This morning I took on Week 1 Day 2 of the C25K treadmill workout I’m following. The treadmill workout seems to be a pretty close mirror to the road running version I did before, but I’m finding it a little (or right now, a lot) easier this time for two reasons. One, I’m in better shape… but two, (this is the big one) I’m running slower. On the treadmill it’s much easier for me to keep my pace consistent and under control. I know it will probably make the transition to outdoor running tougher, but I’d rather this beginning part be easier and worry about the tough stuff once I can run for a much longer period of time.
So today’s run plan was exactly like Tuesday’s, although I did bump the speed up a hair. I did 3.6mph for the walk, 5.1 for the run, and 3.3 for the cool down walk, so I ended up with 1.97mi instead of 1.92. I won’t make it any faster than that though, despite my urge to do so, because I really want to get through the whole program this time without killing myself in week 5. Oh, week 5. I’m already having nightmares about you.
Foot pain
I’m still having that weird foot/heel pain. Well, the pain isn’t weird at all. It’s actually fairly normal for me since breaking my foot, but it hasn’t been this consistent or long lasting in a while. Running actually seems to make it feel better but I’m still a little worried about it. Are my shoes wrong? Should I see an orthopedist? Do I need inserts? Help?
Progress pics
In other news, I’m feeling pretty and like I can see real progress today, so you get gratuitous pictures of ME. The pride mostly stems from something super interesting. Yesterday my coworker turned to me and asked how much weight I’d lost since I started here in February. She said she could really see a difference and was curious. Since I’ve been weighing myself less consistently and MUCH less often, I wasn’t sure either. Instead of telling you how much I’ve lost (no cheating!) let’s play a game. The person with the closest guess will get mailed one of my all-time favorite protein bars, the Yogurt Peanut ones from Premier Nutrition.
You can click the pic to see it full size. So what do you think? I’ll tell you in my next post, along with picking a winner. Now on to more gratuitous pics…
You look fantastic! And great work on Day 2! Sorry about the foot pain though. Be careful with that stuff. It may be something a simple as your sneakers…
Thanks, Run Buddy! Let me know how your Day 2 goes!
That is not only a waistline…that is a SASSY waistline! I love the slightly goth Mona Lisa hair/makeup, too.
And I guess 20 lbs.
I am a little sassy today, aren’t I?
We’ll see if you’re right…
Well, am I?!
You look great! I am going to guess 15 pounds.
Also, for couch to 5k do you only do three workouts a week or do they alternate throughout the week? I have never done it before and am thinking about trying the treadmill one.
For the running, it’s only three days per week. I think the whole point is not to overdo it. For me personally, I do the runs on Tue/Thu/Sat and then do Mon/Wed/Fri strength training routines with shorter, non-running cardio. If you’re interested in running, I would definitely try it. I know a TON of people who have had huge success with it! If you get started and want to blog about it, you could guest post here!
I can totally see the difference! Good on ya!
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