Hi there,

I've recently been doing a lot of research on C25K and trying to hear others feedback on the program. Although I'm not a new runner, I have been running/walking for about 20-30 minutes 5 or 6 days a week for the past 8 months or so. My problem is that I'm a slow runner and would like to improve my time and endurance and apparently this program helps exactly that, ALOT. So I think I'm going to start this program on sunday the 23rd as well . I'm really anxious to see if the program is as succesful for me as it is for everyone else I've been reading about. I'm looking forward to being able to increase my distance and endurance!

-Allie

That's such a shame your foot had to interrupt when you were making great progress. You are so right, it always seems like a minor setback becomes major when it comes to running and all the progress gets kicked to the curb. I guess it's good to know that you can already make it so far in the program before you had to stop. I'm sure you'll do even better than last time!

When I was reading around about the program I read alot that you should let other people know that you're starting the program, because then it's harder to quit. So then I stumbled upon your post and figured it would be perfect, since we would be on the same pace as well.

I'll probably be nervous about those straight 20 minute runs as well. I always had to break up my running with a few minutes of walking, usually I run/jog a mile and then walk a few minutes to catch up with myself. I'm hoping this program can fix that, as I'm sure it will since that's what it's designed for! it's good to know someone else will be ont he same track

Hi guys

I am starting the program on Monday and was hoping to find a group starting out with me. I used to run quite a bit before I had my kids (now 1 and 3 yrs old). Since my second baby, I have developed some very unhealthy habits (not exercising, drinking way too much diet soda, etc.) and needed something structured to get me back on track. I really enjoyed running so much then but feel so out of shape now. I am hoping that I can just follow the plan precisely at first and not over do it too much so I stick with it and see results. I am also doing a cross training program to help lose about 20 pounds.

Good luck on your runs tomorrow! Can't wait to hear about them:)

I am working tomorrow and my days are 17 hours long when you count the driving 2 hours each way and working 12 hours. Not sure how I am going to get my runs in on those days but I am determined to figure it out.

Thanks!

Krissie

I'm actually following the training schedule from the book The Nonrunner's Marathon Guide for Women: http://www.keplers.com/book/9781580052054 today and was looking for a group of runners that could share the frustration with any type of training program.

Mind if I hang here? Tonight is the big shoe buying event for me!

Hi Everyone,

I just started back to C25k yesterday after a VERY long break.  I've been through a lot of medical stuff in the last year or so and since that helped me gain weight/get out of shape, I'm now trying to "get back" to where I should be.  I started Weight Watchers last week and this week, it's time to kick things up and get back to running.  I used to be very active, even was a running coach.  Now, I'm definitely completely out of shape.  So, I'm excited to meet all of you who are starting out on this program together.  Last time I did this was at least a year--maybe a year and a half ago.  I was a lot lighter, which made it easier.  I'm looking forward to using this program to reach my weight loss goal.    Last night was just day 1 and even though I was red and breathing heavily at the end, I'm surprisingly not too sore today. 

Allie, glad your first day went well, too!

Happy Sunday everyone!

Jen

Hi everyone,

I'll be starting today as well. I originally started the program April 3rd and was moving slowly through my second extended week when I started to get really bad knee pain. It was totally devastating - I was crying as I walked back to my car and everything. So I sat it out, iced my knees, and invested in a quality pair of running shoes from a speciality store. My last day running was April 20th, so it's been a full month. I've gotten lazy, only been exercising sporadically, and have gained back all the weight I lost while I was still doing C25k. I have my 1st race on June 5th which I plan to run/walk, and another on August 21st.

About me: 24, female, recent college graduate, working 2 part-time jobs, live in Philadelphia. 5'4", 155 lbs (down from 185!).

We can do it!

-Tess