jedimomm Posted September 15, 2015 Report Share Posted September 15, 2015 I turned 50 this year, and have been doing all those good-for-me things that come with half a century . I have always professed to hate running, but I have come to realize that the reason I hated running was because I couldn't breathe. I quit smoking just about a year ago, and it's AMAZING how much better I feel! And I'm actually ENJOYING running...I'm out there every day, although I'm reading I shouldn't be doing that. I do take at least one full day off a week, and I'm researching an exercise program to go with the running. I started out with walking about a month ago, and then remembered the running app; I started week 3 today and ACTUALLY DID IT!!! I was really nervous about running for 3 whole minutes at a time, and it was hard, but I did it . When I started walking, my mile pace was 18:48...today it was 16:05! My goal is to do a 5K this year...might be the turtle and not the hare, but I'm ok with slow and steady. The bonus plan is I've lost 10 lbs so far (also still a long way to go with that lol). For the first time in a very long time, it feels like it's coming together for me fitness-wise...thanks C25K!! Choriste 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TrishE Posted September 15, 2015 Report Share Posted September 15, 2015 Amazing! Congrats Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#Iwillbefit! Posted September 16, 2015 Report Share Posted September 16, 2015 So happy for you! I, like you, never liked to run, and about a month or two after I quit smoking I tried and just couldn't handle it. I've been a year and 7 months and just started running and now I CAN BREATHE! I'm starting to enjoy it also, so even if you've quit recently, the benefits will keep coming the longer you stay away!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KellyAnn Posted September 23, 2015 Report Share Posted September 23, 2015 Welcome and that is awesome! Good Luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Natcatvet Posted September 24, 2015 Report Share Posted September 24, 2015 I'm very jealous and want to progress like so many of you here. I'm determined but scared of failing as I've never never run. I'm reading these threads for ongoing motivation ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KellyAnn Posted September 24, 2015 Report Share Posted September 24, 2015 Hey NATCAT, You can do it and we are here cheering you on all the way! Walk too if you have to, but you got this! Do not be afraid! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janviv Posted September 25, 2015 Report Share Posted September 25, 2015 Hi NATCAT, come and join us, we have all struggled at times, it took me 4 months to finish c25k, I am still quite slow, but I am so much fitter & healthier. If you chat to us we will get you motivated. The first steps are the most difficult after that it's a bit addictive, seeing a tick on each day completed in the app is such a buzz. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeshi Posted September 25, 2015 Report Share Posted September 25, 2015 Congrats on quitting smoking, jedimomm and #Iwillbefit!; that's a great accomplishment in itself! Keep going and you'll make it to the 5k! Natcatvet, the fact that you attempted the session - put on the clothes, started up the app, and started the walk - is already a success! Even if you do not finish the entire session the first day, even finishing part of it is a success. Keep adding each success, and you will be on your way to a 5k! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Natcatvet Posted September 25, 2015 Report Share Posted September 25, 2015 Gotta love the support on these threads - finished wk2 day 1 today and I smashed it to my surprise! Looking forward to everyone's updates over the next few months Choriste 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Choriste Posted September 27, 2015 Report Share Posted September 27, 2015 Just started today. I'm 49 and 100 pounds overweight. I got through half day 1 and am pleasantly surprised. Looking forward to getting better! Natcatvet 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KellyAnn Posted September 28, 2015 Report Share Posted September 28, 2015 DOING FANTASTIC everyone.... So proud of all of you, you got this! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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