So I almost signed myself up for a 5k. The only thing stopping me was thinking about the shape I’m in. It would give me something to work for… That’s a good idea. I just don’t know if I’m up for it. I could be if I pick one that gives me about a month to train. I’d at least be able to walk it at that point. Hmm… I might need a babysitter. That’s easy enough to come by. It wouldn’t be for long. I think that I can counter every reason that I have to not do it. That could only mean that I should sign up. If I have to pay to register, then that’ll keep me from backing out.
Has anyone tried the Couch to 5k program? How’d it go?
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I’m doing it right now and its fantastic! I’m doing cross-training or strength training, whatever its called and thats the only part that has my entire body in pain. Other then that I would feel fantastic. It starts out on the easy side to build your confidence then it adds in the real work. Give it a shot!
Thanks for the feedback. There seems to be a lot of apps and sites for the plan. I could use a good workout.
I tried a couch to 5K program and it worked! I ran my first 5K without stopping and I was very proud of myself (I’m not naturally a runner). Best of luck!
I am not a natural runner. Even when I played soccer all of the time, I struggled. Hopefully it’ll go better as an adult since it is something that I actually want to do.
Good for you for making the effort to change! I’m sure you’ll see results. C25K is incredible and doesn’t rush.
I can handle not rushing. I’ve now downloaded an app. I’ll make tomorrow day one.
I have not tried couch to 5k, but I have several friends who have and they loved it. I think you should sign up for a turkey trot on Thanksgiving. It is a fun run and if you want to run for time you can and if you just want to have a good time you. It is a great first run!
I did see Thanksgiving runs in my list. I’ll check the list again tomorrow… That would be a good time of year too, cool crisp air.
i’m using “get running” iphone app, that is a couch to 5km run/coaching app. So far it’s great, i’m in week 3 of the program, and running/walking inbetween 3-5 km every other morning. Check out my blog for details
That’s great! I’m still trying to find an app that I really like. I’ve been using two. I dropped runkeeper since it couldn’t seem to find my location. I’ll check out your blog.