Couch to 5k

[southernqt 236]

I was around 315lbs when I started my C25k program. I wasn't really sure about doing it but I'm glad I did. I did the 9 week program and ran my first 5k in August of this year! Its made running an addiction for me and I still run 3x a week. Its def an awesome program and gets you ready to run a 5k!!

I'm glad to hear that. That let's me know that I can probably do it too! Thank you :-)

[AmineR8705 140]

I'm glad to hear that. That let's me know that I can probably do it too! Thank you :-)

No problem! Just ease into the first week or two and then you should become used to it! I was never a runner prior to the whole 5k stuff but I can say I'm somewhat of a runner now!

[chimboree26 24]

I really want to do this. I am at 274 right now, but I really think I can do this. And for me, now that it is Fall, it may be a bit easier. I don't do well with the heat. I would love to start with you and we can help encourage one another.

[AmineR8705 140]

I really want to do this. I am at 274 right now' date=' but I really think I can do this. And for me, now that it is Fall, it may be a bit easier. I don't do well with the heat. I would love to start with you and we can help encourage one another.[/quote']

You can do it! Just take it easy at first and make sure you drink plenty of Water before you run!

[catfish87 3,471]

It's amazing what your body can handle. I just kept repeating, "it's not your body giving out, it's your mind"

/\ /\ This! You CAN do it. The finish line is not as difficult to reach, once you get past the starting line...Congrats!

[LapbandLo 294]

I tried but I have exercise induced asthma! So I was miserable about 5 minutes in. My insurance runs out soon so I'm gonna see about getting an inhaler because I would LOVE to learn to run. Right now I'm fast walking and it's ok.

[runt71 70]

I just downloaded the app! Does anyone know where my mp3 player is??? I put it up so I wouldn't lose it!!!!

[bassetluv 22]

I'm not doing C25K exactly but I'm doing a walk/jog program. Right now I jog 2 min, walk 2 min 7 times. Will probably do that for another week then up it to jog 3, walk 2. I signed up for a 2 mile run in early November to help me stay motivated. I used to be able to run 3 miles at a time back when I lost a bunch of weight on Weight Watchers. I'm looking forward to eventually getting back there.

[LessLee 119]

I am on week 4 of this program. Would love some buddies.

[AmineR8705 140]

I just downloaded the app! Does anyone know where my mp3 player is??? I put it up so I wouldn't lose it!!!!

Depends how the app is setup. Might need to go into the settings of the app and have it sync with. I usually just start Pandora or whatever music I'm listening to and then start the c25k app.

[Redesigned_Curves 312]

Oh wow that's a long time to run! When you first started could you alternate the running and walking?

Yes - I think the first day/week you run for 60sec and walk for 90. The great thing is you can repeat days if you need to. My goal was to never have to repeat a day, but the day they took me from running 8mins straight to running 20mins I had to do twice. I nailed it the second time and honestly looking back probably could/should have done it the first time but my head got in the way.

[chimboree26 24]

Guess who just completed her first day of C25K? Woohoo! I'm so proud of myself. And I feel pretty good...now. LOL. I had to work to finish, but I did. I encourage you to do it if you've been thinking about it. Just start and take it one step at a time.

[michpell39 399]

Congratulations , I am always impressed by runners, I workout a lot could never get in to running

[Redesigned_Curves 312]

Guess who just completed her first day of C25K? Woohoo! I'm so proud of myself. And I feel pretty good...now. LOL. I had to work to finish, but I did. I encourage you to do it if you've been thinking about it. Just start and take it one step at a time.

Awesome Job!!! Keep at it and I promise you it is the best feeling ever! I finished the program week before last and it was probably one of my proudest moments. You can do it! If you need an accountability partner, i'm here I am starting the 10k program today.

[chimboree26 24]

Awesome Job!!! Keep at it and I promise you it is the best feeling ever! I finished the program week before last and it was probably one of my proudest moments. You can do it! If you need an accountability partner, i'm here I am starting the 10k program today.

Thanks for the offer! And CONGRATS to you for finishing the 5K and moving on to the 10K. That is great. I would love having someone help keep me on track.