GATEWAY TO 8K, WEEK 5, VERY HARD RUN, COUCH TO 5Ker's ??

Hey Lee

I have officially completed the c25k program and I will participate in my 1st 5k event this coming weekend, May 23rd and a 2nd event on May 30th. I am getting kinda anxious now but at the same time look forward to completing both events. I will begin the couch to 8k June 1st. Hopefully, while doing the couch to 8k, I can work myself up to a 10 minute mile. Thats my goal: run 5 miles at a pace of 10 minutes per mile and then go on to train for a triathalon.

Warning !!! Warning !!!  those faster miles hurt like a mother flucker.  

I am so proud of you completing the couch 2 5K.   I have to give you your own congratulatory thread.  

Hey Lee

Hold the congratulations until I actually complete the 5k event. i will post on Saturday and let you know how it goes. Keep me in your prayers.

Thanks for the warning of the pain I will endure while attempting to run faster. I am looking forward to it.

You finished the program and I am proud of you.  So i'm congratulating you.

You will do fine in the race,  you already know you can do it. 

I love reading your posts, they really inspire me.  Keep up the good work and I know you will reach your goal.  Work those jeans girl! 

Thank You Lady J. 

You know I am your No.1 fan,your posts are so inspirational and inspiring.Love your determination.You truly keep me moving,although I am not doing your performances it still keeps me in check.Love You Much.

Thank You Marilyn

Doesn't matter if your not doing what i'm doing just as long as your doing what your doing.   Thanks for the kind words always.

Lee, you and another BAFer (sboyd) have both motivated me to run.  I am going to start next week.  I use to really enjoy running back in my teens. I am going to start slow and build up my endurance.  I will check in and let you know how I do.  I just gotta find a good sports bra.  Any suggestions....anyone? 

Thanks for your consistency...you're the bomb for real. 

Lee,

I'm checking in!! I'm so ready for this week it's not even funny!!! We shall see what it brings. I'm moving up a little higher.

I did lose 5 pounds last week so I'm excited about getting in shape and feeling better!