Anyone working on this right now? I just started week 5. This is actually my third time doing C25k. I first did it back in 2011 during one of my many attempts to lose weight "on my own", but of course, I eventually fell of the wagon and stopped eating right and exercising and regained all the weight. I did it again in the summer of 2013, but ultimately the same result.

This will be my third time getting all the way through it, but I am hoping that this time I will keep up with the running. I want to run several 5k races this spring/summer. Planning to do at least one per month starting in May.

@@OneDollarBill I HIGHLY recommend investing in some good, well-fitting running shoes. That is NOT an area where you want to cut corners to try to save a little money. Also, you should get high-quality inserts as well. Someone at the running store should be able to help with those as well. I use SuperFeet brand, which my physical therapist recommended, but there are many options available based on you individual situation.

Another thing you should look into is a good post-workout stretching routine. Several years ago when I started running for the first time, I had serious problems with my knees (thus the need for a physical therapist) and I learned some critical stretches to do after every single time I run. It has made a huge difference.

@@JamieLogical Thanks for the advise. My co-worker who has lost a ton of weight and now runs a 5K almost every morning before work stressed the same things. I have a good pair of New Balance shoes but they weren't meant for running. They are great for walking and other gym activities. I want to get the right gear so i don't wind up with any set backs.

On a side note since my first post in this thread. I pulled the trigger and signed up for my first 5K. I signed up for the Avengers Super Heroes 5K at Disneyland. It's not till November so i have 7 months to keep on it.

Edited April 17, 201511 yr by OneDollarBill

I signed up for the Avengers Super Heroes 5K at Disneyland. It's not till November so i have 7 months to keep on it.

That sounds like SO MUCH FUN!!!

@@JamieLogical It should be. The course runs through California Adventure and the main Disneyland park. The only downside is the event starts at 5:30AM lol. The parks will be all lit up and by November all the Christmas lights will be up.

I just got back from lunch and got fitted for a pair of shoes. I'll try them out tonight