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C25K

Elsa1984Elsa1984 member
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Who has done it? How far did you get into the program? Were you running before starting the program? Are you able to run 5K now?
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  • missyisheremissyishere member

    I was going to start C25k, but I came to the realization I had to train according to my own comfort.  I found I progressed much faster than the C25k plan entails.  My plan was simple: run as far as I could for as long as I could at a comfortable pace.  I would run until I felt I needed to walk.  I started running probably .8 mile, then I made it to a mile, then a mile and a half, and so on.  I can now run a 5k, and I've been training since late September.  Although, I found running on a good machine or outside is much easier than just running anywhere. 

    I will add I have asthma, and I was a former smoker (smart, I know).  This new habit has helped me in so many areas.  I literally cannot go a few days without running, and it makes me never want to smoke again. 

    I would say go at a pace you feel comfortable and don't judge how fast or slow you go.  A 13 minute mile is a MILE! It's hard work and takes some dedication regardless of how fast or slow your pace is.  Good Luck and keep on keepin' on!



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  • morsey2011morsey2011 member
    I did the training program. I actually think around week 7, I started running 3 miles. If I remember right, it's a 9 week program. Anyway, I really liked it. I was really out of shape and have never ran. I started it around September and ran a 5K the week before Thanksgiving. I recommend it.
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  • kagl08kagl08 member

    I did it. I made it to week 4. I was running better than I ever thought I could! I have never ran a second before that in my life. 

    Im so upset I quit. Life got busy. I'm having surgery in 2 weeks, then 10 days recovery time. After that I'm hitting the treadmill again! I seriously can't wait!! I highly recommend the program. I'm planning to run a 5K in the spring/early summer.  

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  • jonnygurl76jonnygurl76 member
    I did it, I will run my last C25k run this week. It took me 4 months to complete it because I took my time and repeated weeks if I felt I needed it. I haven't ran since high school, almost 20 years ago. I am under my pre babies weight and in the best shape of my adult life. I will be running my first 5k this spring or summer. 
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  • Elsa1984Elsa1984 member
    Good to know! Thanks ladies! I am on Week 1 Day 2 so far, and each time I think I cannot go any longer, I somehow manage to finish the run!
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