But if she doesn’t use strava none of her runs count lol
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Just watched a short documentary on her on YT. It was her doing a 200mile race. She’s awesome.
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I got to week five of my couch 2 5k and kind of haven’t been for a few weeks now. I hope I can switch straight into week three and rebuild. So annoying and silly as I was running twenty minutes straight at the end .
Sorry to hear about the PF Jen, as I said before, the only thing that will help is rest, PT, and patience. Sorry my friend cut you will come back when it’s healed. 
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I’ve got week 4 run 1 to do in the next couple days. Exciting as its starting to get a bit more running rather than walking
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When it switches it goes hard. I was quite shocked though that it was manageable. Good luck.
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So on Monday I was doing tempo workout and was trying to put more of my upper leg muscles into action - witch actually helped me to improve my speed tremendously, but I ended with sharp pain in the middle of my outside left foot. Pain is very sharp and reminds of split bone pain, tho I dont feel any when I do not walk. I even did workout at gym yesterday. Today the sharpness is not that intense 
[UPDATE]
I start to feel strange cracking sensation like (bum bum bum bum) when I try to stretch my feet. I think that might be a tendon overstretch. I am currious how long does it recover? 
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Wow, congratulations 
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I have been back and forth on the couch to 5 k for about 6 years. I take months to finish it, then once I get to the end lose motivation and stop for a bit, then start again. I was so sure I wouldn’t do it this time, as I was running for 45 mins. Nope. Had several weeks off and lost loads of stamina. Yet again.
But did get out today. I ran for about 4 songs straight, so I guess over 10 mins and then walking and running for another 4 - 5 songs. Hopefully stamina will come back soon.
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It’s not just me then. 
My body and mind have been so stressed with this work resignation I haven’t truly been able to relax back into it.
You are still doing good 
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Lol, no. I feel like I go less back each time though. Like before I would literally go back to barely being able to run three minutes. This time wasn’t quite as discouraging.
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C25k wk4 run1. @Tragicfarinelli that one was definitely a bit of a step up in time running.
Up at 430 to get it in before work. Feel like I’m starting to move better, it probably doesn’t look like it though😂
So far the PF is staying quiet and since I’ve made an effort with stretching the hip flexors and back are feeling better
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Is this the 5/3 5/3 5/3 pattern.
Yep, so brutal compared to the previous week.
Good work.
It was
3run/3walk- 5run/1.5walk- 3run/1.5 walk 5run
Not too bad. Last week was 3min runs, this is the first time in the program with 5min runs
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Saw my PT yesterday and my calves are screaming today!! She was rubbing my foot at the end of our session and said it feels less inflamed 
I told her it has been less painful and just uncomfortable on doggo walks. She said I have to be pain free for a minimum of a week before trying for a run and when I do I have to start with a mile or less. She has been my PT since my shoulder surgery a few years ago so she knows I’m gunning for a run. She told me if I go out and do 3-5 miles then I’ll be right back in her office.
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A great PT with a great plan for you!!! Glad you’re on the mend 
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Question. Soooo im great at intervals and treadmill running. Today i did a 10min mile and a 9.5min mile. But i struggle to run 7.8mph for longer than 2min straight. My issue is endurance. I have a 5k in april. Do i stick to a couch25k app? I downloaded the Just Run app. Idk i feel like im a little further than couch but not yet at 5k level
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It’s all about you. Running is really an individual sport and everyone is different. Try out the new app and if you like it then switch over. You can always go back to the couch app if you want.
I can hold a 8 minute mile for like 90 seconds 
I do best around the 10-11 minute miles. Endurance comes with time and consistency so whatever app will help you continue is the one I would use.
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I don’t quite get your quandry. So, you did 2 miles at 10 min/mile pace or better, but you are frustrated because you can’t keep a a sub 8 min/mile pace? All while trying to complete a 5k? I don’t get what exactly you are frustrated about.
If your goal is a 5k it seems to me you are well on your way. Only one mile to go. In my simple opinion you are way beyond the couch phase and basically at the 5k (assuming you can run one more mile).
The 7.8 mph seems like a separate goal. But I may be totally misunderstanding!
Either way, nice work!
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I guess my frustration is im not amazing at it…yet. i feel like im somewhere between couch and 5k and dont know if i should start training at couch with the app i downloaded or if theres a different kinda app that could guide me. Something more advanced…but not too
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