tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2297412163862522994.post6396690009188345365..comments2024-03-29T04:29:52.989-05:00Comments on Welcome to the Mellon Patch: 20 Minutes of Hell… A C25K Love StoryCole Walter Mellonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14792991151019418800noreply@blogger.comBlogger58125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2297412163862522994.post-81431536739962807112010-05-07T23:09:50.278-05:002010-05-07T23:09:50.278-05:00Very cool, Jack. You'll be a true runner befo...Very cool, Jack. You'll be a true runner before you know it.<br /><br />And actually, because I don't run, ever, whenever I see runners on the road, no matter how well they're doing, I think, Good for them! I just like my knees, I guess, so I stick to stuff like Spinning.screwdestinyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00777895976599010393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2297412163862522994.post-880643569685349542010-05-07T21:22:31.270-05:002010-05-07T21:22:31.270-05:00I started with C25K and it was terribly hard for m...I started with C25K and it was terribly hard for me. I redid week 7 for 3 weeks because I just couldn't get it. But in the end i finished it, signed up for that terribly slow 5K I did and just kept going. <br /><br />And I still think the first 20min is brutal!Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01523663575765213288noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2297412163862522994.post-68426955751189022562010-05-07T20:55:34.778-05:002010-05-07T20:55:34.778-05:00Nice work. I have this 14.5km race looming in my h...Nice work. I have this 14.5km race looming in my head. Can I do it? Shall I just quit and not do it cause it scares me that I won't. I think that I just might do it know. I'll even invite you if you want to come along. <br /><br />(go sign up for it...i can totally do it)MadScientisthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11896190605997851136noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2297412163862522994.post-52839486246369265032010-05-07T17:36:52.047-05:002010-05-07T17:36:52.047-05:00I just did this run today. Thank you for knowing e...I just did this run today. Thank you for knowing exactly how I felt. I haven't blogged about it yet. I'm still in shock. <br /><br /> If you're a runner, then I'm a runner. Let's go!debbie @ comfycozycrazyhttp://www.dalvarado.typepad.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2297412163862522994.post-48134324510738944652010-05-07T00:13:12.569-05:002010-05-07T00:13:12.569-05:00I know this sounds completely & totally ridicu...I know this sounds completely & totally ridiculous but I just spent two hours reading your blog. I laughed my butt off at nearly every blog, was inspired by most of whatever you had to say... thank you sooooooooooooo much!!!!!!!!!!!! and congrats on your weight loss. I'm JUST starting out *blah* but I'm definitely motivated to keep going!!!!Ashleyhttp://byashley10.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2297412163862522994.post-83810767094298498912010-05-06T22:20:38.162-05:002010-05-06T22:20:38.162-05:00I plan on starting the C25K as soon as I get more ...I plan on starting the C25K as soon as I get more comfy at my gym.<br /><br />I too just might run a 5k one day, never thought I'd hear myself say that.Aylilthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11480200304157117497noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2297412163862522994.post-71180750089863527402010-05-06T22:03:52.476-05:002010-05-06T22:03:52.476-05:00We ran all the freaking time in the Army - and the...We ran all the freaking time in the Army - and then ran some more.<br />Two miles a day - timed.<br />And road-marched and carried ruck-sacks.... wearing freaking boots.<br /><br />A 5k is 3. something miles...Anne Hhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10435482289459434828noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2297412163862522994.post-75204220409442492432010-05-06T20:46:25.018-05:002010-05-06T20:46:25.018-05:00I must be crazy (and tremendously lazy), but I fee...I must be crazy (and tremendously lazy), but I feel like I should do a 5k soon, just to keep my big butt moving. Since November of last year, I have been in 4 cycling races (as a 300+ guy) just to keep me somewhat motivated to train. I am thinking of doing the same for a 5k. Even if I have to walk it or shuffle it, it is likely going to get me training more than if I didn't sign up for one at all. Amirite???Big Clydehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11139621880727963169noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2297412163862522994.post-57774232084975378902010-05-06T20:39:48.635-05:002010-05-06T20:39:48.635-05:00SOUNDS AWESOME! Keep rockin and rollin!SOUNDS AWESOME! Keep rockin and rollin!Gurl Runn'Rhttp://www.gurlrunnr.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2297412163862522994.post-74846316338600639752010-05-06T18:40:10.660-05:002010-05-06T18:40:10.660-05:00Hahahaha. I'm getting ready for W5D2 tomorrow...Hahahaha. I'm getting ready for W5D2 tomorrow. I'm already dreading the 20 minute torture run on Sunday but at least I "think" I may be able to do it. I guess I have already won half the battle there?!? What do you have when you don't at least try? Absolutely nothing!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2297412163862522994.post-20986898096146985882010-05-06T18:04:05.020-05:002010-05-06T18:04:05.020-05:00I'm not sure where you are, but if you're ...I'm not sure where you are, but if you're anywhere close to Kansas City, we have the best 5k race around- the Hospital Hill 5k, 10k, and half marathon. Finisher medals and flip-flops for all with post race beer and barbeque. It's AWESOME.<br /><br />And there's no feeling like completing a race.Jerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16951595635760667073noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2297412163862522994.post-30663053361700729042010-05-06T15:49:50.737-05:002010-05-06T15:49:50.737-05:00I like how my coach trains me. He instills in me t...I like how my coach trains me. He instills in me that it's all in the mind. That if there's nothing wrong with my body, I can do what I set my mind to. BUT keep in mind, he never pushes me to do anything I can't do. He just wants to remind me daily that running is mostly about the mind and not the body. <br /><br />Twenty minutes of running is not terribly. Especially if you've been following that plan and have been exercising for a while now. Do an easy run if you can't go fast. Running is supposed to be fun. No pressure. Just run for twenty minutes. Enjoy every minute, every step as it comes. <br /><br />(I say all this assuming that you've been physically fit for a while. Because for people with no physical activity whatsoever, will have a hard time even with jogging.)<br /><br />Let us know how it goes!Denisehttp://denistar.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2297412163862522994.post-88253245656381797192010-05-06T15:24:54.248-05:002010-05-06T15:24:54.248-05:00Awesome post. My sisters and I are in Week Three ...Awesome post. My sisters and I are in Week Three of C25K. Can't even imagine doing week 5 yet but I signed up for the Komen 5K run/walk which is only two days away. I must be crazy. Good luck!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2297412163862522994.post-91299399746436282672010-05-06T15:17:40.306-05:002010-05-06T15:17:40.306-05:00Is that a little kiss (x) at the end? Man, how gi...Is that a little kiss (x) at the end? Man, how girly! <br />What's this running doing to you? ☺<br /><br />Could you please have Anita drive along side you while you're running and get this on video? I <i>really</i> need to see this!<br /><br />xBrightceterahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04315996303259692721noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2297412163862522994.post-48080516366978827142010-05-06T15:10:09.495-05:002010-05-06T15:10:09.495-05:00I just finished my first and longest race last wee...I just finished my first and longest race last weekend. I ran 12k in 1:16 minutes - didn't set any land speed records - but had a great time and I still have a great sense of accomplishment 4 days later. I was a great ego boost for all the hard work that I have put in over the last 12 months. It was much easier running with people then by yourself on the same old road I have been running for months now. Last year I was pushing 300lbs and this morning I weighed in 212 lbs. For me the mental part of running was the hardest - my body was in alright shape, but I had to overcome my mind telling me to give up, stop, what the hell are you doing - your not a runner. I'm looking forward to bigger better things now with my new found relationship. Good Luck buddy - You can do it! It is well worth the effort and time!JLhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17255701512625283398noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2297412163862522994.post-7904284294360138662010-05-06T15:08:50.766-05:002010-05-06T15:08:50.766-05:00SIGN up!!! Your a runner now!!! Congrats :)SIGN up!!! Your a runner now!!! Congrats :)Lindsayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16809023697678988589noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2297412163862522994.post-8969016589934607482010-05-06T14:28:12.241-05:002010-05-06T14:28:12.241-05:00can't wait to see the post where you do jack.can't wait to see the post where you do jack.Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13708815560712267698noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2297412163862522994.post-15404630682740607302010-05-06T14:13:08.631-05:002010-05-06T14:13:08.631-05:00Say it after me: "I am a runner."
The o...Say it after me: "I am a runner."<br /><br />The only difference between the "runners" and the "non-runners" is that the former believes that he/she is a runner and can run while the latter does not. <br /><br />Nobody cares about your finish time (except for you and maybe Boston qualification). All that matters is that you give it your all, you give it your best.<br /><br />You ARE a runner Jack. It's not bridging the physical gap. It's bridging the mental. <br /><br />By the way, even though you might feel like you're ready to keel over after 20 minutes, I bet you ten dollars that you still have 50% more left to give. Try it. Let me know how it goes :) <br /><br />Keep rocking, Mr. Runner.Jesshttp://www.halfofjess.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2297412163862522994.post-31053004126221103122010-05-06T13:55:34.931-05:002010-05-06T13:55:34.931-05:00I am so glad you are running, but at the same time...I am so glad you are running, but at the same time it is painful to hear how horrible you (sometimes) find it. A death sentence? Kill me now? Running should be a JOY. First time I ever ran I felt like it was a religious experience. I didn't care that it hurt, that it was difficult, I just LOVED it. Running is for me the purest joy in the world, even when I'm hurting and really pushing myself.<br /><br />Please try and ENJOY! Go slow, or do only what you want. Don't make it so unpleasant. Crank up the tunes and let your body feel how much it loves it. It should make you happy, not miserable.Rosalind Bickelhttp://randomexperimentalcrap.blogspot.com/2010_03_01_archive.htmlnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2297412163862522994.post-1640514562318277202010-05-06T13:25:11.827-05:002010-05-06T13:25:11.827-05:00LOL... Everytime I run, I think the same thing. So...LOL... Everytime I run, I think the same thing. Someone is probably watching me run by thinking to themselves, "why is that poor woman running." It's funny you're thinking that too! But man, not woman.Nataliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07257719884201921154noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2297412163862522994.post-83065956571437234312010-05-06T13:14:14.508-05:002010-05-06T13:14:14.508-05:00be like Nike and just do it. coz, i know you can!!...be like Nike and just do it. coz, i know you can!! put in a extra day if you need to, but you probably don't. just making @ss-uptions. :-D <br /><br />I'm cheering for you Mr. Sh*t!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09861720387466075653noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2297412163862522994.post-84372871415782958862010-05-06T12:56:12.370-05:002010-05-06T12:56:12.370-05:00I'm sure someone has already pointed this out....I'm sure someone has already pointed this out...but to us C25Krs (ok, that means ME!), we'll take ALL the mileage we can get.... I consider myself a half-half-half marathon runner (1/2 of 1/2 of 1/2 a marathon .5*.5*.5*26=3.25 miles)... Not to be compared to those wussie "half- half- half- half- half- half-marathoners" (not even a 1/2 mile!)Old_Or_Fat_But_Not_Bothhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12152231635701326641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2297412163862522994.post-89224979940256664412010-05-06T12:41:15.994-05:002010-05-06T12:41:15.994-05:00Running a 5K for the first time is like having sex...Running a 5K for the first time is like having sex for the first time. You get a bib, a pair of good running shoes, and a headband, and then you... well, I don't exactly remember to be honest.<br /><br />Anyway, the point is that running a race does have a unique energy that running on your own doesn't. I still don't consider myself a runner by any stretch of the imagination but the two I have run have been a great time and I set personal records at both. It just may be worth a shot.Ryan @NoMoreBaconhttp://www.nomorebacon.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2297412163862522994.post-58629314557264632912010-05-06T12:35:40.417-05:002010-05-06T12:35:40.417-05:00Awesome progress, do a race, really they are aweso...Awesome progress, do a race, really they are awesome, 5k races feel easier to me than a 5k training run, I go faster, I think its the energy around you and the adrenaline pumping. It's really fun and it makes all that hard work feel awesome!Alisonhttp://waistingduxie.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2297412163862522994.post-56653284830244104612010-05-06T12:33:51.765-05:002010-05-06T12:33:51.765-05:00Dude, you should just sign up. Nobody said you ha...Dude, you should just sign up. Nobody said you have to run the whole time. There are always plenty of walkers at these things and you'll be all, "Hey, look! I'm running and not just walking! I'm totally gonna beat you walkers to the finish, yeah!" and then a little blue-haired 95 year old in a pink tracksuit will blow by you and humble you, but you will still finish in a time much faster than you anticipated and you will be SO GLAD you listened to your readers and just signed up and ran/walked the damn race!Andreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17571934517440050809noreply@blogger.com