#ohmygoodness that's never happened EVER before, I have now completed WEEK 5 DAY 3 of c25k, that's the one with the non-stop 20 minute run.
I was not feeling perfect before the run- my knee was aching slightly and I had had a late breakfast (hence a late run at 11am, I usualy try to get out by 10) however I didn't want to find an excuse for not running, this was to be a major milestone for me, and I had to do it.
So I did it and it was excellent, it went really well, for someone who hasn't ran for 30 years I am very chuffed and am looking forward to my next run. No major problems and a quick recovery time, must be getting fitter then. Week 5 DAY 3 is a worrying week for all of us on the c25k but let me tell you in honesty ' if I can do it then so can you' . It is definately more mental than physical and that comes from a man who is carrying a few too many extra pounds.
Unfortunately my next run will not be for a few weeks as I am due in hospital in the morning and therefore will be unable to run for at least 2 weeks and maybe more, I will however continue to walk to keep my muscles from completely seizing up and I'm going to start working on ways to raise funds for my chosen charity of Epilepsy Research UK while I am off work, so will not be completely stuck in front of the television #stircrazy.
Thank you for reading my blog and bye for now...
Thursday 27 October 2011
Tuesday 25 October 2011
Week 5 Day 2
25/10/2011 #HOLYSHAMOLY week 5 Day 2 Done. Now that was definately more mental than physical,on the first run the first half was tough then my body just seemed to take over,on the second run it was the other way around and my body wanted t give up. After the second run I just wanted to sit down and my legs were a bit 'wobbly'. But I DID IT (16 minutes of running) now 10 mins later fully recovered and want to do it again (well almost).
My knee was fine,actually felt worse when I was walking.
A tough run and a big challenge,but as usual I feel great that it's done and to re-iterate...
'I always feel better after a run than I did before the run'
23/10/11 Week 5 Day 1 Done...Now that was a challenge, spurred on in part by the fact that 4 weeks after starting the couch to 5k I have now lost another 9 pounds, that's 9lb in one month and 32lb in total.
Todays run was a challenge,actually one minute less running than week 4,but seemed like it was more running down to the fact that each run was 5 mins and seemed to come around a lot quicker but I suppose that is the whole point,to push myself to get fitter and faster,it was definately a great achievement when I got to the end with all runs completed,however their definately was a few points when I thought I'll just walk from now.
I am writing this the day before week 5 day 2 run, I have a pulled muscle or something behind my right knee, did it on the last run, not very painful but slight concerns over whether I should run tomorrow or not,don't want to cause more problems but dont wan't to not do the run. Will see how I feel in the morning could just maybe go for a brisk walk instead, weather permitting of course.
21/10/11 Week 4 Day 3 DONE. Certainly doesn't feel like it's getting any easier but I am still enjoying the runs and the challenge, and looking forward to week 5. Pulled something behind my knee.
My knee was fine,actually felt worse when I was walking.
A tough run and a big challenge,but as usual I feel great that it's done and to re-iterate...
'I always feel better after a run than I did before the run'
23/10/11 Week 5 Day 1 Done...Now that was a challenge, spurred on in part by the fact that 4 weeks after starting the couch to 5k I have now lost another 9 pounds, that's 9lb in one month and 32lb in total.
Todays run was a challenge,actually one minute less running than week 4,but seemed like it was more running down to the fact that each run was 5 mins and seemed to come around a lot quicker but I suppose that is the whole point,to push myself to get fitter and faster,it was definately a great achievement when I got to the end with all runs completed,however their definately was a few points when I thought I'll just walk from now.
I am writing this the day before week 5 day 2 run, I have a pulled muscle or something behind my right knee, did it on the last run, not very painful but slight concerns over whether I should run tomorrow or not,don't want to cause more problems but dont wan't to not do the run. Will see how I feel in the morning could just maybe go for a brisk walk instead, weather permitting of course.
21/10/11 Week 4 Day 3 DONE. Certainly doesn't feel like it's getting any easier but I am still enjoying the runs and the challenge, and looking forward to week 5. Pulled something behind my knee.
Wednesday 19 October 2011
Week 4 Day 2 Done
#c25k Week 4 Day 2 DONE. It's a cold and windy day and set to get colder and windier, but I'm glad I did run (no choice really) and now I feel great. The last 5 minute run was hard and I nearly gave up with 2 minutes to go, but I thought I've got this far what would have been the point of giving up now?
My breathing on the runs seems to be getting more even and relaxed but maybe this is down to me running slower,not quite sure yet. Quite a tough run that did seem harder than monday's (day one of week 4), but I suppose there are many factors that can affect a run, not just if my legs have recovered fully from the last run. For the first time my legs are actually aching this morning, that hasn't been the case so far.
It doesn't feel at this point that I am ready for week 5 of c25k,the increase in minutes does seem like madness and the Great North Run seems an impossible goal at this point, however I look at how much I have progressed from week one (keep telling myself I'm only 4 weeks in) and that does feel good. I am strangely enjoying it, get a great buzz afterwards and if I feel a lack of motivation I think to myself 'I always feel better after a run than I did before the run' this makes perfect sense and is completely true for me.
My breathing on the runs seems to be getting more even and relaxed but maybe this is down to me running slower,not quite sure yet. Quite a tough run that did seem harder than monday's (day one of week 4), but I suppose there are many factors that can affect a run, not just if my legs have recovered fully from the last run. For the first time my legs are actually aching this morning, that hasn't been the case so far.
It doesn't feel at this point that I am ready for week 5 of c25k,the increase in minutes does seem like madness and the Great North Run seems an impossible goal at this point, however I look at how much I have progressed from week one (keep telling myself I'm only 4 weeks in) and that does feel good. I am strangely enjoying it, get a great buzz afterwards and if I feel a lack of motivation I think to myself 'I always feel better after a run than I did before the run' this makes perfect sense and is completely true for me.
Monday 17 October 2011
Week 4 Day 1 Done
17/10/2011 WeeK 4 Day 1 DONE,I really didn't think I would be able to run for 16 minutes total, but I did it and it felt fantastic. I can't pretend it was easy cos there were point's that I wanted to give up running and have a walk, but I felt that now I have started I may as well continue to the end, and it did hurt, but to repeat what I mentioned earlier 'the feeling of achieving it does far outweigh the pain during it, SO TRUE.
I am now feeling great, have acheived an amazing milestone and am now buzzing for the next run. I only have 4 more runs until I go to hospital but with what I have achieved so far I am confident that I will be able to complete my challenge,may just have to train extra hard next year.
Running 20k is a daunting prospect for me and I seem a long way from it at the moment,my op next week seems a huge hurdle to cross (others being my weight,general fitness and cakes) but I will be glad when it's done and I can get back to training seriously and get this running thing nailed.
I found this on a great blog I follow (http://www.fatgirlrunning.co.uk) I think it is very relevent to my current mindset and the fact that I want to see mysef as a runner..
"If you run, you are a runner. It doesn't matter how fast or how far. It doesn't matter if today is your first day or if you've been running for twenty years. There is no test to pass, no license to earn, no membership card to get. You just run." - John Bingham
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Even though I see myself as a runner,I do feel that on the C25K rest days I need to be doing something so...
15/10/2011 Cycling 6.3 miles in 46m:14s
Average Speed: 8.0mph
I am now feeling great, have acheived an amazing milestone and am now buzzing for the next run. I only have 4 more runs until I go to hospital but with what I have achieved so far I am confident that I will be able to complete my challenge,may just have to train extra hard next year.
Running 20k is a daunting prospect for me and I seem a long way from it at the moment,my op next week seems a huge hurdle to cross (others being my weight,general fitness and cakes) but I will be glad when it's done and I can get back to training seriously and get this running thing nailed.
I found this on a great blog I follow (http://www.fatgirlrunning.co.uk) I think it is very relevent to my current mindset and the fact that I want to see mysef as a runner..
"If you run, you are a runner. It doesn't matter how fast or how far. It doesn't matter if today is your first day or if you've been running for twenty years. There is no test to pass, no license to earn, no membership card to get. You just run." - John Bingham
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Even though I see myself as a runner,I do feel that on the C25K rest days I need to be doing something so...
15/10/2011 Cycling 6.3 miles in 46m:14s
Average Speed: 8.0mph
Friday 14 October 2011
Ahhh the memories
Week 3 Day 3 DONE...What's this all about? Why did I even start this running thing? I don't even like running !!!
My memories of sport were being told that I had to walk for what seemed like miles to the playing field, get changed into shorts and run 'cross country' for what seemed like miles,with no structure,reason or training. I hated it and would take the afternoon off school regularly ending up in record shops searching through the latest 45s. Weirdly and probably just as scary was that the teachers didn't even realise I wasn't there, those were the days eh.
3o years on and I have a structure,a reason and a training plan,it's working and it feels great. I still check out the latest 45s but don't need to 'bunk off' school to buy them.
Even though today's run was the same as wednesday's it seemed harder,I think it was a mind thing rather than a body thing. I feel extra good now that I have done it. As Laura (off of the podcast) said the feeling of achieving it does far outweigh the pain during it, that small sentence does seem to get me through.
Weekend off now but must do a bike ride to keep loose, a big 16 minute run on monday.
My memories of sport were being told that I had to walk for what seemed like miles to the playing field, get changed into shorts and run 'cross country' for what seemed like miles,with no structure,reason or training. I hated it and would take the afternoon off school regularly ending up in record shops searching through the latest 45s. Weirdly and probably just as scary was that the teachers didn't even realise I wasn't there, those were the days eh.
3o years on and I have a structure,a reason and a training plan,it's working and it feels great. I still check out the latest 45s but don't need to 'bunk off' school to buy them.
Even though today's run was the same as wednesday's it seemed harder,I think it was a mind thing rather than a body thing. I feel extra good now that I have done it. As Laura (off of the podcast) said the feeling of achieving it does far outweigh the pain during it, that small sentence does seem to get me through.
Weekend off now but must do a bike ride to keep loose, a big 16 minute run on monday.
Wednesday 12 October 2011
Week 3 Day 2
#c25k Week 3 Day 2 DONE..in the rain,but it didn't matter, its like I have no choice anymore my body just wants to run.Weird I know. I know it sounds crazy but it is getting easier with each run,each run seems to be the best run and each time I get better at it. Its strange but 3 weeks ago I couldn't run for toffee,now I am running (albeit a jog,but I call it running) for 9 minutes in total.
My breathing also seems to be sorting it self out and my recovery time is getting better. YAY to me and bring on the next one. Note to self : stop panicking about week 5 day 3
My breathing also seems to be sorting it self out and my recovery time is getting better. YAY to me and bring on the next one. Note to self : stop panicking about week 5 day 3
Tuesday 11 October 2011
The Ups & Downs...
The Ups..Have today registered my interest and have been told I have a guaranteed place on the GNR running for Epilepsy Research UK http://www.epilepsyresearch.org.uk/support_us/Bupa_GNR.htm ,very pleased although a small amount of panic has set in, I have now committed myself to doing this.
I have also managed to secure one of my work charity days to help raise the sponsorship money I need ,it fits in perfectly as the Charity day will be August 27th and I will be running September 16th.
The Downs..I have been aware for about 6 months that I will need to go in for an operation to remove my gallbladder,the last 6 months have flown by and now I have a date and the op in imminent. I assumed (wrongly) that maybe a week or so and I would be running again, however 6 weeks is more likely to be the case. A bit dis- heartened but still determined, this is only a small set back and I have plenty of contingency in place I'm sure.
I have also managed to secure one of my work charity days to help raise the sponsorship money I need ,it fits in perfectly as the Charity day will be August 27th and I will be running September 16th.
The Downs..I have been aware for about 6 months that I will need to go in for an operation to remove my gallbladder,the last 6 months have flown by and now I have a date and the op in imminent. I assumed (wrongly) that maybe a week or so and I would be running again, however 6 weeks is more likely to be the case. A bit dis- heartened but still determined, this is only a small set back and I have plenty of contingency in place I'm sure.
Monday 10 October 2011
To date so far..
As this is going to be a journey of just under one year until the Great North Run and during that year I hope to have run the Gateshead 10k, I thought I would get it down on 'paper' to chart my progress so far.
My plan is to break my training down into small bite size chunks,C25K (9 weeks) then B210K (6 weeks), with plenty of time laid aside for contingency I may be able to complete the GNR (approx 20k) in about 50 weeks time.
I have just started WEEK 3 of the C25K plan this is how its gone so far...
09/10/2011 Week 3 Day 1 Done...With new running socks..Buy 1 get 2 pairs free at New Balance shop,they even have a L and R on just in case. Great socks but most importantly great run,feel chuffed to bits.YAY.Can't wait till next one.
09/10/2011 Weekly weigh in -2lb
07/10/2011 Week 2 Day 3..Done
06/10/2011 Cycling 3.85 miles in 26m:16s Average Speed: 8.8 mph
Tried to make it a relaxing bike ride,however the wind made it quite hard work.
05/10/2011 Week2 Day2... Done,a bit tougher than monday's run probably down to a few general aches and pains,and running against the wind,but still completed each run and feel really good now.Recovery time is getting quicker which is a great sign.Well pleased and looking forward to Friday.
04/10/2011 Cycling 6.15 miles in 40m:11s Average Speed: 9.2 mph
03/10/2011 Week 2 Day 1..DONE. I was really looking forward to todays run,but was also quite nervous. I did a few stretches prior to going out about 2 minutes in total as I have had 2 days rest between.The run was excellent and I did really enjoy it,it was harder but I took it at a really even pace,and focused on the music. Couldn't quite get the breathing part correct (as per podcast). About halfway through, Laura (off of the podcast) said "you may be getting tired now" she was right,but it was fine cos now I had a 2 minute walk.Looking forward to Wednesday.YAY
02/09/2011 Weekly weigh in -4lb
30/09/2011 Week 1 Day 3...Done...Feel great and got into a really good rhythm,not fast but felt right.
29/09/2011 Cycling 4.67 miles in 33m:23s Average Speed: 8.4 mph
28/09/2011 C25K week 1,day 2 (with running shoes) DONE
26/09/2011 C25K Day One Done...GN Run here I come (probably).
25/09/2011 Cycling 5.59 miles in 36m:12s Average Speed: 9.3 mph
My plan is to break my training down into small bite size chunks,C25K (9 weeks) then B210K (6 weeks), with plenty of time laid aside for contingency I may be able to complete the GNR (approx 20k) in about 50 weeks time.
I have just started WEEK 3 of the C25K plan this is how its gone so far...
09/10/2011 Week 3 Day 1 Done...With new running socks..Buy 1 get 2 pairs free at New Balance shop,they even have a L and R on just in case. Great socks but most importantly great run,feel chuffed to bits.YAY.Can't wait till next one.
09/10/2011 Weekly weigh in -2lb
07/10/2011 Week 2 Day 3..Done
06/10/2011 Cycling 3.85 miles in 26m:16s Average Speed: 8.8 mph
Tried to make it a relaxing bike ride,however the wind made it quite hard work.
05/10/2011 Week2 Day2... Done,a bit tougher than monday's run probably down to a few general aches and pains,and running against the wind,but still completed each run and feel really good now.Recovery time is getting quicker which is a great sign.Well pleased and looking forward to Friday.
04/10/2011 Cycling 6.15 miles in 40m:11s Average Speed: 9.2 mph
03/10/2011 Week 2 Day 1..DONE. I was really looking forward to todays run,but was also quite nervous. I did a few stretches prior to going out about 2 minutes in total as I have had 2 days rest between.The run was excellent and I did really enjoy it,it was harder but I took it at a really even pace,and focused on the music. Couldn't quite get the breathing part correct (as per podcast). About halfway through, Laura (off of the podcast) said "you may be getting tired now" she was right,but it was fine cos now I had a 2 minute walk.Looking forward to Wednesday.YAY
02/09/2011 Weekly weigh in -4lb
30/09/2011 Week 1 Day 3...Done...Feel great and got into a really good rhythm,not fast but felt right.
29/09/2011 Cycling 4.67 miles in 33m:23s Average Speed: 8.4 mph
28/09/2011 C25K week 1,day 2 (with running shoes) DONE
26/09/2011 C25K Day One Done...GN Run here I come (probably).
25/09/2011 Cycling 5.59 miles in 36m:12s Average Speed: 9.3 mph
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