Weekly check-in

[vyola]

"Everyone who has run knows that its most important value is in removing tension and allowing a release from whatever other cares the day may bring." - Jimmy Carter

What did you accomplish last week? What are your goals for next week?

Is thinking about running equipment a fun part of your hobby?

Comments

[shanaqui]

I finished Couch to 5k on the elliptical last week! May start tomorrow with trying to transition to running outside.

[vyola]

Congratulations! How does it feel to have broken the 5 km barrier?
Running outside is awesome. There are other joggers to exchange nods and smiles with, dog walkers, interesting architecture and/or nature, so many things to see.

[shanaqui]

I've wanted to run outside from the beginning, but the first time I tried, I just had to come home in the middle, feeling ill. So I decided to do it on the elliptical, and get some basic fitness level, and then try again. So the fact that I'm done and I think I probably can start (gently) running outside is a really, really good feeling. I reaaaally hope my lungs are going to stand up to it (the only part I'm really worried about now).

[vyola]

I have to be considerate of my lungs too, having asthma and not being in great shape (yet!). I've found it makes a huge difference where I run.

Running near heavy traffic or near fields of grass is difficult and painful for me. Running on a paved surface is much more difficult than running on earth or gravel. Also the ground slopes, and sometimes an incline will be so close to horizontal you can't really see it, but you sure can feel it when you try to run up it!

I'm confident you can do it having graduated the program, and I wish you good luck with it.

[shanaqui]

Thanks for letting me know what's been difficult for you. I don't have much option, in my area, but we'll see what I can do...

[cyphomandra]

Congratulations!! Good luck with the outside transition - I definitely prefer it for being more interesting, although the weather can also be much more challenging.