We'll just went out on my first couch to 5k session!! Only managed to do 4 and a half of the run sections this time but it will get better I'm sure 
Right now my left ankle hurts and my right knee and hip  |
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"Was this on a Wii fit?
nope, round the local park listening to a pod cast that tells you when to run and when to walk etc"
And when to jump over dog poo hopefully....
I hope you get better, put an ice pack on and put your feet up to reduce any swelling and watch 'Chariots of Fire' or something. |
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"How's the sofa?"
Lol evie look at ur original post!! 
Well done 4.5miles is great.
It does get easier, just keep pushing yourself (within reason)
Hope the aching is better tomorrow |
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"We'll just went out on my first couch to 5k session!! Only managed to do 4 and a half of the run sections this time but it will get better I'm sure
Right now my left ankle hurts and my right knee and hip "
Thats a good distance for your first run - keep up the good work! Z |
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oh....sorry for the confusion, i havent run 4.5k. i would be dead if i did!
its a programme of staged interval runs. this week yo walk or 5 mins to warm up then alternate 60 secs of running and 90 secs of walking 6 times and then another 5 min walk to warm down.
doesnt sound so impressive now does it |
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"oh....sorry for the confusion, i havent run 4.5k. i would be dead if i did!
its a programme of staged interval runs. this week yo walk or 5 mins to warm up then alternate 60 secs of running and 90 secs of walking 6 times and then another 5 min walk to warm down.
doesnt sound so impressive now does it "
yes it does - interval training is the best way to burn calories and build up your fitness - it's a sensible way to start. Z |
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"oh....sorry for the confusion, i havent run 4.5k. i would be dead if i did!
its a programme of staged interval runs. this week yo walk or 5 mins to warm up then alternate 60 secs of running and 90 secs of walking 6 times and then another 5 min walk to warm down.
doesnt sound so impressive now does it "
Well it's 100% more than I can do so I'm impressed! You go girl!   |
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"oh....sorry for the confusion, i havent run 4.5k. i would be dead if i did!
its a programme of staged interval runs. this week yo walk or 5 mins to warm up then alternate 60 secs of running and 90 secs of walking 6 times and then another 5 min walk to warm down.
doesnt sound so impressive now does it "
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Don't knock yourself down!
It is a significant achievement for YOU, so you should be proud of yourself!!!
For my first outing on the bike this year, I did 1.5miles on a dirt track in half an hour.
My boss and colleagues took the piss when I told them.
Was I bothered? Not a bit, as I knew I did well for my limited abilities, and that's what matters!
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Hey sexy well done. Its a great start. Soon we can go running together. When I first started I could barely run, as it didn't motivate me. But now I can do longer distances, and you'll be able to too. |
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"oh....sorry for the confusion, i havent run 4.5k. i would be dead if i did!
its a programme of staged interval runs. this week yo walk or 5 mins to warm up then alternate 60 secs of running and 90 secs of walking 6 times and then another 5 min walk to warm down.
doesnt sound so impressive now does it "
Yes it does! Well done you!! |
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I couldn't run to the end of my street without keeling over a few years back. I did couch to 5k and then up to 10k!! Took a while but the first time you do it the sense of achievement is amazing!!
I'm horribly unfit again now and would love to get back into it again. X |
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Well done Evie
C25K is a great program to work with
Have a look at the Adidas MiCoach app too ...
It's got a great set of workouts from absolute beginner to marathon runners - I swear by it, and sometimes at it too |
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"Well done Evie
C25K is a great program to work with
Have a look at the Adidas MiCoach app too ...
It's got a great set of workouts from absolute beginner to marathon runners - I swear by it, and sometimes at it too "
i did call the lady on the podcast a naughty name or two  |
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"Well done Evie
C25K is a great program to work with
Have a look at the Adidas MiCoach app too ...
i did call the lady on the podcast a naughty name or two "
I've got jess ennis as my coaching voice - I could never swear at her  |
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"boom!!!!
3rd session today and i managed to run through all 8 x 60 seconds without feinting or vomitting
this is a MASSIVE achievement for me!"
Well done you must feel great wish I could get motivated |
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you've done incredibly well to make the decision to get in shape and start to do so. no matter how slow you go, remember you're still lapping the lazy fuckers on the couch
keep us up to date with your progress |
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"oh....sorry for the confusion, i havent run 4.5k. i would be dead if i did!
its a programme of staged interval runs. this week yo walk or 5 mins to warm up then alternate 60 secs of running and 90 secs of walking 6 times and then another 5 min walk to warm down.
doesnt sound so impressive now does it "
You are miles ahead of the couch potatoes, no one expects you to be keeping up with Mo Farah just yet. |
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"We'll just went out on my first couch to 5k session!! Only managed to do 4 and a half of the run sections this time but it will get better I'm sure
Right now my left ankle hurts and my right knee and hip "
Well done! |
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"We'll just went out on my first couch to 5k session!! Only managed to do 4 and a half of the run sections this time but it will get better I'm sure
Right now my left ankle hurts and my right knee and hip "
I see this post is from a year ago. Are you still running? |
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"I’ve signed up to a running group - starting with C25K. 1st session on Monday. I’m so unfit so fingers crossed
B x"
Best of luck! Never forget the couch is the silent killer in your home. Get out and run! |
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I’ve just finished the programme and was really surprised how effective it was. Running for even 10 minutes at a time seemed pretty unlikely when I started, but here I am. I’d recommend it to anybody. |
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"Running is bad for your legs "
That’s just an old wive’s tale. It is actually good for your legs (make sure you buy the correct running shoes for your physique, running style, distance, terrain, etc.)
And runners tend to live about 3yrs longer than non-runners too |
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"We'll just went out on my first couch to 5k session!! Only managed to do 4 and a half of the run sections this time but it will get better I'm sure
Right now my left ankle hurts and my right knee and hip "
Cool story bro. |
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By *ornLordMan
over a year ago
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An old football injury means impact sports have been ruled out for me - football, cricket etc. The upside is that I can’t run at any great speed for any length of time, and why else would you want to run?
However, cycling is very much in, and it’s a darn sight more fun! |
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"I’ve signed up to a running group - starting with C25K. 1st session on Monday. I’m so unfit so fingers crossed
B x"
There is a thread https://m.fabswingers.com/forum/lounge/801761 come and join us, we're the fab crap runners, some of us started the c25k in January, some are still joining and some are proper runners, we all help each other along with hints and tips or just encouragement, everyone is great
I've slipped back onto the couch as i found it hard going in the heat but I'm going to get back again |
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"I’ve signed up to a running group - starting with C25K. 1st session on Monday. I’m so unfit so fingers crossed
B x
There is a thread https://m.fabswingers.com/forum/lounge/801761 come and join us, we're the fab crap runners, some of us started the c25k in January, some are still joining and some are proper runners, we all help each other along with hints and tips or just encouragement, everyone is great
I've slipped back onto the couch as i found it hard going in the heat but I'm going to get back again"
I’m that crap I actually posted on the original thread |
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"I’ve signed up to a running group - starting with C25K. 1st session on Monday. I’m so unfit so fingers crossed
B x
There is a thread https://m.fabswingers.com/forum/lounge/801761 come and join us, we're the fab crap runners, some of us started the c25k in January, some are still joining and some are proper runners, we all help each other along with hints and tips or just encouragement, everyone is great
I've slipped back onto the couch as i found it hard going in the heat but I'm going to get back again
I’m that crap I actually posted on the original thread "
As long as you found the thread |
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"Starting this tomorrow. Got knackered feet, ankles, hips....
Gonna die"
Just take it steady and if you can't manage jogging then turn it into a fast walk, as long as your heart is pounding and it doesn't hurt then that's a step in the right direction good luck and enjoy |
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I've just started this programme this week but I have changed it a little as I get a sore kneee when trying to run.
I do the walk with my bike, jog for a minute then cycle for a couple of mins etc. I find cycling easier on the knee. I ended up doing 25 mins exercise today in one session.
I am lucky that I have an area nearby where it is possible to cycle and jog away from traffic.
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"I've just started this programme this week but I have changed it a little as I get a sore kneee when trying to run.
I do the walk with my bike, jog for a minute then cycle for a couple of mins etc. I find cycling easier on the knee. I ended up doing 25 mins exercise today in one session.
I am lucky that I have an area nearby where it is possible to cycle and jog away from traffic.
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Nice one!
If you green arrow my profile ^^ you’ll see the forum runners thread, that’s where we tend to gather for support |
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