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Starting point

Hi I'm starting my C25k again today. Thing is I'm so unfit and struggle with almost every aspect of activity going. I am determined to better my time of 50mins...

Hi I'm starting my C25k again today. Thing is I'm so unfit and struggle with alm...

Sorenlorensen90

•8 years ago

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Wk4 run 2 and the killer hill

Just got in from run 2 and I nearly didn't make it to the end. Run one I started on the up hill then Run 2 I hit it again and just made it up then hit it again...

Just got in from run 2 and I nearly didn't make it to the end. Run one I started...

plop

Graduate•8 years ago

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is this pain normal?

today, i have done w1 r2, was not expecting such progress so quickly but im definitely not complaining. i think i may have caught the bug and now cant wait to...

today, i have done w1 r2, was not expecting such progress so quickly but im defi...

saphxx

•8 years ago

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Couch to 5k week by week

Wasn't there a place you could chat to folks that were on specific weeks?

kazwindy

•8 years ago

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SOS! The Shades of Shame (and why I no longer wear them)

It was a rainy morning in late March when I first coaxed my overweight body into a tentative run. New trainers: check. Giant sports bra: check. Black leggings:...

It was a rainy morning in late March when I first coaxed my overweight body into...

cathalicious

Graduate•8 years ago

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w7r1done

Yippee! I just completed w7r1, but had to do it on the treadmill as there is too much tree pollen around outside. I think I will have to do lots more sessions...

Yippee! I just completed w7r1, but had to do it on the treadmill as there is too...

Hidden

•8 years ago

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Pain in the neck!!! :-D

Hi. Loving running 5k just now but have been getting a pain in my muscles from across the very top of my shoulders and up into my neck. Gonna have to try and...

Hi. Loving running 5k just now but have been getting a pain in my muscles from a...

Traceyanne83

Graduate•8 years ago

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First run in company

We're on holiday in Ireland with friends, a couple and their 10 year old son. Yesterday father, son and me set out for a gentle test run before breakfast to...

We're on holiday in Ireland with friends, a couple and their 10 year old son. Ye...

JaySeeSkinny

Graduate•8 years ago

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Stride into Summer Quest week 4 - Feel free to join

Welcome to the Stride into Summer Quest week 4 The virtual Quest run is now posted. I hope everyone is is doing ok and those who are still on the IC couch...

Welcome to the Stride into Summer Quest week 4 The virtual Quest run is now post...

Realfoodieclub

Graduate•8 years ago

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The virtual run - Hope Springs Quest

A little late. I'm sorry. We are doing well. I'm thinking I will bring my chocolate cake to go with the cuppa. Hehe just have to make sure I don't really...

A little late. I'm sorry. We are doing well. I'm thinking I will bring my choco...

Realfoodieclub

Graduate•8 years ago

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Mind games

So I ve just done W4R1. I woke up and my first thought was I cant do that run today. I worked sat so Have a day off today I thought I ll walk the dog and warm...

So I ve just done W4R1. I woke up and my first thought was I cant do that run to...

Tombenoly

Graduate•8 years ago

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W2R1

Yes, I know I was on W1R3 but I have found week 1 relatively easy this time round so I decided to move on. It was definitely 'doable' and I am pleased with my...

Yes, I know I was on W1R3 but I have found week 1 relatively easy this time roun...

roundbutsound

Graduate•8 years ago

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My first early morning run

I realised that I'll be too busy to run tonight, so rather than postponing it, I decided to do my first Week 8 run before work this morning. It was lovely to...

I realised that I'll be too busy to run tonight, so rather than postponing it, I...

HelenaShaw

Graduate•8 years ago

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Week 1: Obese Woman on the Move

I am very obese and starting Week 1. I can't run very fast but I'm doing my best. Week 1 Day 1. It took 30 minutes to do 1.47 miles. It felt good at the end....

I am very obese and starting Week 1. I can't run very fast but I'm doing my best...

CursorUSA

•8 years ago

17 Replies

Getting harder

Hello there. I am new to this forum but I have just completed my 5th week of Couch to 5K : 20 min of continuous running! Much much harder than the previous...

Hello there. I am new to this forum but I have just completed my 5th week of Cou...

Hidden

•8 years ago

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W2 run 1

Newbie 45 year old mum of 2 (teenagers now urghh) and full time midwife. Have never tried running before but I do walk a lot. Also a wee bit overweight so I'm...

Newbie 45 year old mum of 2 (teenagers now urghh) and full time midwife. Have ne...

Madwifecarole26

Graduate•8 years ago

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Week 4 and feeling like I can do more

So, I am just heading into week four of the c25k program and very much enjoying seeing the benefits to my health and energy levels. 2 months ago I was 19 stone...

So, I am just heading into week four of the c25k program and very much enjoying ...

cathalicious

Graduate•8 years ago

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very new to c25k

Hi all, I started c25k yesterday, main motivation is that I have had 2 kids and slightly put on weight or maybe a lot. My first run yesterday was obviously...

Hi all, I started c25k yesterday, main motivation is that I have had 2 kids and ...

saphxx

•8 years ago

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Beat the lazy bug

I did W1R2 yesterday morning early despite the lazy bug trying to make me put it off. I don't understand because when I actually get out there I enjoy it in a...

I did W1R2 yesterday morning early despite the lazy bug trying to make me put it...

roundbutsound

Graduate•8 years ago

1 Reply

Improve ur run speed

Running is too psychological. Just feel the rythm of ur steps as they touch the ground. Do it like you are on aerobics, you will automatically move. I was...

Running is too psychological. Just feel the rythm of ur steps as they touch the ...

Lyln

•8 years ago

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Nervous start and euphoric end w3r1

Definitely an owl not a lark so carefully planned this run a good while after my morning porridge(ChelleUK)! Could not believe my nervousness, several trips to...

Definitely an owl not a lark so carefully planned this run a good while after my...

Hidden

•8 years ago

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Proud grandma

Had a great time at the north children cancer run this morning. I was running 3 miles with 7 yr old grandaughter and her friend. So probably fastest without...

Had a great time at the north children cancer run this morning. I was running 3 ...

Fitfor60

Graduate•8 years ago

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Newbie saying Hi!

Hi I've decided to begin the c25k as i really need to lose weight and get more active and hoping I can complete this! One of my questions is what trainers...

Hi I've decided to begin the c25k as i really need to lose weight and get more a...

Mummyto2boys

•8 years ago

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My first 5k :-)

My second run after graduating and I went for the "5k". Did it in 37mins, 19 secs. Really pleased with myself. Didn't run 9weeks ago, look at me now :-). The...

My second run after graduating and I went for the "5k". Did it in 37mins, 19 sec...

vicstream

Graduate•8 years ago

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W8 R1 done

Oh I do love being able to tick these runs off week by week (although I did have last week off on the IC due to a mischievious right foot playing up again)....

Oh I do love being able to tick these runs off week by week (although I did have...

louisella

Graduate•8 years ago

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W1R3 complete but with an annoyance

Well week one for me is officially done!!! Wooop wooop it was a hot one I went out earlier than planned (5:30 as opposed to 8pm) and it was hot out there which...

Well week one for me is officially done!!! Wooop wooop it was a hot one I went o...

ADH94

•8 years ago

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I've lost Laura!

I have just had to get a new phone after dropping my old one on the road, it didn't bounce very well. Unfortunately I don't seem to be able to download the...

I have just had to get a new phone after dropping my old one on the road, it did...

ang68

•8 years ago

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Woo first 10 race done!

First 10k Race for Life.... Completed in 1hour 15mins. Happy happy. Thanks for all your support and advice on here. You are the folks I turn to when I doubt...

First 10k Race for Life.... Completed in 1hour 15mins. Happy happy. Thanks for...

Bizlizzy

Graduate•8 years ago

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W5 R3 done/foot problem

Completed W5 R3 this morning and truely loved it. It was a little overcast when I left home at about 7:30 but at some stage during my run the sun made an...

Completed W5 R3 this morning and truely loved it. It was a little overcast when...

Pushing60

Graduate•8 years ago

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Running scared...part 2

I did it! Slower than a snail in treacle but I did it!! Woohoo!! Happy dance! 10 mile road race from Sowerby Bridge to Todmorden done and done😁 It took me 2...

I did it! Slower than a snail in treacle but I did it!! Woohoo!! Happy dance! 1...

pampaddy

Graduate•8 years ago

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Posts - Couch to 5K | HealthUnlocked

Couch to 5K

All posts for May 2016

Starting point

Wk4 run 2 and the killer hill

is this pain normal?

Couch to 5k week by week

SOS! The Shades of Shame (and why I no longer wear them)

w7r1done

Pain in the neck!!! :-D

First run in company

Stride into Summer Quest week 4 - Feel free to join

The virtual run - Hope Springs Quest

Mind games

W2R1

My first early morning run

Week 1: Obese Woman on the Move

Getting harder

W2 run 1

Week 4 and feeling like I can do more

very new to c25k

Beat the lazy bug

Improve ur run speed

Nervous start and euphoric end w3r1

Proud grandma

Newbie saying Hi!

My first 5k :-)

W8 R1 done

W1R3 complete but with an annoyance

I've lost Laura!

Woo first 10 race done!

W5 R3 done/foot problem

Running scared...part 2

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