C25K for dummies?
i posted on the WLS main board, but was advised that I would get more help here...
I just started the Couch to 5k program (http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml).
I was wondering what you all do on the "off" days...the program requires 3 workouts a week, I am use to working out atleast 5 days a week...the program also says to space out the days and not to push yourself even tho your body feels like it can do more...so what do you do to still get a great workout on the "off" days?
thanks!
I just started the Couch to 5k program (http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml).
I was wondering what you all do on the "off" days...the program requires 3 workouts a week, I am use to working out atleast 5 days a week...the program also says to space out the days and not to push yourself even tho your body feels like it can do more...so what do you do to still get a great workout on the "off" days?
thanks!
RNY-7/22/2010-Highest weight 315 / Surgery weight 280 / Current weight 186
1st Goal weight 199~"one"derland-REACHED! 2nd Goal weight 180~-TO BE CONTINUED!
1st 5K: 29.48-5/19/2011
2nd 5K: 26.47-7/16/2011 
1st Goal weight 199~"one"derland-REACHED! 2nd Goal weight 180~-TO BE CONTINUED!
1st 5K: 29.48-5/19/2011
2nd 5K: 26.47-7/16/2011 
Welcome!
On your "off" days, do anything else... take Zumba class, ride a bike (stationary or otherwise), lift weights, swim.... even going for a walk is great.
On your "off" days, do anything else... take Zumba class, ride a bike (stationary or otherwise), lift weights, swim.... even going for a walk is great.
Read my blog, BARIATHLETE I run because I can.
First 5K race October 4, 2009 (34.59) PR 5/22/11 (27:26)
First 5 Mile: January 1, 2011 (50:30)
First 10K: July 4, 2010 (1:03.26) New PR 4/10/11 (1:01.14)
First 10 Mile: April 11, 2010 (1:46.15)
First 1/2 marathon: June 13, 2010 (2:22.21) PR: 5/1/11 (2:17.30)
First Marathon: October 16, 2011: 5:47:20
Goofy Challenge: January 7-8, 2012
If you think you can, you can. If you think you can't, you're right. - Mary Kay Ash
First 5K race October 4, 2009 (34.59) PR 5/22/11 (27:26)
First 5 Mile: January 1, 2011 (50:30)
First 10K: July 4, 2010 (1:03.26) New PR 4/10/11 (1:01.14)
First 10 Mile: April 11, 2010 (1:46.15)
First 1/2 marathon: June 13, 2010 (2:22.21) PR: 5/1/11 (2:17.30)
First Marathon: October 16, 2011: 5:47:20
Goofy Challenge: January 7-8, 2012
If you think you can, you can. If you think you can't, you're right. - Mary Kay Ash
Hello and welcome to the board.
Yeah do something that will give your legs a break. Work on your upper body, or core, even take a leisurly walk. Swimming is great if available to you as it's super low/no impact.
Generally you don't want to work the same muscle group back to back you need a rest and recovery process. You should also have 1 day a week that is a complete rest/recovery day.
Yeah do something that will give your legs a break. Work on your upper body, or core, even take a leisurly walk. Swimming is great if available to you as it's super low/no impact.
Generally you don't want to work the same muscle group back to back you need a rest and recovery process. You should also have 1 day a week that is a complete rest/recovery day.
The first time you do something - It's going to be a personal record!
Most Active
Recent Topics
