At the risk of a second moany post (sorry!) I need some advice.
I started C25k in August 2013, graduated in November and have been running twice a week since (except for a 3 week hiatus over xmas). I try and edge up my distance on one run (up to 6.5km at present) and run 30mins on the second (with the aim of getting fast enough to do a sub 30min 5k).
I have always said that I didn't start this to lose weight, and I didn't but if anything I feel like I have gained about 5-7lbs and its not muscle, I haven't toned up at all and if anything my clothes feel tighter!
I just got into a real funk yesterday. I can't understand how going from running not at all to running over 10k a week wouldn't even result in marginal weight-loss, or even toning..
I'm 33, 5ft 6 and around 10stone (140lbs). I generally eat well (no crisps, choc, sweets, cakes) although I do like my wine and beer but generally not in excess and only on the weekend.
Just can't really figure out whats going on, and feel a bit cheated that I seem to be getting bigger!
Thanks for letting me rant.
On the upside after my last 'bad run' todays was a good 6.5k, a minute faster than the last and a pb on part of the route so there is a silver lining..
I gained weight at first but that was because I was running 60 seconds and then eating when I got home. You have to run for a lot longer than that before you burn any calories! I think to lose weight you have to cut down more and have a healthier lifestyle in general, and run longer distances, for the weight to shift. Also you need to run every other day! You said you run twice a week and then not for 3 weeks over Christmas. If you watch your diet and run every other day, increasing your distance by 3-5 minutes per run- if you can manage that comfortably - then you might start seeing some difference to your weight and shape. Things don't happen overnight, but if you're patient and stick with it then you'll get to where you want to be. Happy running