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Hello everyone, I am new and thought this thread looked like the one that might help keep me and my wayward ways on track! I have attempted many times before to do some exercise - i get all motivated then lose interest but I want to change and stick at something to see real results. I'm 32 (just turned) and need to stop the rot!
Working life is VERY unhealthy - sitting all day not even going to printer and occasionally going out for lunch time walks of around 30 mins. Oh and sweets/biscuits and cakes are less than 8 ft away! Not. Good.
I used to follow the Beginners Index 0-30 mins run/walk schedule and managed to run (slow jog!) for about 12mins at a time. Then life got in the way, I made my excuses and that was that. I want to try again. I don't want to be a bit tubby anymore getting to old for that and want to feel more like myself. I'm probably a couple of stone overweight so want to shift that or at least a stone too.
Phew...sounds like an AA meeting! Anyways, hi and I hope that you can support me along the way!
Kirsty
Hello and welcome Kirsty,
It does sound a bit like an AA meeting lol, not that I've ever been to one of those. I'm sure that we'll all be able to support you on the way.
Hi and welcome Kirsty. I got back into running this year and set myself some goals. I am now on week 8 of my plan and have seen real improvement in longer distances and quicker pace. I have lost pretty much a stone now.
This is a great group and I hope you stick at it, there is lots of support. I am also a member of MyFitnessPal and the tracking of my food has really helped, if your not on it its worth a look.
I got out this morning but my legs for some reason felt really tired so 3.4 miles for me. Will run again on Thursday, parkrun on Saturday and a longer run on Sunday - must try and crack that six miles this week!
If you run record it in some way phone apps are great but even write it in a diary because being able to look back on your progress is very motivating and post it on here because we like to know how you get on.
Good luck
Biscuits that close to me would be a disaster, I'd be the size of a house in weeks.
As Nick says recording your runs is a good idea, you will see the difference over time, I use www.fetcheveryone.com to record mine,
Hi Kirsty, and well done for taking the first step. You're in good hands as most of us didn't start running as fitness gurus
. I lost 2.5 stone last year through diet and general cardio (cycling, rowing) at our very small, but perfectly adequate work gym. I started running November, then did a couch to 5k program through my local running club in January. I ran a 5 mile race last week and am regularly running 3+ miles on training runs now and have done a couple of Parkruns. It's not always easy - some days I really haven't got the motivation, but days where I'm in the mood, I'm loving getting out. Go nice and slow. Try and find others who want to start running as well, if you can. Make sure you allow plenty of rest in between runs and don't stress. Most of all, enjoy!
Nicky
Hello all.
Yesterday I ran 10km for the first time in my life. I only finished C25K five weeks ago, so I'm pleased I completed the run without collapsing, but I really wonder if I've bitten off more than I can chew. I'm using a plan created by My Asics and I've really enjoyed the challenge but strewth, what the hell was I thinking?! It was a laborious plod around a beautiful sunny park but I didn't get anywhere near my proposed 'race' pace. Thankfully, I only have short (4.8km) runs over the next week. when this plan is finished I'm going to work on my 5k speed before tackling any longer distances.
*ramble over*
What's the final distance your working towards or is it a time?
Thanks Nick and Kirsty.
The 10km was the goal: there's another five runs until 28 April, then the 10km plan is over. Ultimately, I'm aiming to run a half by winter, which I think I should be able to do, but I'd also like to do a sub 30 minute 5km.
Kirsty, I honestly didn't think I'd be at the stage where 10km was even thinkable, but I've stuck to my plan, come wind, rain, shine, social invitations, work and so on and it gets a teeny bit easier every time. Nick's advice of logging all your runs really helps as it's great to look back and see how you've improved over time. Oh, I've changed my eating habits and I've lost nearly two stone since the New year. With summer on the way, if that doesn't motivate you...
Elle
I need to get out at some point this week, only done 11 miles so far.
I went to my first spin class tonight, wow that was a serious workout. 45 mins on the spin bike was super intense!
Legs a little sore this morning after spinning last night but had a nice early 10k run in the sun!
Week 8 : Run 2 : 6.2 miles (10k) : 53m27s : 8:33 min/mile
Have my kit ready to attempt my second run tonight, I have had a days rest but have stiffness (like if you did some weights or something) in my calves and thighs. I assume that it's just from underusing the muscles. I'm guessing it's ok to continue with the run walk regime at this time as more discomfort and stiffness rather than pain?
lol that's great need to keep it up and not wimp out. The aching must be similar to what you guys feel after far longer such is the state of my fitness - but that will change in time.
Good running Nathan