is stiff the first 3-5 minutes of a run then it's smooth sailing (which is why I am looking forward to tonight's run (W6D2) - after tonight - not more start/stop/start/stop training). ?I hope you are back on track soon.
Some friendly advise for treadmill only runners. If you are planning on running a 5k outdoors - I would suggest that you train at least some times outside. Running outside is different in that you will encounter wind resistance, variations in terrain, different running surfaces and you will be propeling yourself forward (instead of the treadmill doing that for you). I know that it is intimidating to run outside where folks can see you. But hey - you are running! No small feat. If I get glances from folks - I just think to myself "I bet I can beat you in a race" and I pick up the pace just a little. Can you tell I'm a little competitive? I began running on a treadmill and then signed up for 5k without training outdoors. The 5K had hills & a blazing sun. I finished - but it was not a pleasant experience. I just want everyone to be prepared and have as good a time for their 5k as possible.
Sharly: I can identify. I have long hair and it is usually in a ponytail under a hat. I only braid it when it is raining and then it drives me nuts. I also can't have anything around my waist or wear a jacket (way too hot). I also can't drink or eat before a run.
I really enjoy everyone's posts - keeps me totally motivated. Keep on running!
W6D1 done! I can't believe I've been running for five weeks. There was such a big energy barrier for getting started but now this feels like something I can keep up. Great programme!
The run was challenging but not too hard. I could probably push myself a little more in terms of pace because I'm still doing about 11 minute miles (woefully slow) but I think it's better that I keep enjoying myself and leave the training runs until I have a base.
The beautiful people were out this morning. The weather is good now so the people who normally stick to their personal gyms and private trainers seem to have emerged with their perfect bodies, perfect husbands/wives and perfect dogs running alongside. Very nice to watch... as they go flying past
Hey! Hope ya'll are having a good week.
I finished W5D1 a little bit ago. It went quite well once I got through the first segment. I was even able to push my pace a bit on the last jog. If my math and the odometer on my car are right, I'm covering about 3.25 mi on my outings. Which is really flooring now that I sit here and look at it in black and white. 
I finally picked up some proper athletic clothes, so I'm not jogging around the neighborhood in my pajamas. I couldn't find any pants with a phone/.mp3 pocket, though.
MamaM, let the yahoos fly! You deserve it! If they get grumpy over a victory yahoo, just smile, wave, and walk off knowing you just rocked your workout. I know I've yelped a few times, and I'm lucky enough to have neighbors who are used to me and amused by my antics.
Sharly, in my high school years when I had long hair and had to be active (go BAND!), I'd do braided "Princess Leia" buns. But behind my ears, instead of over them. It worked really well, once I got the hang of securing them. I likely looked odd, but since I'm a huge Sci-fi nerd I thought I looked great!
Roses, how are you breathing? I have the same mouth dryness if I breathe through my mouth more than usual. Hydration may be a factor, as others have mentioned. I've found that the breath freshener strips are a quick-and-dirty way to alleviate the dry mouth. The cinnamon ones that Listerine had (have? I'm not sure if they still make them) were almost a guaranteed way to start drooling.
UNA Sunset 5k Fountain Run (4/12/12): 45:04
Run for London 5k (5/5/12): 36:57
Graduated C25k 5/12/12!
I D I D I T!!!!! I ran the 20 minutes straight and I am so excited!!!! I went running with my friend who is already a great runner and we had a great time! We ended up doing 2.60 miles between the warm up and cooldown and the running, which I'm very happy with! It was a lot of fun and I was so proud when I finished, we both put our arms in the air and cheered! I was glad she was there because it didn't look so silly to be cheering together 
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Thank you all for the continued support....it felt really great to log in this morning knowing I was going to do the "big run" and see your encouragement! This thread has been a great way to keep me motivated and share experiences with you all! I hope everyone has a great end of their week!
Happy running!
Flip
"To live will be an awfully big adventure"
Started Couch 2 5K February 27th
Glow Run 5K Wilmington - 3/28/12 to be completed!
OrthoWilmington 5K - 5/19/12 to be completed!
Next goal after C25K...Run the 4 mile loop at Greenfield Lake Park, Wilmington NC
Mama, I feel so special you thought about me while cooking dinner! Hehe! It was a really wonderful feeling to accomplish that run. I am looking forward to finishing the program, knowing now that I can do those long runs! This weekend is a big weekend for me as well! My parents are coming into town and my stepmom, sister, and one of my bridesmaids are joining me to search for my wedding dress! I am getting married next May and am so excited to be working towards toning up and slimming down a little for the wedding! I've already slimmed down a bit, so I am excited to try on those dresses tomorrow! Anyway, I hope everyone has a great weekend and I will check back in on Sunday after W6D1!!!
Happy running!
Flip
"To live will be an awfully big adventure"
Started Couch 2 5K February 27th
Glow Run 5K Wilmington - 3/28/12 to be completed!
OrthoWilmington 5K - 5/19/12 to be completed!
Next goal after C25K...Run the 4 mile loop at Greenfield Lake Park, Wilmington NC
Okay – I made it through W6D3, the 25 minute run. It’s still kind of mind boggling for me to even be able to say that!! I can’t say there was much celebrating at the end. I was fairly wiped and almost didn’t even make it!! I’m owing a lot of that to the fact that it was after a long work day and I didn’t have my best to give. My plan now is to repeat W6D3 on the weekend, when I can get out in the morning and see if that makes it easier. Then, I’m going to let Tuesdays be my D1 and Thursdays D2 and have my D3 on Saturday/Sunday each week. This will lead me right into W9D3, which will be the 5K that I really hope to RUN!
Hi CasyJo! Glad to see you back! No duplicate post on my end. Sounds like you are certainly more experienced in this running game than a lot of us! Share as much wisdom as you would like!!
I reverted to the ponytail/hat arrangement for yesterday’s run and it was much better. I might switch to a visor and actually put the ponytail up and see how that works. It’s just long enough that it’s still resting on my back and it’s hot and heavy and yucky. Plus the swinging kind of bothers me. I’ve been told, though, that the ponytail gives you power <wink>.
HPJ – Wonderful work on W6D1! Wow, you guys think 11 minute miles are slow! I must be crawling!! I love your comments about the beautiful people! Luckily I get to run past horses and cows mostly. Oh, and there is one lone cyclist I see occasionally.
Inevera – Wow!! 3.25 miles? You’ve got that 5K licked!!! Glad you got some proper clothes. Sorry you couldn’t find the ones with the special pocket. I got mine at Academy Sports if you have those. Love the Princess Leia look – I would probably love that, unfortunately, I’ve never mastered the art of pinning my hair up. It’s thick and heavy and slick. I can’t get anything to keep it in place except one of those rubberized clip thingies. The breath strip suggestion is great! I’ve been having a lifesaver, or certs or something when I go out, but Hubby is concerned I’m going to inhale it and choke to death! Might be a legitimate concern when I’m gulping for air!
Flip! That is so fantastic! I really think from the 5Ks that I’ve participated in, that having someone around you really makes the running a lot more fun! Glad you had a cheering partner!! I agree with you completely about the encouragement from the thread! It really has kept me going when I didn’t think I could! I feel accountable to everyone here.
Wow!! Wedding dress shopping! Best of luck with that! So exciting!!
Hi MamaM! When is your W6D1? I know you’ll rock it!!
Hello Okie! Sounds like we have a lot in common – except for the being active part! Your place sounds wonderful!! A Zebra? Really? Awesome!! You are doing really well with your pace! Man, I’m going to have to pick it up!!
Good luck with W6D3! So glad you decided to come out of the shadows and join the conversation!
Everyone have a great weekend and keep on running for your lives!
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