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Loungers on the run: Couch to 5k to marathon and beyond
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I attempted a run today for the first time in ages. I thought I was going to die in the heat!
I did about 5k, alternating between jogging and walking. I nearly didn't recognise my face in the mirror when I got in, it was so red!
It felt good to get out again. I am definitely going to try to make it a regular thing. It's hard though as I've been working long hours and am supposed to be studying too.
Those urban trails look really interesting - I might sign up for the April 4k.
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HeidiHeidi wrote: »Went out with the Fit4Life group in the Phoenix Park tonight - and it was great! Lovely bunch of women just about my level of ability (or a bit better, which is even better!). And what an evening for it!
It was soooo much easier than plodding around on my own.
Thanks so much to whoever gave me the tipoff about the Fit4Life groups - seems like just what I needed!
(starmcmahon - where were you???)
Hello, raging i missed last night I got delayed in work on a stupid conference call with the US. I will def be there on Wednesday:) 0 -
starmcmahon wrote: »Hello, raging i missed last night I got delayed in work on a stupid conference call with the US. I will def be there on Wednesday:)
See you there, so! Stiff legs (very!) notwithstanding
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I'm here as well! Went out for a second session with the F4L crowd last Wednesday, and it was great!
Starmcmahon stood me up again
Doubt I'll make tonight's run - been on a very physical training course for the day and my legs are like jelly! But I'll do my best for Wednesday.0 -
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Good on you Kiera! I am still waiting to love running, actually I love it once I've finished it no run for me tonight, might see if I can offload the kids tomorrow & get out for quick run. My mental health suffering already & it's only day 1 of East hols. 0
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I started couch to 5k this evening, my first ever attempt at it. Week 1, day 1 complete I really enjoyed it too, was able to do it comfortably enough but definitely wouldn't have been able for more. I liked the instructions telling me when to run and when to walk. Being able to see the times on the phone screen really helped because when the running was getting too difficult for me there was usually only 10 seconds left so I managed to keep going.
I love the idea that if I keep this up I'll be able to run 5k by June 3rd.0 -
I started couch to 5k this evening, my first ever attempt at it. Week 1, day 1 complete I really enjoyed it too, was able to do it comfortably enough but definitely wouldn't have been able for more. I liked the instructions telling me when to run and when to walk. Being able to see the times on the phone screen really helped because when the running was getting too difficult for me there was usually only 10 seconds left so I managed to keep going.
I love the idea that if I keep this up I'll be able to run 5k by June 3rd.
Oh there is an app for this? Is that for iphone? I have a Nokia c7 i wonder would it work on my phone?0 -
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HeidiHeidi wrote: »I'm here as well! Went out for a second session with the F4L crowd last Wednesday, and it was great!
Starmcmahon stood me up again
Doubt I'll make tonight's run - been on a very physical training course for the day and my legs are like jelly! But I'll do my best for Wednesday.
I would appreciate if you would refrain from using my name in your posts. I dont even know you. Thanks in advance.0 -
yoooo hooo! It's been an age since I last posted.
It's now warm enough for me to run outside again without much needed body parts falling off.
Its about 15c outside and I did 7k in 41.05 I've done about 4 runs in the past few days and before that I'd not run for 6 months. I'm pretty damn pleased with myself. 0 -
squeakyduck wrote: »yoooo hooo! It's been an age since I last posted.
It's now warm enough for me to run outside again without much needed body parts falling off.
Its about 15c outside and I did 7k in 41.05 I've done about 4 runs in the past few days and before that I'd not run for 6 months. I'm pretty damn pleased with myself.
Wow squeakyduck that is awesome! If I ever did a 7k in 41.anything you'd all never hear the end of it!! I had lapsed badly in last 2 weeks and only hit the running again today. 'twas far from awesome but I did my usual route, think it's about 4.5km. Very tired now, not helped by toddler waking me at 4am this morn! Yawn :eek:0 -
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The rain is making my 2nd week of couch to 5k difficult.
Didn't go out at all on Monday or Tuesday evening. Attempted Wk2 Day 1 at lumchtime but gave up 6 minutes in due to rain, but committed to trying again this evening. 2nd attempt between the showers and the rain held off until I had only 6 mins 30 seconds left, all of which was walking. Having done the main running part I wasn't going to be defeated so I kept going and in the spirit of "Run fat Bi*ch, run" (anyone else reading it?) I repeated the mantra "you have a washing machine at home" and kept going....and workout complete.
I'll be so annoyed with myself if I don't get Wk 2 done this week.0 -
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The rain is making my 2nd week of couch to 5k difficult.
Didn't go out at all on Monday or Tuesday evening. Attempted Wk2 Day 1 at lumchtime but gave up 6 minutes in due to rain, but committed to trying again this evening. 2nd attempt between the showers and the rain held off until I had only 6 mins 30 seconds left, all of which was walking. Having done the main running part I wasn't going to be defeated so I kept going and in the spirit of "Run fat Bi*ch, run" (anyone else reading it?) I repeated the mantra "you have a washing machine at home" and kept going....and workout complete.
I'll be so annoyed with myself if I don't get Wk 2 done this week.
Well done! Fair play for doing it. I have two kids so sometimes getting soaked is my preference over nappy changing and toddler taming! Haven't read that book, heard the author on Tubridy one morn and she sounds eminently wise. Said something like you can forget EVER looking forward to exercising BUT do it anyway!! Makes sense to me, I hate exercise, only doing it so can continue to eat Creme Eggs and crisps. Speaking of which ......0 -
The rain is making my 2nd week of couch to 5k difficult.
Didn't go out at all on Monday or Tuesday evening. Attempted Wk2 Day 1 at lumchtime but gave up 6 minutes in due to rain, but committed to trying again this evening. 2nd attempt between the showers and the rain held off until I had only 6 mins 30 seconds left, all of which was walking. Having done the main running part I wasn't going to be defeated so I kept going and in the spirit of "Run fat Bi*ch, run" (anyone else reading it?) I repeated the mantra "you have a washing machine at home" and kept going....and workout complete.
I'll be so annoyed with myself if I don't get Wk 2 done this week.
I always make myself go out in the rain, and have gotten to like it for some reason
Like; "its raining outside I think I'll go for a run!" You feel as good as you do wet coming in for sure. 0 -
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On week 3 now, only one day of that left to do and I plan on doing it tomorrow. Was so happy when I managed to run for 3 full minutes this week but it's pathetic really. I'm shockingly unfit even though I'm not overweight.
I've looked at lots of other beginner programmes and they have people running for 5 minutes in the first week. There is no way I could have done that. Very unlikely even that I could do it now in week 3.
Only another week to go and I'll be half way through which I'm quite excited about.0 -
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RacoonQueen wrote: »Ladies, I'm running a meet and train group for the mini marathon in the Phoenix Park on Wednesdays if anyone is interested in joining us. It'll be aimed towards mini-marathon runners but even if you're not up to that standard I'll be able to cater the session for you as well as it'll be aimed towards people who aren't running the whole thing as well.
It would be preferable, but not essential, if you'd consider raising money for St. James Foundation if you are taking part.
If you want any info pm me. These are purely fun meet and train sessions. There's no pressure on anyone on pace, distance etc..
Just bumping this. Wednesday was a bit of a disaster, what with the rain an all. Again, anyone interested in a very friendly group run, give me a shout. Everyone is welcome. 0 -
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