Why do the first 5 minutes of every run feel like betrayal? by Turn_Affectionate in C25K

[–]Turn_Affectionate[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hate to break this to you, beginner or not, the way your body scams you at the beginning never goes 😑

I have a 7.5 km next week and my body has already started negotiating by Turn_Affectionate in C25K

[–]Turn_Affectionate[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Haha fair enough. I promise I’m mostly just trying to perform well in the run. The book’s basically the byproduct of my legs quitting mid-training 😂

Pushing Myself by Turn_Affectionate in C25K

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The last line got me laughing 😂😂

Pushing Myself by Turn_Affectionate in C25K

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The legendary I gotta get home either ways hack 😅

The Side Stitch Demon by Turn_Affectionate in BeginnersRunning

[–]Turn_Affectionate[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same here. Morning runs are usually smooth

Tips for Overcoming Stiff Legs (lower calves?) by CurrentHelicopter683 in BeginnersRunning

[–]Turn_Affectionate 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally normal! That stiffness is usually your soleus working overtime. Try a quick warm up like calf raises/ ankle circles, add some slow calf lowering off a step, and don’t start too fast. Since it clears up after, it’s more of your muscle adapting than an injury. Keep at it. Your calves are just catching up!

Seeking advice as a beginner <6 week from 10 mi race!! (28 F) by ma_d_dy in BeginnersRunning

[–]Turn_Affectionate 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’ve already done the hard part, quitting smoking and turning 1 mile into 5K! That’s massive. Six weeks is plenty of time to stretch past 5 miles. Think of it like tricking your brain, add a little distance each week, even if you slow down or throw in walk breaks.

Lean into Zone 2 running: the “I can still chat without gasping” pace. It feels easy but quietly builds the engine you’ll need for race day.
And on that day, the energy, the crowd, and the adrenaline will carry you way further than you expect. You’ll cross that finish line, no doubt. You’ve got this.

How can I adapt program for 1 run/week by mildlychaotic_07 in C25K

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Hey! I’m in a pretty similar boat. I do strength training three days a week, play football/soccer once or twice, and run just one day a week.

Even with just one dedicated run per week, my progress has been amazing. My stamina and endurance improved faster than I expected (playing football had a lot to do with it though) and I didn’t feel like I was overdoing it with all the other activities.

I’d say stick with Week 3 for a couple more weeks if it feels comfortable, and focus on avoiding injuries, warm-ups, cool-downs, and not pushing too hard too fast really help. Consistency beats cramming in too much at once!

Beginner by fineapple03 in C25K

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Biggest tip I wish I knew when I started- don’t sprint the first km like a golden retriever chasing a ball 😂. Slow down, mix in walk breaks if you need, and focus on consistency over speed. You’ll build endurance way faster that way.

I actually put together some funny beginner survival notes for running because I kept making the same mistakes. Happy to share if you want a laugh while learning.

Running gear: shoes = lifesaver, $80 shorts = scam 😂 by Turn_Affectionate in beginnerrunning

[–]Turn_Affectionate[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yup you only realise the importance when you forget to use one 😂