Netty1202 Posted October 2, 2015 Report Share Posted October 2, 2015 So this is weird for me, but I find that at least once a day, I think to myself I want to run everyday. I am only on week 4 of this program. I am amazed at myself, being overweight and generally unfit for the last decade. Even before that, I did not run. Like EVER. I am interested to know if anyone else is feeling especially inspired by running? Sorry if this is a little cheesey, I'm sorta embarrassed just writing it. Azatol, Twobees, Wendell and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TrishE Posted October 3, 2015 Report Share Posted October 3, 2015 Dont be embarrassed! That's great running and exercise has a great effect on your body and mind. It releases endorphins in your brain which is a feel good hormone. That's what makes working out so addicting sometimes. More than that though pushing yourself and seeing how strong and capable you are is a great feeling Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clairey-Lou39 Posted October 3, 2015 Report Share Posted October 3, 2015 Me too! My husband has even told me to 'just go for a run' when I was particularly grumpy one afternoon, just because he knew I'd come back in a better mood! anewcreation and Natcatvet 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djplong Posted October 11, 2015 Report Share Posted October 11, 2015 Netty1202, you're not alone. I think I said this somewhere else but.. If you would have asked anyone who knew me about the chances of me becoming a jogger, they would have told you that my kids would have a better shot at going swimming in an open-air pool on the MOON before I'd take up jogging.I still don't consider myself a runner but I find myself wanting to get out there to keep the statistics going up (as recorded on apps on my phone) and my weight going down (22 pounds lost since this started). I still haven't hit any of my 'goals' (an injury derailed my schedule - so I bought a bike and started riding that to try and keep some cardio going) but that may come as soon as January. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WandaV Posted October 12, 2015 Report Share Posted October 12, 2015 I was a confirmed couch potato but I'm in week 6 now. And surprise! I find myself wanting to run more, too. It's magic. That's what it is! Twobees 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeshi Posted October 12, 2015 Report Share Posted October 12, 2015 Netty, I'm surprised at my own willingness to run as well. I had a fear of running and had resigned myself to being a person "who just can't run." Now, I'm hyped up and feel the craving at least once a day! Yay! Twobees 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob129 Posted October 13, 2015 Report Share Posted October 13, 2015 The same feelings have developed for me; I really look forward to running especially on the weekend when i run both days. Getting an activity watch that measures Max VO2 and records distance/fastest mile has made it entertaining, sort of like a game. Rob129 and Netty1202 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djplong Posted October 20, 2015 Report Share Posted October 20, 2015 I have goals in mind and each session is movement towards those goals. Like the OP, I find myself looking forward to the next run and aggravated when I can't (now that I'm back to running after an injury). I *never* would have thought that I would feel like that under ANY circumstances! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twobees Posted October 27, 2015 Report Share Posted October 27, 2015 I'm the same. Just want my Legs to move. I'm due to start week three today but just want to run. Who would of thought. I've gone from being a blob and maybe doing under 5000 steps a day to wanting to run in such a short time. Who would of guessed? Not me that's for sure Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KellyAnn Posted November 6, 2015 Report Share Posted November 6, 2015 Awesome TwoBees. How are you doing?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anne Lang Posted November 6, 2015 Report Share Posted November 6, 2015 starting to crave running the way i have always craved my fave food(DARK CHOCOLATE). I even dreamed of running when i was injured and had to heal seems normal to me Azatol 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twobees Posted November 7, 2015 Report Share Posted November 7, 2015 Going ok Kellyann. Been sick and my iron level is low again so really lacking energy. Working on feeling better. So all on week 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anne Lang Posted November 7, 2015 Report Share Posted November 7, 2015 twobees do you drink a lot of tea the tannins block iron absoption i have also read if you can not absorb iron you need to eat both kinds together plant based and meat based with fruits that are high in vitamine c good luck getting your iron up. i just looked this all up for my mom u can google for more info Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twobees Posted November 7, 2015 Report Share Posted November 7, 2015 I do indeed. I forgot about the tannin in the tea. Also milk does it to. I forgot all about that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anne Lang Posted November 7, 2015 Report Share Posted November 7, 2015 good luck getting your iron back up it helps with energy i know Twobees 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendell Posted November 8, 2015 Report Share Posted November 8, 2015 I'm totally addicted this time around. It's like all I can think about! I'm only starting week 3, and it clicked around w2d2. Azatol 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruthie Posted November 8, 2015 Report Share Posted November 8, 2015 I dream about running over the hills....as light as can be. Hope this means i am addicted.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anne Lang Posted November 8, 2015 Report Share Posted November 8, 2015 yes Ruthie u r Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruthie Posted November 9, 2015 Report Share Posted November 9, 2015 @Anne - YAY!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anne Lang Posted November 10, 2015 Report Share Posted November 10, 2015 Glad to make you happy @Ruthie @Twobees hows it going. all other running adicts sound off how is it going Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twobees Posted November 10, 2015 Report Share Posted November 10, 2015 Going good thanks. W2d2 today after a horrid week last week. I'm down to a couple of cups of tea and drinking coffee. Not sute if it's the iron levels increasing because I've reduced tannins or if it's the cafine. What every it is, I like it. Lol. I feel like running again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendell Posted November 10, 2015 Report Share Posted November 10, 2015 I feel I may be pushing it a little too much, but it's like I can't help it! I have this need to run every day. I'm only in week 3, but I can't wait to get to week 4. I also have some friends and coworkers wanting me to sign up for a 5k run/walk on Thanksgiving morning. I really don't want to do one until I know I can run all of it, but also want to just go for it. Decisions decisions lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anne Lang Posted November 10, 2015 Report Share Posted November 10, 2015 @Wendell so what if you dont finish it so what if you walk most of it go have fun with friends and coworkers. Dont push your training thats when injuries happen. @Twobees great news Wendell 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azatol Posted November 10, 2015 Report Share Posted November 10, 2015 I feel I may be pushing it a little too much, but it's like I can't help it! I have this need to run every day. I'm only in week 3, but I can't wait to get to week 4. I also have some friends and coworkers wanting me to sign up for a 5k run/walk on Thanksgiving morning. I really don't want to do one until I know I can run all of it, but also want to just go for it. Decisions decisions lol. Running every day is counterproductive to learning to run. It's also flirting with running injury which could set you back a month+. First off, when you don't have a rest day, your muscle fiber doesn't have time to regrow and make you stronger. You'll become a stronger runner if you have stronger legs. Additionally, and I say this from unfortunate experience, you do not want to spend a month watching runners out the window as you're in physical therapy for runners knee (Patellofemorol Pain Syndrome). Overuse injuries happen. Running is a contact sport. Treat your body well and give it the rest it needs and it will reward you with better running. Cycle, Elliptical, Yoga, Golf, Hike. Find off day activities!! Your body will thank you for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Netty1202 Posted November 10, 2015 Author Report Share Posted November 10, 2015 So my update. I just finished W6D3. I had a hard time with this one. I went on holiday and had a 5 day period with no running. If I were in the advice giving group, I would not recommend a long break during this program. I have since ran every other day. And I had to repeat week 6 completely.. But today I finally found my grove again. I found an old album I really loved on spotify and I went for it! Back to feeling amazing! Azatol 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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