Daily Exercise
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lorlypop
Full Member
I'm loving it too, in spite of myself - it helps when you have friends who go too.. Although my weight hasn't shifted since I joined 6 weeks ago.. 
definitely feel a bit more toned & sleeping like a baby! Couch 2 5k is a great start for those who have never been able to run 20 seconds before - I ran for 20 mins non stop the other day, something I would have never thought possible previously (there are a few apps, or you can download a podcast..) & For any "virgin activers", punch class is highly recommended too!
definitely feel a bit more toned & sleeping like a baby! Couch 2 5k is a great start for those who have never been able to run 20 seconds before - I ran for 20 mins non stop the other day, something I would have never thought possible previously (there are a few apps, or you can download a podcast..) & For any "virgin activers", punch class is highly recommended too!
DeeCe
Silver Member
You're probably building muscle, which is denser than fat! I find that I don't lose as much or stagnate without the gym.. before Christmas I barely had a lose due to my gym being closed for two weeks..and then in January it closed (and is still now, I have to trek elsewhere!) and I didn't lose...then lack of motivation kicked in...
I find that I don't lose as much or stagnate without the gym.. before Christmas I barely had a lose due to my gym being closed for two weeks..and then in January it closed (and is still now, I have to trek elsewhere!) and I didn't lose...then lack of motivation kicked in...
Maintainer
** Chief WITCH **
I've never enjoyed the gym... or any indoor exercise now that I come to think of it (I did used to swim regularly during my big weight loss, but my hair suffered!!)...
Getting up an hour earlier than I need for work happened gradually but now is my natural routine (weekends also, alas!)... it's too early for me to query whether I could/should do something else, and the feeling of well being after my walk to work (even when it's windy, cold, freezing even...) are so worth it. (nb: I don't do rain and I'm hearing suspicious pitter patterings on my window now grrr)
I arrive at work buzzing, happy, and calm for a day's work
Nearly 6Km in 55 mins yesterday morning, plus 20 mins last night checking out a restaurant's opening time
Getting up an hour earlier than I need for work happened gradually but now is my natural routine (weekends also, alas!)... it's too early for me to query whether I could/should do something else, and the feeling of well being after my walk to work (even when it's windy, cold, freezing even...) are so worth it. (nb: I don't do rain and I'm hearing suspicious pitter patterings on my window now grrr)
I arrive at work buzzing, happy, and calm for a day's work
Nearly 6Km in 55 mins yesterday morning, plus 20 mins last night checking out a restaurant's opening time
louschu
Full Member
I've never liked any kind of exercise in my life, that was until I discovered c25k last year. Since I finished the programme about 11 months ago I have been running 5k 3-4 times a week ( every night in the summer ). If I don't get out for my run I'm grumpy and miserable. If anyone had told me I would love running I would have laughed at them
DeeCe
Silver Member
Didn't see this
but I started really going to the gym when I started the diet...and I still enjoy it lots!I actually missed it when our gym had to close because of fire!
louschu said:
This program is great, isnt it? I didnt feel much like running today but i had to do it (I want to finish before I travel). I did week 7 day two, 26min nonstop! I have to pinch myself to believe it's happening!
How long does it take you to run 5k? I am still far from it I think. I did 36 min total today (10 min walking) and got 2.1 miles total.
SilverSilph
Silver Member
I love the Couch25K but I can't run it, I have to jog. Almost gave myself a stress fracture when I tried to up my pace over the first 2 weeks
I've fallen arches so I don't run in the most....graceful...of ways. I'll get to the 5K with jogging though Just waiting for my shins to heal a bit
I've fallen arches so I don't run in the most....graceful...of ways. I'll get to the 5K with jogging though
Just waiting for my shins to heal a bit
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louschu said:I'm not fast, it takes me about 25 minutes which I feel isn't bad for a non runner, I'm not really looking to increase my speed, I'm quite happy jogging along and it's helping me maintain my weight
That is great! It means you do 10km/hr!
My avrperage is 3.7miles/hour. Tried to increase today but feared to reaching my 26min target.
anjuschka
Dukan Ancestor!!
I'm not fast, it takes me about 25 minutes which I feel isn't bad for a non runner, I'm not really looking to increase my speed, I'm quite happy jogging along and it's helping me maintain my weight
Lou - give yourself some credit!! a pace of 5min per km is excellent - definitely RUNNING! I seem to average about 5.4, usually pass the 5k mark at about 28 minutes. And I do have to push myself - so you are doing great!
Nina - at this point in c25k don't worry about speed. You're doing great keeping going all that time. Once you have settled on the 30mins, and feel you can get faster, then try to speed up a little towards the end of your run (not at the beginning...). I just kept going as best as I could and have now slowly crept up to 28mins for 5k.
Depending on why you run, keeping going is the main thing. If you push yourself too hard too quickly, you might do yourself some damage too, or take the enjoyment out of running.
There is an (out-of-print) book I found useful/interesting: "No need for Speed" by john Bingham (I got it from the library).
http://www.amazon.co.uk/No-Need-Speed-Beginners-Running/dp/1405067241
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