Starting Week 4.....
I am on my third try at started C25K and this is the furthest have gotten. I was a little worried about week 3 and doing the three minute runs but I managed to do them all! Then I thought maybe...
View ArticleFirst 1/2 Marathon Questions
Hello everyone, I have a couple of basic questions as I prepare for my first 1/2 marathon this Sunday. For what it's worth, I'm a 50 y/o male in average physical shape. I think I'm ready as I've run...
View ArticleRunning Partner
Hello. I am looking for a running partner near or in the Shingle Springs California area. I'm not a fast runner, but I would like to become faster and more consisitent. Any one interested?
View ArticleOver 50, Overweight, Overwhelmed!
Just finished my first day of week one C25k....must say am very discouraged. I'm over 50, overweight and have fibromyalgia. I'm really hoping that starting (and finishing) C25k will help my symptoms...
View Article200 + Pound club
I too am curious about shoes with GREAT cushioning. I have been wearing ASICS shoes now for about 6 years. As we all know they "update" their shoes every year, but mostly I have been wearing the ASICS...
View ArticleA good replacement for the Asics Gel Cumulus 13??
Hey gang... I did a post a few hours ago that got a few hits...but no replys...guess it was too long...Shorter this time..This years "model" for the Asics Gel Cumulus has MUCH LESS padding and comfort...
View ArticleCold Weather Running
Hello! I am a newbie runner who is starting the Couch to 5k program in the winter...in upstate NY! I live at the base of the Adirondacks and it is already quite cold and blustery. What recommendations...
View ArticleExperienced runners please help!
Hi Everyone. I'm coming back to C25k for my 4th attempt. I've NEVER gotten this far before, and I'm super excited! I'm on week 4, going on day 3 tomorrow. Every since I got to week 4 (which has been...
View ArticleFeeling Guilty
So usually my routine is as follows. Practice various soccer drills, run for 30 minutes, then lift weights for about 45 minutes. I usually do this every weekday and then Saturday, taking Sunday off....
View ArticleOn C25k Shoes
Hopefully one of you wise, experienced runners can help with my situation. I am a serious overpronator with a hard heel strike when walking, but a mid foot striker when running. I go to a running store...
View Article200 + lbs and fast
My weight loss and first race occurred in 2011. Now 2 years later, still hovering around 200 from a high of 245, and run 25+ miles a week. I'll run 12+ half marathons and at least 2 full marathons this...
View ArticleAdvice needed for new runner - how to increase distance?
I'm a relatively new runner – I’ve been going a few months now. It’s summer time here in NZ and I’ve been getting out pretty much every day, I’ve been alternating one day longer (about8 – 10 kms – I...
View ArticleWhat to wear in winter
Obviously new to this, but wondering the best apparel for winter running. I've heard a wind suit with a compression shirt underneath. I've also heard a hoodie and running shorts. What is best? I live...
View ArticleBreathing daggers on cold weather runs!
Okay, I am NOT a runner, but I do it because I'm not 18 anymore and cardio is required to stay fit. I know my limits, and I've been able to extend those limits with patience and persistence. But, now...
View ArticleTreadmill
Is there any way to use the mobile app with a treadmill since it will not record based on GPS?
View ArticleSoutheast Houston Running Clubs
I am currently a newby to the running world and am looking for a running club for newbies in the southeast houston area. The only ones I have been able to find are at least 20 miles away from me. Does...
View ArticleGot any help for GPS not working on the Couch to 5 K app?
It keeps asking me to enable it in the device setting. It is on in the device settings. Anyone got a fix for this? I updated the app, and updated iOs. No change. Very frustrated as I really want to...
View ArticleOne long run a week for 1/2 marathon training
Hello, I started running in earnest about 8 months ago. Family and work generally keep me from running during the week, although my daily walking component of my commute (walk to train..walk to...
View ArticleIs the "Curves" program good for runners?
I am currently sidelined with extremely sore knees and have been told that I should look into stregnth training and stretching to help avoid injury in the future. Is their program good for strength...
View ArticleIs training too early possible
Hi everyone I'm 60 years old and running half marathon in October 2013 is training now too early and any pointers , tips
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