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SStrayer

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Sep 9, 2009

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Sep 9, 2009 6:49 PM

Starting c25k on 9/14...any takers?

Need some major help staying motivated...I am a 30 year old mother of one...looking for others like me would like to chat with others in the same boat...looking to drop 20-25 lbs...aside from wantin a healthier life (for me and my fam)...and my husband is in the army and runs circles around me...he's really in shape and would like to be able to keep up with him...can anyone feel my pain?

kdarold

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1. Sep 9, 2009 7:17 PM

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Re: Starting c25k on 9/14...any takers?

SStrayer - I feel the pain. Spending the time away from my kids is thr hardest part of my training. I feel a little selfish when I have limited time with them as it is. (Working, school, life)

Every step of the Journey is the Journey

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SStrayer

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2. Sep 9, 2009 7:20 PM

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Re: Starting c25k on 9/14...any takers?

my time is limited as well...work and full time mother while my husband is in training in another state...just need some help to put me back on the wagon...want to get back in shape for me and my fam

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kdarold

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3. Sep 9, 2009 7:34 PM

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Re: Starting c25k on 9/14...any takers?

Yeah I was having one of those why am I doing this moments this weekend and had a bad run. But when I take the time to focus on being healthy reaching my goals the time spent usually calms me down and puts me in a better mood to deal with family needs. (Today a good run!) My friend tells me you get a good return for what you put in to running. I believe it!

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SStrayer

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4. Sep 9, 2009 7:52 PM

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Re: Starting c25k on 9/14...any takers?

thanks kdarold...i need to keep that in mind...you get what you give huh? i love to work out and run just havent in a while and was hoping to get some good vibes to get me back on track which is what i need to keep my head on straight...thanks for the feed back...hope your runs keep getting better too

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criticalcarern

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5. Sep 13, 2009 1:36 PM

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Re: Starting c25k on 9/14...any takers?

Hey, I totally feel your pain! We are almost peas in a pod, lol! I will be 31 on Tues. and have 1 dtg of my own and 2 "step-kids" who don't live here full time, and a boyfriend who is older than I, but can also run circles around me! I sustained a knee injury back in Feb. when we were in Utah and was off of work for 10 wks, My left quad had basically wasted away to nothing by the time I returned to work, along with the 20lbs. I had gained from sitting on the couch "as prescribed". I started biking this summer, but I used to be a runner and figured this would be a great way to get back into it. I am also looking for someone to keep me motivated and accountable. I technically started today with day 1 and it went well. I hope that possibly we could do this together. Any questions let me know! I am curious... where do you live?

Stacey

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New@Thisrunning

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6. Sep 13, 2009 2:56 PM

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Re: Starting c25k on 9/14...any takers?

Hi SSTRAYER. I am a 32 yr old mother of one and also looking to chat with others like me. i just started running (not to lose weight) but to live a healthier lifestyle. Would love to chat whenever you would like.

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SStrayer

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7. Sep 13, 2009 6:39 PM

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Re: Starting c25k on 9/14...any takers?

Hey guys!!! I'm so glad I got some replies out here...I was wondering if I was alone on this...I'm starting w1d1 tomorrow during my lunch...like I said I dont have much time to run during the week so I'm giving up my lunch to do so...I'm so super excited about starting to run tomorrow...I am the type who has to have her head screwed on right to get back into running...my husband is home only on the weekends and we are going to try some trail running this weekend too...again, he will and and can run circles around me like no body's business lol...any who...glad I found some other like me... also I live in Tennessee for now...will be moving to Florida is a lil over 6 wks, when my husband had to move again for more training...

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KrisDrake

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8. Sep 13, 2009 7:26 PM

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Re: Starting c25k on 9/14...any takers?

Best to you when you get started tomorrow! I just finished a Couch to 5K program the end of May. I am still running with a group of 10 women and we are starting to work toward a 1/2 next spring. It is the best thing I ever did. Great friends and have lost weight as well. You go!!

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SStrayer

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9. Sep 14, 2009 6:18 PM

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Re: Starting c25k on 9/14...any takers?

thanks krisdrake, w1d1 was great!! I really enjoyed it...cant wait to do day 2...It felt great!! I forgot how much I enjoyed running...but this ole gal was wore out for sure..but it sure did give me a big bust for the rest of my day...thanks for the encouragement

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FitHungryGurl

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10. Sep 14, 2009 7:05 PM

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Re: Starting c25k on 9/14...any takers?

No need to feel guilty ab out taking time to take care of yourself. Remember, if you don't do it now, you may not be there for your children in the long run. Besides, we all deserve time to ourselves. It keeps us grounded.

C25K is a great program as long as you don't mind the stopping and starting. I've done it in the past and it worked ok, but now I find it a bit annoying so I am trying something new.

"It is never to late to be what you might have been." - George Eliot

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SStrayer

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11. Sep 14, 2009 7:09 PM

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Re: Starting c25k on 9/14...any takers?

fithungrygurl...if I may ask...what are you trying now?

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FitHungryGurl

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12. Sep 14, 2009 7:45 PM

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Re: Starting c25k on 9/14...any takers?

I am actually doing time trials rather than the C25K. Basically, I run till exhaustion, then the next day I add another minute to my time. I am trying to increase my running by increasing my time, rather than paying attention to distance.

"It is never to late to be what you might have been." - George Eliot

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Devnzac

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13. Sep 15, 2009 8:37 AM

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Re: Starting c25k on 9/14...any takers?

I am starting today! I am 35 so a bit ahead of you... and need to lose about 25 pounds as well. I have had some health issues over the past few years and gained some weight. I HATE running.. ok I hate excersize but as I get older I realize I have to do it. I have a younger boyfriend who is a bodybuilder and there is no way I could keep up with him. I have 2 very athletic boys nearly 10 & 15 and I can't keep up with anyone.... so I have to do this. I got some comfy running shoes last time I was in SF as my feet were killing me so it is time to put them to good use.

Ok.... just eating my breakfast.... then in about an hour time to run... ugh

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SStrayer

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14. Sep 15, 2009 10:29 AM

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Re: Starting c25k on 9/14...any takers?

devnzac: So...how was it?! I hope you had a great 1st day...I can tell you for me I have to have me head right before I can keep myself going...You saying you hate to run or workout... try looking at the glass half full side of this...if you don?t enjoy it even just a lil you are going to have a hard time... I can tell you that after day 1 yesterday I'm a lil sore but not as bad as I thought...i opt'ed out of wearing the heels to work today...I sit most of my day at work so the getting up and down is bringin' on a lil pain today...I hope you had a good run...let me know how it went...I know its hard to stay motivated, I'm the worst for that, that's why I'm on here...to find other like me...I dont need to drop major pounds but 20-25 would make me happy...and like you my husband looks so good he makes me look bad lol...

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