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I "was" on the C25K program. I'm in week 5 and ended up running 3.30 miles today. That's supposed to be like week 9 of the program. I am the most impatient person in the world and was EXTREMELY patient for 5+ weeks following the program very closely. Today, I just felt like I was ready to let loose an push myself a little. I didn't kill myself, and when I felt a little winded I slowed down a tick or two. Only thing is that the last mile or so my legs got a little sore. Not one spot but my achilles ached a bit, shins, knees. It wasn't "pain" but I guess my legs were sending a message. So my questions.... 1) I'm taking the next 2 days off. Is that enough as long as I feel good? I ran 3 straight days. 2) On my next run do I make it a little shorter, say 2 miles, and then slowly add distance back? 3) I really don't have any goals with respect to my running. Should I set some? I'm done with C25K.......and I'm a bit lost now! I need a plan or something. Thanks! Eric
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"I've been following Eddy's improvement over the last two years on this site, and it's been pretty dang solid. Sure the weekly mileage has been up and down, but over the long haul he's getting out the door and has turned himself into quite a runner. He's only now just figuring out his potential. Consistency in running is measured in years, not weeks. And over the last couple of years, Eddy's made great strides" Jeff 14 Jan 2009
I agree. My first 'race' was a local 10k event too. I also surprised myself by managing to run 95% of it - albeit quite slowly! I found running in an event was a really useful way to gauge where I was fitness and training wise, and gave my training a purpose. Just remember to enjoy it and not to try and keep up with the club runners at the front!!
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