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Definitely possible! C25K is a great program...about a year ago I don't think I could have run a minute straight without being fairly winded (sad, I know!). Anyways, my best advice is find a plan, stick with it, and don't over do it from the get go. Work it into your schedule like you would anything else of importance. DM is a fantastic site for support and the more experienced are always willing to help and answer questions. Anyways, best of luck and FR sent if you are interested in some friends for support!
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C25K is short for Couch to 5K, so it is meant for people who don't run. It's a great program for beginners. I completed it myself. You basically, do intervals of running and walking. Each week the running intervals get longer, and the walking intervals get shorter and less frequent.
A lot of people quit part way through because they sometimes think the next week's run is too daunting. It may seem that way when you first start it, but you will surprise yourself. Just run at whatever pace you can, and slow down if you have to. Just keep running, and don't walk until it says you should. Make sure you take the days off between your runs that the program calls for. This allows your body to recover, and rest before your next run. By the end of the program you'll be amazed at how little you could run at the start.
One way to help you stay motivated to complete the program is to sign up for a race.answered 4 months ago |Report
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Patience, positivity and passion; that's all you need. Patience is important for your body. Too much too soon is the surest way to get injured and nothing is more frustrating than being injured. Pay very close attention to the signals your body is sending you and do what you have to do to keep yourself healthy. A training program like C25K is a good resource to start with. Positivity is where your brain comes in. It sounds like you're excited about starting to run, which is awesome. Having a specific goal (such as choosing a race on a set date) I find makes it easy to keep up my motivation. Tracking your training is also important. As Ed mentioned, pretty soon you'll marvel at the change in your ability. Passion, though, is the most important in my opinion. Just keep loving it. Find picturesque and peaceful places to run, maybe treat yourself to some fancy running gear, anything to make your running a happy experience. And don't be afraid to lean on people for support, every runner you meet will understand because they were all new at one point!
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Couple of things helped me. One is to have goals, do the C25K then look at other races. Having a number of races planned during the year helps ensure you get out and train.
Looking better. I lost 14 pounds, sleep better and feel better.
Check your running style. I entered two 10k races last year and i was quicker on the hilly one. Looked on youtube about correct running stance. Turns out i was overstepping and landing on my heel. On the the the hilly race i was landing on the front pad. Had to change my style but since then I have managed a 15k and am booked for a half marathon and will decide at the end of the month whether to do a marathon! 6 months ago i would not have thought it possible.
Also posting on here helps. Seeing how others are doing doing and entering the monthly challenges means you will end up "just going for a quick run" so you can add an extra couple of miles.
Finally enjoy it.answered 4 months ago |Report
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You are just starting out, don't run too fast, if you can't talk and run you are running too fast. There are workouts that will leave you breathless, don't worry about them, you have plenty of time to run those after you find your groove and can cover the distances you want to.
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Very possible! I did C25K this past summer with my 12-year old daughters. We did every single workout and got through it. Then in the fall we ran five different 5K races together and then I moved onto a 10K program and did one of those too :)
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On the session posted you are almost there but of course I appreciate you want to get better and I think you will find a few like minds on DM, FR sent
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I just started running a few months ago. I've been biking for years but my first mile run I still had to stop twice and my early times were all super slow. As long as you keep on working at it I'm sure you wil be amazed at what you can do over time. I didn't use the C25k method, but it seems like a good one. Set attainable goals to strive for and give yourself a big ole pat on the back when you reach one.
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You'll do great. It is really encouraging once you get going on C25K. I agree with the others who say to make sure you don't go too fast. Good luck!
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It's totally possible. I could barely run one minute when I started, you just have to believe in yourself and have patience. When you first start out you should never be out of breath. If you start to get out of breath, slow down or stop. That's my advice. :)
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You can do it! Make sure to get a good pair of running shoes. Go to a Athlete's Foot or someplace that specializes in knowing how to analyze your gait. It's well worth it. Start with small goals (running around the block non-stop) and build from there. Within 6 months I went from not being able to run a mile to running in a half-marathon. Stick with it!
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I will be starting on my second go of C25k Monday. Good luck with yours. Maybe we can keep each other motivated. FR sent
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no one is born running! everyone on here started from zero at some point! my advice is to just get out there and do a 5k as soon as possible. you want to be trained, but you can take it pretty easy on a 5k if you need. The thing that finally turned me into a runner was finishing my first 5k. the experience of running a race, being around tons of other runners and banners and ballons and all the excitment puts it in your blood, gives you a hunger to keep going and doing more! just keep signing up for races and have them as set goals!!!
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C25K will most definitely get you running a 5K in no time. It's probably the smartest and most effective method for someone who has very little running experience.
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Start out slow. Don'worry about pace that will come in time. Also just starting out couch to 5k
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couch to 5K is a great place to start. Take it one work out at a time and you will do it!
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My wife and I did C25k, did about 3 5ks, a 15k, then a marathon (we skipped the half). I did a half last year and I'm itching to do something new. This spring I'm going to do an 8k, a 25 mi bike ride, and maybe either a 2 miler or 10k. My wife and I went from being "non-runners" to people who feel like we are missing something out of our life when we go too many days without running. In a few weeks we are going to spend a long weekend in Manhattan and plan on running every morning.
Just do C25K and if you don't get hooked I would be VERY suprised!
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The C25K seems to be a very popular plan to get started. I personally didn't use it but many people here on DM talk highly of it. I think just build slowly to give your body a chance to adjust to the pounding that running consists of. Good luck! FR sent!
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You can! When I started I was 50 lbs overweight and could not run 3 minutes on the treadmill. I stuck with it, lost the weight, ran a 5k then the Great Aloha Run of 8.15 and finished in the top 1/3 out of 30,000 runners. And I am 54 years old....so, I KNOW you can do it! It's mostly mental. You have to be somewhat mental to do this! lol....:) Good luck! Oh yes, my first Half Marathon is April 1....
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C25K absolutely works! I started C25K in July 2010 and ran my first 5K that October. One year later in October 2011 I ran the Chicago Marathon and finished! It was hard work going from couch potato status to running the full 30 minutes with that program, but it was so rewarding and kick started my now love for running. You can do it!! FR sent.
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Stephanie...ABSOLUTELY! Last Jan (2011) I couldn't even run a mile. I was never a runner or too much of an athlete for that matter (I think I've become more athletic as I've aged), but I wanted to run a 5K before I turned 40 (June 2011). And I did! I've run 4 5Ks, 2 2Ks, a 10K and now I'm registered for 2 1/2s. It is possible. Take it slow, don't beat yourself up about little things and try to find a running buddy near you. It might take some time to find that running buddy, but it's worth it. Good luck to you!
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Hey there! I've tried C25K as well, and have stopped due to some medical issues. But I'd love to support you in your efforts! FR sent!
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Patience is necessary.I remember when I couldn't run 100yards without my side killing me.I run marathons now.Having 5K goal is a good goal and following a good progam will help you to reach your goal.FR sent
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My only tip - get out there and put one foot in front of the other. Happy running.
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Walk - Jog - Run
Walk faster then when you get used to it, move on to jogging from short distances then to farther distances. You will feel your stamina and endurance getting better as you do it more and more. Then you can run, slower to faster ... now as you gain experiences you can go short distance running to far distances.
Always equip yourself with a lot of " Willpower " it's not your body, it's in your mind.
FR Sent.
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