It’s no secret I like to eat. I mean, this is a food blog, right? Cooking and eating go hand in hand. Also, hand in stomach, which is patently obvious by my jiggly version.
I’ve started Couch to 5k a couple times, only to be stopped by sickness, bad weather, cozy beds, and other excuses. I need to get it going again. While I don’t think I’ll ever be a big runner, while I was doing C25k I enjoyed how I felt after the workout.
I need to start it up again. And I’m betting I’m not the only one who needs to get in shape.
You can read about the program here and then go to iTunes to download Robert Ullrey’s timed music mixes. While the music can get repetitive, I think having the times broken down for you really help, because you don’t have to worry about keeping a stopwatch or counting. You can also get it without music so you can add your own in Garage Band or similar program.
I’m starting on Monday. Are you in? Let me know, and we can keep each other motivated!
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What timing! I’ve also started this many times and did get as far as running 2 miles straight… but never “finish” it. And I just started it again TODAY! So I’m in!
I just started reading your blog recently! And am enjoying it!
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I’ve been meaning to do it. But I haven’t yet. But I need to. Maybe this will motivate me…I’m not promising anything. Yet.
Did you know that there’s also an iPhone/iPod Touch app? You can make your own playlist and it will give you audio cues about when to run and when to walk. It also keeps track of what day you’re on. http://felttip.com/c25k/
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Ahh this is the one I meant to link. http://c25kapp.com/ The other one might be good too though.
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Megan Reply:
May 26th, 2010 at 12:02 pm
@melissa, Thanks for that! I don’t have an iPhone yet but I bet that will be useful to someone else!
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It is a great program. I may start with you
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You’re making this awfully tempting! I do love following a good program…
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Can I do couch to walking a 5k? Running makes me sad inside.
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Megan Reply:
May 26th, 2010 at 9:47 pm
Ha! Running makes my knees cry but I feel like a slovenly pig not doing something! You can join us however you like
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I’m thinking about doing this too!
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Good luck with it. I think you’ll do great. GREG
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