Week 1 run 4 and 5

Hi all

So on Wednesday and today I have repeated the runs from week 1 to make sure that I’m complaining my full runs from week one

I feel great but I’m not sure if I’m ready to move on to week 2

I will try on Monday week 2 but if unable to complete I will have to keep going until I will eventually complete all runs and if needed I will repeat runs just like I did for week one

Since I have started running I feel more alive I have more energy I love every minute of it

And I have never thought I will ever say that

In pic is my day from my Apple Watch and also my run today

What you guys think about it

Is it much or not really

[ArthurJG Graduate]

The runs to repeat are the ones you don’t complete, not the ones you do. If you have fully completed week one you are ready for week two. That’s what week one is for. Each week gets you ready for the next one.

[Hidden in reply to ArthurJG]

I did not competed fully my first two runs that’s why I have repeated them

I was unable to run 🏃‍♀️ for full 60 sec in the first run and I did miss one 60 sec on my second run so I have repeated them

I know my body and if I feel I cannot run I will not be pushing myself because it’s very easy to get injured

So I keep doing what is best for myself and everyone is different

Some people are able to run for 3 min straight away on the week one

I’m on the other hand

I’m overweight and I’m on weight lose journey

Please see my previous posts to see my journey

[ArthurJG Graduate in reply to Hidden]

Yes I understood that you had repeated the first two but am I right in thinking that you have now done it successfully three times, not counting the two you didn’t complete?

I wasn’t saying you shouldn’t have repeated the incomplete runs. Of course you were right to do that as you hadn’t completed them. I’m saying you don’t need to repeat again NOW if you’ve already completed it three times. That was the question you asked I think? Sorry if I misunderstood.

[Hidden in reply to ArthurJG]

I did not asked any questions on my post

I have stated that I have repeated the runs and that will be this same with my next week runs

And also even if I will repeat the runs which will be fully completed it will be only to make myself stronger before next again week

As I have said before everyone is different and if I will feel that I have to repeat my runs is only because my body tells me that I’m not ready to move to next week

and I will not be judged for it by anyone

I will keep my pace with training as I know my own body just like everyone else knows their own

[ArthurJG Graduate in reply to Hidden]

I’m sorry, I’m not judging you. You did ask what we thought of it (‘what you guys think of it’ were your exact words) and I answered according to the usual advice in C25k. By all means do it differently if you want but I don’t deserve your aggressive response. You’re reading something into my replies that isn’t there.

[Hidden in reply to ArthurJG]

Thoughts about amount of calories burnt during run from the pic

[Hidden in reply to Hidden]

My reply are not aggressive in any way

I’m just explaining what I’m all about

[Hidden in reply to Hidden]

Gosh.. the dreaded text/message where you can't read body language or see the person's face 😂 ArthurJG is a good guy... he's just trying to help.

Well done Kim, you're doing awesome and we're all supporting you! 💗

[ArthurJG Graduate in reply to Hidden]

I found it aggressive when you accused me of judging you. But never mind, we can let that go and focus on the running 🙂 Honestly, I’m only trying to encourage you. I’m overweight too, and nearly twice your age, so if I can do it so can you. I remember how hard the early runs were: 90 seconds felt like forever.

[Hidden in reply to ArthurJG]

Thanks

For me 60 sec feels like forever just now and I just hope that with every run it will be better.

Which it shows me it is as I have managed to fully complete my all 3 runs

I’m staying positive but also realistic when it comes to my ability to run

Every time when I’m getting back home from the run I feel amazing and I just can’t wait for the next time

But it just will take time

My goal is to lose weight and be able to run 🏃‍♀️

If I would say that I’m confident that I will be able to complete this training plan in 9 weeks then I would be lying to myself

I know it will take much longer then that but one day I will do it

[Hidden in reply to Hidden]

It will get better, I guarantee you! There's a purity to running, a truth, something you can count on, scientific, a FACT. which is rare in life. If you put the time and effort into running you WILL be rewarded. What else can you say that about?

[Hidden in reply to Hidden]

Oops, i'm getting philosophical.. time for bed. 😂🛌

[Hidden in reply to Hidden]

Haha

Thanks

[Joanna-pink in reply to Hidden]

Your doing great. Keep going. I’m just starting myself so fingers crossed

[Hidden in reply to Joanna-pink]

Good luck Joanna

Once you start you will love it

I am thinking to go for my next run today instead of tomorrow because I want to feel this buzz when you get back from the run and you tired but very happy 😃

It’s great feeling

I will keep my fingers crossed for you 🏃‍♀️

[Joanna-pink in reply to Hidden]

Hi Kim. Many thanks. Looking forward to being able to go for a run and enjoy it. Haven’t quite got to that point yet as my feet feel like lead still! Hope u managed to go for that run today! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️

[Hidden in reply to Joanna-pink]

Hey

Unfortunately I didn’t managed to go for a run because it’s very heavy rain up here and I will have to wait for a bit better weather

[Joanna-pink in reply to Hidden]

Yeah its raining cats and dogs here too! Hopefully tomorrow will be our day for a great run! 😁

[ArthurJG Graduate in reply to Hidden]

I don’t think the calories are excessive, no. Its only an estimate of course. They base it on the time you run for, your heart rate, and other data like age gender and weight if you happened to put that info into your Garmin - if you didn’t they use an average.

[Hidden]

You're ready.. go for it!

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Well done.

Have you read this healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

It might help put it into perspective.

If you struggle with a run, just slow down.

[Twinkle9 Graduate]

You are doing great, you are out there! That is all that matters. It does get easier I promise and I should know! Well done you x

[richfromnotts]

Take it at your own speed. I started C25k in April and I repeated weeks, just like you. Now, 4 months later I can run 6.5km, so if I can do this (I weighed 20.5 stone when I started) you can too! There’s nothing wrong with what you’re doing. Take your time if that’s what you want to do. You will know yourself when your ready and confident to move. However, you’ll be surprised what you can do. Good luck and keep going.

[Hidden in reply to richfromnotts]

Thank you 😊

[Tazzy_wazzy Graduate]

Have a go at week 2. You can repeat the run like you did for the first week. You’ll be fine 🏃‍♀️👍

[Sdyates2019]

I am going to be very polite, why have you made a post that you want no one comment on, you have a right to do what you want to do, sure you do but the forum and the members are here to help you on your journey and likewise be encouraged by it, we share because we care. Every 5k run starts with one stride, week two isn't as bad as you may think, give it a go and tell us if I am wrong, keep going Kim, you are doing fine

[Hidden in reply to Sdyates2019]

Hey

If you have read all the comments you should understand what all the comments was about.

In first comment I was told that I do not repeat runs which I complete

I understand the reason why I was told this but as I have said before I know how my body work and if I will want to repeat the run it will be only to make me stronger.

We all do what is best for us based on our abilities

I post on here to be encouraged by people and be inspiration to others

And yes I want people will reply to my posts

[Giuliasq Graduate]

Well done Kimm34! We are at the same point, let’s give it a try to week2! 😉

[Sdyates2019]

I'm not comenting further, after all, it's your journey

[Hidden]

I think people miss read my post

I did say that I will try my week 2 run on Monday

But I don’t feel ready

If I will not complete fully

Then I will be repeating the runs

Hope this explains exactly what it means

[Tulipcat Graduate in reply to Hidden]

I felt the same. I repeated some weeks. I even went back a few weeks after an illness. You’re right to listen to your body. Do what feels right. Just don’t do what I did and run for longer than the plan if you feel amazing (that’s set me back a few weeks with an injury!)

[Hidden in reply to Tulipcat]

Thank you

I’m afraid of injuries

I will take my time and enjoy every minute

Hope you have recovered

[Tulipcat Graduate in reply to Hidden]

I’ve completed and done a few 5ks now. And I was overweight and very unfit at the start. It took me closer to 13 weeks to do it. You will get there. If I can do it you can. You could get a medic check if you’re seriously worried. My sports physio advises strengthening exercises as well as running to prevent injury when running. And fob’t forget warm ups before and stretches afterwards. Best of luck. Keep posting. Keep going out there. You can do this.