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Shirley S.
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From ouside to inside..

posted about 2 years ago | Report

I am in week 8 of the C25K app and, like Vicki, have lost inches and feel so much better. I started--not as a way to lose weight although that is a nice benefit--but to sleep better. I am 52 and have had trouble sleeping since menopause hit a few years ago. So far, I can say it has worked--am sleeping better and am glad to get my "old" self back.

I have been running outside on the trails of my local rec center here in Chapin, SC. Since it has turned colder, I am using the treadmill in my house. So far I am only going for endurance so I have not changed the incline or pace. Not sure if this will make a difference but wonder if anyone else has had this experience and can give advice on how to make sure I am challenging myself.

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  • Vicki D.
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    My treadmill stinks so I can't even change the incline - I do try to work on my pace however so I know what certain speeds "feel like" I also read Runners world to learn about training options - like short bursty stretches and long consistent runs. I hope someone will give some thoughts to both of us although I'm just happy mine runs!

    posted about 2 years ago | Report

  • Ella
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    When I run on a treadmill, I give myself a day or two at an "easier" pace, since its MUCH different than running outside. Once I'm used to running on the treadmill, I would change up my pace in between intervals. For example, I'm on week 3 of the C25K right now so I'm running 1.5 minutes, then walking, then running 3 minutes. So I would run at 5.5 for my first interval, then maybe I'd push it up to 5.8 for my next. Its easy to work less on a treadmill, because it pulls you along, so I'd LIKE to think that changing my pace keeps me more engaged.

    posted about 2 years ago | Report

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