Ok, I tried this once before and got way to eager. I started moving quicker than designed. This time I will follow the guidelines.

If you are not familiar with a Couch to 5K, it is a plan to go from not running at all to running 5k (3.2 miles) in only 2 months. It is very doable and such a great feeling of accomplishment. I ran/walked a 5k in May and it was one of the most rewarding things I have done in many years.

Here is the link to the info.. If anyone is interested in training together just join in.

Cool Running :: The Couch-to-5K Running Plan

We will start on Monday, June 29.

Let's get ready to MOVE!!!!!!:tt2:

Oh THE BURN!!!

After reluctantly dragging myself out of the house to attempt my belated day 2 of week 2, I felt as if my legs were going to give out! Ow ow ow ow ow!!

The burn got progressively worse through the 4th jog interval. Then it remained constant. Thank God for the walk segments. There's a lot to be said for taking too many days off (and not exercising at all)!

But, now that it's over, I hear the Rocky music again!!! And it never sounded so sweet!

FINISHED week 1 - Although I may repeat it.

Day 1 was hard and I was thrilled that I was able to finish.

Day 2 was easier for me.

Day 3 UGGGghh!!! But I did it!

Sugarbean -- congratulations! You are on your way!

I felt the same way, and thought I would repeat week 1. I went ahead and tried week 2 since there were less intervals (only having to jog 6 times was a plus for me instead of what felt like a hundred in week 1.) I found that week 2 is really no more difficult than week 1. Now, week 3 is another story, I don't think I'm ready for it! :confused:

Also, congratulations on your weight loss. You have done an amazing job! I bet it feels great. I notice that we are about the same weight now with about the same goal. I'm going to have to keep my eye on you for motivation! You go girl!

Annika

I am also a teacher, well school librarian, My DH was in the Air Force and we lived in Biloxi, MS for a while, so we do have a lot in common.

Thanks for the kudos, You look like you are doing well too.

Oh man, I just finished day 3 of week 2. For some reason this was the hardest one yet. I was allready tired and had to make myself do it, but guess what? I did it. I can still hear the Rocky music.

I am going to press on to week 3 next week, but man I am thinking it is going to kick my butt.......

Everyone is doing so well. It sure is fun doing this with all of you!!

Renewed -- congrats on completion of another week! I'll finish Week 2 tomorrow. Can't wait to hear about Week 3. I don't know if I've got the kahunas!!!

I didn't think it was too bad. My running partner stayed right by my side. Don't be too impressed - he is a Yorkshire Terrior and he LOVE this walk/run thing!!!! As soon as I get the leash he get excited. He stay right by my side- he doesn't pull to lead or lag behind. How sad is that; I run as fast as a Yorkie!!!!

I think I will do week 2 Sunday Monday and Tuesday. My surgery:tt2: is Wednesday. How long after surgery do you have to wait to run? Oh my gosh, did I just say "WAIT" to run. I really am proud to achieve exercise goals as well as weight loss goal.

I am so proud of all of you, you keep me motivated.

Let's have fun!

Lynn:lol:

Okay, I know I'm a little late coming into this but I'm going to start on Monday. I bought a pair of running shoes yesterday and I'm excited to get going. I'm still pretty heavy, so I worry about not being able to do it but I'm going to give it my all.

Everyone has been doing so good. Keep up the good work!

Hello Everyone...well I'm trying to get myself pumped up to do day two of week one!! I'm soooooo out of shape!!! But, that way I'm here right, to fix that!(:

Sugar Bean - Great Job Finishing week one, BTW you have a cute name too! My daughter (she's 15) came up with my name(:

Msnika - I'm so feeling you! And I'm loving the whole rocky music thing!LOL

Whosyadaddy - That name cracks me up! R u a football fan?...you living in Green Bay and all. Did you watch Brett retire? It brought a few tears to my eyes. BTW your doing awesome!!

Renewed - Great Job finishing week 2!

Lynlynkr - You are too funny! Great job keeping up w/ your dog. I have a Chiweenie (Dixie Margarita) it will be a Great Day when I can keep up w/ her!!!

Well I need to get off my big booty on hop on my treadmill!

It took me a bit longer to totally get motivated...but, I finished Day two of week one....this time without stopping, I had to take a little break the first go (how sad is that!). On Monday I'm going to start over week one so I can be on the Mon-Wed-Fri schedule.

I hope you all are having a great weekend!(:

Welcome Georgia!! I am so glad that my best of all band buddies is joining us. you can do this!! You are awesome!!

Georgia - WELCOME to couch25k. Don't worry about being heavy, by the end of the 9 weeks you will be much smaller and healthier. I did not think I could do this because I am still a big girl, but I am giving it my best shot. :biggrin2:

We look forward to hearing about your Week 1 progress. 86 pounds is awesome. You go girl!!!!!

Edited July 13, 200818 yr by SugarBean

Welcome Georgia and Cutiew/booty

keep workin it.:biggrin:

I do live very close to Green Bay. Not a Packers fan though. More of a Philly Eagles man.

Ok Ill give you a run down of today. Not Couch to 5k but it got me where i am today.

I did a Full Duathlon today and about died lol!

The 5k run the first 1/2 mile was all uphill..then i finished the 5k in 31mins (ok for the amount of hills for me)

Then i cycled 30K (18miles) and it was SOOO hilly. I have never done that many hills. Of course i bought a new saddle and tried her out today which wasnt the smartest thing to do. I know i would of been sooo much easyier on a Road bike instead fo my mountain bike.

I got up to 36mph coming down one of the Hills:eek:

Then another 5k..boy my legs had trouble going up that hill again after coming off the bike.

I made it though. 2hr 39mins. The winner was 1hr 40min:eek: but he is a pro Triathlete (and my coach too :biggrin:)

Hard to believe i could keep my heart rate up for over 2.5hrs.

After the race i started feeling a lil dizzy and seeing some spots in my eyes :mad:. So i got some Water Melon and banana and i was ok.

Let me see if i can post a pic of the hill that kicked my butt

What an amazing accomplishment!!! Congrats to you!!!!! If that isn't motivation I don't know what is!!