Couch to 5km running programme
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Topic: Couch to 5km running programme
Posted By: weegee
Subject: Couch to 5km running programme
Date Posted: 16 April 2009 at 12:22pm
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Ok so I have looked at this programme multiple times but never actually done it. Since the end of the summer sports season my fitness is starting to deteriorate again so I've decided to jump in and do it, starting TODAY.
Here's the link: http://www.c25k.com/ - http://www.c25k.com/ I've downloaded the podcasts from http://www.ullreys.com/robert/Podcasts/page6/page6.html - here which have good music for running to and will tell me when to run, when to walk etc. It's 20-30 minutes a day, three days a week, and sounds perfectly achievable. But I'm bad at not following through on these sorts of things, so need some external motivators - like some virtual running buddies. Anyone keen to join me? Here's the blurb from http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml - the original designers : Too many people have been turned off of running simply by trying to start off too fast. Their bodies rebel, and they wind up miserable, wondering why anyone would possibly want to do this to themselves. You should ease into your running program gradually. In fact, the beginners' program we outline here is less of a running regimen than a walking and jogging program. The idea is to transform you from couch potato to runner, getting you running three miles (or 5K) on a regular basis in just two months. ------------- 
Mum to JJ, 4 July 2008 & Addie, 28 July 2010 |
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Posted By: weegee
Date Posted: 16 April 2009 at 12:24pm
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Here's today's task:
Brisk five-minute warmup walk. Then alternate 60 seconds of jogging and 90 seconds of walking for a total of 20 minutes.  -------------
Mum to JJ, 4 July 2008 & Addie, 28 July 2010 |
Posted By: fire_engine
Date Posted: 16 April 2009 at 12:26pm
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I'll join you!
I did start the C25K about 2 1/2 months ago but ended up with a knee injury so had to stop. I went from being able to run 100m (yes, honestly) to being able to do 3.5K at a slow jog in about 6 weeks. I am not, and have never been a runner, so if you think you won't be able to, I am proof that you can! Have to admit, I did modify the program a bit too, after about week 3, I ran as long as I could rather than sticking to the times. Will have to check out the Podcasts ------------- Mum to two wee boys |
Posted By: weegee
Date Posted: 16 April 2009 at 12:30pm
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Yay!
My sister has done it - like you, got injured and had to stop - and told me when I said I was doing it: "Just make sure you don’t run too fast or go too hard. Stick to the time limits and don’t add on extra runs or minutes even if you feel like you can… that’s where I usually come unstuck."  -------------
Mum to JJ, 4 July 2008 & Addie, 28 July 2010 |
Posted By: fire_engine
Date Posted: 16 April 2009 at 12:40pm
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I hate having to restrain my "crash and burn" self. I do confess, there is probably a link between pushing myself and my injury. I was pushing myself out of amazement that I was actually able to do it!
I did modify it partly because of hills around here and it was really tricky when the uphill conincided with the run while I was pushing the buggy (11kg buggy + 8kg baby + uphill =  ). I think that's probably an acceptable, realistic modification. Blardy Auckland.
Now I just have to perseude Daniel that going for a run with mum is fun  . And learn how to spell persuede ------------- Mum to two wee boys |
Posted By: monikah
Date Posted: 16 April 2009 at 12:54pm
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i did it a couple of years ago until i was up to running 45 mins 5 days a week. ill be starting again as soon as this baby is out. so excited to see other ppl on it. will definitly be joing you guys with this soon!!! ------------- 
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Posted By: mylilmosaic
Date Posted: 16 April 2009 at 1:20pm
Yay a running thread  My DH and I have started walking & jogging to our cowshed which is 3 km's there and back everyday. I can't wait until I can actually run to the cowshed and back without needing to stop lol  ------------- http://lilypie.com"> 
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Posted By: AandCsmum
Date Posted: 16 April 2009 at 1:40pm
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I'd love to do it but don't think my boobies would appreciate it, unless some one knows of a good fitness maternity bra? ------------- Kel http://lilypie.com"> 
A = 01.02.04 & C = 16.01.09 & G = 30.03.12 |
Posted By: Babe
Date Posted: 16 April 2009 at 1:53pm
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LOL I'm with you Kel! I'm abit concerned about knocking myself out with my own knockers hehe! I actually did find a great bra at Rebel sports so am gona go get it then do this! I'll PM you when I'm coming up to shop
Yay I've just been moaning to myself about how unfit I've got since getting pregnant and with TTC #2 coming up at the end of the year I better get onto it!! -------------   
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Posted By: weegee
Date Posted: 16 April 2009 at 2:37pm
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I guess I'm lucky on that front, my boobs aren't big enough to do much bouncing. I've heard that wearing two bras at a time can work though... plus I figure for the first week workout, only running for 60 seconds at a time won't be too bad.
Right, I'm heading off for my run, wish me luck! -------------
Mum to JJ, 4 July 2008 & Addie, 28 July 2010 |
Posted By: chonni
Date Posted: 16 April 2009 at 3:29pm
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ill join you ive wanted to start running for ages now!!!! i love it how you can have music and it tells you when to run and walk... ------------- 
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Posted By: fire_engine
Date Posted: 16 April 2009 at 4:05pm
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I can't stand the music! Will stick to my random ipod mix and guesstimate times.
For the BF mums - I started running while still BF, and was a 14E+. Even now, I'm a flopping 14D. I initially wore a bra and a BF singlet tight which worked OK. When I stopped BF, I bought a proper sports bra - Triumph from Farmers and it's great. No flop at all. Bendon have quite a good range and if you go to one of their branded shops, they do good fittings. ------------- Mum to two wee boys |
Posted By: weegee
Date Posted: 16 April 2009 at 4:21pm
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LOL yeah the music is a bit cheesy, like an ad for a wannabe sports car, but I found having the verbal cues invaluable, and an obvious beat in the music is useful (a lot of the music I like doesn't necessarily have that). There's another podcast linked to on c25k.com that has only the verbal cues, which you can apparently mix with your own music using some program, maybe I'll have a go at that the next time I feel the urge to procrastinate
Well, it could have been worse, but I can't say that was easy! 60 seconds is surprisingly long I managed to do it all though. I think I get bonus points for doing it on a gravel road up a hill (coming back down again on the second half was good in terms of effort, but I don't think my calves will thank me later).
ETA and I wouldn't be able to guesstimate times, I lose count! -------------
Mum to JJ, 4 July 2008 & Addie, 28 July 2010 |
Posted By: fire_engine
Date Posted: 16 April 2009 at 4:26pm
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Make sure you stretch. And stretch on the days you don't run as well. You want to do quads, hamstrings, groin, outside back of your leg (lie on your back, lift left knee up toward chest. take right leg and cross it in front of the left knee. Pull them both up toward your chest) and calves. ------------- Mum to two wee boys |
Posted By: weegee
Date Posted: 16 April 2009 at 4:34pm
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Oh, you mean I can't put my feet up, catch up on here and reward myself with that bag of chips I'm now craving?
You're absolutely right, I'm stretching now! ETA thanks for that outside leg stretch, hadn't done that one before! Took me a second or two to figure out what you meant but it really works -------------
Mum to JJ, 4 July 2008 & Addie, 28 July 2010 |
Posted By: fire_engine
Date Posted: 16 April 2009 at 4:34pm
Only if you've got a glass of wine in your hand. If you're going to not do it, then not do it properly ------------- Mum to two wee boys |
weegee wrote:Posted By: Babe
Date Posted: 16 April 2009 at 4:35pm
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Yep stretching is so important!!! -------------
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Posted By: weegee
Date Posted: 16 April 2009 at 4:37pm
LOL! -------------
Mum to JJ, 4 July 2008 & Addie, 28 July 2010 |
Posted By: Crakleys
Date Posted: 16 April 2009 at 4:40pm
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Hey ladies I started this in September, and finished it in December - was awesome to do just before Christmas. But then with Xmas, NY and hot summer, it went by the wayside.
I started doing it again a coupe of weeks ago and my fitness levels were still at week 5 - not too bad. I have never been a runner, and was soooo proud to hit that 5km!! I did it in a group, and we got certificates! hehe. ------------- http://lilypie.com"> 
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Posted By: katie1
Date Posted: 16 April 2009 at 4:56pm
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This looks great. I'm keen to do it with you. Have just started running but am definitely at the 'couch' stage at the moment.
I tried to download the podcast to put on my ipod but I can't get it to work. I clicked on podcast but nothing seemed to happen. Can anyone help? What should happen. |
Posted By: Kels
Date Posted: 16 April 2009 at 5:20pm
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Im in and so are my girls so we are going to do it as a team. We have decided to start tomorrow.... I would love me and the girls being able to run for 5kms! |
Posted By: Kels
Date Posted: 16 April 2009 at 5:21pm
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Oops forgot to add.. GOODLUCK to everyone starting the C25km!! |
Posted By: weegee
Date Posted: 16 April 2009 at 6:16pm
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Yay for lots of virtual running buddies! Kels that will be so fun doing it with your girls!
katie, try right clicking on 'podcast' and saving to your hard drive? There are a few different podcasts at c25k.com, including christian indie rock if that's your thing -------------
Mum to JJ, 4 July 2008 & Addie, 28 July 2010 |
Posted By: katie1
Date Posted: 16 April 2009 at 6:33pm
| Thanks weegee. Figured it out and have just done first run. It is great. I really loved it! Feel very refreshed and inspired! Thanks for telling me about it. |
Posted By: BeLoved
Date Posted: 16 April 2009 at 6:43pm
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Oh I am in, will hopefully be able to start this weekend but I am definitely in! I was running approx 6kms daily before getting a BFP (exactly a year ago tomorrow) so I think its time to get back into it.
Thanks so much for the inspiration just what I needed to get me off the couch! ------------- http://alterna-tickers.com"> 
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Posted By: katie1
Date Posted: 16 April 2009 at 6:46pm
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Posted By: fire_engine
Date Posted: 16 April 2009 at 6:50pm
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Done
Run, walked, stretched ... now off for some blue cheese and wine ------------- Mum to two wee boys |
Posted By: FionaO
Date Posted: 16 April 2009 at 7:07pm
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Ok, so I'm really keen, will be taking the pram with me.
Where do I start on this site, how do you get the tracks to your ipod? ------------- 
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Posted By: FionaO
Date Posted: 16 April 2009 at 7:33pm
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Ok got it sussed, now just have to decide when to start -------------
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Posted By: AandCsmum
Date Posted: 16 April 2009 at 8:16pm
Ok, I walked today, the bra I had on is sh*t. My hotmilk ones are in the wash  but have a b/f tshirt so might try & double up.
I'm lucky I have an awesome walking track right across the road. Will try again tomorrow & try doing the run walk. Might get the dog fit too. Proud I did something though We walked up Whakapapa ski field & did other walks over easter so am glad I can carry on.
Wee gee are you going to put on in the morning what we have to do? That way it will still be in the forefront of your mind & ours. ------------- Kel http://lilypie.com">
A = 01.02.04 & C = 16.01.09 & G = 30.03.12 |
Posted By: kriss
Date Posted: 16 April 2009 at 8:46pm
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What a great programme, thanks for the info Weegee!!
DH & I will be starting on Monday.. can't wait! Sooo needed some motivation to get out and in shape ------------- http://lilypie.com"> 
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Posted By: kiwisj
Date Posted: 16 April 2009 at 9:00pm
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I'm in! If DH isn't home too late tonight I will start tonight otherwise tomorrow afternoon. My goal this year is to run the Singapore 1/2 marathon in December so I desperately need to get started after 4 months of NO exercise. Major hurdle is getting away from Callum long enough to go for a run because I can't run with him outside (too hot) and I can't take him to the gym with me
Great idea to put the info on here Weegee. Good luck everyone! ------------- SJ Callum - Dec 2008 Daniel - Oct 2010 |
Posted By: kiwisj
Date Posted: 16 April 2009 at 9:03pm
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Oh PS, re the bra thing.. my bbs were huge (12F) before I was pregnant and I've always run with two bras - a sports bra and another sports crop top or singlet with a decent shelf bra inside it. The other thing to do is work on your chest muscles to tone up a bit too. ------------- SJ Callum - Dec 2008 Daniel - Oct 2010 |
Posted By: my2angels
Date Posted: 16 April 2009 at 9:06pm
| Im in. Ive been going to the gym though and know i can run for 5 minutes already so might skip a few weeks. I am just downloading the music now so havent heard it yet but agree being told when to run adn when to walk would be great cos at the gym my trainer does that for me and alters the treadmill so I dont have to do anything except follow orders. I will start monday though cos we are going away this weekend |
Posted By: weegee
Date Posted: 17 April 2009 at 9:08am
Hmmm... well it's a little tricky with us all starting at slightly different times, and you're supposed to do it 3 times a week, pretty much day on/day off, and it's the same for a week... but I'll try. I'll assume for the purposes of this exercise that nobody will run on a Sunday. Sooo, if you're starting today, here's the program: Brisk walk for 5 minutes to warm up (Run 60 seconds, brisk walk 90 seconds to recover) x 8, 20 minutes all up Walk for 5 mins to cool down, gradually reducing pace to an easy walk. Don't push yourself too hard on the run, it should be more of a jog, keep your arms down and swinging, keep your shoulders down, focus on your breathing, apparently you should theoretically be capable of talking while you're doing it. And like Babe and Fliss so rightly pointed out, remember to stretch! If you're not running today, still stretch! -------------
Mum to JJ, 4 July 2008 & Addie, 28 July 2010 |
Posted By: weegee
Date Posted: 17 April 2009 at 9:11am
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kiwisj - any tips for chest toning exercises then? Does that mean weights? -------------
Mum to JJ, 4 July 2008 & Addie, 28 July 2010 |
Posted By: Cassie
Date Posted: 17 April 2009 at 9:39am
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I'm in as well, I desperately need to get some better bra's first though, so off shopping tomorrow morning and will get started Monday afternoon when Ivy is at daycare.
Thanks for posting the links! I've downloaded the podcasts and will get them set up on my MP3 player. Wish I wasn't feeling so damn crook today or I'd be out the door getting started!!! Great motivation knowing that so many of you are going to be doing this too. ------------- ~Cassie~   
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Posted By: FionaO
Date Posted: 17 April 2009 at 9:54am
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I'm going to do Monday, weds and fri. Starting this monday coming.
Its exciting, Ipod is charged and ready to go. -------------
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Posted By: Babe
Date Posted: 17 April 2009 at 10:48am
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Me and DH are starting this monday. I'm having probs with the podcast though it keeps telling me its write-protected when I go to put it on my ipod?!
Weegee you don't need weights to tone chest muscles. Try doing pressups against your bench - put your feet out so you're leaning toward to the bench on a 45 degree angle and do normal pushups. -------------
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Posted By: Babe
Date Posted: 17 April 2009 at 11:05am
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Scratch that I got the podcast on! -------------
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Posted By: Lexidore
Date Posted: 17 April 2009 at 4:34pm
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Im definately keen to give it a try!! Will start in just over two weeks though when we are back living on the flat and not on a hill. Thanks Weegee i had never heard of it before! ------------- 
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Posted By: Kels
Date Posted: 17 April 2009 at 5:06pm
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DONE!!! Friggen heck...nearly died im sure of it hahahahaha SO we got dressed and ready to go. It was only me and Mercedes doing it as Lesieli has a bad foot. We went over to the school across the road and did it on the field. Alize ran around on the middle of the field playing where Lesieli was sitting timing it us. It was hilarious, she was calling start/stop for the 60sec of running so Alize kept yelling at the top of his lung "Run fast mummy, "yes mummy run fast good girl" lol. Mercedes did really well and kept up with the jogging till about the 4th set of jogging and wanted to stop so I told her just to keep walking till the 20mins was up. I was nearly about to pack it 15mins into it as I thought my legs just werent going to carry me much longer and I think Lesieli could tell b'cos she started cheering calling out "your nearly done mum, cool mum" That got me thru it. I got home and hung the washing thinking I was going to collaspe if I didnt rest but then had a long shower and was all of a sudden refreshed.... Intial feeling as I was walking back from the school was "I am Never doing this again" ROFLMAO but once I was refreashed after my shower the endorphins must have been pumping because I was so happy and proud of me and my team that all I can say is Bring on Saturday for day 2!! Goodluck for everyones next run!! |
Posted By: Babe
Date Posted: 17 April 2009 at 5:09pm
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Woohoo go Kels and the girl team!!!! -------------
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Posted By: weegee
Date Posted: 17 April 2009 at 6:11pm
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Yay Kels that's awesome! Alize sounds so cute I feel your pain, on about the second run the podcast was going "keep it at an easy pace, you should be able to talk while you're running" and I was thinking "frigging heck no way could I talk right now!"
Hopefully Mercedes will be able to do it by the end of the week too And Lesieli is such a honey, you have done such a good job with her! 
Definitely wasn't easy but I'm thinking the next time it will be easier - specially cos we KNOW we can do it now. And I know what you mean about the feeling of accomplishment, even though it was only 8 minutes running all up, I had a bit of a running high for the rest of yesterday. DH came home and said "gee you look happy!" -------------
Mum to JJ, 4 July 2008 & Addie, 28 July 2010 |
Posted By: AandCsmum
Date Posted: 17 April 2009 at 6:37pm
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Go Kels!
I walked into town today & around town & home again. Does that count 
I'm going to start it for real on monday but I don't have a ipod. Wonder if DH will spring for a little one? We have his toshisba with all the music on it. ------------- Kel http://lilypie.com">
A = 01.02.04 & C = 16.01.09 & G = 30.03.12 |
Posted By: weegee
Date Posted: 17 April 2009 at 7:01pm
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You can do it without an mp3 player, but I do find it easier to listen to something while I'm running. Don't be deceived by the term 'podcast', it doesn't have to be an ipod specifically, you can get something perfectly good for $40 or so (probably less if you shop around) eg http://www.dse.co.nz/dse.shop/en/catalog/CTG0001520_ga - Dick Smith linky -------------
Mum to JJ, 4 July 2008 & Addie, 28 July 2010 |
Posted By: Kels
Date Posted: 17 April 2009 at 7:12pm
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Aliasmum that def counts!! weegees Im glad Im not the only one who found it hard. Im sure by the start of week 2 it should be easier and by the end of week 2 we should be sailing thru lol Goodluck for monday babe! |
Posted By: kiwisj
Date Posted: 17 April 2009 at 7:49pm
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Go Kels!
Woe is me ... I just got dressed to go start and NONE of my running gear fits me  All the more reason to get moving I spose!
BBL! ------------- SJ Callum - Dec 2008 Daniel - Oct 2010 |
Posted By: kiwisj
Date Posted: 17 April 2009 at 8:46pm
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OMG that was hard! But yay, I did it I am soooo unfit compared with a year ago pre-pregnancy (and even compared with 5 months ago, before I was on bedrest). So stoked I did it though. Rest day tomorrow ... bring on Sunday ------------- SJ Callum - Dec 2008 Daniel - Oct 2010 |
Posted By: fire_engine
Date Posted: 17 April 2009 at 9:22pm
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Go girls
Not to be a party pooper (and it's only my experience ...) but I found week 2 and 3 the hardest. Week 1 I was running on endorphins and amazement and going "I'm so cool". Then the next week "This is so hard, why is this so hard, it was easier last week, I'm never going to do 5K, I'm hopeless, sob sob" (literally). By mid of week 3 I was back on track. Kiwisj, I feel your pain! I had to go out and buy some new stuff, though I found it motivated me a bit, cos I had some nice leggings (albeit $15 from WH!) rather than my ancient shorts that kept riding up and getting real uncomfortable! ------------- Mum to two wee boys |
Posted By: AandCsmum
Date Posted: 17 April 2009 at 9:57pm
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Hey I saw some cool trackies in Glassons today. Would suit preggy Mums too.
Cool Rachael, I'll look up that link & see what I can get. ------------- Kel http://lilypie.com">
A = 01.02.04 & C = 16.01.09 & G = 30.03.12 |
Posted By: arohanui
Date Posted: 17 April 2009 at 10:12pm
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I like the sound of this, I'm really bad cos I never exercise. But I'm just trying to work out the logistics, when do you guys do it? And do you run by yourself? I know I'd do it better if I had someone to do it with but maybe the podcast thing would be enough motivation. We do live really close to a school with a field though, so unless the gate is locked that would be nice and easy. ------------- Mama to DS1 (5 years), DS2 (3 years) and... http://alterna-tickers.com" rel="nofollow"> 
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Posted By: weegee
Date Posted: 17 April 2009 at 10:28pm
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Well I've only done it the once so far but I did it in the afternoon, by myself, while JJ was still at daycare. Next week will be the same, then for 4 weeks after that I'll be back at school (on practicum) so I guess I'll do it straight after school (hmmm then I could run on the flat!). Week 6 JJ will be in daycare 3 mornings a week so I'll try and go then and will have to take him once, or do it in the evening so DH can baby wrangle. Weeks 7 and 8 I'll be in Wellington (either side of a contact course) without a stroller but hopefully my grandmother can watch JJ for half an hour for me. Week 9 and beyond, see week 6.
The podcast worked yesterday, but if I find it isn't enough motivation going on with it I might contact one of the local mums to see if they want to go with me. Mind you the only mum I know who might be interested goes to the gym and stuff so would probably be a bit too fit for me. (AmericanBaby or BabyJ, you interested??? )-------------
Mum to JJ, 4 July 2008 & Addie, 28 July 2010 |
Posted By: kiwisj
Date Posted: 17 April 2009 at 11:03pm
Today I made the most of DH having a half day and went in the afternoon while C was napping. We have a gym in our condo so it's not long to be away. If only the monitor worked through the 3 floors of concrete I could go during C's naps I will have to either run late(ish) at night or get up early though because DH is at work pretty long hours usually. I'm also trying to suss out with one of the other mums round here that we look after each other's babies for an hour while the other goes to the gym IYKWIM.------------- SJ Callum - Dec 2008 Daniel - Oct 2010 |
Posted By: AuntieSarah
Date Posted: 18 April 2009 at 8:42am
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I've been avoiding reading this thread but I'm feeling quite motivated after reading it, I want to do it too! Might try to convince dh to do it with me. Worried about the bra thing too though...is it ok to wear an underwire sports bra while bf if you're just wearing it for that short a time? ------------- http://lilypie.com">  http://lilypie.com">
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Posted By: weegee
Date Posted: 18 April 2009 at 8:53am
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I'm no expert on that subject Sarah, but I think if your supply has settled it's probably ok for a short time.
Anybody starting today? Just a reminder, the week 1 routine goes: Brisk walk for 5 minutes to warm up (Run 60 seconds, brisk walk 90 seconds to recover) x 8, 20 minutes all up Walk for 5 mins to cool down, gradually reducing pace to an easy walk. Don't forget to stretch, whether it's a running day for you or not. Day 2, here I come! -------------
Mum to JJ, 4 July 2008 & Addie, 28 July 2010 |
Posted By: kiwisj
Date Posted: 18 April 2009 at 12:45pm
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Go Sarah! You can do it ------------- SJ Callum - Dec 2008 Daniel - Oct 2010 |
Posted By: rachelsea
Date Posted: 18 April 2009 at 6:09pm
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Ooh I want to play!! Haven't read it all yet but sounds great and I have a post-baby tummy to get rid of plus I want to get fit in general! ------------- DD 4yrs DS 2yrs http://lilypie.com" rel="nofollow"> 
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Posted By: weegee
Date Posted: 18 April 2009 at 6:59pm
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Wow Rachel, you're keen! I wasn't ready to run when JJ was only 8 weeks old (mind you I was barely allowed to drive then I spose), that's awesome!
Well I really didn't want to go for a run this evening, I was more tired today than I was when I went on Thursday because I was baby wrangling all day. But once DH got home I sucked it up, put on my running shoes and set off. I expected it to be harder than it had been the other day, just cos I so didn't feel like it, but it wasn't! I didn't go any further than I did the other day but I really started to get into a rhythm, felt like I was getting my breathing under control and at the last rep I felt like I could keep running for longer
Although I have to say I hate it that the podcast says "you're nearly done!" before the 6th run, you're not, there are 3 runs to go! (I didn't really listen to what he was saying at that point when I did it on Thursday )
Halfway through week 1 for me! Roll on week 2! I'm assuming everyone's resting tomorrow so won't post the week one schedule, but if you are starting tomorrow, it's ^^^ just up there -------------
Mum to JJ, 4 July 2008 & Addie, 28 July 2010 |
Posted By: rachelsea
Date Posted: 18 April 2009 at 7:44pm
Hehe yeah I've had enough of bein a couch potato haha! I'm going to start on Monday, when DH gets home from work he'll walk to the park with me (that'll be the 5mins warm up) and keep Chelsea company while I do my thing (he's already super-fit, being a rugby union and league referee, and runs from work in wellington to home in lower hutt once a week (19kms) and from the train station (3.5kms) the rest of the week  )
Good on you all for being motivated to do this! I'm hoping that you guys will help me stay motivated this time lol, I've tried running before but it has ended up being once a year ------------- DD 4yrs DS 2yrs http://lilypie.com" rel="nofollow">
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Posted By: fire_engine
Date Posted: 18 April 2009 at 8:54pm
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Good on you girls!
Weegee, I know that feeling of hitting your stride - I always find the last half of my run so much easier than the first half - my body seems to have a longer warm up period. I'm running tomorrow (day 3). Will leave small boy at home with DH if I'm allowed! My legs have been quite tight today so have been doing lots of stretches. And Rachel - at your DH. Runs Wellington to Hutt once a week? As you do ------------- Mum to two wee boys |
Posted By: fire_engine
Date Posted: 18 April 2009 at 8:56pm
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Have to say, I would love to be at the point where I could run 3.5 K without thinking. And dying. I'm aiming for doing a 4K circuit on a regular basis once I've built up - we have a good large block that is that distance. And 4K sounds pretty good (at the moment 1K sounds damned good!) ------------- Mum to two wee boys |
Posted By: Babe
Date Posted: 18 April 2009 at 9:13pm
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OK I have a plan!!! I was working out a tiny bit a few months ago and was doing a 10 minute bike ride on our stationary bike every morning before breaky and eating 6 small easy protein/carb balanced meals a day. I dropped massive inches from everywhere. I went from a 10 to an 8 in jeans, lost a whole cup size boob-wise (woohoo!!) and my tummy completely flattened out in LESS than 2 weeks! DP was doing the eating and a run every morning before breaky and lost a massive 10kg in the same time.
I'm gona start doing the bike again every morning plus my pilates every day then this every second day with DH and Jake in the stroller. We have a running track just down the road so we're gona use that. We're also getting real focused with our eating again. I hate being so unfit, I've never been so out of shape in my life!! I'm doing before and after photos to remind myself why I can't ever be so lazy again LOL motivation!!! -------------
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Posted By: fire_engine
Date Posted: 19 April 2009 at 4:56pm
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W1D3 done! ------------- Mum to two wee boys |
Posted By: rachelsea
Date Posted: 19 April 2009 at 4:59pm
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Just got back from my 1st run!! Was going to start tomorrow but DH checked weather forcast for tomorrow and it looks terrible, so he made me get off the couch (hehe) and do it today! Wow I feel really good I did feel like I was going to die after just the second round lol, and my "runs" got slower and slower lol, but I managed to do it hehe, and didn't even need my asthma inhaler
Haha yeah Flissty he's crazy running from wgtn to Hutt, that's not my goal ever lol. Your 4km goal sounds good, I'll have to work out a good circuit around here for once I can run 5km (fingers crossed) ------------- DD 4yrs DS 2yrs http://lilypie.com" rel="nofollow">
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Posted By: rachelsea
Date Posted: 19 April 2009 at 5:00pm
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Awesome Flissty, well done on completing week 1!! ------------- DD 4yrs DS 2yrs http://lilypie.com" rel="nofollow">
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Posted By: kiwisj
Date Posted: 19 April 2009 at 7:48pm
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Well done on completing Week 1 Flissty. And GO RACHEL for getting off the couch and starting today!
I am just about to go do D2 here. Making the most of DH being home, really hope I can get out a couple of evenings in the week. Can't wait till I fit into my running gear .. I am wearing my preggy yoga pants and a tshirt of DHs Mmmm feeling SO HOT right now.------------- SJ Callum - Dec 2008 Daniel - Oct 2010 |
Posted By: tropics
Date Posted: 19 April 2009 at 8:34pm
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awesome! thanks weegee!
I use to run 3-4 times a week pre pregnancy and now its random when I get a chance! went for one last wed first time in ages and ran for 30min and wasnt toooooo hard! and also tried it with the pram which was alot harder! so I need to get regular! need the motivation to go 3 times a week! so thanks girls! im going to make it a priority!'' Fliss and others that run with a pram...how do you do it? do you swing one arm or have them both on the handle? was trying both ways but both felt weird! I also figure that if im running with the pram that maybe im entitled to walk up some hills?
ok tomorrow will be officially day 1 for me of running 3 times a week....will let you know how i go! oh and hot yeah not! I wear boys shorts, hubbys ugly singlet as my old running tops are WAY to small and an even uglier bendon sports bra!------------- http://lilypie.com">    [/url]
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Posted By: kiwisj
Date Posted: 19 April 2009 at 8:44pm
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I'm back! I felt like today (day 2) was a lot easier than Friday. Great thing about running on the treadmill - I know how far I went: 3.5km today
I've just got to fit in ONE MORE run between now and Wednesday (Thurs = rest and Fri = Wk 2). Go me ------------- SJ Callum - Dec 2008 Daniel - Oct 2010 |
Posted By: AandCsmum
Date Posted: 19 April 2009 at 9:27pm
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I run with both hands on, both hands off, one hand on & then switch hands, run beside it! So what ever feel comfy at the time.
Was cool today, Alia was out on her bike & I ran along beside her, felt decidedly unfit though. Will start from tomorrow for real. Also wore my satin hotmilk bra with nursing top & everything kinda stayed in place. ------------- Kel http://lilypie.com">
A = 01.02.04 & C = 16.01.09 & G = 30.03.12 |
Posted By: fire_engine
Date Posted: 19 April 2009 at 10:35pm
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Sounds like people are ticking along!
Kye, usually one arm on (the left one - I'm right handed). BUT, I know it really affects how I carry my weight through my legs - I'm more likely to have joint pain if I'm going with the pram. Be careful to try and not put weight through the pram (which is a danger/temptation if runnign with both hands on). And be nice to yourself - the pram adds an extra 19kg or so. If people want to work out how far they're running, I www.geodistance.com - this site - it's a big motivator for me.------------- Mum to two wee boys |
Posted By: rachelsea
Date Posted: 20 April 2009 at 9:07am
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Wow there is no way I could run with the pram, far too awkward! Good on you ladies that do it!
Oh and for my run, I just wore some sexy trakkies (lol), a nursing bra, with a sports bra over the top (from before I was preggy, therefore before I actually had boobs) and a maternity singlet over top. Didn't feel too jiggly ------------- DD 4yrs DS 2yrs http://lilypie.com" rel="nofollow">
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Posted By: Katee
Date Posted: 20 April 2009 at 9:59am
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I'm so in for this!!!!!!! just trying to download the podcasts!!!!!!!
and trying to make my ticker!!!!!! <a href="http://lilypie.com"><img src="http://bd.lilypie.com/PKGnp12.png" alt="Lilypie Expecting a baby Ticker" border="0" /></a> ------------- <a href="http://lilypie.com"><img src="http://bd.lilypie.com/n17tp12.png" alt="Lilypie Expecting a baby Ticker" /></a> |
Posted By: Katee
Date Posted: 20 April 2009 at 10:00am
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oh no ticker didn't work oh well!!!
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Posted By: weegee
Date Posted: 20 April 2009 at 10:04am
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Hi Katee! Use the code which starts with [ URL ] (only without the spaces) - you can test it's working by using the preview feature You might like to check out http://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=22425&PN=1 - this thread too, has all the stuff about tickers and pictures and stuff -------------
Mum to JJ, 4 July 2008 & Addie, 28 July 2010 |
Posted By: Babe
Date Posted: 20 April 2009 at 10:19am
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I'm starting today so had to get on and be inspired coz I was lookin for an excuse to stay at home lol thanks ladies am gona get my butt out the door... -------------
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Posted By: kiwisj
Date Posted: 20 April 2009 at 10:51am
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Go Babe! You can do it ------------- SJ Callum - Dec 2008 Daniel - Oct 2010 |
Posted By: Babe
Date Posted: 20 April 2009 at 12:12pm
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I've had to delay - Dp wants to come with so we're doing it after work -------------
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Posted By: Babe
Date Posted: 20 April 2009 at 12:14pm
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I'm totally not piking out though - I'm doing my pilates and I'm psyching myself up lol got my gears on and everything!
Thanks kiwisj I'm feeling rather empowered though we'll see how long that last once I'm out there lol -------------
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Posted By: rachelsea
Date Posted: 21 April 2009 at 6:37pm
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Just finished Day 2 phew was a bit harder, had to take my inhaler after this one. Still alive though
Hope everyone else is doing well still! ------------- DD 4yrs DS 2yrs http://lilypie.com" rel="nofollow">
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Posted By: katie1
Date Posted: 21 April 2009 at 6:56pm
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Just finished week 1!
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Posted By: AandCsmum
Date Posted: 21 April 2009 at 7:07pm
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Hmmmm haven't started yet!
A friend wants to do it with me so that's good! I must make the effort tomorrow...today was a whole waste of waking up. ------------- Kel http://lilypie.com">
A = 01.02.04 & C = 16.01.09 & G = 30.03.12 |
Posted By: weegee
Date Posted: 21 April 2009 at 7:51pm
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Whoops I meant to come and post in here this afternoon when I got back! I finished week 1 today as well!
Today wasn't any harder than last time but it wasn't any easier either. I hit my stride sooner but my breathing wasn't as good... suspect that's because I had two days off. I know the programme says 3 times a week but I think I should just make it every second day instead... don't know yet whether that means I'll do the occasional 4th day at the same level, or whether I'll get through it slightly faster than 'normal'. How's everyone else going? If you're still on Week 1, here's the programme: Brisk five-minute warmup walk. Then alternate 60 seconds of jogging and 90 seconds of walking for a total of 20 minutes (8 reps). If you're about to go onto Week 2, yay you! (Think that's only Fliss so far ) Here's the Week 2 programme:
Brisk five-minute warmup walk. Then alternate 90 seconds of jogging and two minutes of walking for a total of 20 minutes (6 reps). -------------
Mum to JJ, 4 July 2008 & Addie, 28 July 2010 |
Posted By: fire_engine
Date Posted: 21 April 2009 at 7:58pm
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Yip, did week 2 day one. Cheated and did 90sec running and 90 sec walking. Was OK, but I got the stitch which really didn't help
Am totally loving my Shrek soundtrack on the ipod - nice and loud and happy music for me to run to ------------- Mum to two wee boys |
Posted By: monikah
Date Posted: 21 April 2009 at 8:03pm
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how long did you mums who had naturel births take before you started running again. im nearly due and cant still run 2-3 mins at a time although i dont do it often as technically im not allowed i am really keen to start asap after i get bubs out even if it means wearing 5 bras (not that i have any boobs at this stage) i figure ill get up for the early morning feed 5-6am (not sure what time it will be yet) then leave bubs with DH so go can go for a run and get it out the way. i have uni as well so need to make sure i can fit it in. i still have the 5km walk return to uni on top of that though so i hope i can keep up ok. i went for a 7km walk yesterday and 5km today so i dont think my fitness is too bad but i am dying to go for a decent run and would have to wait 2 months before i can start :S -------------
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Posted By: rachelsea
Date Posted: 21 April 2009 at 8:11pm
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Monikah I had a natural birth and started running on Sunday when my baby was 8 weeks and 2 days old. I wouldn't say I started "again" though lol! I guess I could have started earlier but I only read this thread on Sunday! ------------- DD 4yrs DS 2yrs http://lilypie.com" rel="nofollow">
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Posted By: kiwisj
Date Posted: 21 April 2009 at 8:24pm
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Monikah, I had a natural birth (although C was pretty little and easy to push out lol) and felt like I could run again within a couple of weeks. Then the tiredness and sleep deprivation kicked in The biggest hurdle for me has been having someone to look after C while I exercise, so if you have that then even just keeping up your walking will help you - if you feel like trying out a jog or a run while you're walking just give it a go! That's not medical advice by the way, you probably ought to check with your LMC whether you're good to go.. my ob/gyn said I'd be back at yoga within days if that's what I wanted
I'm doing D3 of Week 1 tomorrow, wish I could go today but we're out for dinner tonight so no baby-free time today. I've been waking up pretty early though so will try get out before DH goes to work in the morning tomorrow I think. Good luck to those of you just getting started!  ------------- SJ Callum - Dec 2008 Daniel - Oct 2010 |
Posted By: AandCsmum
Date Posted: 22 April 2009 at 7:36pm
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OMGawd I'm unfit! I did some tonight, although I was wearing jeans which didn't help I managed 3 reps, Alia stuck around for 2 hehe. Definitely need to wear something strong over my bra.
Monikah, I started running/jogging at 3 weeks ( I do dog showing so it's kinda running but not long distance) Only down side was I wasn't wearing a decent bra & thank gawd I was wearing a maternity pad
Upside of tonight, DH is keen ------------- Kel http://lilypie.com">
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Posted By: weegee
Date Posted: 22 April 2009 at 7:53pm
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LOL Kel Yeah the jeans probably wouldn't have helped!
I've had a brainwave, instead of posting the schedule every day in here I'm going to put it in my signature, that way if you happen to see a post of mine (occasionally they pop up around the place  ) it'll remind you right there -------------
Mum to JJ, 4 July 2008 & Addie, 28 July 2010 |
Posted By: fire_engine
Date Posted: 22 April 2009 at 8:16pm
Oh yeah, that brings back memories! Just walking to the letterbox was enough! Monikah, there's no way I would have considered exercise till about 7 weeks, and then it was just walking (out of desperation as Daniel went on a sleep strike). I was just too off the planet and just trying to exist and produce breastmilk. Meant to be W2D2 tomorrow, but I'm off for 2 days of meetings. Will take my gear with me and see if I can get to the gym, but I think we're having drinks in the afternoon to help us think, so running might not be fun after that ------------- Mum to two wee boys |
Posted By: katie1
Date Posted: 22 April 2009 at 9:00pm
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You might go super fast after your drinks.
I just did my first day of the second week. I enjoyed it. The way it is done in intervals makes it really achievable. Good idea putting it into your signature Wee Gee. |
Posted By: fire_engine
Date Posted: 22 April 2009 at 9:32pm
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mmm, last time I went running after drinks told me 2 glasses of wine + running = YUCK ------------- Mum to two wee boys |
Posted By: AandCsmum
Date Posted: 22 April 2009 at 10:53pm
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Yeah was daft, didn't click when DH said lets go for a walk that I'd end up doing running.
Rachael, great idea, I saw it on one of the other threads
Felicity, I walked a lot in the early days, I guess cause I knew the effects of it ------------- Kel http://lilypie.com">
A = 01.02.04 & C = 16.01.09 & G = 30.03.12 |
Posted By: Kels
Date Posted: 22 April 2009 at 11:48pm
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WOOHOO this is awesome. So motivating seeing everyone doing well and some getting ready to get started!! Congrats to al the week 2 people!! Day 2 was def easier than day one. Roll on Day 3 tomorrow, I cant believe I am looking forward to going for a run...seems too weird as I have spend my whole life hating any form of running. Ooo week 2 definitely sounds challenging ekk cant wait lol
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Posted By: Babe
Date Posted: 23 April 2009 at 8:27am
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Monikah I was walking heaps before Jake and was began running when he was a week old. Stopped later but yeah I felt fine. Was shattered but hated the flab
ETA I haven't started this after all with Jake coming home and a friends funeral this week I have too much on my plate. Keeping an eye on it though will be getting into it when things have settled here. -------------
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Posted By: Katee
Date Posted: 23 April 2009 at 9:13pm
| Hi Ladies , i haven't started either and i'm so guted but after 4 months of no probs my c-section scar started to open up!!!!!! so i thought best not to start this week!!!! but i'm readin how well everyone else is doing!!!!!!!! |
Posted By: Freesia
Date Posted: 24 April 2009 at 7:41am
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Has anyone found an easier way of tracking the time rather than having to glance at your watch constantly? Does the i-pod thing tell you when to run/walk?
DP and I are going to try this once I get some decent shoes. -------------  
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Posted By: monikah
Date Posted: 24 April 2009 at 8:53am
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the ipod track tells you when to start and stop running :) -------------
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Posted By: Freesia
Date Posted: 24 April 2009 at 9:02am
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Ah cool, might have to use that then. Thanks. -------------
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Posted By: weegee
Date Posted: 24 April 2009 at 9:56am
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Ouch Katee I hope you're seeing someone about that! No good! And yep, Freesia, the ipod track tells you when to run and walk (although as Fliss pointed out, the music isn't that great).
I put together my own playlist for week 2, I sorted my songs in order of length and picked out a warmup that's 5 minutes long, then 6 songs that are all 3.5 minutes, then a cool down that's another 3 minutes. So whenever the song changes I start running again, and I have a rough idea of where in each song 90 seconds is. -------------
Mum to JJ, 4 July 2008 & Addie, 28 July 2010 |