Deck Posted January 3, 2016 Report Share Posted January 3, 2016 I've never been a runner, never in fact been much of a sports person, so now with a couple of stents, pacemaker and a double herniated disk, that was operated on this time last year, I've decided to go for the five. Today I did a, "trial run", just to see if I could make it in the dark. Where I live I am too far away from the nearest gym for it to be possible to commit to going there on a daily basis, so I found a flat road alongside the river. Forgot my earphones, phone battery died after second run so I guess it was not a resounding success. I really would like to reach the goal, and would appreciate your encouragement. Speedingsloth 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Breezee Posted January 3, 2016 Report Share Posted January 3, 2016 I'm encouraged! As long as you as working in with your doctors advice go for it. Start off with fast walking if you need to. It can be less jarring on your bones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob129 Posted January 4, 2016 Report Share Posted January 4, 2016 That doesn't sound too bad. You were out moving which is way better than being on the couch. You can do this.. trace jackson 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kbockl Posted January 4, 2016 Report Share Posted January 4, 2016 I started with C25K last January, on my 59th birthday. I'll be running a 10 K this January on my 60th birthday. My only goal is to finish the race! Running has made me stronger in every imaginable way. trace jackson, KellyAnn and Speedingsloth 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob129 Posted January 5, 2016 Report Share Posted January 5, 2016 I started with C25K last January, on my 59th birthday. I'll be running a 10 K this January on my 60th birthday. My only goal is to finish the race! Running has made me stronger in every imaginable way. That is awesome!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcR Posted January 7, 2016 Report Share Posted January 7, 2016 I hope it's not too late. I am 60 and I downloaded the app 4 days ago; day before yesterday I went for my first C25K workout. Who knew I was that out of shape? I used to weigh #313 and now I am down to #215 through portion control and common sense. My goal is #180. My neighbor turned me on to the app. He started about 6 months ago and now routinely runs 5-7 mies a day. Of course, he is 20 years younger than me too, but hey, it's a goal, right? Today was my second day. I love the app and I did as someone suggested and put the iPhone in my pocket instead of looking at it. I did great and I did also use my treadmill this evening just to walk off some stiffness. When I got a little disappointed in my pace I thought about the quote here someone said, "Regardless of your speed, you are moving faster than the guy on the couch." That's good enough for me. For now. Speedingsloth 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob129 Posted January 7, 2016 Report Share Posted January 7, 2016 Marc, I hope you continue to enjoy running. Rob MarcR 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Speedingsloth Posted January 8, 2016 Report Share Posted January 8, 2016 Today was my second day. I love the app and I did as someone suggested and put the iPhone in my pocket instead of looking at it. I did great and I did also use my treadmill this evening just to walk off some stiffness. In addition to keeping the iPhone in the pocket, I didn't wear my a watch on the last 2 runs which has been helpful because I have no sense of time so I can't do the 'how long more to the end' countdown and have no choice but to 'just run till I'm told otherwise'. Also helps in not being further imprinted with watch tan line MarcR 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveJ Posted January 8, 2016 Report Share Posted January 8, 2016 These are some awesome and inspirational stories! I think if you are in touch with your doctor and she/he gives you the green light, go for it. Just take it one run at a time! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Revitalise Posted January 8, 2016 Report Share Posted January 8, 2016 I started last week and am 62. You have inspired me to keep it up. Used to run 10. K regularly when children were little so would love to even do 5 regularly now. MarcR 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deck Posted January 10, 2016 Author Report Share Posted January 10, 2016 Thank you all for the encouragement. It's a struggle but I'll get there. trace jackson 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Revitalise Posted January 11, 2016 Report Share Posted January 11, 2016 Reading the post really do help. Week 3 day 1 and it's getting harder. Don't feel I'm covering 5 kms yet though? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveJ Posted January 12, 2016 Report Share Posted January 12, 2016 I would focus on time running rather than distance (the distance assumes that you're running a pretty decent pace and you may not be to that yet). Focus on endurance before you worry about speed. The speed will come. I don't think there a lot of people who finish the program in 8 weeks that can run a 5K in 30 minutes (at least I know I couldn't when I finished the program). I felt the program did a great job on endurance building and then when you feel ready, you can look into picking up the pace with interval training (but as always, go slow as you introduce new training regimens to minimize injury risk). For now, just work on time and you'll get to distance. Great job everyone! MarcR 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KellyAnn Posted January 13, 2016 Report Share Posted January 13, 2016 AWESOME, 60 is not old to start EVER!! You are lapping anyone sitting on the couch.. SO proud of you! Keep it up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Revitalise Posted January 13, 2016 Report Share Posted January 13, 2016 Tks one and all. Will keep it up and focus on time. Quite enjoying but getting little tougher Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KellyAnn Posted January 14, 2016 Report Share Posted January 14, 2016 YOU GOT THIS!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcR Posted January 20, 2016 Report Share Posted January 20, 2016 Aaaaaand Week 3 day two! I'm into it and enjoying the after effect of a feeling of accomplishment. I turned 61 two days after I started; I may not be fast, but I am moving faster than anyone standing still! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob129 Posted January 21, 2016 Report Share Posted January 21, 2016 Good deal, Marc. Keep on going!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotcoffeenow Posted January 26, 2016 Report Share Posted January 26, 2016 Turning 50 in a few months and just started yesterday. You are encouraging me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcR Posted March 1, 2016 Report Share Posted March 1, 2016 So, here's an update. Week 4, Day 3 I developed some pain that wasn't normal at all. I couldn't make it around the block. I came home, defeated and disappointed and started icing my left knee. That was a Friday. Saturday it was worse. MUCH worse. I called my doc, he said ice every two hours, no heat. Sent me some meds for the pain. I saw the doc on Monday and he referred me to my orthopedic guy - so many steps for insurance, it is ridiculous. Finally a week later, I'm on a cane and still icing and the ortho guy says I need an MRI - thinks we are dealing with a torn meniscus. Another week to get an MRI. MRI came in and the good news was NO torn meniscus and absolutely NO signs of arthritis at all in a 61 year old knee! BUT. I have a stress fracture n the upper part of the tibia, running ALMOSt to the top of the bone; within 1/4". Had it been closer he would have suggested surgery to pin/screw it into place. So, into a brace and crutches for a few weeks. I was worried it would break again but the doc says that a stress fracture actually heals stronger than surrounding bone so it likely wouldn't happen in the same location. He also says that after our March 11th appointment, I will likely come out of the brace but he strongly suggests that I not go immediately back to the program (which BTW he thinks is AOK). His suggestion is that after the brace comes off that I still be careful for another 30 days and then start back with a codicil: don't do the program as designed, but repeat each week. So two week one, two week two, etc. Build slower and more carefully. I also am totally guilty, your honor, of not stretching properly. I relied on the 5 minute warm up walk to do it. My doc sat on the floor with me and showed me how to properly stretch and gave me some tips. He is training for an ironman and has many marathons under his belt so I figure the guy knows his stuff. So there is my update. 60 isn't too late IF you do it right, but there can be problems and we just have to deal with it. I was disappointed because I have to tell you, the sense of accomplishment I got during week 3 and the start of week 4 were crazy good for my old ego. I will be back. I will start again. I will follow my doctors advice and go slow(er) and stretch better! CupaTea and torus_ot 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KellyAnn Posted March 2, 2016 Report Share Posted March 2, 2016 Nice. Way to go!! Exciting!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willy Posted March 14, 2016 Report Share Posted March 14, 2016 today I finished week 5 day 3. I took a few days off before the big 20 minute run. I wasn't moving that fast but I finished. Training for my first half marathon in July and I will be 59. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willy Posted March 14, 2016 Report Share Posted March 14, 2016 today I finished week 5 day 3. I took a few days off before the big 20 minute run. I wasn't moving that fast but I finished. Training for my first half marathon in July and I will be 59. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blayne Posted March 15, 2016 Report Share Posted March 15, 2016 Good for you ! I failed my last run. Willy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willy Posted March 15, 2016 Report Share Posted March 15, 2016 Keep trying, you can do it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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