As much as I didn't want to get out of bed this morning, I did. It was a few minutes later than I had intended, but still plenty of time to get my 30 minutes in on the treadmill. Week 1, Day 2 of C25K was much easier than Day 1 and there's a very good reason for that. Apparently I jumped way ahead of myself and was running 90 sec at a time and walking 60. I should have been running 60 and walking 90. BIG difference! Day 2 felt incredibly easy in comparison.
The other thing that made it easier, was that I discovered this awesome C25K iPhone app. It is really easy to use and you can even build a music play list for your runs right inside the app. Each week's run/walk increments are built right in with audio cues when you need to switch gears which is really helpful - no need to watch the timer. I definitely would recommend it. There is also a list of C25K podcasts available to download that tell you when it is time to switch to running/walking. I haven't checked any of them out (yet) but if you don't have an iPhone or iPod, it gives you some other options.
I'm feeling really good about this whole thing today. My leg muscles are starting to get a little bit sore/stiff but it's the good kind of soreness so it isn't really bothering me. I plan on enjoying my extra 30 minutes of sleep tomorrow, but I'm actually looking forward to my Friday morning run now!
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Monday, March 15, 2010
C25K - Week 1, Day 1
I'm beginning to think that I should plead temporary insanity and call it a day today. I decided to start the Couch to 5K program and nearly killed myself before 7:00 a.m. this morning. You see, I am not a runner. I absolutely loathe running. It just is not my thing. I could walk and walk and walk all day, but running and I just are not friends.
But, I need to get in better shape. I need to lose weight. I need a fast and effective cardio workout that I can do several times a week (preferably in my home). Oh, and I also want to run the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure in August. Yes, in August. I'm giving myself some time to get ready. It is my one goal for the year and I really don't want to fail.
I guess you could say I've been inspired by the many, many, women I've read about lately that have been competing in races all over and raising funds for so many great causes. I've wanted to do Race for the Cure for years and always let it slip by without registering. I always assumed that I would walk it, but for some reason lately I keep thinking maybe, just maybe, I could run it. At the very least, I should be able to run part of it. The thought of running in the August heat is a bit daunting, but I'm going to give it a shot.
Week 1, Day 1 - I got myself out of bed this morning at 6:15, got dressed, got myself to the treadmill, and celebrated that small victory with a drink of water. Then it was time to start the hard part. Amazingly, I made it through the first workout without too much of a struggle but it did get tough toward the end. I'm thinking I may need to do the program a little slower and stretch each week into two weeks, but I'll wait to see how the week finishes out. The whole thing left me a little light headed this morning, but that may have to do with the lack of sleep I got over the weekend and the fact that I got up almost two hours earlier than my body is used to (thanks to the time change).
My biggest concern is whether I'm going to be able to transfer running on the treadmill to running on the streets. The treadmill is my easy choice for early morning workouts since I have one at home. My neighborhood is not the best for running/walking and definitely not a good choice before the sun comes up but I also don't want to have to drive somewhere to get a run in. I know myself and if it's not easily accessible I won't do it. I might be able to get an outdoor run in on the weekend, but also would like to stick to a MWF schedule. I'm going to have to think about that one, but would love any input.
But, I need to get in better shape. I need to lose weight. I need a fast and effective cardio workout that I can do several times a week (preferably in my home). Oh, and I also want to run the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure in August. Yes, in August. I'm giving myself some time to get ready. It is my one goal for the year and I really don't want to fail.
I guess you could say I've been inspired by the many, many, women I've read about lately that have been competing in races all over and raising funds for so many great causes. I've wanted to do Race for the Cure for years and always let it slip by without registering. I always assumed that I would walk it, but for some reason lately I keep thinking maybe, just maybe, I could run it. At the very least, I should be able to run part of it. The thought of running in the August heat is a bit daunting, but I'm going to give it a shot.
Week 1, Day 1 - I got myself out of bed this morning at 6:15, got dressed, got myself to the treadmill, and celebrated that small victory with a drink of water. Then it was time to start the hard part. Amazingly, I made it through the first workout without too much of a struggle but it did get tough toward the end. I'm thinking I may need to do the program a little slower and stretch each week into two weeks, but I'll wait to see how the week finishes out. The whole thing left me a little light headed this morning, but that may have to do with the lack of sleep I got over the weekend and the fact that I got up almost two hours earlier than my body is used to (thanks to the time change).
My biggest concern is whether I'm going to be able to transfer running on the treadmill to running on the streets. The treadmill is my easy choice for early morning workouts since I have one at home. My neighborhood is not the best for running/walking and definitely not a good choice before the sun comes up but I also don't want to have to drive somewhere to get a run in. I know myself and if it's not easily accessible I won't do it. I might be able to get an outdoor run in on the weekend, but also would like to stick to a MWF schedule. I'm going to have to think about that one, but would love any input.
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