Runner 61 I finished C25K on Thursday. I amazed myself after struggling to run for a minute 9 weeks ago. The programme really works if you stick with it. Still running with Laura on the graduate podcasts.
I'm not doing the NHS app (am using the BBC Get Inspired app). Currently on W8. Will I still be able to have a badge when I finish the programme next week!!!!
I'm using the same app! I'm running with my daughter and her friend... they are my biggest motivation.. so proud of them, they are age 14 and on a mission!! 😍
I completed a Redrock Apps 5K app in April 2017. I am now running as much as 90 minutes. Participating in a 5K on May 13th and have ran the course a few times already. Is their such thing as a graduate who completed a 5K program outside of NHS?
A little history:
The Redrock app I used was a 7 week program. I stated it April 1 2016. Shortly thereafter, I stumbled on this forum and fell in love with it.
I was already running 30 minutes by May 8 of that same year. One day, I just didn't feel like stopping, so I didn't until I felt I needed to. 30 minutes had gone by.
The 5K was to be on that Saturday, May 14th. On May 8, I kicked a piece of metal siding on accident, barefooted and slice the ball of my right foot open. I couldn't run the 5K.
I went on a vacation and during that, in June, I developed a chronic knee problem. I did an 8 week Physical Therapy program starting in August 2016.
November and December were travel times and on Jan 8th of 2017, I started the 5K program again, beginning with W1R2.
I did W4R1 4 times because the terminology changed from jog to run. That didn't work, so I just continued the program with a combo of jogging and running, focusing on keeping my effort level at a pace where I could finish each session.
On March 31st, April 7th and April 8th, I successfully ran 30 minutes each time. I had the long break between March 31 and April 7 due to shin pain from pushing myself too hard. (Had I been here, I know I would have been counseled to just stick with the program)
After a year long absence, I revisited this forum which was such an encouragement and motivator for me last year. I guess I was shy to return too soon lest I get injured again and bonk again.
Now, I am taking it much easier. I learned about consolidating here since I have returned. So, I am sticking to my current level for a few weeks, then I'll jump into a 10K program at the appropriate level and work on completing that. 1st, I need to complete the 5K Run coming up on Saturday may 14th.
Hi I completed W9R3 this morning, have found it brilliant as couldn't run at all 9 weeks ago. Really pleased to have found this forum as think it will help me carry on. Can I have a badge please? Tracey997
hi folks doubletap here , i have completed all 9 weeks and extended the last run to 5k in 48 mins. i done it via the phone app and not the web site hope that still counts
Hi I have just completed run 3 week 9, I have not been using the podcasts just good old fashioned stopwatch to time my runs, do I still graduation badge. I have been using the forum for advice and motivation, it has helped a lot. My user name is Shotley49
Hello Nervous newbie here. Finished Wk 9 run 3 today! What a great programme and wonderful forum 🙂. I am planning to change my username. Do I need to wait until then for my graduation badge?
Hi, I graduated using the zenlabs C10K app. The 30 mins/5k "graduation" happens at week 8, which I completed around a month ago
Currently I'm running 5-7k every other day and doing the Weymouth Parkrun on Saturdays. I was planning to do a 10K a the end of this month but that will depend on progress. The step up from 5k to 10k may take me a little longer, I think.
Hi. Is this where I claim my graduate badge? Finally completed week 9 run 3 having spent the last two weeks on the injury couch but today I did it! Woo hoo.
Hi. I completed week9 run 3 this morning for the third time and would like to have a graduation badge please.
I discovered c25k about three years ago. I completed the programme, had a long break and then did it again with another break following.
I decided to try again from February 2017 and have stuck with the programme since then . This is the second time I have completed week 9 this year. Even though I am a very slow runner
I should begin to look for new challenges like park runs but so nervous to run in a group. I guess when the time is right.
In which case this badge is extremely well deserved. Well done.... perhaps initially just aim for 30 minutes 3 times a week until you feel ready for anything else? 😎
Thank you very much. I was really pleased to receive my badge. Yes I am aiming to run 2-3 times a week for 30minutes and improve from there.
I have also attempted training for 5km. 3 attempts and best time was 44 mins. Will keep you all posted with my progress. This forum is really motivating for one to keep running. Thanks
Razzledazzle100. Pleaae can I graduate. I can't believe I've just finished week 9. Feeling great, ready to extend my run until I get to 5k rather than 30 mins!
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