Week 9 Run 3, Couch 2 5 K, Done it - WoooooHooooo

[GettingFitter]

It was tough but today I did it. My 3rd run of Week 9. Max heart rate down, average heart rate down, speed a bit down (miles also down but managed to complete 3.2 in the 30 mins). This programme is excellent and I know it improves fitness which is what I wanted. My own personal (stupid) target of running 5k in under 27 mins could have derailed me but I achieved it and also think it gave me something to shoot for.

I can't remember who posted runningformyexistence.com/h... (was it GJ?) but it really helped me push for those final minutes in the runs - you know the ones that last a lot longer than you think. If you need inspiration have a look at it. Thank you to the original poster.

My next big challenge is to keep fitting 3 runs in a week and staying off the couch.

I used to be known as NotYetFitEnuf but I definitely think I've turned a large corner with GettingFitter

THANK YOU TO ALL YOU FELLOW RUNNERS who have helped inspire and keep me on track and as Laura says Happy Running

[misswobble Graduate]

Well done GF!!!! You need to apply for your Graduate Badge if you've not already done so

So, how does that feel then? I bet you're as proud as punch, and relieved that you've done it. I think we've all got fitter and a bit thinner on the way to week 9. I certainly feel like a totally different person from when I started

I hope you continue to run. You will find a way to fit the runs in if you really want to. I'm hooked on running now and go nuts if I can't get out there. Are you moving up to the Couch+ podcasts. There are three of them and you can do those as your introduction to longer runs and to support the runs you've already got under your belt

[GettingFitter Graduate in reply to misswobble]

Brilliant. Thanks for the suggestions I'll take a look

[lizziebeth57 Graduate]

Congratulations! It's a great feeling isn't it, and I am pretty sure you will keep on getting fitter and fitter. As for keeping going, maybe take a few weeks just to consolidate then have another goal? Rfc's quests ( pinned post on the right hand side) have always helped me. One little piece of advice would be don't try to ramp it up to soon, but otherwise...happy running!

[GettingFitter Graduate in reply to lizziebeth57]

Thank you. There's definitely a warm glowing feeling - off up to London to celebrate.

[Ullyrunner Graduate]

Woohoo indeed! Congratulations. And what a fantastic speed too.

The way to make sure you stick at it is to find what is enjoyable for you - it's different for all of us. Either distance, speed, races, playing around with pace, heart rate etc - there's a whole world out there. Mix it up a bit to find what you enjoy most.

[GettingFitter Graduate in reply to Ullyrunner]

Thanks ullyrunner I'm sure I'll find something

[paul2014 Graduate]

Congratulations and a massive WELL DONE Great time and distance. My target is the 5k in 30 minutes and if I achieve that then I'll be more than happy. Well done, again.

[GettingFitter Graduate in reply to paul2014]

Thanks Paul good luck with your target

[paul2014 Graduate in reply to GettingFitter]

Thanks

[misswobble Graduate]

Oh I see your badge! Yay, it looks fab. Really suits you. Enjoy your celebrations. Take care!!

[GettingFitter Graduate in reply to misswobble]

Thanks Misswobble it does look shiny

[AncientMum Graduate]

Congrats GF, really well done. Now spend a couple of days basking in your achievements before launching yourself into the next phase of your running adventure. Good luck

[GettingFitter Graduate in reply to AncientMum]

Thanks EpicMum

[Hidden]

Well done! The badge looks great... Happy post-graduate running!

[GettingFitter Graduate in reply to Hidden]

Thanks aussiegtc

[Miles_Yonder Graduate]

Congratulations, GF! Very well done indeed; you've made brilliant progress! And how your shiny shiny graduation badge suits you! Time for celebration now; how about treating yourself to some nice new running gear to mark your wonderful achievement?

Well done and happy running, always.

[GettingFitter Graduate in reply to Miles_Yonder]

Thanks MY I was thinking about a trip to runtolive for gait analysis and some new shoes

[I_will Graduate]

Yay! Congratulations GettingFitter! 5k in less that 27 mins?!?! Wow, that's some going!

Big thumbs up

[GettingFitter Graduate in reply to I_will]

Cheers I_will. Good luck with the programme. It works - abit like ronseal it does what it says on the tin C25K

[GettingFitter Graduate]

Thanks KK

[waletta Graduate]

Well done on graduating. I think you'll find that it was Sallycycle that posted the link. It is inspirational.

[GettingFitter Graduate in reply to waletta]

Brilliant thanks waletta and Sallycycle

[azharalkindi Graduate]

Well done, very motivating post. Keep up and maintain the achievement of your hard work. Happy running