Started 'Couch to 5k today' Anyone keen?

[mistysj 1,939]

I downloaded the app and I'm going to start this. I'm going to join a gym and do it there for two reasons:

1. I can't wuss out when it gets hot in the summer (it's winter now here in Australia)

2. I have ligament damage in my right ankle and its very prone to sprains. I've never had one on the treadmill but have a few a year outside just from walking around. I need surgery but want to wait until I'm smaller so crutches get easier.

3. There is a gym right across from my office so there is literally no excuse.

I have actually done this workout several times in my past. The first was in 2001 when it was just an article in Runners World and I was in the midst of losing 35 kg (70 pounds) on Weight Watchers. That was on the treadmill. Then I did it again outside with my husband. Running outside was harder. Then I did it again when I was fat again and it didn't go well. But I think it will be good for me to do it again as long as I pair it with strength training. I love how it feels to be a runner. I ran track and field in high school (800 meters, 1600 meters, and 3200 meters) and it was a big source of pride.

Not sure if I will start it this week as I have a business trip coming up that will have me in India for three weeks. I don't relish the thought of running in Indian traffic but I think there is a gym I will have access to. But if I join the gym tomorrow I will e paying for 3 weeks I won't be using. Hmm.

I'm slowly skimming through this thread but thought I would post and say hello. Sorry for the rambling!

[k8ee 131]

Installed the app and just got back from the first session. Anyone else interested?

Deano

What is it?

[LisaT678 225]

Good thing I'm still on week one. Because after this vacation I will be starting all over again on everything! Diet and exercise. At 10 thousand feet plus even walking up stairs gets me winded!

It sounds like everyone is doing great! Can't wait to join you again

Enjoy your vaca. We'll be here ready to cheer you on when you get home.

[LisaT678 225]

Welcome Misty! We love hearing your story and everyone here is GREAT with encouragement and help.

[LisaT678 225]

What is it?

It's an app that gives you a running program to get you off the couch © to (2) running a 5k in about 9 weeks. Are you joining us??

[maharet111 544]

Just got home from my vacation! Ready to get back to week one day three lolz! I like the dumbass I am tried to do a run in Glenwood Springs....got about a quarter of the way through and had to stop..that altitude is no joke!!!

[mistysj 1,939]

I am out of time this week, so I commit to start Couch to 5K after I get back from India, the week of July 22!

[No game 14,437]

Just got home from my vacation! Ready to get back to week one day three lolz! I like the dumbass I am tried to do a run in Glenwood Springs....got about a quarter of the way through and had to stop..that altitude is no joke!!!

I just got home last night too! Yes the altitude of 10,000 feet +, made things difficult..

I hiked a bit when we got to Moab (utah) though it was over 100 degrees but at least I was able to breath!

I'm eyeballing my treadmill right now. And just having a hard time even thinking about running

I'm so tired!

In Moab those little dots are my husband and son!

[No game 14,437]

i hate when the pictures don't show up!

So anyway part of my hiking around in Moab

[maharet111 544]

i hate when the pictures don't show up!

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Beautiful!!! I was blown away with how beautiful the whole state was!

I am going to clean today as my exercise lol!

[LisaT678 225]

I am out of time this week' date=' so I commit to start Couch to 5K after I get back from India, the week of July 22![/quote']

We'll be watching for you.

[LisaT678 225]

I just got home last night too! Yes the altitude of 10' date='000 feet +, made things difficult..

I hiked a bit when we got to Moab (utah) though it was over 100 degrees but at least I was able to breath!

I'm eyeballing my treadmill right now. And just having a hard time even thinking about running

I'm so tired!

In Moab those little dots are my husband and son![/quote']

Get on that TM and run girl!

[LisaT678 225]

Week 6 Day 2 done. Going out of town this weekend and most of next week. Kind of nervous about not being able to run often but ill just start back where ever I can. Have a happy 4th everyone!!

[No game 14,437]

Good morning VST!!!

Slacker in the house!!

Anybody running today??

[carstanger 346]

I'm golfing today and walking like heck when I'm off the cart. I swing so many times for 9 holes. Does that count as upper body work?? LOL!