Couch to 5K

[GrandOldTeam]

Oh @mods please merge with the existing running thread ffs.

Hmmm, no sure about that Homer clip, as my avatar shows Homer is a running machine

As you’re now a runner , join us in the Running thread ! https://www.grandoldteam.com/forum/threads/running.117522/page-55#post-11954600

Not associating with you nerds.

I'm sticking with run a bit to fend off heart attack.

Not "oooh look at me, a PB, I've ran this squiggly line in under 4 hours".

 

[blueloon]

Not associating with you nerds.

I'm sticking with run a bit to fend off heart attack.

Not "oooh look at me, a PB, I've ran this squiggly line in under 4 hours".

Well running is not for everyone that’s for sure. Find where your nearest parkrun is though , doing a parkrun of 5km once a month is a good target to go for.

 

[verreauxi]

Heartily concur on running as well as other exercise, as a stress reliever and way of switching off. Big fan of swimming for it too, but for sheer ease and accessibility, running is a go to. 3 times a week between 4-6 miles is a winner for me.

Yep...agree with all of what you said. I also used to do 4 miles 3x a week. Recently, I ran into some tendon issues and had to take a break, and at my age, that means I need to ease back into it. I can't just start back at 4 miles. But it is mostly for the head-clearing/stress relief. I've also found that if I have some thorny work-issue or research question, going for a run helps me gain perspective on that issue/question.

I've always wanted to get more into swimming but it takes up too much time to get to the pool, change, swim, shower, etc...about 2 hours total or more. If I win lotto, I'd install one of those constant-current lap pools in my yard.

 

[Jamo Martinez]

Got myself a fair bit out of shape the last few years.

Had to unexpectedly run a few months back and resembled Homer here;

.... so figured better get a grip of my cardio.

Would recommend the NHS's couch to 5k app. It's a structured way to ease back into running;

Get running with Couch to 5K - Better Health

NHS Couch to 5K will help you get off the couch and gradually work you up to running 5km in just 9 weeks.

www.nhs.uk

I can now run for ages.

Well, good few minutes.

This is not a sponsored ad.

We don't believe you.

 

[Rita_Poon]

 

[TexanToffee]

I've used this app for the few times I've trained for 5Ks and it's wonderful. It actually got my lazy butt off the couch. I really need to pick it up again.

 

[longers]

I find running so boring, I can do it if it's part of an actual sport but just running for the sake of being fit... i just can't, it's so painfully dull. Brings backs memories of doing cross country running in school and the entire year dreading it.

Rather just go swimming or cycling

 

[YoboCopter]

Just get on the ozempic pens lads
Save the trouble

 

[chicoazul]

Is right, move while you can. Makes you feel good.

 

[maccavennie]

Got myself a fair bit out of shape the last few years.

Had to unexpectedly run a few months back and resembled Homer here;

.... so figured better get a grip of my cardio.

Would recommend the NHS's couch to 5k app. It's a structured way to ease back into running;

Get running with Couch to 5K - Better Health

NHS Couch to 5K will help you get off the couch and gradually work you up to running 5km in just 9 weeks.

www.nhs.uk

I can now run for ages.

Well, good few minutes.

This is not a sponsored ad.

I've had 4 attempts at this and failed every time. I think I need to change the audio of Jo Wileys voice being just too god damn calm after I've pulled another muscle

 

[kev]

I think I need to start off with a couch to kitchen app

 

[Joey66]

Up down 1 -2 then my socks are on ...... that's it nowadays ....

 

[NeilMorepies]

I’d struggle to make it to the couch

 

[GrandOldTeam]

Achieved the purpose of this app/ran 30 minutes without stopping the other day. When I started it I struggled with 1 minute.

Give it a whirl, if you can be arsed.

 

[Pootsy]

Achieved the purpose of this app/ran 30 minutes without stopping the other day. When I started it I struggled with 1 minute.

Give it a whirl, if you can be arsed.

That’s fantastic, well done boss!.

I’m a helper at our local C25K meetup. Always great to see people go from Week 1 all the way to a non stop 5k.

Now you’re a fully qualified runner will you merge the running thread with this one?