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W4R1 is easier if you have something else to worry about.

For example the fact that it is -8 degrees outside, with some wind-chill. Nevertheless, it was a good run under the bloody moon! I was surprised how fast the 5...

For example the fact that it is -8 degrees outside, with some wind-chill. Nevert...

Gryllotalpa

Graduate•5 years ago

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The day I truly finished C25K

I (re-)started C25K in October 2018 and when I did I bought a ticket for the Finsbury Park 5K on 20 January 2019. It wasn't bought with the intention that I...

I (re-)started C25K in October 2018 and when I did I bought a ticket for the Fin...

resolution

Graduate•5 years ago

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End of week 8 😱

Long day at work, long drive each way. It was dark, it was cold, but at least it wasn’t raining. Am fighting off some kind of lurgy but I really want to...

Long day at work, long drive each way. It was dark, it was cold, but at least it...

E27M14

Graduate•5 years ago

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Day one

After nearly 18months just did day one of Cto5k. Honestly can't feel.my legs rights now but know it get easier..

After nearly 18months just did day one of Cto5k. Honestly can't feel.my legs rig...

aaangelica1979

•5 years ago

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Week 2 - Run 1 ✅

Ladies and Gentlemen, you were all right! It really does get easier the more you get into the weeks. I was a little bit apprehensive when I looked at the run...

Ladies and Gentlemen, you were all right! It really does get easier the more you...

JG94

•5 years ago

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First one back! Wk8R3

Ok so more than a plod than a run but I maintained the amount of time. I was able to breathe!!! Asthma improving 🤪

Ok so more than a plod than a run but I maintained the amount of time. I was ab...

bizteach

Graduate•5 years ago

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Beginner

Hey guys just started week 1 run 1 tonight with my 9 year old ! I’ve never ran before so fingers crossed ! Really enjoyed it even in pouring rain 😀

Hey guys just started week 1 run 1 tonight with my 9 year old ! I’ve never ran b...

Millie48

•5 years ago

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Wk3 run 1 app stopped working

Gutted my couch to 5k app stopped working tonight so my last 3 min run which turned into a 6 min run. Is there anyway anyway i can get the app to registar this...

Gutted my couch to 5k app stopped working tonight so my last 3 min run which tur...

runner2019

•5 years ago

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Wk2R1 Yes! In the bag, :)

We did it, my son was tired tonight, lack of sleep, however his shin splints have gone :) and I really enjoyed it I can feel I'm getting into a rhythm when I...

We did it, my son was tired tonight, lack of sleep, however his shin splints hav...

Kevcat1

•5 years ago

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GRADUATED FROM C25K!

I know you're supposed to have a days rest but I was so keen and so mentally and physically prepared to give it another go and I'm glad I did. Today I ran my...

I know you're supposed to have a days rest but I was so keen and so mentally and...

BethanDavies

•5 years ago

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Week 1, Run/Shuffe 1 (with a fused ankle).

Well, this morning I did week 1, run 1 (with a fused ankle), so it was more like week 1, shuffle 1. The ankle felt good at the time, but late afternoon/early...

Well, this morning I did week 1, run 1 (with a fused ankle), so it was more like...

MarkT24269

•5 years ago

1 Reply

Heart rate

I graduated awhile ago now and I am now managing to run 8k takes me 53minutes but I get there. I am really worried about my heart rate the treadmill said 165...

I graduated awhile ago now and I am now managing to run 8k takes me 53minutes bu...

Archer1

Graduate•5 years ago

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Poorly :(

I’ve never really counted myself as a runner... I’ve graduated the c25k and done a park run, even ran three times a week, every week for over three months now....

I’ve never really counted myself as a runner... I’ve graduated the c25k and done...

Hidden

•5 years ago

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Wowee - week 3!

I can't believe it's week 3 already! Despite all my positive talk, I have to say I've been thinking about this one. Thought up all sorts of excuses not to do...

I can't believe it's week 3 already! Despite all my positive talk, I have to say...

Pianism

Graduate•5 years ago

21 Replies

Me knees my poor knees

Hey guys hope you’re all well, I’ve got a question My knees started hurting so I thought best to rest them and ice and all that for 3 days Tried to run today...

Hey guys hope you’re all well, I’ve got a question My knees started hurting so I...

Charchat123

•5 years ago

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Iannoda’s positivity rubbing off!

Just completed W3R1 and for the first time since starting this program I actually said to myself at the end of the run ‘well, if I can run for 3 minutes I can...

Just completed W3R1 and for the first time since starting this program I actuall...

Glitterjav

Graduate•5 years ago

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W4, R1

I did it.... Completed this run! Definitely better when you pace yourself, wasn't as bad as I expected. Also did the DIY home gym in my garden straight after...

I did it.... Completed this run! Definitely better when you pace yourself, wasn'...

GreenGirl89

•5 years ago

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C25K side effects!

I very recently graduated (on my 53rd birthday) and then almost immediately went on holiday to the Canary Islands. I was quite worried as it's hilly and warm -...

I very recently graduated (on my 53rd birthday) and then almost immediately went...

DiscoRunner

Graduate•5 years ago

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Week 2 - Run 3 Completed

It was very chilly this morning, so I needed a extra layer. The frost scared me a little but the paths were clear. The run went really well. I upped my pace...

It was very chilly this morning, so I needed a extra layer. The frost scared me ...

Tiptopcat

•5 years ago

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W4R1 success

Still working my way through the sessions. Managing to keep going albeit slowly. I had a big smile on my face as I finished today. I have taken to listening...

Still working my way through the sessions. Managing to keep going albeit slowly...

Bodg

Graduate•5 years ago

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Ankle injury- please help!

Hi, I was halfway through the third week of Cto5K (and enjoying it!) but suddenly I had bad pain in my ankle and struggled to walk home. That was one week ago...

Hi, I was halfway through the third week of Cto5K (and enjoying it!) but suddenl...

Leah19

•5 years ago

7 Replies

Post C25k

Well its not been as easy as I thought. Im struggling on the roads and have to stop after 15 minutes due to the hills. Had a dodgy knee after finishing the...

Well its not been as easy as I thought. Im struggling on the roads and have to s...

Aphexacidboy

Graduate•5 years ago

4 Replies

W9R1 Finnish Line’s in sight!

Hi all, So I have nearly completed my C25K experience and It’s a little bittersweet, on one hand I am so proud that I have started something and seen it all...

Hi all, So I have nearly completed my C25K experience and It’s a little bittersw...

Teejay333

Graduate•5 years ago

1 Reply

Am I lyrically lucky with Laura?

Strange one this guys, but I wonder if anyone else is experiencing similar... I use Laura as my mentor on the Couch25K programme and I have put together a...

Strange one this guys, but I wonder if anyone else is experiencing similar... I ...

driver08uk

Graduate•5 years ago

1 Reply

Pace problems

With the longer runs I am really struggling with my pace, sometimes my brisk walk seems quicker than my "run". Any suggestions?

With the longer runs I am really struggling with my pace, sometimes my brisk wal...

2old4this

Graduate•5 years ago

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Week 2!!

Hi everyone! I am starting week 2 of C25K and I am really enjoying it! I was very ill last year and I gained a bit of weight in the recovery process. Luckily I...

Hi everyone! I am starting week 2 of C25K and I am really enjoying it! I was ver...

HannieMay

•5 years ago

3 Replies

Consolidation podcasts

Ok, I changed my mind and used the first podcast. It was very good. The music was excellent and I managed to keep up with the different beats- just about....

Ok, I changed my mind and used the first podcast. It was very good. The music wa...

Erddig

Graduate•5 years ago

3 Replies

Back health tips for running?

I’m just starting Couch to 5K. I did run one yesterday. I have had back problems in the past. Nothing so bad I’ve ever been to the doctors about, just a lower...

I’m just starting Couch to 5K. I did run one yesterday. I have had back problems...

Hidden

•5 years ago

9 Replies

My first sub 30 5k

Albeit during an aborted 10k run due to a Hamstring niggle, I was more than happy to to take my first sub 30 5k as a consolation. The first part of the run was...

Albeit during an aborted 10k run due to a Hamstring niggle, I was more than happ...

TedG

Graduate•5 years ago

21 Replies

Beating Blue Monday

By completing week 7. Dead chuffed 😄

ButtercupKid

Graduate•5 years ago

37 Replies

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Couch to 5K

All posts for January 2019

W4R1 is easier if you have something else to worry about.

The day I truly finished C25K

End of week 8 😱

Day one

Week 2 - Run 1 ✅

First one back! Wk8R3

Beginner

Wk3 run 1 app stopped working

Wk2R1 Yes! In the bag, :)

GRADUATED FROM C25K!

Week 1, Run/Shuffe 1 (with a fused ankle).

Heart rate

Poorly :(

Wowee - week 3!

Me knees my poor knees

Iannoda’s positivity rubbing off!

W4, R1

C25K side effects!

Week 2 - Run 3 Completed

W4R1 success

Ankle injury- please help!

Post C25k

W9R1 Finnish Line’s in sight!

Am I lyrically lucky with Laura?

Pace problems

Week 2!!

Consolidation podcasts

Back health tips for running?

My first sub 30 5k

Beating Blue Monday

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