I've decided to have a go at doing couch to 5k.
It's a running programme that gets you to gradually build up the amount you can run over a period of 9 weeks until you can run 5k. See here: www.c25k.com
I've also managed to download an iPhone app that times the runs and gives the odd word of encouragement.
I'm only on week 1 so far which consists of three 30min sessions (Mon, Wed and Fri) where you walk briskly but at 90 sec intervals run for 60 sec. It doesn't sound that taxing but for the completely unfit (like me!) it gives a good balance of being achievable whilst feeling like you have done a bit of a workout.
So far I've done Monday's and Wednesday's sessions and should complete the week's requirement on Friday. Next week, it shifts up to running for 90 sec at a time with 2 min walks inbetween; week 3 is run 90 sec, walk 90 sec, run 3mins, walk 3 mins and repeat all of that twice.
I'm embarrassed to say that at the moment I don't know how I'll be able to run for 3 mins at a time but I guess by week 3 I'll be a lot more used to the programme. The gradual build up means I should be able to run 5k in approx 30mins by 19th July!
I'll keep you updated....
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Hi sarah,fair play to you......hope it goes well.have enjoyed reading your blog,loved the photos of declan and owen on the bike,Shane loves going out on eamons bike.I think he is getting a bit heavy now for the back of the bike so i say he will be up on the mini saddle shortly that goes on the cross-bar.
ReplyDeleteWay to go SES! I'm proud of you for taking charge of your fitness and getting out there! I bet by the end of the year you'll be able to run 5K with Owen on your back! It's also a nice way to spend some time outside enjoying God's creation. Let us know when you enroll in your first race - I'll be cheering for you! Love, Kristen
ReplyDeleteJust thought I'd update you....
ReplyDeleteUnfortunately after just over a week, my knees became v painful (telling me that they were in shock about being asked to do this after so long!)
I am determined to get going again in the next few weeks though - from the beginning again and maybe taking it a bit more slowly.
With some well-fitting trainers and lots of stretches (as advised by my friendly physio cousin!) I hope to progress further this time!