Still horrendously overweight (despite losing 5 stone) and not exactly young any more, I decided to see if I could run without doing any damage, either to myself or the treadmill (still too nervous about my abilities to brave the big bad outside just yet).
That was about 4 weeks ago and I have taken it really sloooowly, gradually working my way into it.
It takes me a bit longer to complete each run as I need extra walk time to recover between intervals. I go laughingly slowly on the treadmill at the gym (seriously normal people WALK at the speed I run at), so I have ditched Laura and just do my own thing within the programme, sometimes repeating days if I feel I need to.
So, today, I completed W3D1 and it was harrrrrd, but I did it, my way obviously and I am dead chuffed about it!
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Oh my, that is hard going. Well done though, you have every right to be chuffed!
I used to go on the treadmill at work, but I could hear my feet pounding on the machine & was conscious of other staff around me, so I stopped going. Considering it's free, I am obviously wasting a resource! I wonder if there's a weight restriction - as I've never told them.
I'm pretty light but you'd never guess based on my treadmill thumping. That and my heavy breathing makes for awkward treadmill runs. Headphones and some good tunes solves both problems.
Well done for making a start. Just stick with it, really it is the best thing that I have ever done. Losing 5 stone already is fantastic and you must be feeling proud. It doesn't matter how many times you repeat a run and it doesn't matter how slow you go, just stick with it. Go at the speed that works for you. Just stick with it! Let us know how you get on, this forum is great for support and motivation. X 😊
Losing 5 stone is a fantastic achievement, well done. Just carry on as you are going slowly and steadily and progressing at your own pace, it isn't a race but a new way of life so there is no rush. Keep up the good work.
Thanks so much, it has been such a relief to get the weight off and two things have been in my head as goals, one was to be able to ride my bike again and the other has been to be able to run again. Both make me so happy!
Brilliant to find you on here aswell and well done for getting so far! You've motivated so many people on the weight loss forum, it will be a pleasure to cheer you on here aswell. You have my utmost admiration for tackling this, but you've obviously run before and know what fun it is! W3 already - fantastic! And just the right attitude.
Hi JaySeeSkinny - look at you all graduated and all! Congratulations!
I will definitely be outside soon, have been walking several possible routes so that I don't get lost when it comes time to run them. I intend to start running outside when I get to the longer running intervals as it will be much more fun!
In a couple of months you'll be graduated aswell! This running lark is quite addictive, I'm spending more time on here than I am trying to lose weight. Maybe because success is immediate.
Thanks Rob, it seems to be working, so I will carry on doing my thing, even if it is record-breaking in its speed, if there were any records for slowness!
well done to you is all I have to say, your doing brilliantly. At least you've been moving and getting into a routine of exercising, that is what I find the hardest, the motivation. They say if you do something for 25 days or more it becomes a habit so keep up the good work, well done.
Thanks, I have found exercising helps a lot with the weight loss and the weight loss has helped with exercising. Luckily I have the motivation, so now all I need to do is make it habit!
I know all the things I want to do in my head but just no motivation to do it, I have lost weight through eating better and now I need to do the exercising but I keep getting depression which isn't helping me in the motivation dept, at a loss.
Oh yes, depression is terrible for making you lose motivation (been there, and that is why I put all the weight on in the first place, grrr). At first, while I was barely able to move due to a lot of pain, it was a struggle, but my attitude was a little bit like Nike's "Just Do It" (it was sort of like taking medicine, I don't like doing it, but I know it makes me better) It gets easier and then you feel better and then the motivation comes.
Hi Clareed, I don't know if you are doing the programme or thinking about it but well done for the healthy eating and for sure exercise is a wonderful way to combat depression.
Well done, great that you are able to adjust the programme to your fitness level, well done. It is one of the most important skills to have to prevent injury through looking after your legs! When and if you go outside, you will be surprised, no one is very interested in us! I have not had any bad experiences because most people are too busy to notice!
I can understand that! I wear varifocals glasses most of the time but like to run with no glasses. I have to really concentrate to make sure I don't trip over tree roots, molehills, stand on a dog poo. Makes it like a challenge though.. My worst nightmare would be twisting my ankle but so far so good!
Amazing weight loss! Well done! And good luck with c25k. Have also been there with depression and stacked the weight on which I eventually lost, it takes a while to get back on track again doesn't it.. Don't take any notice of those who give up! determination and motivation will get you through, just come on here for motivation, there's buckets of it!😊
Good decision LTL. There will be times that you'll find it hard and you'll want to give up. When that happens just focus on your motivation. You can do this!
Thansk KOG - I didn't know you were a graduate too (it is a shame these badges don't carry over onto other forums).
I will just have to push through those "can't do it" times, I want to be able to run properly again so much. Feel quite determined and when I set out to do something I jolly well get it done!
Well done Lottolose- running is as individual as we each are and you have turned around your depression (I'm still struggling with that!) your weight (5 stone is amazing! I've lost two and feel chuffed!) and now your fitness levels- brilliant- and doing it in a treadmill too (I find them difficult!)- probably kinder for your legs as you get started... 😀
Thanks Rainshine, I must confess that I still struggle with the depression, but have learnt many ways to cope better. The biggest thing that has helped me is the exercise, if I can't workout, then I am very tetchy.
Welcome LTL. Sounds like you are one determined lady if you can lose 5 stone! I wouldn't want to miss my running now. I think you'll feel the same if you persevere with it. Post after your runs on here and we will try and keep you motivated. I think it is a great thing you are doing and I like the way you're adapting the programme to suit you better.
Sorry Im a bit late to your post , I just wanted to say a Massive Well Done to you on your weight loss , that is a fantastic achievement !
Welcome to the board ! Anything that youre not sure about or anything at all , please don't worry about asking . Keep posting as it really helps in keeping you motivated and focused , plus you can look back and see how far you have come !
The very best of luck to you . Keep going, youre doing great ! xxx
Wow!!!! Losing 5 stone is amazing in the first place, and to then begin the C25K. Honestly be proud of yourself. Doesn't matter how long it takes, everyone is different, but reading your post has definitely motivated me to keep going!
Thanks AnsterJ, I still feel a bit ashamed I got so heavy in the first place, but I am pleased these past 6 months of hard work have finally paid off and I can enjoy running at last!
Good luck with the programme, you are off to a great start!
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